Monday, March 31, 2008
UPDATE: LEVERT FAM RELEASES OFFICIAL STATEMENT IN SEAN'S DEATH
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Sean Levert, brother of the late Gerald Levert and son of O’Jays singer Eddie Levert, died at 11:57p last night after being taken from his jail cell. Last week, we reported that he was jailed due to excessive back payments in child support and was sentenced to 22 months. But yesterday, reports say Sean complained of being sick. And after being transported to Lutheran Hospital from Cuyahoga County Jail, he died.
There are no words that can express what we are feeling today. There is no song that can capture the loss that we have in our hearts. But we are humbly overwhelmed by the generous outpouring of love, condolences and support from the many friends, fans and admirers of our son Sean. At this very difficult time, we thank you for your prayers and hope you will understand our need for privacy.
Very sad situation.
MOS DEF is just the latest actor to sign on to the Beyonce produced flick Cadillac Records. The rapper/actor will play Chuck Berry and joins Adrian Brody, Gabby Union and of course Ms. Knowles.Filming has begun in Jersey.
Barack hit the lanes in Pennsylvania yesterday, where he bowled a 37. He did, however, don a size 13½ bowling shoe...That's it. 
Gabby has sued two guys who posted an ad on Craigslist, pretending to be looking for an assistant on behalf of Union. In the lawsuit, the actress claims the bogus ad caused her "severe emotional distress," adding they acted with a "wonton" disregard for her reputation.Please stop going to Roscoe's House of Fried Chicken and Legal Clinic and go on ahead and get yourself a lawyer that can spell.
NOBODY PISSES ON PEOPLE ANYMORE...THAT'S SO FIVE YEARS AGO.
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Kenyatta Jones, the former Redskin and Patriots player, who has now been relegated to the Arena Football League, was busted after cops say he tried to urinate on the dance floor at some place called The Blue Martini in Tampa, Fla.As security and off-duty cops tried to escort Jones out of the club, he tried to get back inside and shoved an officer up against a door. That's when they tazed him and hauled him off to the only place (besides R. Kelly's Lincoln Park studio) where it's OK to piss on folks.
He was charged with battery on a law enforcement officer, obstruction and trespassing.
It's remix to Ignition...Toot Toot, Beep Beep. Oh Dave Chappelle, where art thou when we need you?
OH STAR...I'M SO SORRY YOUR GAY HUSBAND TURNED OUT TO BE GAY...
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STAR JONES was spotted in FLA yesterday preparing to depart on her annual Disney Cruise. But look closely at this pic of Star overseeing the luggage carrier...Notice that she's light one bag?That's right, sources close to the "Celeb-u-Lawyer" say that Terry McMill...I mean Star will be officially announcing her split from hubby Al Reynolds within the next few weeks.
See, if you only you would've maaried a gay man that liked women. Wait...No that makes sense.
DO NOT FRONT: Ya'll know you still go to Red Lobster. And Ya'll KNOW you max the CHEDDAR BAY BISCUITS every single time.Well, here's a treat for you. The actual recipe. And yes, the taste like little fattening drops of sunshine.
Enjoy!
P.S. DO NOT email me, talking about how big your butt has gotten as a result of repeated biscuit baking.
RED LOBSTER CHEDDAR BAY BISCUITS
2 cups lowfat Bisquick baking mix
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
one garlic clove
smashed dried parsley flakes
salt
Mix baking mix and cheddar cheese. Add milk, stirring just to combine. Do not over stir, this is important. Let sit for ten minutes to finish absorbing liquid. Gently spoon twelve biscuit on parchment lined baking sheet and baking at 450, 7-8 minutes.
While biscuits are baking, melt butter and add garlic clove to flavor butter. (5 minutes, at least) Add dried parsley flakes (1-2 teaspoons) and brush over HOT biscuits. Sprinkle biscuits with salt.
Makes 1 dozen biscuits.
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
one garlic clove
smashed dried parsley flakes
salt
Mix baking mix and cheddar cheese. Add milk, stirring just to combine. Do not over stir, this is important. Let sit for ten minutes to finish absorbing liquid. Gently spoon twelve biscuit on parchment lined baking sheet and baking at 450, 7-8 minutes.
While biscuits are baking, melt butter and add garlic clove to flavor butter. (5 minutes, at least) Add dried parsley flakes (1-2 teaspoons) and brush over HOT biscuits. Sprinkle biscuits with salt.
Makes 1 dozen biscuits.
TOCARRA hosted this years SPRING BLING for BET down in sunny FLA this weekend. Girlie is lookin' pretty Fly! Except I am yet to see a hair style on her that I really love.
