VH1 renewed T.I.'s hit reality show, "T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle"
By Florence Anthony
Tongues are wagging that Beyonce and Jay-Z released a statement saying their little bundle of joy, Blue Ivy Carter, was born naturally, not by a C-Section, at a healthy seven pounds and it was “the best experience of our lives.” The couple adds: “Her birth was emotional and extremely peaceful, we are in heaven. We are thankful to everyone for all your prayers, well wishes, love and support.”
Since we are chatting about the Carters, new dad Jay-Z was just named the new face and voice of the Duracell Powermat JV. As a well known trend-setter that helped redefine the music industry, Jay-Z is uniquely positioned to bring wireless power to the people. Says Jay-Z: “I believe in the future of wireless energy and I believe that Duracell Powermat is the company to bring on the revolution. I’m partnering with Duracell Powermat because they’re providing the solutions for the future.”
T.I. has confirmed that VH1 renewed his hit reality show, “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” for a second season. He has said that the show is so important to him because it helps people get a better understanding of who he really is. T.I.’s highly anticipated album, “Troubleman,” is due out in March.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania may be the home of athletic stars, but with the emergence of key hip hop artists like Shad Black, the music game will never be the same. Artists who were once on the underground tip have found their niche in the grooving Pittsburgh music scene, and hip hop artist Shad Black is among those who is currently on music listeners’ radar. Says Shad: “I love music so much that I work on it day and night....I have currently recorded over 100 songs for my newest mix tape. I plan to narrow the material down to the best 25 songs.” Shad’s “The Black Market 3” will be out this year.
The wedding is back on for Chad Ochocinco and Evelyn Lozada. Last week, it was reported that ‘Basketball Wives” star Evelyn put the nuptials on hold after she suspected the feisty football player of cheating on her. However, Evelyn told TMZ: “The strain from both of our busy schedules started to take a serious toll on our relationship. Yet after spending some much needed quality time together, Chad and I are in a good space.”
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"NCIS:LA" star LL Cool J was in Dallas on April 28 to support his wife, Simone, as she presented a trunk show for her jewelry line, Simone I. Smith, at Neiman Marcus at the Northpark Mall. Her collection includes hoop earrings, cuff bracelets and gorgeous lollipop charms called "A Sweet Touch of Hope."
On April 22, Nicole Ari Parker, best known as Teri Joseph on "Soul Food," joined the ranks of some of the theatre world's greatest actresses, in her Broadway debut as Blanche Dubois in the revival of "A Streetcar Named Desire" at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York City.
Whoopi Goldberg presented the cast of "In Living Color" with TV Land's "Groundbreaking Award" on April 14 at the 10th Annual TV Land Awards Taping at the Lexington Armory in New York City. The View co-host's mom was the Wayans Family's Head Start teacher
Two-time Golden Globe nominee Blair Underwood is starring on Broadway as Stanley in "A Streetcar Named Desire." On April 7, 80 people traveled six hours one way from his hometown of Petersburg, Virginia to New York City to celebrate Blair's debut on the Great White Way.
Actress Meagan Good is engaged to Sony Pictures Entertainment Executive DeVon Franklin, who also happens to be a Seventh Day Adventist Minister. The preacher proposed last month in Los Angeles. The couple began dating after production wrapped on "Jumping The Broom..."
Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member Sheree Whitfield was spotted spending the day in New York City with Jewelry Designer Marsha Chun-Matsubara.Carrying a grey Birkin bag and sporting cork Louboutin pumps, Sheree also grabbed lunch at Lavo on Manhattan's East Side. Let's get together soon.