Archive for March, 2007

Happy Thursday,

Soul Star in the house with hot celebrity news.

Congratulations To Carmelo and La La

Congratulations to Carmelo Anthony, star of the Denver Nuggets and La La Vazquez, MTV VJ on the birth of their baby boy. The baby named Kiyan weighed 5 lbs , 9 ozs and measured 18 1/2 inches long. The couple who have been engaged since Christmas of 2004 have made plans to get married after the baby was born.

More Bobby Brown News

Bobby Brown and his ex Whitney Houston celebrated their daughter, Bobbi Christina’s 14th birthday together recently. They ate dinner at Mr. Chow’s restaurant in Beverly Hills, with Bobbi’s friends and rapper, Da Brat. Bobby and Whitney ate together at the restuarant but left in separate cars.

Bobby Brown’s attorney, Phaedra C. Parks has come forward to clear up reports about her client’s supposed deal with Washington, D. C. radio station Hot 99.5 in relation to his release from a Massachusetts jail. Parks says that Hot 99.5 said it was responsible for bailing the star out of jail but she said that is totally false. She claims that Bobby was already out of jail when she received money from Hot 99.5 in her office via a wire transfer. She the money was returned promptly upon receipt. Hot 99.5 rep Jessica Ritch said that “We were told that we were bailing him out of jail. The money was up-fronted and our money would be used to pay back the person who originally fronted the money.” On last Friday she said that was when she learned that he was already out of jail. She did confirm the money was returned to them. Parks said there was never a signed contract or any formally executed agreement regarding Bobby’s appearance on 99.5 and feels it was a publicity stunt by 99. 5 at Bobby’s expense. Here’s Bobby talking about it on The Tom Joyner Morning Show. He also talks about Whitney on the show.

Speaking Of Whitney…

It seems that last week Whitney and Ray J had a date at Crustacean in Beverly Hills. Houston pushed through waiting paparazzi as she tried to get to her car yelling “Get out my way!” and “Why you in my face like that!?” As Ray J went to his car Whitney began blowing kisses at him and motioned for him to call her. Ray J then ran back to Whitney’s car and begged her to take a ride with him in his Lamborghini (I thought he had a Ferrari too. I know he didn’t get that much from his sex tape.) Whitney said “that sh*t is off the chain” referring to his car and agreed to drive with him later when it’s low key. Whitney loves her little man I see. Here’s video from that night.

Ron Artest In Trouble Again

Sacramento Kings star, Ron Artest has been suspended indefinitely for his team after an arrest for domestic violence recently. Police arrested Artest, 27 at his home in Loomis, California after authorities received a 911 call from a woman who said she was assaulted. He was charged with domestic violence and the use of force to prevent a victim from reporting a crime, the Placer County Sheriff’s department said in a press release. The woman wasn’t identified. He was released after he posted $50,000 bail. He is scheduled to be arraigned on March 22nd. Here is a tape of the 911 call that was made to the police by the woman. Is it me or does she seem more concerned about the car than getting herself medical attention? I felt sorry for the little kid though. It is always some drama with Artest.

More Details On Kelis Arrest

Its seems Kelis’s husband Nas may be the root of sudden outburst in Miami recently. The officers were in the midst of a undercover prostitution sting along a main avenue in the South Beach nightclub district. The report said that they were questioning a group of men about two suspected female prostitutes who were spotted in the area when Kelis began rushing them screaming that one of the men in the group was her husband, Nas. No wonder she went crazy. Kelis was detained for several hours at the Dade County Jail until her release on $1,500 bond. Earlier in the day, Kelis and Nas were spotted courtside at a Miami Heat game. A female fan recognized Nas and shouted, “I love you, Nas” and Kelis allegedly responded by cussing the woman out. She is something else. MTV has confirmed that Kelis and Nas are set to star in their own reality television show on the network entitled , Mr. And Mrs. Jones. The show will focus on the couple as they prepare for an upcoming tour. I hope it works out for them considering the history celebrity couple reality shows… Jessica and Nick, Bobby and Whitney, Carmen and Dave. We shall see. Here’s a news report on the arrest.

Kanye West Denies $3900 Food Order

Gabe Tesoriero, spokesman for rapper Kanye West denies the rapper ordered $3900 worth of Indian food recently for a meeting. He says there will be no meeting in New York and there has never been. British’s Raj’s said that a music production company called Raw Soul footed the bill for food and the food was in route to New York. West was not scheduled to be in New York and the food was not for him. Well I surely hope that expensive food didn’t go to waste.

