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Oprah Winfrey Gives Words of Wisdom to 2012 Spelman Graduates… [PHOTOS]
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Media mogul Oprah Winfrey paid a visit to the “A” yesterday to address the 2012 graduating class of Spelman College (May 20, 2012). [READ: Michelle Obama Adresses 2011 Spelman Graduates - PHOTOS/VIDEO ] Winfrey told the graduates and their families at Spelman’s 125th commencement ceremony: “Never forget that you did not do this by yourself,” “You come here today trailing the breath of the ancestors and of the angels.” As graduates listened intently to every word of talk show maven during the ceremony held at the Georgia International Convention Center, she revealed a few keys to success. Details + more photos… >>
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Hot or Not? Usher Raymond’s Baby Blue Billboard Awards Suit + “Scream” Performance…[PHOTOS + VIDEO]
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They say that your choice of attire should always make a statement and Usher Raymond ‘s baby blue suit her rocked on the red carpet of the 2012 Billboard Awards is screaming something… I just don’t know what. While he didn’t have an album in the running, Raymond received three nods this year for songs he served as featured a guest – David Guetta’s “Without You” and Romeo Santos’ “Promise”. Guetta’s received 2 nominations (Top Dance Song and Top Streaming Song), while Santos’ tune was in the running for Top Latin Song but unfortunately neither of them won an award. More… >>
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Boo’d Up ~ Monica & Shannon Brown Hit Red Carpet of 2012 Billboard Music Awards [PHOTOS]
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Monica Brown and her NBA baller hubby Shannon Brown hit the red carpet of the 2012 Billboard Music Awards last night (May 20, 2012). The cute couple combined fashion with ink as they each showed off their body art. Mo rocked all white paired with leopard Christian Louboutins while Shannon opted for an all black suit, white tee and Jordans. Photos below… FULL STORY:Boo’d Up ~ Monica & Shannon Brown Hit Red Carpet of 2012 Billboard Music Awards [PHOTOS] StraightFromTheA [SFTA] – Atlanta Entertainment Industry Gossip & News Related Articles Boo’d Up ~ Monica & Shannon Brown “Play Around” in NYC… [PHOTOS] Boo’d… >>
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Bobbi Kristina Delivers Emotional Whitney Houston Tribute During Billboard Awards [VIDEO]
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It’s been a rough 3 months for 19 year old Bobbi Kristina , but she found the strength to honor her famous mom Whitney Houston , last night at the 2012 Billboard Awards. Details below… FULL STORY:Bobbi Kristina Delivers Emotional Whitney Houston Tribute During Billboard Awards [VIDEO] StraightFromTheA [SFTA] – Atlanta Entertainment Industry Gossip & News Related Articles THEY SAY: Family & Friends Held INTERVENTION For Bobbi Kristina… Bobbi Kristina & Nick Gordon Spotted Holding Hands & Kissing in Atlanta… [PHOTOS] Boo’d Up ~ Bobbi Kristina & Nick Gordon (Whitney Houston’s ‘Adopted’ Son) Are Dating… Sneak Peek Video: Oprah Interviews Whitney Houston’s Family… Cissy Houston… >>
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Love and Hip-Hop Atlanta: Official Cast List + Premiere Date Revealed… [PHOTOS]
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I revealed to you the cast list of Love and Hip-Hop Atlanta months ago ( HERE ) and updated you with changes to the cast, including who quit the show and the 2nd string replacement ( HERE ) but at the time of my posts, the casting of the show had not been truly finalized. Now the “official” cast listing has been released, as well as the premiere date for the show and guess what? I was correct (as usual). Not much has changed since my last post and most of the “A” is still scared to death of how Mona Scott Young… >>
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Kenya Moore’s Atlanta Connection + Drama At The Bailey Agency JET Magazine Model Search… [PHOTOS]
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Kenya Moore , the newest ”housewife” on the block, Lawrence Washington and a friend were photographed hanging out at a local bar last week. I exclusively broke the news two weeks ago that Kenya Moore was the newest addition to The Real Housewives of Atlanta and these photos further confirm my previous report. While it’s a well-known fact that Lawrence and ex-housewife Sheree Whitfield parted ways after Whitfield blamed him for her hair loss , the former Miss USA has no fear and reportedly “Miss Lawrence” will her hairstylist of choice this season. That’s Moore’s Atlanta connection #1. I don’t think… >>
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Raven Symone Addresses Rumors Surrounding Her Sexual Orientation…
Actress Raven Symone , who currently stars in Sister Act on Broadway supports the gays but she’s not quite ready to come out publicly as one. Raven, along with many celebs and personalities… gay AND straight, previously shot for NoH8, a campaign which raises awareness for gay and lesbian issues. Shortly thereafter, rumors hit the net that the young actress was a card carrying member of the LezzBuns society and had moved her girlfriend in with her. Raven hit the tweets with the following response FULL STORY:Raven Symone Addresses Rumors Surrounding Her Sexual Orientation… StraightFromTheA [SFTA] – Atlanta Entertainment Industry… >>
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DaBrat, Marlo Hampton, Toya Wright, Derek J & More Attend “Battleship” Movie Screening.. [PHOTOS]
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The Atlanta screening of “Battleship,” (the movie where Rihanna makes her big screen debut) was held May 17, 2012 and Toya, Memphitz and Reginae made it a family movie date. The science fiction flick is named after the game of the same name and premiered nationwide May 18, 2012 with mixed reviews. Female rapper DaBrat stepped out for a rare appearance sporting army fatigues, an MCM backpack and reppin’ SoSo Def with a customized phone case. Also spotted were Kaleena (Diddy Dirty Money), former RHOA b-character Marlo Hampton , celebrity hairstylist Derek J and more. Photos below… FULL STORY:DaBrat, Marlo Hampton, Toya… >>
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Ex-Atlanta Housewife Sheree Whitfield Is Delusional But At Least She’s Moved On… [PHOTOS]
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Sheree Whitfield , formerly of The Real Housewives of Atlanta posed for the photo above after being auctioned off for about $800 during a celebrity charity event in Atlanta last month. No word on how that $800 date went, but the ex-housewife is currently getting her life in order after being unceremoniously booted from just about the only job she’s ever had. As you know, Sheree was fired from the popular show and when speculation ran rampant that she’d gotten the boot, she attempted to save face by issuing a cleverly worded statement proclaiming that it was actually her decision… >>
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Clifford “T.I.” Harris On Rap: “I Want Out!” [PHOTOS + VIDEO]
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Rapper Clifford “T.I.” Harris hit the stage at the Roseland Ballroom in NYC and performed to a packed crowd last Wednesday for the annual Adult Swim Upfront event (May 16, 2012). Stars from the network’s new and returning series, alongside celebrity guests, grooved to T.I. at the music fueled party but could the hyped performance be among Tip’s last? Details + video below… FULL STORY:Clifford “T.I.” Harris On Rap: “I Want Out!” [PHOTOS + VIDEO] StraightFromTheA [SFTA] – Atlanta Entertainment Industry Gossip & News Related Articles The “A” Pod ~ “Like That” ~ T.I. SPOTTED… >>
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