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Divorce finalized for Nas and Kelis / Damian Marley and Nas perform

allison — Wed, 26 May 2010 06:53:03 +0000

It’s official. After five years of marriage, Nas and Kelis are now divorced. According to TMZ, the marriage ended last Friday in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Currently, Nas was ordered to pay $10,000 monthly in child and spousal support. The two are expected back in court for child and spousal support claims.

Check out Nas and Damian Marley performing their new single “As We Enter” Tuesday night on Jimmy Kimmel Live after the jump. The two are touring to promote their joint album, “Distant Relatives.”

‘The Game’ star joins cast of ‘Burn Notice’

allison — Sun, 23 May 2010 07:19:50 +0000

The USA spy series, “Burn Notice” will get a little color during its fourth season, which begins June 3rd. Coby Bell, star of the series,”The Game,” will join the cast as burned CIA spy Jesse Garcia.

“[Jesse] has a sort of similar quest to [the main character] Michael as he’s trying to find out who burned him,” creator Matt Nix told TV Guide Magazine. ”Michael faces the issue of having this new best friend who he’s also lying to, it really shakes him up and changes a lot of the relationships on the show.”

Vanessa Williams to join ‘Desperate Housewives’

allison — Thu, 20 May 2010 06:40:18 +0000

Vanessa Williams is back on TV. After the end of the series “Ugly Betty” last month, the actress has signed on to join “Desperate Housewives” this fall.

The 47-year-old mother of four is currently starring in the Broadway play “Sondheim on Sondheim” through June.

“I’m a big fan of Vanessa’s work and I’m so excited that she’ll be moving into the neighborhood next season to cause trouble in all the ladies’ lives,” said “Desperate Housewives” creator Marc Cherry.

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Iman replaces Kelly Rowland as ‘Fashion Show’ host

allison — Sat, 15 May 2010 06:14:09 +0000

As “The Fashion Show” gears up for its second season, Bravo has made some personnel changes. Model Iman will replace Kelly Rowland as co-host alongside fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi.

“I am so excited to be joining the Bravo team and to be working again with Isaac Mizrahi, my close friend of many, many years,” Iman said. ”I am also looking forward to all of the behind-the-scenes excitement and drama that is generated through the creative process of these undiscovered fashion designers. This will certainly be a show any follower of fashion will want to see.”

Lauren London talks about being Lil Wayne’s baby mama

allison — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 05:52:39 +0000

Actress Lauren London talks with Access Hollywood’s Quddus about her six-month-old son, getting back into Hollywood and Lil Wayne’s fathering skills.

Video: Maxwell performs ‘Fistful of Tears’ on Dancing with the Stars

allison — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 05:24:47 +0000

R&B crooner Maxwell performed his single, “Fistful of Tears” Tuesday night on Dancing with the Stars.

Video: Taiwanese man sings ‘I Will Always Love You’

allison — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 07:18:36 +0000

Lin Yu Chin amazed viewers on the Taiwanese reality show, “Super Star Avenue,” with his rendition of Whitney Houston’s version of “I Will Always Love You.” He is now a Youtube hit with more than one million views.

Erykah Badu charged over ‘Window Seat’ video

allison — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:37:10 +0000

Erykah Badu was charged with disorderly conduct for filming her “Window Seat” video, where she removes her clothing while walking in downtown Dallas. She eventually is nude in front of Dealey Plaza where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The charge is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500. Check an earlier Suite 411 post of the video here.

Badu appeared on The Wanda Sykes Show this weekend and discussed the video. Check out Sykes hilarious parody named “Middle Seat” around the 3:36 mark.

Brandy and Ray J learn the ‘Family Business’

allison — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 05:12:58 +0000

Check out a sneak peek of “Brandy and Ray J: A Family Business,” which premieres April 11 at 8 p.m. CST on VH1.

‘Boondocks’ blogs sneak peek

allison — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 05:41:59 +0000

Fans who can’t wait until May 2 for the return of “The Boondocks” can catch a sneak peek at the unofficial official blog. Besides scenes from the new season, boondocksbootleg.com features a Youtube channel and political commentary from creator Aaron McGruder. The new season begins 10:30 p.m. CST on the Cartoon Network.