Making the Band 2’s Young City AKA Chopper

Rapper Young City from MTV’s Making The Band 2 is a wanted man in Baltimore after a judge issued a bench warrant for his arrest recently. Born Kevin Barnes, the artist incurred the judge’s wrath after failing to appear in court regarding his connection with a 2001 robbery. His lawyer, Paul Gardner, told the judge Barnes couldn’t make it to court because he was being held in a detention center in Georgia after a domestic dispute with his girlfriend. Barnes, a New Orleans native, was visiting his mother in the Baltimore area when he allegedly approached a couple near Eastpoint Mall, flashed a BB gun and took $90. The then 16 year old was arrested at the scene and made early court appearances, but eventually assumed the charges had been dropped, his lawyer told the court. Gardner said that holding Barnes in jail could jeopardize his future as a musician. I thought his career was already over after how Diddy did him. Oh well hope everything turns out okay for him.

Diddy’s Getting Sued

A man accusing Sean “Diddy” Combs of assaulting him outside of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel on Oscar /> night has filed a lawsuit against the mogul seeking unspecified damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering and punitive damages. TMZ.com posted a copy of the lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court. According to the documents, 27-year- old Gerald Rechnitzer says the Feb. 25 incident jumped off about 2 a.m. shortly after he left the hotel restroom to join his girlfriend in the valet area. The couple had just come from Teddy’s a nightclub inside of the hotel. Rechnitzer said when he arrived at the valet he saw Diddy surrounded by bodyguards, talking to Rechnitzer’s girlfriend. When he called out to his girlfriend, Diddy allegedly said, “What the f*** you looking at, dude? I’ll smack flames out your ass.” He said after that Combs “attacked, assaulted and battered him causing him to fly backwards several feet” into a vehicle behind him. According to the police report Rechnitzer was punched on the right side of the face by a man talking to his girlfriend. The report did not identify the other man, and the police spokesman said he could not confirm that Combs, 37 was the subject of the investigation. Diddy’s lawyer, Benjamin Brafman, said Diddy never hit anyone and called the lawsuit “completely baseless.” Diddy just needs to stay at his crib, everything he goes out something happens.

Timbaland Reaches Out To Britney

Rapper/producer Timbaland tells Entertainment Weekly that he feels Britney’s pain and wants to take her overseas and work with her. He said he asked Britney’s ex Justin Timberlake about how he would feel about him working with Britney and would he do it with him. Timberlake said he would but Britney would have to take it seriously. Spears is currently at Promises Malibu drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in California.
Chris Rock And His Wife Are Still Together

Chris Rock and his wife Malaak Compton Rock are still together despite reports last November of the actor beginning divorce proceedings, the couple released a statement to People Magazine that attempts to put the matter to bed once and for all. Rock said he has always taken the high road and not comment on the tabloid media but he feels it is unfortunate that the Daily News and other tabloid outlets have chosen to print untrue rumors and lies about his family and marriage. He says it is hurtful to he, his wife, children and extended family. He says he’s committed to his marriage and his family. The New York Daily News reported that the Rock’s divorce proceedings were on hold until after the March 16th release of his film “I Think I Love My Wife”. Rock stars in the film as a married man who becomes tempted to cheat after a chance encounter with his ex-girlfriend.

Djimon Hounsou And Cameron Diaz…

Rumor has it that Hounsou and actress Cameron Diaz were all over each other at the nightclub Hyde recently. The couple was dancing, touching, and kissing in front of everybody.

Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee Simmons ….

The next week, Djimon and Kimora Lee Simmons made out all night at Boulevard 3 in L.A. during a Dom Perignon dinner for Forest Whitaker. Kimora’s ex Russell Simmons gives the couple his blessing saying Djimon is a nice guy, one of the sweetest in the world.

Cameron Diaz and Tyrese….

Singer Tyrese and Cameron Diaz spent the Saturday before the Oscars at a Hollywood after hours club Xenii. The couple danced together all night.

Tyrese and Melyssa Ford….

Tyrese and model/actress Melyssa Ford partied with friends at Corio in TriBeCa last week. They were celebrating MVD public relations vice president Massa David’s birthday. Sources say the couple stayed in the corner all night playing “kissy face.” You keeping up?” If all of this is true then boy these celebrities get around.

