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Singer turned actor Tyrese is fuming at his "Fast & Furious" co-star, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson for holding up filming for the newest installment of "FF" in favor of a standalone movie. The newest "FF" movie was slated to be released in 2019 and will now be released sometime in 2020. Okay! Big deal! The movie is still happening and as far as we know Tyrese is still attached to star in the movie. Now if Tyrese were unceremoniously dropped from the movie then I could understand the frustration. He better hope his "drag session" if we want to call it that doesn't result in him not having a job. I would think someone like The Rock has a lot of pull and may want producers to not have Tyrese involved in the film. Or they could simply decide themselves to cut Tyrese or then again they could keep him as there is no such thing as bad publicity. This spar created by Tyrese will definitely ignite some interest in the upcoming installment...

Happy Birthday to Jay Z Happy Birthday Jay Z! The rapper turns 47 today! Speaking of Jay Z, I wonder what happened to that joint album he and Beyoncé were supposed to be doing? Hey! You never know they may secretly drop it this month. There were rumors that it was dropping this month.  Two artists; J. Cole and Trina have secretly released or revealed projects this month already. Do we think Jay and Bey will? Speaking of albums, Mary J. Blige is supposed to release her new album, "Strength of a Woman" this month and I hope its good. I'm not feeling her new single, "Thick of It". Are you?  Singer Jeremih has been kicked off the Summer's Over tour that he was co-headlining with PartyNextDoor. The two have been at odds for the last week or so and the most bizarre things have been happening since the tour tour. Jeremih reportedly walked off a stage during a performance and said "Fuck y'all" to a crowd(I believe that was apart of this tour). ...

Monica may be with child. Sorry for the lack of updates lately. I went out of town for the Holiday but now I am back. There are rumors swirling around that Monica may be with child. The singer has yet to confirm these rumors but it wouldn't surprise me. Last night Monica appeared on "Where Are They Now?" which appears on the OWN network. Personally if I were Monica I would of been insulted if they asked me to appear on the show. I say this because Monica is still in the spotlight. Just this year she released an album and while it didn't perform that spectacularly, we know Monica is still around. I could understand them doing a story on someone like Sisqo because no one knows what happened to him. But hey you know what they say, "there is no such thing as bad publicity". What do you think? Kanye West is still hospitalized and is now said to be suffering from "paranoia" and "depression" among other things. My intentions are not to ...

Jay-Z's "Here". Good evening people! I just finished watching "Love & Hip Hop Hollywood" and I can't get over the guy A1 who is married to Lyrica. He wears black finger nail polish and its just something about him that seems off. Then again woman nowadays like feminine men. Anyway I have some small updates for you, just enough to quench your music news thirst. Read on for more. Alicia Keys performed live in New York City and she brought Jay Z on stage for their hit song, "New York State of Mind". If that weren't enough Alicia dragged presidential nominee, Donald Trump in regards to comments he made about "grabbing women by their pussy". Alicia said as a matter of fact that Donald wouldn't be "grabbing [her] by the pussy". Alicia Keys' new album, "Here" will be released on November 4.  Speaking of Alicia Keys, I saw a news excerpt regarding Alicia and her new makeup free face. But according to he...

An old banner The Game has Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian in a huge argument. Rob Kardashian, who was friends with the Game is upset and feels betrayed by he and Blac Chyna for not telling him of their affair even though it was before him. The Game is a savage! He's had sex with a pair of sisters(Kim and Khloe Kardashian) and what's funny is he was or is also friends with Lamar Odom, Khloe Kardashian's husband. I guess no one is off limits when it comes to who Game hooks up with. I'm sure those pictures of him in his boxer briefs definitely lit his DM(Direct Message) box on Instagram.  Pharrell Williams and his wife just announced that he and his wife are expecting their second child. Congrats to the couple! In other baby news, Tatyana Ali(show: "Fresh Prince") and Angela Simmons(show: "Run's House") both just welcomed babies into the world. Next up is "Cosby" star Keshia Knight-Pulliam. Which celebrity do you think will get preg...

I got the tea. Tamar Braxton apparently unfollowed Monica and Toya Wright on social media for appearing on "The Real". As we all know Tamar Braxton was unceremoniously fired from "The Real" and it was a really big ordeal. And it still continues to be a very big ordeal when she is doing stuff like that. Personally I don't think its that serious but Tamar Braxton is Queen Petty without a doubt. Just like Tamar, Monica and Toya Wright have things to promote just like the next chick. I don't think their intentions were to be disrespectful to Tamar but Tamar personally needs a slice of humble pie. Just when we thought the divorce between Mary J. Blige and husband Kendu Issacs would be a quiet one, he is now asking her for spousal support. Mary and Kendu married 13 years ago and he also served as her manager. Mary, who sings the new theme song on season 20 of "The View" said during a recent guest appearance that her new album is slated for a Decembe...

