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It Ain't Real - Mary J. Blige, who's on the cover of Vegas magazine this month, isn't feelin' "American Idol." She tells the mag, “They are on national TV every night. They have automatic fame,” she says. “All of the greatest artists had to struggle for their success.”
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Special Delivery - "American Idol" alum Paris Bennett is about to drop a new single, but this one won't be on any album. The 19-year-old season-five finalist who earned the nickname "Princess P" from fans — announced from her MySpace page that she's about to have a princess of her own and that's she's engaged to be married.
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Ready-Made Family - Kimora Lee Simmons and her daughters sho’ love them some Djimon Hounsou – at least that’s the way it appears. The ready-made family was spotted at a JC Penney event Wednesday night for the launch of Kimora's new clothing line, "Fabulosity."
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Comeback - Brandy has inked a deal with Epic Records, and she has been working on her comeback album, which reportedly is being produced by Bryan-Michael Cox and Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. Check out her promotional photo for her single, to be released Aug. 8. You bedda work girl!
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Say What?! - Father of Funk, George Clinton is hawking something called Atomic Dogg, an energy drink that contains "horny goat weed" and is supposed to be "a make-you-feel-good, alert and rejuvenated drink." He's hooked up with Hall of Fame Beverages for the product.
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G's To Gents - Class is in session with Fonzworth Bentley, you know as Diddy's former assistant. He, along with executive producer Jamie Foxx, debut their new reality show – "From G's to Gents" – on MTV this week. The show takes 14 guys from the streets and teaches them how to become the perfect gentleman. The last man standing will be awarded a $100,000.
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Diagnosed - Grammy winner Natalie Cole announced this week that she was diagnosed with hepatitis C during a routine doctor's visit. And doctors say she probably contracted it as a result of doing drugs. The singer is said to be responding well to treatment.
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Disgusting - This week's New Yorker Magazine depicted Obama dressed in Muslim garb, and his wife, Michelle looking militant carrying an assault rifle. The magazine says the cover is a send-up of the image that Obama's right-wing critics have tried to create. But critics say it backfired.
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I Love Her - Al is still wishing on a Star. Reynolds went public about their failed relationship this week saying, "I still very much love her." He also says their marriage began to fall apart last year and that rumors he's gay has damaged his reputation. For the record, he says he's straight and hasn't dated since the break-up.
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Tell It Girl! - Faith Evans’ tell-all memoir, “Keep the Faith,” is scheduled to hit the bookshelves next month. The book is expected to shed light on her relationship with slain hip-hop legend Notorious B.I.G., and touch on rumors of a supposed affair with the late Tupac Shakur and tryst with Lil’ Kim.
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One-Woman Man - The Game, whose real name is Jayceon Taylor, doesn't wanna be a playa no more. The rapper reportedly plans to spend his retirement with his baby's mama, Tiffany Webb, raising their son, King Justice.
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A Hot Mess?! - Nationally syndicated radio talk-show host Wendy Williams has a new daytime talk show, “The Wendy Williams Show.” You won't be able to see it, however, unless you live in Los Angeles, New York, Dallas or Detroit. But that could be a blessing; word has it that show is a hot mess!
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Heels in the Hood - Are the sistas not wearing heels in the hood or something? What are the odds of the last two Black Miss USA winners falling in the Miss Universe competition? In case you didn't see it, check out the clip below of Miss USA, Crystle Stewart, falling on her rear end.
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Sing Mariah - Mariah Carey will perform her latest single at this year's Teen Choice Awards. She'll do "I'll Be Lovin' You Long Time" as part of the show, which airs Monday, Aug. 4. Fans between the ages of 13 and 19 will vote for the nominees in categories featuring film, TV, music, sports and fashion.
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On Sale - A judge lifted a temporary stay that could have held up the sale of the late James Brown's possessions. Dozens of pieces of clothing, ranging from “SEX” jumpsuits in various colors to the cape, like the one band member Maceo Parker used to drape over Brown's shoulders when he tired during performances.
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Done Deal - Death Row is now in new hands. Global Music Group bought the label at auction for $24 million. The sale went through last month and includes the label's back catalog. UPDATE: Venture capitalist Ron Goldberg is suing the label for $25 million. He claims the head of Global conspired against him and bought Death Row behind his back.
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Snapped - UFC figher Quinton “Rampage” Jackson snapped while behind the wheel Wednesday. He was on a Cali freeway when he allegedly hit two cars and got off road; he then began driving on the center divider. According to the police, he then drove on the sidewalk. Cops took him to jail, but determined he was “medically unfit” to be booked. He was treated and released.
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Oh Lawd - Young Buck challenged Tony Yayo to a boxing match. The former G-Unit member went on radio recently and challenged Yayo to meet him in the ring. He went as far as to say he'd knock Yayo out. According to MediaTakeOut.com, Yayo has accepted Young Buck’s challenge and is trying to find promoter for the match.
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No Suspects - Authorities in New Orleans say they have no motive or suspects in the shooting death of ex-rapper Sporty T whose real name is Terence Vine. Police say the rapper's FEMA trailer had at least 28 bullet holes in it. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Sporty T was part of a rap group called the Ninja Crew. He was 41.
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Be Responsible - Barack Obama says he wants Blacks to be more responsible. Speaking at the annual NAACP convention this week, he said while Washington must provide more education and economic aid, Blacks must also demand more of themselves.