OJ Jokes About Being The Father Of Anna Nicole’s Baby

It seems now that OJ Simpson is throwing in his hat as a possible father for Anna Nicole Smith’s baby Dannilynn. Videographer Norm Pardo who filmed footage from 2000 to 2005 for a film project says that OJ could have fathered Anna Nicole’s baby. He said that OJ and Anna Nicole had known each other since co-starring in the 1994 film “Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult.” He said OJ knew Anna Nicole pretty well and he said he had slow moving sperm, and he might be the father. He said Simpson joked: “ I hope they don’t do a DNA test on Anna Nicole’s baby. If they find out Dannilynn is mine, I don’t want Fred Goldman trying to seize her money – or the baby herself.” OJ just needs to stop talking.

Judge Lifts Gag Order In C-Murder Case

Louisiana judge Martha Sassone ruled last Thursday that Corey Miller, formerly known as rapper C-Murder, can promote his new CD and novel, but can not discuss his second-degree murder charge while under house arrest. The 35-year-old brother of Percy “Master P” Miller was ordered to remain at his grandma’s house in Kenner until a new trial has been scheduled regarding the January 12, 2002, death of a 16-year-old, who was shot during a brawl at a brawl at a now-closed club in Harvey. Miller’s legal team says the gag order violates his constitutional right to free speech Miller faces “severe consequences” if he cannot earn money to pay legal fees and to support hit family. Sassone turned down Miller’s request for interviews to promote his CD but allowed him to be photographed in his grandmother’s home. While behind bars, Miller wrote the book, “Death Around The Corner.” It is described by publisher Vibe Street Lit as a cautionary tale of how easily an innocent youth can become a hardened criminal” Miller wrote the manuscript in jail and mailed the notebooks to family members over a two-year period.

On TV This Week

I Love New York

New York was down to her top four guys this week. The group went to Palm Springs where New York went on two seperate dates with two guys. The first date she went on was to the golf course with Tango and Real. Both of them tried to impress New York with their golfing skills. Later that night Tango and Real had dinner with New York. Real clowned Tango as he expressed his feelings to New York. Tango actually told New York he loved her. That didn’t stop New York from taking Real back to her room to get some alone time with him. Real expressed his feelings to New York and she cried with her over dramtic self because she was so touched by what he said. The next day New York took Chance and White Boy on a hot air balloon ride. chance was really scared at first but loved the view once he got up in the sky. Later that evening she had dinner with Chance and White Boy. Chance got really agressive with New York at dinner. He was not allowing White Boy to get any time with her. New York got frustrated with Chance and told him to shut the f*ck and he in return told her to do the same and threated to take her cigarettes. New York ended up taking White Boy back to her room since she didn’t get a chance to spend anytime with him. New York questioned him again about his relationship before he came on the show. He admitted to her that he had only been out of his relationship two months before he got there. New York said she felt that he still might be in love with his ex girlfriend. New York’s mom, Sister Patterson questioned Chance’s behavior at dinner with New York and vowed to get him out of the house. In the end White boy was sent home because she felt he had too many secrets and he might still loves his ex.

American Idol

March 6- 8

The top twelve was picked this week on Idol. Tuesday started out with the guys and none of them were all that impressive as usual. No real stand outs. Sanjaya’s hair was beautiful as usual but his voice wasn’t. The judges let him know too. Wednesday the girls performed and the biggest standout was Melinda Doolittle and LaKisha Jones. Melinda did a fantastic job on “My Funny Valentine” and got a lot of praise from the judges. Lakisha did an impressive job on “I Have Nothing” and Simon complimented her outfit which he didn’t do the week before. Stephanie Edwards was a disappointment singing Sweet Thang and Sabrina did okay on Don’t Let Go Love. Antonella did her usual back talking when the judges didn’t give her good reviews. Yes she was horrible again this week. Haley complained that Simon didn’t like her when Simon said her performance and she were forgettable. Thursday Antonella Barba, (Cutie) Jared Cotter, Sundance Head, and Sabrina Sloan were sent home. I must say everyone was surprised about Sundance and Sabrina. Haley and definitely should have been sent home. So the top twelve includes Blake Lewis, Chris Sligh, Chris Richardson, Brandon Rogers, Phil Stacey , Sanjaya Malakar, LaKisha Jones, Jordin Sparks, Melinda Doolittle, Stephanie Edwards, Gina Glocksen, and Haley Scarnato. I am rooting for Flint homegirl LaKisha and Melinda.

March 13-14

This week the top twelve performed Diana Ross songs and got coached by her. The only real standouts again were LaKisha, Melinda and Jordin. Lakisha did “God Bless the Child” and was great. Melinda did “Home” and brought Paula to tears. Jordin did a song I wasn’t familiar with called “If We Hold On Together” but did a very good job. Brandon and Haley both forgot their words. Haley cried so much I know she got sympathy votes. Blake and Chris tried to change the arrangements of their songs and it didn’t work out. Stephanie left a key part out of “Love Hangover” and the judge didn’t like it. Everyone else was just okay. Wednesday Diana Ross sang and gave her usual over dramatic diva performance. the both three were Brandon, . Brandon was the first to be sent home. I must say I was disappointed he didn’t do better. We’ll see who goes next week.

