Stars with no makeup- Kelly Rowland

Things are on the up and up for 'Motivation" singer Kelly Rowland. As you guys know her song has been blazing the charts and spent a few weeks at no. 1 and in even more exciting news Kells is set to be a judge on X-Factor. Work it out then Miss Rowland.

I have always wanted Kelly to succeed! Good to see her hard work paying off!

P.S how amazing does girlfriend's body look? even without a stitch of makeup Kelly looks HOT!

Thoughts?

Rushing home to see the Braxtons!!

I am literally rushing home right now to watch Braxton Family Values aka theTamarshow! I am absolutely enthralled with the show. It comes on at 9pm on WE/TV so make sure you tune in.

Who is your favorite sister? I love me some Toni Braxton, she seems the most chill out of the group but I really love all the girls.

We will chat after the show!!

P.S arent you super stoked for the Re Union show? Wendy Williams was the host/moderator and no-one can stir the pot like Miss Williams. Must see TV! I will let you know when it airs once I find out.

Review of VH1's Single Ladies

Last night was the 2 hour premiere of the VH1 original comedy "Single Ladies". Billed as a mix of "Sex in the City" and "Girlfriends" the show stars gorgeous  actresses Stacey Dash, Lisa Raye, Lauren London and new comer Charity Shea.  I won't lie to you, I was genuinely excited to see the show. Surely this dramedy (drama and comedy) produced by Queen Latifah was going to be amazing! I mean the promo clips released months ago showed tons of promise. I was so amped for the series premiere.

Man oh man was I in for a let down.

Saying the show was  disappointment is an understatement. Let me start by saying I understand how difficult it is to get a black show on to a major network so I applaud VH1 for green lighting this project. We've come a long way since the Flavor of Love days. However, last night's show was lackluster at best.

What didn't I like? Let's start with all the drama that popped off in the first 5 minutes of the show. It felt immediately like a Tyler Perry production. Very melodramatic and extreme. I compared the show to a Nigerian movie where the film goes on and on with several plot lines enough to give you whiplash. Oh and let's discuss the acting. As much as I love Lisa Raye and Stacey Dash these women are clearly not known for their Oscar worthy acting skills. In my humble opinion the meaty roles on the show were not suitable for the actresses. Too much dialogue, especially for Stacy..at times I felt like I was watching a bad high school play.

On the bright side the show had plenty of guest stars, Kim Porter (Diddy's babymama), Chilli, Cam'Ron to add a little flavor. The stand out of the show was Lisa's love interest played by DB Woodside, hubby of "Girlfriends" actress Golden Brooks. That man was a definitely eye candy for the ladies and some men as well.

So will I tune in again? Nah I don't think I will. As a black woman I don't believe in the concept of supporting a black show just because it's black. I need network television to not underestimate my intelligence by shoving anything in my face and expecting me to love. It's almost like when John McCain picked Sarah Palin as his running mate and expected that he would get the female vote. Try again.

So what did you think of the show? Will you tune in next week?

Quote of the day - Khloe Kardashian

'I'm sorry for snapping at you and being on edge lately but I've been holding a lot of stuff in and trying not to bother you, but I've been freaking out about why I'm not pregnant. 'It's scary [thinking], "Oh God, what if I physically can't have kids".' - Khloe expressing how frustrating it has to been to conceive a baby

Well on the bright side, Lamar has 2 other children from a previous relationship so he might could want to devote time to the dem babies instead.

Thoughts?

Ciara on stage in Zimbabwe!

photo courtesy of zimbiojam.com

Ciara set the stage on fire in Zimbabwe this past weekend. At least that's I hear from the twitter universe. The "Goodies" singer along with Lil Kim, Fat Joe and DJ Scratch appeared in Harare at the Borrowdale Race Course and performed their hits. Now as you know Timbaland was also set to appear but he pulled out of the show at the last minute due to "unforseen circumstances"

Hmmm interesting? The super producer claims he will make it up to his Zimbabwean fans before he heads back stateside. Only time will tell.