Beyoncé celebrates B'Day Beyoncé celebrated her 35th birthday in style with a lavish Soul Train themed party. In attendance were Alicia Keys, Swizz Beats, Cassie, Diddy, Kelly Rowland, Solange, LaLa & Carmelo Anthony and of course Jay-Z and Blue Ivy. There were plenty of pictures posted on social media that featured everyone in 70s get ups.  Damon Dash is calling out Beyoncé & Jay Z for not defending his ex-wife Rachel Roy during the whole Becky debacle. When "Lemonade" was released in April, Rachel Roy posted a shady Instagram post leading many to believe that she was the "Becky" that Beyoncé spoke about in her song, "Sorry". The rumor was never confirmed by Beyoncé. I did read that someone said that "Becky" is in fact Beyoncé and not any of the aforementioned women. Karlie Redd of "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" fame is reportedly back with her old boo, Yung Joc(who also stars on the show) and Karlie is also facing...

An old banner Chris Brown was reportedly promised a role on "Power" by 50 Cent(who is the executive producer). Apparently Starz, the network is not too fond of Brown and feels that he has major "anger issues". 50, however is fighting to still have Chris play a drug dealer on the show.  Stevie J is said to be going to jail for non-payment of child support. Stevie's non-payment for child support was one of his many storylines for the last season of "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta". Ex- wife girlfriend Joseline Hernandez pressured Stevie's baby mother, Mimi Faust to put Stevie on child support and she finally did. Stevie made a farewell bid on social media. Stevie starts his sentencing next week but for how long he is in jail, I'm not sure.  Speaking of Joseline Hernandez, she is one of the many celebrities that will be featured on VH1's reincarnation of "Hollywood Squares", now called "Hip Hop Squares". There is no...

Bey & Jay Lately it seems like there's been an influx of industry relationships that have gone awry in recent weeks. I'm here to break down all the drama. You ready? Mary J. Blige & Kendu Issacs - Mary J. Blige shocked everyone when it was announced that she was divorcing her husband/manager of 13 years. It's been pretty hush hush as to the extent of the divorce but Issacs was questioned about the divorce on social media. He kept his response light and very professional citing that he simply tried to love Mary and care for her etc. This certainly isn't the end that we will hear of this divorce. Mary has a new album in the works which was all set to go but now with this divorce looming, there's fresh material to draw from. Unfortunately I think everyone is looking forward to Mary's new album for all the wrong reasons and I'm one of those people. :) Beyoncé & Jay Z - Divorce rumors regarding Hip Hop/R&B's premier couple have been r...

Congrats to Remy Ma and Fat Joe as their single, "All The Way Up" was just certified Platinum. Bryson Tiller's "Exchange" was also certified Platinum. Congrats to all these acts! Method Man has quit social media after a rare picture of his wife went viral. Method Man asked the blogger to remove the picture but they refused so Method Man decided to leave social media. Marsha Ambrosius of Floetry fame revealed that she was pregnant awhile back and she's recently put up videos as her boyfriend sings to their bundle of joy. Joseline Hernandez of "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" is also pregnant and its a question as to who the daddy may be. Joseline has stated that the baby is her estranged boyfriend Stevie J. but he insists otherwise. Young Dro, who Joseline collaborated with and had been hanging out with is another candidate to who the father may be. Keshia Knight Pulliam of "The Cosby Show" is pregnant and got married to reality TV star and...

Kelly Rowland's friend, Ciara tied the knot today in England. Guests include Jennifer Hudson. Congrats to Ciara and Russell! Now go away for awhile! I know by now we have all heard about the unfortunate killing of Alton Sterling. The 35 year old father was outside of a store selling CD's where he was killed by police. The shocking video has made its rounds on the Internet. The police involved in the death of Alton Sterling have been placed on administrative leave until the investigation is done. Justice for Alton Sterling! In other news, Wendy Williams has come under fire for comments she's made on her show. She said something along the lines of white people should be offended by organizations such as NAACP. I didn't see the video of Wendy. I figured it was too cringe worthy so i saved myself the embarrassment of watching it. I personally think Wendy went too far this time but what else is new? People say and do anything these days and it doesn't matter who they ...

So Nicki Minaj is featured on a new song featuring Jeremih and DJ Mustard. The song titled, "Don't Hurt Me" is currently trending on Twitter. Nicki references NBA superstars Lebron James, Steph Curry, and Michael Jordan. She also name checks the late Rick James. Fans are saying Nicki went in as normal and I can say her verses are cool but the song overall in my opinion sucks. In reality TV news, Nene Leakes sort of confirmed her involvement in season 9 of the "RHOA" which just started shooting last week. Joseline Hernandez of "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" just posted the results to a polygraph test about husband boyfriend Stevie J. Joseline alleged he watches gay porn and the polygraph results which she posted on social media confirmed she was telling the truth. My thing with this is, he watches gay porn and it obviously wasn't an issue to you because you still were involved with him. Joseline is just being really hurtful and spiteful right now...