America’s Next Top Model

March 7th

This week the girls went back to high school this week to learn to walk. He taught them how to model with two other model on the runway at the same time.
Ms. Jay put them to the challenge by having them model prom dresses in a fashion show for the students. A lot of the girls had trouble on the runway and were bumping into each other. One model named Sarah had a wardrobe malfunction while out there much to the liking of the teenage boys. I learned who the drama queens will be in the house. One will be Jaslene who cries that the girls don’t like her in the house because she is doing well. The other is Renee who cries when the girls do better than her. The photo shoot was very creative. It featured class cliches.

In the end country girl Samantha was sent home because judges felt she held back in her pictures. Here’s some of my favorite pictures of the shoot.

Notorious B.I.G.

Last week marked the 10 year anniversary of the death of Notorious B.I.G. The case of his murder is still unsolved. Here is my favorite song by Biggie. May he rest in peace.

Top At The Box Office

1. 300
2. Wild Hogs
3. Bridge To Terabithia
4. Ghost Rider
5. Zodiac

In Theaters This Week

Dead Silence
I Think I Love My Wife with Chris Rock, Gina Torres and Kerry Washington
Premonition

Top On the Charts

R And B /Hip Hop Albums

1. Greatest Hits – The Notorious B.I.G.

2. The Evolution Of Robin Thicke – Robin Thicke

3. Konvicted – Akon

4. In My Songs – Gerald Levert

5. FutureSex/LoveSongs – Justin Timberlake

R And B / Hip Hop Songs

1. Lost Without You – Robin Thicke

2. This Is Why I’m Hot – Mims

3. You – Llyod Featuring Lil Wayne

4. Throw Some D’s – Rich Boy Featuring Polow Da Don

5. Buddy – Musiq Soulchild

Celebrity Birthdays

March 15th

Sly Stone (Singer), 64

Terence Trent D’Arby (Singer), 45

Rockwell (Singer), 43

Young Buck (Rapper), 26

Will.I.Am (Rapper), 32

March 16th

Flavor Flav (Rapper), 48

March 17th

Swifty (Rapper-D12), 30

March 18th

Queen Latifah (Rapper/Actress/Singer), 37

Irene Cara (Singer), 48

Charlie Pride (Singer), 69

Vanessa Williams (Singer/Actress), 44

March 19th

Ruth Pointer (Singer), 61

March 20th

Spike Lee (Producer), 50

Vanessa Bell Calloway (Actress), 49

March 21st

Al Freeman (Actor), 73

Solomon Burke (Singer), 67

Rose Stone (Keyboardist/Singer), 62

Sabrina LeBeauf (Actress), 49

DJ Premier (Rapper), 41

I’m done for now.

Peace and Blessings,

Soul Star

Our wants and needs lead us to settle for less in many areas of our lives – love, work, purchases, goals, and the list goes on.  Let’s examine why we settle for less and how we can reach our wants and needs in a positive manner.

We settle for less because….

We are IMPATIENT.  “I want it now!”

We have LOW SELF-ESTEEM.  “This is the best I can do.”

We think it is GOD.  “My blessing has come!”

We know it is the DEVIL.  “I know it’s wrong, but it feels good.”

We are LONELY.  “He is here, so I will take what I can get.”

We feel a VOID.  “This temporarily brings me comfort.”

The above reasons do not lead to blessings.  Remember, a blessing does not bring sorrow or regret.

In order to reverse our thinking, we must:

1.   Learn to be Patient

2.   Trust the Lord

3.   Pray to the Lord and Know His Voice

4.   Have Confidence

5.   Believe in Yourself

6.   Think Outside the Box regarding Resources and Solutions

7.   Do Not Lower Your Standards

Good things will come your way when you least expect it.

DO NOT SETTLE FOR LESS!

Joyful Radiance

The ladies of Pumps & Gloss have been pondering the question, “What if we won the Powerball lottery for $365 Million?” We know we have to pay off student loans, mortgages and other loans, and give money to the church (cause you have to do that, even if your church preaches against gambling, because churches always need money….And the pastor is thinking “the church needs a new furnace, I hope they will contribute more to the building fund.”) After doing all of the above, we all came up with a wish list of items that we all would like to have.

Mix Maven

Mix Maven loves to decorate, so the first item on the list is the Henredon sectional for the basement renovation.