Billed as the biggest hip hop concert in Africa, Zar fest continues on in Capetown, Durban and Jo-Burg this week.

16 year old Nyasha Matonhodze is the face of Louis Vuitton

A few weeks ago I introduced you to a new fresh face on the modeling scene Nyasha Matonhodze. Well homegirl is about take over the world. Hailing from Zimbabwe and raised in the United Kindgom Nyasha is officially the new "It Girl"

Nyasha been chosen as one of the new faces of Louis Vuitton, starring in the fall/winter advertising campaign.

Upon learning that she had been selected as one of the stars of the upcoming Louis Vuitton campaign, Nyasha told the Telegraph, "My eyes filled up with tears and I thought 'Lord you are lucky!' It didn't actually hit me until I was sat in a Rolls Royce sitting eye-to-eye with [famed fashion photographer Stephen] Meisel."

She has already appeared in big-name magazines such as Teen Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and has walked in dozens of runway shows.

Pics of Nyasha hitting the runways these past few fashion season

Ciara, Lil Kim, Timbaland heading to Zimbabwe

If you are anywhere in the Southern African region, the place to be this weekend is Zimbabwe, Harare specifically! So apparently Kenny Kunene a promiment South African promoter is brining the US celebs for a show on Sat May 28th! And from what the twitter bird Ciara just landed in Johannesburg. Will you be attending? Peep Ciara's video shouting out Zimbabwe

Beyonce premieres new song 1+1 on American Idol (Video)

My girl B was on American Idol last night and ROCKED her performance of 1+1 her brand new song. You can say what you want about Beyonce but none can deny her singing talent. She can sang baby! Peep the cover art below for the song and then check out the video of the song!

The Oprah Winfrey show is officially over

Well the world certainly didn't end but something else just as huge did end..the Oprah Winfrey show!

May 25 marked the closing of Oprah's global show and it was just spectacular. There were no gifts, no surprises just Oprah doing what she does best..chatting with the audience and sharing life lessons and what the show has meant to her. She was preaching y'all! I had goosebumps listening to her speak, My favorite lines?

"You are responsible for your life and when you get that, everything changes'


You have the power to change somebody's life... Look around and you will see. Everybody has a calling


"What are the whispers in your life right now?"


A common thread for all of her 30K guests was a need for validation. 'i see you, I hear you, and what you saying matters to me"


She ended the show noting that this was not a goodbye rather "until we meet again" and she gave God all the glory. What momentous moment in TV history. Thank God for OWN!

Kim Kardashian get's engaged!

By now Im sure you have heard that reality tv's #1 Kim Kardashian is engaged and set to get married. If you watch Keeping up with the Kardashians then you have heard Kim speak at lengths about her desire to settle down and have kids. Her boo Kris Humpries put a ring on it, speaking of the ring..

Daaaayum! The ring cost over 2.5 million dollars (US my friends) and it is massive! Now Kris her fiance plays for NJ Nets and he brings home about $6 million a year. Was this really a wise investment? Will they even make it down the isle? They have been dating for only 6 months but I guess if Khloe and Lamar are still together then anything is possible.

Congrats to the happy couple!

Michelle Obama shines at a party held for the Queen

How cute are these two? The First Lady and President of the USA are in the UK at the moment and last night they had a fancy party in honor of the queen-and my friends Michelle stole the show! She looks stunning!

Look of the Day - Selita Ebanks

Victoria's Secret Supermodel Selita Ebanks at the Hangover II premiere. What do you guys think of this look? I'm not sure I love it,it's a little frumpy to me. Pretty girl but tell me what your thoughts are..

Why do men cheat with unattractive women?

Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger

Considered one of America's favorites couples and married for over 25 years.. issh hit the fan this week in Schwarzenegger household. The media revealed the former Governor of California had fathered a child 10 years ago out of wedlock with the couple’s maid. Oh and  it get's better. The maid and Maria were pregnant at the same time, giving birth 5 days apart from one another. To make this clearer- this means that while uSisi (the maid) was in the house cleaning, dusting and performing her household duties she was also handling Maria’s wifely duties in the bedroom. 

