Friday, May 29, 2009

DENZEL AND HIS LOVELY WIFE ATTEND LAKER GAME

It's that time that Mr. Washington will start making the rounds to promote his new action drama, "The Taking of Pelham 123." Denzel will be starring in this 1974 remake along with John Travolta and directed by Tony Scott.
Hollywood TV caught the thespian on his way into the Staples Center along with his lovely wife Pauletta to see the Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets West Coast Conference Finals.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

PROPOSED SAG DEAL SPLITS HOLLYWOOD!

High-profile actors are picking sides in the increasingly bitter struggle to ratify the Screen Actors Guild's proposed new contract. "I'm still amazed and shocked at the level of vitriol among the opponents of this deal," said Melissa Gilbert, who served as president from 2001-05. "There's no room for dissent." While former SAG president Ed Asner compared the possible deal to the Holocaust during a closed-door meeting, Martin Sheen joined John Heard, Nichelle Nichols, board member Elliott Gould, and secretary-treasurer Connie Stevens in a "vote no" video posted online. Opponents of the proposal have criticized its new-media rates and the fact that it gives SAG no jurisdiction over original new-media works that cost less than $15,000 per minute, $300,000 per production, and $500,000 per series. SAG's 110,000 members received ballots on the deal last week, and must return them by June 9. The group's national board approved the proposed contract at 53 percent in April, ten months after the last deal expired. If it's voted down, SAG must ask members for a strike authorization vote, which would require 75 percent approval. SAG estimates actors have lost $85 million in pay increases already by holding out for a better deal. While they are negotiating...I say get rid of Reality TV!






Jason George cut his hair...he looks good!


It's a shame that SAG and the studios cannot come to an agreement with this contract. Alot of people lost jobs in the last 2 years and a lot more jobs are in jeopardy - in the coming months. This not only affects actors, but it affects crew members, transportation companies, catering companies, and a lot of vendors. This especially affects those in the business who don't have those multi-million dollar salaries or contracts that they can live on. Each day that productions are put on hold - dreams, homes and lives are lost.

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QUWEEN: THE PAPARAZZI PROTECTOR



If you live in LA you may have seen Quween (the homeless lady) on the streets of Beverly Hills protecting the celebs from all of the photogs and paparazzi harassment. She's a fixture on Bedford Drive that has been featured on TMZ and Hollywood TV. Well Quween is on the come up. (Although, she has made a few dollars from the celebs that come through Bev Hills that donate a dollar or few), Quween has gone global. She's made a video with Idol winner - Katherine McPhee. I hope they paid her more than minimum wage for this and knowing Quween, I'm sure she got her check. What will Funny or Die come up with next!
Quween here's to your 15 minutes! Why not? Check other videos shot of Quween on the Scene.






ELECTRIC RED PRIVATE DINNER


R&B Group Electrik Red hosted a private dinner in NY.
A few celebs came out to dine with the ladies. They are the musical protégées of producer and songwriter, The Dream - Christina Milian's boo!
The dinner was attended by LA Reid, Mary J. Blige and husband Kendu Isaacs, Queen Latifah and of course Dream and Christina.

The blonde hair does look cute on Christina...no worries...I'm sure your man thinks you are a "10"!

Is he flirting with Queen?

That smile is a look of someone in love - fo sho!

DID THE INTERNET AND BLOGGERS KILL JOURNALISM?


What is the difference between a Blogger and a Journalist?
With so many bloggers on the internet, the real journalist are getting lost in this subcultural phenom of blogging. Majority of the news and entertainment media websites have all become a part of the blogasphere!
The Loop 21's roundtable "Journalism in Color" was held in NY. The event was moderated by Erik Parker (SOHH), to discuss media and race as well as other topics pertinent to journalism.
Featured commentary by Steve Raze (All Hip-Hop), and Andreas Hale (BET), Elliot Wilson (Rap Radar), Chuck Creekmur (All Hip Hop), Kevin Clark (Giant), Sheryl Huggins (AOL Black Voices), Nile Ivey (BET), Charlamagne (radio personality), Blackspot (Global Grind), Jayson Rodriguez (MTV), Chloe Hilliard (Freelance Cultural Journalist).

ANOTHER REALITY SHOW FOR JESSICA SIMPSON?


According to a report in Us magazine, the singer — who endured serious criticism for donning some unflattering mom jeans earlier this year — may be soon starring in a reality series about the beauty issues women face in society. “The Price of Beauty,” as the show may be potentially called, would center around Simpson and a friend on a trip around the world to explore different beauty standards.
I can see Jessica doing this reality show. I remember seeing some footage of her talking about weight issues when she first started out in Entertainment. Record Execs at the time thought she was too heavy (at a size 2). They wanted her to lose weight and look like all the other blonde hair size 0's. I like the weight on Jessica. I think she looks great the way she is. As Kim K would say, "Embrace your curves girl."

CHRIS BROWN SPEAKS! "I AIN'T A MONSTER"

Chris Brown wants his fans to know that he has a new album coming out "Grafitti" and "he ain't a monster" echoed by Bow-Wow's 2cents - "believe that".
There is no sense in hiding in the house. You have to eventually get out and go to work. So good for him! I would like to see him do something productive in the community. Maybe after his court date he may visit some homeless shelters, feed the needy, sit in on some abuse counseling sessions - something. Haters will always be haters, however Chris - those of us who believe some mistakes can be fixed or mended would like to see your social awareness and philanthropic side emerge. Check out more vids from Mr. Brown and Bow Wow bowling!

Clearly they are still kids with money!
Chris Clears up the black eye and all the LYING BLOGS out there!