Mix Maven says, “this sectional has a casual elegance fit for family and guests.”

The other selection on Mix Maven’s wish list is a sexy Christian Louboutin brown snakeskin pump. The pumps really speak for themselves. She exclaims, “Love them!!”

Joyful Radiance

Joyful Radiance selected BMW X5 SUV for her wishlist. Ms. Radiance says, “there is something sexy about a silver ride.”

Joyful Radiance also selected the Gucci Britt High-Heel Sandal for her wish list.

Joyful quips that this sexy sandal is “haute and hot.” Joyful Radiance maybe the Encouragement Guru, but in the Gucci Britt sandal, she will give Sensual Element a run for her money.

Soul Star

Since Soul Star is the Entertainment Guru, her first wishlist item is a 52-inch flat-panel TV for her new home theater.

Soul Star’s next wish is a trip to a luxury resort in Jamaica for Reggae SunSplash.

Soul Soul implores all “get away for some fun!”

Sensual Element

Sensual Element just loves this car. She reminds us, “this would be my summer car.”

She also wants the Manolo Blahnik snakeskin sandal.

Ms. Sensual Element suggests, “when you want fun on the town, [wear these shoes.]” With this wish list selection, Sensual Element will retain her title as Enticement Guru.

While we may never win the lottery, especially since most of the ladies do not play; we, the ladies of Pumps and Gloss, believe in the possibility of the dream. We implore you to dream big dreams or better yet, allow God to dream a bigger dream for you. As Gloria Steinem once said, “Without leaps of imagination, or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning.” So go forth and turn your dreams into reality!

1. A Massage

2. Bra and Panty Sets - White does not count!

3. A quality perfume that is not LOUD

4. Lingerie – Not just for him, but for yourself

5. A Hobby

6. A Career – A job is nice, but a career is more fulfilling

7. A Nice Watch

8. Art in her home

9. Camis

10. Eyebrows Arched

11. A Wristlet for Traveling

Have you ever wondered, “Should I Masturbate?” “What joy will I get out of stroking myself?”

I read Zane’s Manual, “The Art of Masturbation,” which is very interesting might I add. In this manual, the art of masturbation is tackled Zane style. To me, Zane gives you more of the general concept of masturbation rather than techniques. Zane breaks down the shattering myths people believe if they perform masturbation. You couldn’t possibly believe what people think happen once you masturbate. Here is a sample from the manual:

“…Will a man’s dick get bigger or smaller from masturbation? Hells naw! If that were true, half the men would be lifting dumbbells with their dicks and the other half would be limp dick leprechaun midgets. Can you catch a disease from masturbation? That shit is so stupid, I am not even going to go there. If you honestly have to sit there and ponder the issue, you need to seek professional help immediately cause your ass is stupid.

Can masturbation cause a dick or pussy to become deformed? Hmmm, let me think! Hells naw! Do you have any idea how many people masturbate? That would mean everybody’s shit would be f***ed-da-hell-up.

You will make yourself sick if you eat your own cum.”

(Sample was taken from the Manual located at www.eroticanoir.com.)

That is just a few of the myths Zane touched upon. To view more, make sure you go to Zane’s website. Come on now, what would make people think you can catch a disease from touching yourself. LOL!!!!!!!! If you do, then your behind was nasty in the first place. Enough of the myths, Zane also touches upon the names for masturbation parties such as “Jack-and-Jill” when you have many people touching each other to reach the greatest climax. Jack is for guys in a group and Jill is for women masturbating.

If you are looking for techniques on how to masturbate, do not read Zane’s manual. Zane’s manual is plainly for fun. You will definitely get a good laugh out of myths and the names people give masturbation for men and women. For techniques on masturbation please visit www.sexhealth.org/masturbation and click on Masturbation. This site will break down the history and if you want explore more about masturbation click on female masturbation.

Sensual Element

We have all heard the saying, “Life is too short.”  As a society, we work hard, but don’t play enough.  Oprah has done a number of shows where she talks with women from around the world and all the women said the same thing – Americans work too much and don’t have enough fun.  I don’t want to look back over my life and say, “I did not have enough fun.”  So today, I encourage you to have some fun!

I do not have to make a list of fun things – you know what is fun for you!  So do it!

  You tell ‘em Cindy!

I have a snow globe from Universal Studios Orlando (talk about FUN!) that has a picture of the Cat in the Hat and the phrase, “It is fun to have fun!“  Don’t be all work and no play.  No time?  MAKE THE TIME.  Already having fun?  Good, keep up the good work.