So naturally I was curious to see what this maid looked like. Surely Mildred Beana  must be a foxy lady for Arnold to carry on this sordid affair right under his wife's nose for the past 13 years.

 

Midred Baena Arnold’s mistress

Child please! In the infamous words of Bobby Brown she looks like "a bag of knuckles". My question is why do men cheat on their seemingly attractive wives with less attractive women?

Halle Berry, Janet Jackson, Garcelle Beavais-Nilon, Tiger's ex-wife (Elin) and most recently Eva Longoria are all part of the "get cheated on with the less attractive chick  club". After 2 years of marriage Eric Benet & Halle Berry had to call it quits. Mr. Benet was apparently treated for sex addiction at one point in their marriage. Actress Garcelle was irate when she found out about her husband’s affair, homegirl sent out an angry note to her then hubby’s collegaues detailing her devastation about the betrayal.

Halle Berry and Eric Benet

Declared one of the sexiest women in the world by countless magazines Eva Longoria’s fame was not enough to keep her husband Tony Parker from straying. He was allegedly “sexting” with a former team mate’s wife.

                                   

Eva Longoria and Tony Parker

Here's my disclaimer. I don't believe all men cheat. I do however believe that men in power are more susceptible to cheating. Celebrities often live in a bubble clouded by the easy access to women and money. People are more willingly to turn a blind eye to any and all inappropiate behavior. Hell, Tiger had a whole staff of people who's sole purpose was to keep the wool over's wife eyes.

         Tiger and Elin in happier days

Here's what I know for sure. Men don't cheat because of looks. Usually when an person steps outside of the committed relationship it's because they are searching for something they feel is lacking in their relationship. It's obvisouly a very selfish, primal need and has no reflection on the person being cheated on. Your wife won't let you drink, well your side chick keeps the beer in the fridge. Your girl won't do the freaky issh you want, well the side is waiting to you show you new tricks.

         Actress Garcelle Beavais-Nilon with former husband Mike Nilon

It's sad but true. Again this a reflection of the man and says nothing about the value of the woman. Ladies cheat too. The truth of the matter is that a relationship takes work. Communication is key and discussing any and all issues will usually cost you less than cheating on your partner. As for Arnold and Maria word on the street is that they didn't have a prenup. Word on the street is she has hired a divorce lawyer and will most likely walk away with over half of his 250 million dollar fortune. It's cheaper to keep her.

Picture of the Day- Kate Middleton and Michelle Obama

I love these two ladies! I would have loved to be a fly on the wall for this conversation! Michelle Obama visited Buckingham Palace and was spotted chatting it up with Kate Middleton. Nice!

Beyonce at the Billboard Awards- Acceptance Speech

In case you missed out the on Billboard awards - they are still happening now, then Honey you missed out on the most endearing acceptance every by Bey. She thanked the usual suspects, her momma and her papa, Kelly & Michelle, Juelz and then she finally thanked the original members of Destiny's Child LeToya & LaTavia. Hush chile! I am glad she finally acknowledged them.


That Beyonce is such a class act. 


The sppech would not have been complete without the superstar singer thanking her Boo. She said" I would like thank my best friend, I know they probably have a camera in your face, but I love me some Jay-Z. Awwwww how sweet. 


Are you still watching the show?

Beyonce's Mozambique connection- copying or paying homage?

Pop superstar Beyonce premiered her video for "Who Run The World" (Girls) earlier this week on the hit TV show American Idol. Almost instantly the twitter universe was biggin' up B for using African dance inspired moves for the video. Well you aint seen nothing yet. Check out the side by side comparison of the moves in Bey's video and the original dancers from Mozambique.


Copying or paying homage?

People.com Editor breaks her silence on life changing decision

Photo Credit: Aaron Tredwell Photography.

