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Eddie Murphy & Rocsi from 106 & Park A Couple?

Eddie Murphy & Rocsi from 106 & Park A Couple?

Posted on 25 May 2012 at 10:03am

According to a reliable source, Eddie Murphy and Rocsi are dating. Rocsi and Eddie were photo’d together leaving a coffee shop holding hands. (PIC BELOW)

“Eddie and Rocsi were all smiles and seemed to be quite the couple.”

As you may remember Eddie Murphy was on 106 & Park back in October promoting the movie “Tower Heist”, shortly thereafter Rocsi stopped posting photos with Raphael Saadiq, her reported boo on her Instagram which led us to believe they broke up.

Was Eddie Murphy the reason? In any case there is no denying that Rocsi and Eddie…

Donna Summer’s Funeral Program Inside

Donna Summer’s Funeral Program Inside

Posted on 24 May 2012 at 7:19am

TMZ has obtained a copy of Donna Summer‘s funeral program — detailing the order of events currently taking place at the private ceremony in Nashville, Tennessee. According to the document, Donna’s family — her sisters especially — are heavily involved in the proceedings, singing “We’ve Come This Far By Faith.” Donna’s brother Ricky Gaines is also speaking. According to the program, several of Donna’s girlfriends will share anecdotal “girlfriend stories.” Famed music producer David Foster — who produced a lot of music with Donna — is participating in a song called “The Prayer.” If you’re wondering who Rick Dohler is — that’s Donna’s…

Artist That Created Obama Poster Commissioned To Do A Painting of Trayvon Martin

Artist That Created Obama Poster Commissioned To Do A Painting of Trayvon Martin

Posted on 24 May 2012 at 6:31am

Shepard Fairey, the man who created the iconic Obama “Hope” poster, couldn’t  put the paintbrush down when it came to the case of Trayvon Martin.

Fairey is known for his amazing artwork and has continuously drawn  inspiration from people who’ve made a significant difference in news and pop  culture.

Commissioned by Ebony Magazine, Fairey created the piece a few  months ago and will be featured in the magazine when it hits newsstands this week.

On the Trayvon painting, Fairey said:

“I have followed Trayvon’s case closely and I think any compassionate human  being can relate to Trayvon as a brother…

That Was Quick!  Networks Want Arsenio for New Talk Show

That Was Quick! Networks Want Arsenio for New Talk Show

Posted on 23 May 2012 at 7:14am
Call it a comeback! Arsenio’s dreams of returning to late-night TV are already coming to fruition.

Well, that didn’t take long! Less than 24 hours after Arsenio Hall was crowned this season’s Celebrity Apprentice, HollywoodLife.com has learned exclusively that both Fox and TBS are interested in bringing the former talk-show host back to late night television.

Our source explains that Fox is considering a weekly format for Arsenio — his show would likely air Saturday nights against Saturday Night Live on NBC — while TBS is floating the idea of pairing Arsenio’s show with Conan O’Brien‘s on…

Ray J Hospitalized

Ray J Hospitalized

Posted on 22 May 2012 at 8:26am

Sunday night did not go as planned for Ray J.

The 31-year-old R&B singer and brother to Brandy attended the 2012 Billboard Music Awards only to end up going to the hospital the following morning, his rep confirms to Celebuzz. While TMZ is reporting that a confrontation with the late Whitney Houston‘s family member Pat Houston led to Ray J’s hospitalization, his rep tells us,

“He’s been working too hard. He did a concert in China and is working on a new business over there.”

The rep of the For the Love of Ray J reality star’s brother adds,

“All…

Video: Usher Breaks Down In Court After Accusations of Bad Parenting By Ex-Wife

Video: Usher Breaks Down In Court After Accusations of Bad Parenting By Ex-Wife

Posted on 22 May 2012 at 7:53am

Usher broke down in tears yesterday in an Atlanta court — after his ex-wife’s attorney insinuated he cares more about partying than he does about his children.

Usher was on the stand for hours today in his ongoing custody trial with his ex Tameka Foster — and during questioning, Tameka’s lawyer whipped out photos of the singer partying in Europe in February.

Usher’s fighting for more custody with his kids — but Tameka’s lawyer was trying to prove he’d rather go wild at a nightclub than be a good dad.

Usher was also grilled about his alleged drug use. The singer…

Will Smith Says He’s The “Natural Choice” To Play Prez in Movie

Will Smith Says He’s The “Natural Choice” To Play Prez in Movie

Posted on 22 May 2012 at 7:46am
  Will Smith says he’s the “natural choice” to play President Obama in a  biopic. While promoting Men in Black 3 in London, the actor said it’s  all about the ears. “People see the ears and Barack and I both have the ears, so  I’m the most natural choice. I told joking, ‘It’s definitely something I  would consider, you just have to write the ending.’ So he’s working on the  ending right now.” How awesome would that biopic be? But who would play Michelle  Obama?  I think Scandal star Kerry Washington would be a good choice,…
Chaka Khan to Perform Tribute To Whitney Houston

Chaka Khan to Perform Tribute To Whitney Houston

Posted on 22 May 2012 at 7:40am

NEW YORK — Grammy award-winning singer Chaka Khan will perform a tribute to the late Whitney Houston at the Apollo Theater’s gala and awards ceremony. The historic Harlem theater confirmed Friday that the “I Feel for You” singer will perform in her friend’s memory.

Lionel Richie and the late Etta James will be inducted into the theater’s hall of fame during the June 4 gala. Soul Train creator Don Cornelius and songwriter Nick Ashford will also be honored posthumously. Richie’s first Apollo appearance was in the early 1970s. The “Hello” singer says he’s thrilled to be chosen for the hall…

Church Official Admits He Lied on Fantasia Over $15,000

Church Official Admits He Lied on Fantasia Over $15,000

Posted on 21 May 2012 at 6:52am

Matthew Herman of The Harvest Family Church in Charlotte, NC publicly apologized via Twitter for making false statements about Fantasia and her manager.  Herman posted this message on Twitter:

“I, Matthew Herman, would like to offer my most sincere and humble apology to Brian Dickens, BD Management and to Fantasia,” Matthew tweeted. “On March 14, 2012, I posted false and harmful statements about Brian Dickens, BD Management and Fantasia to my Matthew writes twitter account.”

He went on to explain why his accusations were incorrect.

“Neither Brian Dickens or BD Management ever confirmed an appearance date for Fantasia to appear,” he stated online….

Queen Latifah Performs at Gay Pride Fest to “Her People”

Queen Latifah Performs at Gay Pride Fest to “Her People”

Posted on 21 May 2012 at 6:18am

Covergirl Queen Latifah was in California over the weekend helping celebrate the 29thAnnual Long Beach Lesbian & Gay Pride Festival.  There has always been talk about the Queen’s sexuality and to this date no official statement from her on the matter.

Among the many hits she performed, she offered the crowd some encouraging words to “let their inner light shine in the world” and “to conquer hate with love.”  During her set she also said, “I’ve been waiting to do this for a long time,” and even acknowledged that she was proud to be among “her people” to the predominantly LGBT crowd.

Whatever her sexual preference, Queen Latifah…