I recently watched “Women and Money” by Suze Orman on television and she said, “Be as generous to yourself as you are to others.”  Keep that in mind as you have some fun this week.

Go Play!

Joyful Radiance

Niecy Nash, Actress & Host of Clean House

“Who wants a clean house?’’ sings Niecy Nash, at the end of each Clean House episode on the Style Network. Niecy Nash is the host and style diva of Clean House, a show that deals with de-cluttering a family’s house. The families are living knee-deep in clothes, toys, and unnecessary knick knackeries. They are embarrassed to have company over. One family member noted that she would meet people on the front lawn, so they could not come into the house. You know a house is not a home when it is filled with clutter.

I love Neicy Nash’s candor. Nash’s main task is to call out each family for living in foolishness and bedlam. The main problem with each family is that they hold on to useless or underused items. The families are holding onto things because they are emotionally attached to the memories, not realizing that the things do not replace the thoughts in their minds. I like to refer to this as idolatry. Niecy has to coerce them with gifts of furniture and electronics, so they can let go of “stuff.” Niecy and her team organize a yard sale of the items the family decides to sell. The earnings from the sale and Clean House matching money are used to create a fabulous and organized home for each family.

Take a look at the video to see all the mayhem and foolishness in these homes.

En Vogue said, “Free your mind, and the rest will follow.” This phrase reminds me that when we stop giving power to things, we can begin to see the real beauties of life, which are quality relationships with family and friends. Our homes should be a refuge for our families and guests. As Niecy Nash says, “When you’re in a fresh, clean, organized environment, you dream bigger dreams. You can think, and you can see things a bit differently.” Spring is upon us; let us begin to de-clutter our minds and houses, so we can turn our houses into homes.

Be Free,

Mix Maven

This is part one of a four part series. The items listed are in no particular order.

Every Woman Should Have….

1. Suits – Black, Brown and Gray are a must

Step Up – Different colors in addition to Black, Brown and Gray

2. Make-Up for a Day look and a Night Look

3. A Checking and a Savings Account

4. A Savings Account that you cannot touch without penalty – 401(k), 403(b), IRA, CDs, Savings Bonds

5. Quality lipstick and lip gloss

6. A Primary Care Physician, A Gynocologist, and A Dentist

7. Pictures of yourself displayed in your home

8. Reliable Transportation

Step Up – SUV with 4×4, Luxury, or A Vehicle with All Wheel Drive

9. A Chaise – For reading a good book or for sex!

10. A Sex Toy

11. A Pedicure, especially during sandal months

12. A Pretty Umbrella

13. Flirting Skills

14. Cooking Skills

15. Computer Skills – Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Step Up – HTML, Access

Do you have anything to add to our list? Leave a comment and we will add your suggestions to the next installment!

We, the ladies of Pumps and Gloss, want to share our favorite pumps and gloss. Here are the Glossy Picks for the week:

Mix Maven

Carlos Santana – Pounce Pumps

Mix Maven loves Pounce Pumps because “they exude Sexy and Sassy, even Dorothy, from the Wizard of Oz, wished she had these shimmery pumps.”

MAC Tinted Lipglass, Lust

Mix Maven loves the natural look of this lip gloss. Lust tinted lipglass looks great on all complexions.

Joyful Radiance

Tahari “Papi” Pumps

The Tahari pumps, Joyful Radiance exclaims, is “classic, yet different. Professional, yet sexy. Love it!”

C.O. Bigelow™ Mentha Lip Shine

Joyfyl Radiance loves this lip gloss because it has “perfect shine and makes for tasty kisses!”

Soul Star

Gianni Bini Amanda Pump

Soul Star notes that the Amanda Pump is a “comfortable and stylish – a glossy pump, what more could a woman want?”

CoverGirl Queen Collection Lip Gloss in Burgundeep

Soul Star is enamored with Burgundeep because the lip gloss is “long lasting and luscious.” Soul Star loves The Queen and her collection!

Sensual Element

Steve Madden’s Madamm Boot

Sensual Element knows that this high-heel boot is “Sexy, Ready for that short skirt action or gauchos. Sexy, Sexy and more Sexy. Lovin it! Your man will want you on your back and the boots above his head.”

MAC Tinted Lipglass, Entice

Sensual Element notes that Entice Lipglass is “professional and good for work or the night on the town.”

Happy Saturday,

I’m Soul Star and my job at Pumps And Gloss is to bring you all in the world of entertainment.

I have lots of news for you. So here we go….

The Oscars

Congratulations to Ms. Jennifer Hudson and Mr. Forest Whitaker on their Oscar wins.