Last night I picked up my June issue of Marie Claire Magazine on (news stands right now) with Kate Hudson and Gennifer Goodwin stars of the movie "Something Borrowed"on the front cover. Flipping through the pages I noticed a beautiful  brown sista smiling back at me with the caption "The Secret I Dont Want to Keep Anymore" I immediately flipped the pages to her article to find out what the big secret was.

Boy was I in for a surprise!

HOTO CREDIT: PERRY HAGOPIAN

Click in to find out more about Janet's BIG news

Date night! - Kim & Kris!

KK (that's Kim Kardashian and Kris Humpries) pictured above were captured on film en route to L.A's Boa Steakhouse. Don't you wish you had Kim's job? All she has to do is smile, get dressed to the nine's everyday and go out to dates and events with her boo. Sounds like the life to me. Get paid for looking good. Ahhhh the power of a sex tape! Go on Kim!

Are one in three Africans really middle class?

Middle class South Africans in Johannesburg's Soweto township.

There's an interesting article on the CNN site about the growing middle class sector in Africa. You can read the whole story here.  A report released last week by the African Development Bank (AFDB) said that Africa's middle class -- defined as people spending between $2 and $20 a day at 2005 prices -- increased to 34.3% of the continent's population in 2010 -- nearly 313 million


I question this whole study being based on the notion of being spending $2 to $25 a day. Sounds a bit silly to define that as middle class no? Notwithstanding the basis of the survey, there are indeed folks in Africa that seem to be indeed living the life. I just got back from South Africa a few months back and I find it highly probable that the middle class is growing. I saw many luxury cars on the roads, people dressed in the finest clothing and plenty of people living a very comfortable life. Emphasis on the word very in the previous sentence. I would be amiss not to mention the large and disproportionate  gap between the have's and have nots. Africa still has a ways to go in that regard.


So talk me, have you been to Africa or are you planning on going there? What's your take on the growing middle class?

Does this look the face of a 57 year old?

Former supermodel Christe Brinkley was spotted in NYC where she's currently starring in the hit Broadway play Chicago. Can you believe Billy Joel's ex wife is 57? Fifty freakin seven! Homegirl looks sensational!

Keep it up Christy!

Beyonce "Run The World Girls" Premiere

After many weeks of teasing us with snippets of video, check out the world premiere of Queen B's new video!

Maria and maid had babies days apart!

You can't even make up this kind of drama.

According to Pop Eater Arnold Schwarzenegger's love child with the maid was born just days apart from his son with his wife Maria Shriver. Yep you heard correctly. 5 days apart! So this means that his mistress and his wife were both pregnant at the same time with his children.

I cant deal! This is just all kinds of wrong!

In case that mental image isn't enough, while Shriver was puttering around their house pregnant with Schwarzenegger's baby, their housekeeper was puttering around their house, cleaning and also pregnant with his baby.

Just insane! Thoughts?

Look of the Day - Keri Hilson

"Pretty Girl Rock" singer Keri Hilson was spotted at the 2011 Maxim Hot 100 Party in this revealing number. What do you think of her  fashion choice?

Beyonce's video Run the World (Girls) on American Idol tonight!

Beyonce will drop her anticipated Run the World (Girls) music video on American Idol tonight! She called it "risky" and hinted it would be more "futuristic." We can’t wait!

Will you be tuning in?

Brandy, Tatyana Ali and Tempest Bledsoe go nude for skin cancer PSA

Singer Brandy, Actresses Tatyana Ali and Tempsett Bledsoe all got down to their birthday suits to shed light on a very serious issue - skin cancer. The PSA airing on the Style Network hopes to the disease by encouraging women to wear sunblock and send the message, “If you leave the house without sunscreen, you might as well be naked.”

 The ladies look great!

You know I love the idea of having black women in PSA. Even black women have to wear suncreen, we are not protected just because we have melanin.

Thoughts?

Song of the Day- Range feat Wale

New joint, check it out and tell me what you think! This song comes from Roc Nation's newest artist Range, it features rapper Wale. I love the old school beat..

CW to pick up reality show about celeb haters

I love a good reality show and this one sounds exceptional!

