Meet the Africa's NEXT Top Model finalists & judges!

Ooooooh this gon' be good!!!

We are literally just a few days away from the premiere of Africa's Next Top Model & I can't hardly wait! I'm not sure if the series will be shown online but if you are in Africa you can catch it on Africa Magic when it debuts on Nov 10. 

Brought to us by supermodel Oluchi, the show promises to deliver on the dramz! 

The judges were revealed today and they are Josie Borain, Oluchi, & Remia Adetiba! We all know about Oluchi so what qualifies Josie & Remia as sound judges? Well, Josie was born in Cape Town, South Africa & is officially recognized as the first South African Supermodel. And Remia is brother of media personality & director Kemi Adetiba in addition to being a photographer & creative director!

The show follows these supermodel hopefuls – Aamito (Uganda),Cheandre (South Africa), Joyce (Nigeria), Marwa (Tunisia),Michaela (Angola), Michelle (South Africa), Omowunmi(Nigeria), Opeyemi (Nigeria), Rhulani (South Africa), Roselyn(Ghana), Safira (Mozambique) and Steffi (Kenya) – as they strive to prove they have what it takes to make it on the cutthroat world of modeling.

The winner gets a 1-year modelling contract New York based modelling agency – DNA

Check out the trailer below:
Will you be checking out the show when it airs?

RHOA's star Cynthia STUNS on the cover of Rolling Out! Peep her full GORG spread!

Cynthia Bailey is just beyond beautiful right? She is one of my FAVE housewives, I like how she seems to maintain her cool and never seems to get cray cray like the others! Such class!

The foxy forty something is on the cover of this week's Rolling Out Mag and she looks absolutely resplendent! WERQ Miss Bailey!

Check out some highlights from the interview: 

You and Peter have a really strong chemistry and friendship, why do you think you guys are so compatible?

You know, we want a lot of the same things. You have to be compatible as a couple and you want to have the same things. That’s half of it right there. If you end up marrying someone who doesn’t want the same things, it’s hard to be married to someone. You have to have something in common you are both working towards— and we do. We like a lot of the same places, travel, and go to the movies. We have our own businesses. We like making money. We like family. We do have a lot of things in common and I do think that’s important in a relationship.

How do you manage to maintain your composure and cool with all the drama from the two Bravo reality TV shows you’ve been a part of?

My nature is that I am not a confrontational person. I am not really used to dealing with drama, but now that this is my third season on the show, it’s definitely not my first day in the playground anymore. So I get in the mix when I think it’s necessary and I sit back when I think it’s necessary. You gotta pick and choose your battles and some of them are just not worth fighting.

Of all your travels around the world, what is your favorite place to visit? Why?

Traveling is my passion. I love South Africa. I love Australia. You know, I get to see a lot of places through my modeling career. I love Paris, of course. I love the Caribbean, I love Angola. I could never just name just one. I got to travel early on in high school because of my modeling career. Traveling is the only thing I love doing in my spare time when I am not working or on the show or working with my school.

Describe the impact other cultures have had on you.

The first place I ever went to abroad was Paris. Paris had an impact on me when I lived there. I got the opportunity to be in another country and to try different foods, another language, and also to see how blessed I am to be an American. When I was living in Paris and I would say I am from New York or America they would say “Oh my god, that’s my dream one day to go to America.” I didn’t know it was such a big deal until I started traveling. [Americans] take so much for granted. Even at our worst, America is an amazing place to live. As much as I like traveling, there is nothing like flying back to JFK.

Awesome! Read the rest of her interview at www.rollingout.com

Miley Cyrus dresses as Lil Kim for Halloween! Did she nail the look?

You know what?! I sorta like this!!!

20 year old Miley Cyrus decided to dress up as rapper Lil Kim for her Halloween costume in these new photos shared on her Twitter a few minutes ago!

It seems like just yesterday when Kim wore this one piece outfit to 1999 MTV Video Music Awards. Remember when Diana Ross touched Kim's boobs onstage?! I loved their crazy antics! 

“Happy Halllllloweeeen 💜💜💜💜,” Miley tweeted along with the photos.

WHAT DO YOU THINK of Miley Cyrus’ costume for Halloween? Did she nail it? 