New York's yearly Summer Jam festivities happened last night not without some drama though. Apparently one of the headliners, Future wasn't about to perform on the main stage for some reason. Fat Joe and Remy Ma performed and brought out Ashanti. I didn't see much else footage from the show except for that. In other music news, Tyrese has been seen cuddling up with actress Sanaa Lathan. Sanaa had most recently been linked up with French Montana and before that Denzel Washington. In reality TV news, Joseline and Stevie J of "Love & Hip Hop" fame have been beefing on Twitter and airing out each others personal business. Joseline has accused Stevie of being gay and liking trans girls among other things. Stevie on the other hand has alleged that he and Joseline were never married and that she's a "hoe". This is getting messier by the day and by the time the reunion comes, its going to be one for the books. You know they always say, more drama goes...

So I was reading earlier that reality TV star Joseline Hernandez got so upset with "husband" Stevie J that she bleached all his clothes and destroyed many of his personal belongings. Why? Well it turns out that Joseline is reportedly jealous of Stevie J's close working relationship with Faith Evans. Ever since Stevie J has been attempting to get his life on track, he has resumed working with Bad Boy artists past and present. I think ultimately Stevie J might need to let Joseline go in the end. Then again these two are made for each other. They fight like cats and dogs and they make up at the end of the day. So this is yet another saga in the ongoing drama between Stevie J. and Joseline Hernandez. What do you all think? Do you think this was for the new season of "Love & Hip Hop" or that other reality show they have coming on? Hmmm...makes you wonder!

JAIL BERG: Yung Berg has been fired by VH1 indefinitely. His firing stems from the assault on his girlfriend at the Love & Hip Hop reunion. I think it is funny though how Benzino and Althea were fired for fighting and Stevie J and Joseline were not. I was team Stevie J and Joseline but fair is fair. They should be fired too even though they make the show. It has been rumored that Stevie J and Joseline may have their own spin off show. What do you think about Yung Berg being fired? Do you even care? I mean I really don't cause I didn't watch. TINY BIT OF TROUBLE: But did you watch when Tameka "Tiny" Cottle-Harris threw up the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority sign. It's said that your not supposed to do that if your not apart of the sorority. Tiny says it was a joke but many didn't take it that way and went in on her via Twitter. You can't get mad at her if she didn't know. If she did know then that's one thing. Tiny has it pretty hard. She's a...

PRINCE MO: Lil' Mo wasn't playing when it came to her having to pee during the Essence Fest festivities in New Orleans. The pint sized singer was asked to move to the side to accompany Prince as he made his way down the corridor. Lil' Mo wasn't having it and she took her frustration to Instagram. How befitting! Catch Lil' Mo on the new season of R&B Divas L.A . premiering on July 17. BROKEN UP: Chris Brown and his longtime girlfriend Karrueche Tran have allegedly broken up. The same is being said for reality TV stars Stevie J and Joseline Hernandez. In my heart of hearts I think both couples will be back together again very soon.

Any news is better than no news.  LOVE & CHILD SUPPORT: Love & Hip Hop Atlanta's Stevie J aka Steven Jordan was arrested earlier this morning for back child support. He owes upward of over $1,000,000. Wasn't it just last month that Stevie J was arrested for marijuana possession? My gosh! These reality TV stars. As far as the children situation, you got to take care of your kids. No wonder why he made Joseline get an abortion. He knew his ass already had enough children! NO LONGER 'TRAPPED IN THE CLOSET': R. Kelly's daughter has come and revealed that she wants to live life as a trans gender male. She know wants to be known as simply Jay. Jay's Mother Andrea Kelly of Hollywood Exes fame has come to the support of her child. Now everyone is just waiting on R. Kelly's response. SAMPLE THIS: Jennifer Lopez has released the snippets from her new 10 track album A.K.A. due on June 17. The album features the singles I Luhh Ya Papi featuring French Monta...

Any news is better than no news. Love & Jailhouse Rock: Stevie J from Love & Hip Hop fame was arrested on Friday for drug trafficking. The famed reality TV star is said to face a judge on Monday. Hollywood Exes: R. Kelly's ex-wife Drea Kelly is an ex-wife again! The ex-wife of R. Kelly turned reality TV star wed her boyfriend of six months Brian and is now divorcing him after only two months of marriage. We were recently introduced to Brian via Hollywood Exes. The divorce stems from Brian being called out for asking women for money to help pay of debts and several other bills. Well the tweets were shared with Drea who at first was in denial but finally woke up and smelled the coffee. Good for her! Cancelled Tour: August Alsina recently cancelled a tour that only sold 2,000 tickets. The cocky singer figured he was too good or perhaps too big to perform her only 2,000 people. Shit! He should be lucky 2,000 people want to see him in concert. Not only has August offende...