Jennifer Hudson won Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Effie White in Dreamgirls. I was so happy for Jennifer because, for one, I am an Idol junkie and I loved her on the show. Also, it just shows you how you never know what God has in store for you and how you should never give up on your dreams. Jennifer could have easily given up after losing out on Idol, but she kept going and put in a Oscar winning performance in Dreamgirls, her first film. How awesome is that! To top it off, she also performed with Dreamgirls co-stars Beyonce Knowles, Anika Noni Rose, and Keith Robinson. They did a great job but was it me or was Beyonce a little extra while she was performing – watch below and judge for yourself.

I loved Jennifer’s dress that she wore when she performed but I hear Jennifer wasn’t too pleased with her dress on the red carpet. Jennifer told Matt Lauer Tuesday on the Today Show that her Oscar dress was her only regret of the night. Page Six reports that Jennifer was sponsored Oscar night by Vogue and stylist, fashion editor Andre Leon Tally. Andre insisted that she wear the Oscar de la Renta dress with the gold, python bolero jacket. Jennifer really didn’t want to wear it, so noted celebrity stylist Jessica Paster got her a gold custom made Robert Cavalli dress. Andre went straight diva and had a fit, so Jennifer went with the dress he chose. I see Jennifer took the jacket off during the ceremony and changed into another dress for the press room. Well, anyway, love you Jennifer, way to go.

Forest Whitaker took home the Oscar for Best Actor In A Leading role for The Last King Of Scotland for his portrayl of Idi Amin. I have not seen the film yet, but everyone says the Forest does an excellent job playing evil dictator. With success comes crazy exs and family members from out of the wood work. Rumor has it that Forest’s ex and mother of his 16 year old son, Ocean, Monique Miller said she is still in love with him and hopes he leaves his current wife Keisha Nash to come back to her. She said she began dating Forest when he was a struggling actor and she was a publicity agent. She didn’t think he was attractive but fell in love with his personality. She said that their relationship was wonderful until fame got to Forest and he started messing around with different women. She recalls how she went to their old house and found condoms on the floor and evidence that woman had been there, went crazy and destroyed some paintings and his bed. She said she was covered with feathers and syrup from pancakes Forest was eating in bed. She says that she was arrested and Forest did not post bail for her. She does say that Forest is a great father and a good man and hopes he comes back to her. I don’t know Forest – I think it was good you let this one go.

I was bummed Eddie Murphy didn’t win for Best Supporting actor. I thought he was great as Jimmy Early. He won all the other major awards and got looked over at the Oscars. He should have won for this scene alone. “Jimmy Got Soul” “Jimmy Want Mo”.

Bobby Got His Child Support Paid

Bobby Brown got his child support paid by radio station Hot 99.5 In Washington, DC. Apparently Bobby is now working at the station to pay off his debt. Bobby was recently arrested when failing to pay support to Kim Ward, mother of two of his teenage children. I guess he has to go to desperate measures since Whitney ain’t around anymore. Read the story for yourself right here.

Anna Nicole Is Finally Laid To Rest

Anna Nicole was buried yesterday in Nassau, Bahamas near her son, Daniel. She was buried in a designer gown and her coffin was covered by a pink rhinestone blanket spelling out her name. Her memorial service was lavish and themed in pink, Anna’s favorite color. One hundred people attended. Country singer Joe Nichols sang two songs at the service. The fight still continues over custody of Smith’s baby, Dannilynn. I am just happy she can now rest in peace.

DNA Collected From James Brown

Hopefully James Brown will rest in peace soon but not before some DNA was collected from him. Tomi Hynie who claims to be his fourth wife, stood before his body as DNA was collected for a possible paternity test for her son. Hynie’s five year old son, James Brown Jr., was not included in the late singer’s will. Hynie said this allowed her to say goodbye to Brown in private which she said she was denied at two earlier memorial services. Funeral director Charles Reid of Augusta, GA said he is ready for his friend to be buried. I hope he is buried soon as well.

Judge Gives Foxy Brown One More Chance

Foxy Brown was in court in New York on Thursday and was allowed to remain free . The judge warned her if she violates her probation one more time to jail she goes. Brown was recently arrested in Florida after being accused of throwing hair glue and spitting on a beauty supply owner after he asked her to leave the store so he could close for the night. Brown claims she was assaulted by cops and drugged from the store after the incident happened. Poor Foxy. Stay in those anger management classes girl.