Have you seen Pamela Anderson's new pixie cut? The 46 year old looks HALF her age!

Never underestimate the power of a new hairdo! 

Former Baywatch babe Pamela Anderson has been rocking the same hairstyle for over 20 years and just this week she decided to switch it up! 

And thank goodness the former Playmate did! The 46 year old looks incredible!

This long mess/weave/wig was not working. It was time to switch it up! Right?

What do you think of her new haircut?

Kerry Washington is pregnant!

Gladiators rejoice!!!! According to numerous outlets 'Scandal' star Kerry Washington is expecting her first child with Nigerian- American hubby Nnamdi Asomugha! The pair tied the knot just this June and have tried to keep the pregnancy a secret. Tried being the key word! We could all tell she had a bun in the oven! Congrats to them! 

"She's about four months along," a pal tells Us of Washington

Wonder how this will work in the 'Scandal' story line? Olivia Pope pregnant with the President's child? Hmmmm

What words come to mind when I say 'Africa'? Tatyana Ali, Amber Riley & Michelle Williams weigh in!

What words come to your mind when I say Africa?

Celebs at the Black Girls Rock Red Carpet had quite the interesting responses! 

Check out what Tatyana Ali, Amber Riley, Michelle Williams and more had to say when I asked that words come to mind when I said Africa. 

Chris Brown checks into rehab

It's about time. This boy needs help!

Chris Brown's rep provided a statement to E Online!

"Chris Brown has elected to enter a rehab facility. His goal is to focus and gain insight into his past and recent behavior, enabling him to continue the pursuit of his life and his career from a healthier vantage point"

Sources tell TMZ, Chris Brown's attorney, Mark Geragos, just dropped him off at a facility in the vicinity of Los Angeles. 

This is just what Breezy needs! The news comes just a day after Chris was released from jail in charges relating to assault!

Damn Gina! 

Thoughts?

CD Review: BET Sunday Best winner - Joshua Rodger 'Unconditional'

Joshua Rodger's sophomore album is an offering of praise, traditional worship with a touch of R&B and some catchy choruses. 

Albeit the Sunday Best alumni's second project, this feels like the real introduction of Joshua Rodgers - the artist. 

The opening interlude sets the tone and signals that Joshua is about to take us to 'church'. Sure enough he doesn't disappoint, the next song "The Blood" is sure to take you to there. It's the type of song I imagine difficult to record in the constrained environment of a recording studio. 

The genius of this album is that Joshua doesn't stray away from that"make you wanna park your car and worship" music - which he does so well. 

"The Blood", "Your Grace" & "Draw Me Nearer" - these are so passionately delivered, seemingly from a real honest place of worship and they are sure hand raisers. 

The production on the R&B infused songs complement Joshua's vocals. The production doesn't overpower his vocals & an opportunity for Joshua to exhibit his vocal restraint, which is not always easy for belter, but he manages to do this.

The album title track "Unconditional" is a mellow, soulful, laid back tune. I imagine playing this on a laid back Sunday afternoon - it's a grower. 

Highlights in this album are "You Alone" & "Never Alone". 

This is an album that Joshua should be proud of, it definitely stands toe to toe with some of the great gospel projects we have heard this year. I recommend adding this to your playlist. Joshua Rodger's sophomore album is an offering of praise, traditional worship with a touch of R&B and some catchy choruses. 

Joshua's album 'Unconditional' hit stores today on 10/29

Album Review by Natasha Fuyane from www.snowdroponline.com 

Serge Ibaka and Main Boo Keri Hilson Dress Up as Prince Akeem & Lisa From “Coming to America"

NBA Baller Serge Ibaka & his boo Keri Hilson got cutesy during Halloween and the pair came up with one of the best Halloween Costumes of the year.

Keri kept it kute as Lisa McDowell Prince Akeem’s love interest while Serge channeled Eddie Murphy’s Prince Akeem character from the hilarious & timeless flick Coming to America! 

As you may know Serge is from the Congo so this was really fun &'cute play on his background. They look great! Great Halloween costume!

Thoughts?

Lala Anthony dishes on bestie Kim K's engagement to Kanye West!!