CW is set to launch a new show pairing celebs with their biggest haters to prove to them that they are just regular Joe's like me and you.  According to CNN A pilot episode featuring Snooki and Kim Kardashian facing off against their haters has reportedly been well-received.Interesting!!

If you were to get the opportunity to go toe-to-toe with the celeb you find most detestable, who would it be?

Personal Weight Loss..UPDATE!

Hello Blogging Friends! Do you guys remember a few months ago (January specifically) when I attempted to lose 12 pounds in 6 weeks? Well I have good news and bad news!

The good news is that I have lost 9lbs so far ,meaning I am 3lbs away from my target weight. The bad news is unfortunately I didn't hit my 12lb mark in 6 weeks.

What I have learned about weight loss is that it cannot be approached as a diet fad, it is truly a lifestyle change. I get tempted constantly to eat chocolate, drink adult beverages (wink) or eat excessive amounts of pasta. I tried cutting myself completely off but that lasted just a few days. I say all that to say, moderation is your friend. You can still eat the same foods but moderation and working out are tried and true methods of long term weight loss.

Aaliyah one of my favorite singers said"if at first you don't succeed, dust yourself off and try again"

Good luck on your journey  and remember to keep moving!

Quote of the day- Maria Shriver

"This is a painful and heartbreaking time. As a mother, my concern is for the children. I ask for compassion, respect and privacy as my children and I try to rebuild our lives and heal. I will have no further comment."-

Maria Shriver, 55 has responded to news that her husband Arnold Schwarzenegger fathered a child with a household employee ten years ago

Look of the Day - Nicole Richie

I absolutely love Nicole's effortless style. Lionel Richie's daughter has this boho-chic look down to a science. I may to try this out. What do you think of her look?

Taking a break from Facebook

It's not you, it's me...Im just not into Facebook right now!

My name is Makho Ndlovu and I am a Facebook junkie! I have been hooked ever since my friends introduced me to this super awesome networking site! I have met over 4400 friends and I just last night I decided I need a Facebook break. From answering the endless amount of mail to the never ending friend requests...I need a FB timeout!

This is not forever, like every good junkie I will go back...I will be return on June 16th. Let's see how the break goes! For my FB friends you can follow me on twitter or on my blog. I will be updating as usual!

Adios for now amigos!

CNN's Don Lemon Reveals in New Book: I'm Gay

“I think it would be great if everybody could be out. But it’s such a personal choice,"

CNN anchor Don Lemon reveals in his new memoir, Transparent, that he is gay.

"I think it would be great if everybody could be out,” he says in an interview with the New York Times. “But it’s such a personal choice. People have to do it at their own speed. I respect that. I do have to say that the more people who come out, the better it is for everyone, certainly for the Tyler Clementis of the world.”

Clementis is the Rutgers University student who jumped off New York City's George Washington Bridge after a sexual encounter with another male in his dorm room was taped by fellow students and broadcast online.

What do you think of Don's decision to come out of the closet? 

Quote of the Day - Chelsea Handler

Funny lady Chelsea Handler was on the Joy Behar show on CNN and she had some unsavory words to say about the now skinny Dancing with the Stars actress Kristie Alley. 

"I mean, obviously I had to watch when Kirstie Alley was on because I had to see what was going to happen to the floor, but ... (Laughter) ... I just ... I can't watch that show."

Ouch! A fat joke Chelsea? I'm sure Kriste wont take this lying down...do you think she will strike back on twitter like she did to George Lopez?

Looking for a pocket weave? I got you covered

Just in case you were looking for a new hairstyle to rock this summer. Check out this pocket weave. Looks fly right? This chick literally has money on her mind. When keeping it real goes wrong!

Would you rock this look?

Anderson Cooper Pranked by Isha Sesay

Check out this super funny clip of Anderson being pranked on the set of AC 360!

CNN's Isha Sesay who I profiled on my Africa's hottest ladies list was reading an item about Justin Bieber Monday show when, all of a sudden, a picture appeared on the screen showing a young Cooper with a strange, furry purple hat and holding a microphone.

LOLz!