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On the red carpet at the Soul Train Awards, the pregnant Erica Campbell (right) of Mary Mary revealed some details about her baby. We now know that Erica has a baby girl on the way, and we also know when her little one is due. Take a look at Erica share the good news in […]

Heavy D was beloved by many and several of his famous friends paid their respect at his viewing and wake service yesterday. Celebrities were expected to wait until today to attend the private funeral, but some of them decided to send Heav on his peaceful journey along with his fans. Take a look at the […]

Demi Moore & Ashton Kutcher's divorce shouldn't have come as much of a surprise, considering these other failed "cougar" romances: Halle Berry, Eva Longoria & more!

SHOWTIME SAYS… 59-year-old supermodel Beverly Johnson is the latest person to get a reality show. Johnson will star in a new show entitled “Beverly Full House” that will begin airing next February. “Humorous and heartfelt, ‘Beverly Full House’ explores the unpredictable dynamic between mother, daughter and son-in-law. Throughout the season, Beverly tries with varying degree […]

Draya (of “Basketball Wives” fame) has a sex tape, so file this article under “Least Surprising News EVER.” The model announced on Twitter that someone (Chris Brown, is that you?) is trying to sell a “very private movie” of hers. She then asked that her fans keep her in their prayers: “So someone is threatening […]

See Heavy D being laid to rest in his hometown of Mount Vernon, NY right here. His family and and close friends are in attendance. RELATED POSTS: Heavy D’s Famous Friends Attend His Viewing And Wake Service [PHOTOS] Pete Rock On Heavy D: “I Feel Like He’s Gonna Call Me Any Second” Just Dizle’s Heavy […]

Rihanna appeared on “The Ellen Degeneres Show” recently where she talked about being displeased with her romantic status, the qualities she looks for in men and why she’s on Twitter so much. Read an excerpt below before the episode airs on Monday. “I’m not dating anyone right now. I’m not dating at all.” “I can’t […]

After suffering several seizures Rick Ross has decided to concentrate on his health and push his album back. “God Forgives, I Don’t ” was set to hit store on December 13th, now we have to wait until 2012 to get that.

Dwight Myers, the rapper known as Heavy D, will be laid to rest at the historic Grace Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, New York, today at 11am. The ceremony will be led by Senior Pastor Reverend Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, who will deliver the eulogy. Click here to view the livestream of Heavy D’s funeral […]

Drake is the latest performer to be added to the lineup of the American Music Awards. Drake, whose new album Take Care is on track to sell over 700,000 copies and debut at number one, will be performing the album’s first official single “Headlines”. The show will be hosted by Nicki Minaj and Pitbull, the […]

Brian Dawson is gearing up for his 7th Annual Turkey Drive in association with Chase Media, TSW Foundation & Kroger. Last year over 120 turkeys were donated, this year it’s time to take it to the next level. Click HERE for more info or to make a donation.

Jennifer Hudson’s weight loss has been covered by critics and fans alike, some praising her for her hard work, others berating her for losing too many pounds, but it’s there’s one story in particular – that J.Hud is now a size 0 – that really gets under her skin. She covers the December/January issue of […]