Lala Anthony is such a beauty! I caught up with the designer, reality star and fab Mommy on the Black Girls Rock pink carpet this Saturday. As we all know Kim K and Lala are besties so I just had to get her thoughts on her friend's engagement. Check out what La had to say!
 

Exclusive: Kelly Rowland GUSHES about visiting South Africa, Beyonce &performing at BGR!

Folks I had to hustle to get this interview on the pink carpet at the Black Girls Rock event this Saturday!

Miss Kelly was just about walk past me as you will see in the video.. the minute I yelled out something about her trip to South Africa she immediately said "OMG" and came over to chat! I LOVED her excitement!

Peep the video below to see how it all went down!

Don't miss Kelly's performance on Black Girls Rock!on BET on Nov 4th at 8pm. It was awesome, she killed that stage!

He Put A Ring On It: Ciara is engaged to Future!!

Hmmm this is only going to add fuel to the pregnancy rumors! 

After a year of dating - Ciara & Future are engaged! According to the Associated Press: 

"Future surprised the Grammy-winner with a 15-carat diamond ring over the weekend, their publicist, Chris Chambers, told The Associated Press on Sunday night. 

She was already celebrating her 28th birthday in New York when he proposed.

Future and Ciara have been dating for a year. No wedding date has been set"

Congrats to the love birds! Looks like Cici & her bestie Kim K will be wedding planning partners! Gotta love it!

Thoughts?

Meet the African Beauties in the running for the Miss Universe 2013 title!

The Miss Universe pageant is merely a few days away! The reigning queen - Olivia Culpo will be giving away her title on Saturday Nov 9th in Moscow Hall, Russia. As a pageant girl..an African one at that, I thought it would be fitting to introduce you to the African beauties *ahem* stunners in the running for the Miss Universe 2013 title!

The ladies just took some glam shots in Russia with famed photog Fadil Barisha, peep the pics!

Miss Angola- 22 year old Vaumara Rebelo

Miss Botswana- 24 year old Tsaone Macheng

Miss Ethiopia - Maheder Tigabe

Miss Gabon - 20 year old Jennifer Ondo

Miss Ghana - 19 year old Hanniel Jamin

Miss Namibia - 24 year old Paulina Malulu

Miss Nigeria - 19 year old Stephanie Okwu 

Miss South Africa - 22 year old Marilyn Ramos

Miss Tanzania- 20 year old Betty Omara

Such GORGEOUS ladies!! Now I have to shot out a few other brown beauties in the competition...I am rooting for them too! 

22 year old Titi Yitayish Ayanaw from Israel! You might remember that she made headlines this year as the FIRST black Miss Israel!

And last but not least is 22 year old Mondiana Pierre from Haiti! She's a stunner!!

Thoughts on the contestants?!? Any favorites so far?

Jennifer Hudson reveals new hair cut, are we FEELING it?

A lil bit of Sunday Style...

Singer, actress & fab Mommy Jennifer Hudson debuted a new look at the Black Girls Rock event in Newark, New Jersey!

I saw it onstage and thought it looked great on her! J-HUD performed a high energy track called "I Cant Describe the Way I Feel" and was singing & dancing for the audience! She had us rockin! 

She's really thin folks, but she look ah-ma-zing

So what do we think of new look! Love it or leave it?

Had lunch with...

Oh hey Malik Yoba! He is such a great person, really enjoyed our chat :) Interview coming soon! Stay tuned! 

EXCLUSIVE: Jermaine Paul talks TOURING with ALICIA Keys, winning the Voice and much more!

Jermaine Paul is SOOOOO talented!

It's no wonder America fell in love with his voice and appointed him the Season 2 winner of the Emmy award winning show - The Voice! I had the pleasure of interviewing him backstage at the Apollo a few weeks ago we talked about everything - ranging from touring with his former boss Alicia Keys and of course winning the Voice...plus he gives us the scoop on his new album.

 Peep the interview below
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So I met DJ Khaled last night..

Talk about one heck of a dinner party! S/O to PYNK Magazine for inviting me to their dinner party last night. It was great to be in a room of wonderful & accomplished women..I'm infinitely inspired! And while we were dining DJ Khaled stopped by to say hello :) So awesome!!

Write up & pics coming soon!