Chris Brown Gets His Sidekick Hacked

First Ne-Yo, and now it looks like Chris Brown got his sidekick hacked and he had some pictures on there of him in compromising positions. You can take a look at them on this site if you got ten dollars to waste. The only people dishing out money on that site will probably be 14 year old girls and my sister (don’t tell her I told yall she likes all those little young singers.) I tell her she’s going to jail but he’s legal now so I guess she’s straight.

Watch Who You Have Watch Your Kids….

Pictures surfaced recently of Diddy’s son Justin receiving lap dances from different women at party in New Jersey. Diddy’s Ex Misa Hylton told Hot 97′s Miss Info that neither her or Diddy were in attendance at the party and were furious and fired the bodyguards that were hired to watch him. Misa also denied rumors that she asked Diddy for more child support. I’m sorry those women need to be beat dancing on a 12 year old like that.

Beyonce Was Exposed To Hepatitis A

Beyonce was exposed to Hepatitis A recently when she attended a Sports Illustrated cover party on Valentine’s Day. An employee of Wolfgang Puck that catered the party was diagnosed with the disease. Fortunately, Beyonce said she did not eat at the party.

Congratulations To Fantasia and Michelle Williams

Fantasia recently won a role to play Celie in the Broadway production of The Color Purple. She performed “I’m Here” recently on American Idol and The Oprah Winfrey Show and she was fantastic. I wish I could go see it. Here’s her performance on Oprah.

Michelle Williams won the part of Shug Avery in the Chicago production of the play. I can just see her squeaky voice doing that part.

Ray J Gets Around

Supahead, Kim Kardashian, Whitney Houston, now… Lil Kim. Ray J was spotted recently arm in arm with rapper Lil Kim at a Vibe magazine pre-Oscar party. The two were apparently driving in style in a new Ferrari that Ray J is rumored to have purchased with money he received from the sale of his sex tape. Vivid Video halted distribution of the sex tape he made with model Kim Kardashian. Kardashian is threatening to sue the company over the tape.

Condolences

Condolences to Ludacris on the recent passing of his father, Wayne Bridges. He was battling a long term illness. The rapper recently won a Grammy and he spoke of his father in his acceptance speech. “Wayne Bridges I love you to death.” the rapper said from the podium. He said his father introduced him to music. Wayne Bridges was 52.

Also condolences to the family Of Dennis Johnson former player of the Boston Celtics. He died recently after collapsing at a practice of his developmental team. Johnson was 52. I remember the Celtics always having a rivalry with my home team the Pistons when I was growing up. He was a great player.

Top At The Box Office

1. Ghost Rider

2. The Number 23

3. Bridge To Terabithia

4. Reno 911: Miami

5. Norbit

In Theaters This Week

Wild Hogs Starring Martin Lawrence

Zodiac

Black Snake Moan Starring Samuel L Jackson (locking a white woman up in his house can’t wait for controversy on this one.)

Top Of The Charts

R and B/ Hip Hop Albums

1. In My Songs – Gerald Levert

2. The Evolution Of Robin Thicke – Robin Thicke

3. Convicted – Akon

4. Soundtrack – Tyler Perry’s Daddy’s Little Girls

5. Late Night Special – Pretty Ricky

Top R and B/Hip Hop Songs

1. Lost Without You – Robin Thicke

2. You – Lloyd featuring Lil Wayne

3. Throw Some D’s – Rich Boy Featuring Polow Da Don

4. This Is Why I’m Hot – Mimms

5. Poppin – Chris Brown Featuring Jay Biz

Celebrity Birthdays This Week

March 1st

Harry Balfonte (Actor) , 80

Booker T (Wrestler) , 42

Sammie (Singer), 19

March 3rd

Herschel Walker (Former NFL Star) , 45

Jackie Joyner-Kersee (Former Olympic Track Star) , 45

Hattie Winston (Actress), 62

Tone-Loc (Rapper), 41

Lil Flip (Rapper) , 26

March 4th

Miriam Makeba (Folk Singer), 75

Bobby Womack (singer), 63

Mykelti Williamson (Actor), 47

Grand Puba (Rapper), 41

March 5th

Marsha Warfield (Actress/Comedian), 53

Teena Marie (Singer), 51

Fred Williamson (Actor/Ex-Football Player), 69

Rome (Singer), 37

March 6th

Shaquille O’Neal (NBA Star), 35

Marion Barry (Former DC Mayor) , 71

D L Hughley (Actor/Comedian) , 44

Mary Wilson (Singer, The Supremes), 63

Yvette Wilson (Actress/Comedian), 43

Beanie Segal (Rapper), 33

Bubba Sparxx (Rapper), 30

Well that is it for now.

Peace and Blessings,

Soul Star