Vivica A. Fox: "Slimm and I are fine."
By Florence Anthony
Joseph Barrino told RadarOnline that his daughter, former "American Idol" winner Fantasia, is doing much better after her August 9 alleged suicide attempt. She's staying on her own and is taking care of her daughter, Zion, who was previously staying with Joseph and his wife while Fantasia was hospitalized.
Last week, my main girl, Vivica A. Fox's boyfriend, Slimm, sent out press releases about the status of their relationship. First, he said they broke up. Then he said that they're still together and Vivica is an important part of his life and he would never try to hurt her. Well, I reached out to Viv, and, here's what she has to say: "Slimm and I are fine. All relationships have their ups and downs. I'm so proud that Slimm was man enough to clear up the air. He is a very good man with a great heart. That's why I love him." Meanwhile, Vivica's career is on fire. She is the voice of Angel Dynamite on the new "Scooby Doo 4" on the Cartoon Network....she is also in the upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie "Farewell Mr. Kringle: and is producing and starring in the touring stage play "Cheaper To Keep Her" with Brian McKnight. Plus, her wig line, Super Star Hair, is turning it out.
Leading figures in the philanthropic community will gather and be honored on Sunday, August 22 at the third event in a series of Hamptons Awards Brunches created by Diversity Affluence, the New York-based consultancy specializing in marketing communications, research and business development. Recognized for their commitment to elevating and supporting far-ranging issues including childhood development and education, the arts and aid to the indigent, Dwayne Ashley, Jacque-Phillippe Piverger and Reginald Van Lee are among the honorees at the invitation-only event. The event, sponsored by Jaguar, will be held at Dockers Waterside Restaurant & Marina, located on Dune Road in East Quogue.
Tongues are wagging that Jamie Foxx took his personal set of paddles to SPIN Hollywood, the ping-pong club inside L.A.'s Mondrian Hotel. The Academy-award winning actor took to the tables for two hours of furious, late-night playing as he joked with partygoers.
One of my favorite actresses, Sharon Leal, is returning to television. A series regular for four years on David E. Kelley's "Boston Public," Sharon went on to star in the hit films "Dreamgirls," "Why Did I Get Married?" and "Why Did I Get Married Too?," and my favorite movie "This Christmas." This fall, look for Sharon on the new CW series "Hellcats," premiering September 8. Sharon will portray Vanessa Lodge, head coach of the Hellcats, who must take the college cheerleading team to the championship in order to keep her job, all while balancing a love-hate relationship with the school's football coach.
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Word is Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth indulged Saturday at Wella Beauty Bar at Nine Zero One Salon in West Hollywood, with a blowout, manicure and makeup application. The recently named West Coast Editor of Reality Weekly, chatted with guests in the Schick Quattro for Women lounge.
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.
A very happy Savannah Brinson showed off the 10 carat pear shaped engagement ring that her fiance LeBron James presented her at last Sunday's Miami Heat/Charlotte Bobcats game at the American Airlines arena in Miami.
Three years ago, Jeff Friday, Founder/CEO of Film Life, Inc., launched The Pro Hollywood Initiative at the American Black Film Festival. Friday's program was so impressive and ground-breaking, that it gained the attention of the NFL.
Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter and Broadway producer Alicia Keys will host a talkback discussion following the "Stick Fly" performance on Thursday, December 22 at the Cort Theatre, 138 W. 48 Street, New York City.
After being ordered on bed rest for the latter part of her pregnancy, the American Idol winner gave birth to a boy on Monday, December 12th. She delivered the bundle of joy in a North Carolina hospital.