The show fetured performances by everybody from Rocko (Umma Do Me) to Webbie to DAY 26. And we'd like to personally thank Will for lifting that shirt. That's what's up.
THE CLOSET: THE TWENTY WORST THINGS TO WEAR TO A JOB INTERVIEW
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According to a new survey by CareerBuilder.com, there may be some simple faux pas you're making, that's preventing you from getting that dream job.They recently surveyed hundreds of their clients to determine what THE TWENTY WORST THINGS YOU CAN WEAR to a job interview.
Some of ya'll need to take notes...I'm not saying any names.
1. Carrying a backpack or fannypack instead of a briefcase or portfolio: Some image consultants suggest women ditch their purse, too!
2. Sunglasses on top of your head or headphones around your neck: Be sure to remove all your "transit gear" and tuck it in your briefcase before entering the lobby.
3. Too-short skirts: Forget what some of those gals on 'The Apprentice' are wearing. Your skirt should cover your thighs when you are seated.
4. The wrong tie: Ties should be made of silk, no less than three and a quarter inches wide with a conservative pattern. Image consultants say the best colors are red or burgundy.
5. Overly bright or large-patterned clothing: With the possible exception of creative fields like advertising or computer programming, it's best to stick with navy, black or gray.
6. Heavy makeup on women (or any makeup on a man)
7. Earrings on men: In fact, men should avoid wearing any jewelry unless it is a wedding ring, class ring or metal watch.
8. More than one set of earrings on women
9. Facial piercings, tongue jewelry or visible tattoos
10. Ill-fitting clothes. Few people can wear things straight off the rack. Spending a little extra to have your garments tailored is a worthwhile investment.
11. Long fingernails, especially with bright or specialty polishes. Nails should look clean and be trimmed to a length that doesn't leave an observer wondering how you keep from stabbing yourself.
12. Unnatural hair colors or styles. Remember, Donald Trump was a billionaire well before he began wearing a comb-over. If you're balding, try a close-cropped cut like Bruce Willis or Matt Lauer.
13. Short-sleeved shirts, even worse when worn with a tie
14. Fishnets, patterned hosiery or bare legs (no matter how tan you are). Women should stick with neutral color hosiery that complements their suit.
15. Men whose socks don't match their shoes, or whose socks are too short and leave a gap of flesh when they are seated
16. Rumpled or stained clothing: If interviewing late in the day, try to change to a fresh suit beforehand.
17. Scuffed or inappropriate footwear, including sneakers, stilettos, open-toed shoes and sandals
18. Strong aftershaves, perfumes or colognes: Many people are allergic to certain scents. For a subtle fragrance, use a good quality bath soap.
19. Belts and shoes that don't match: Shoes and belts should be made of leather or leather-like materials and the best colors for men are black or cordovan.
20. Telltale signs that your wearing a new suit. Remove all tags and extra buttons -- and remember to cut off the zigzag thread that keeps pockets and slits closed!
Remember you always want to impress your potential employer, not distract them. Get the job first, then run up in there with three=inch nails, platinum weave, your tounge ring showing and you six inch "Ray Ray's 4-Ever" tattoo showing...I'm just playing. Kinda.
SHAQUILLE O'NEAL celebrated his 36th birthday this weekend in Miami. His date for the evening was singer Jerzee Monet (remember that really sweet joint 'Most High'? Yeah, her).
Big Up to Concreteloop for the pics!
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Alphonso Jackson resigned Monday, amid multiple ethics investigations and criticism from top lawmakers.
Jackson said he will step down on April 18. He did not mention the allegations in his brief statement Monday, saying only that he wanted to attend to personal and family matters.
Speaking to reporters at HUD headquarters in Washington, Jackson said he had devoted his career to improving housing opportunities.
"As the son of a lead smelter and nurse midwife, and the last of 12 children, never did I imagine I would serve America in such a way," Jackson said about his Cabinet post. "I am truly grateful for the opportunity."
"We have helped families keep their homes, we have transformed public housing, we have reduced chronic homelessness, and we have preserved affordable housing and increased minority homeownership," he said.
A Jackson adviser told CNN earlier that the secretary has been privately talking about resigning since late last year because he's grown weary over multiple ethics investigations that have sparked allegations that he cannot focus full time on the nation's housing crisis.
Earlier this month, Sen. Chris Dodd, D-Connecticut, and Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, demanded Jackson's resignation, saying the ethics allegations have distracted from the secretary's ability to handle the nation's housing crisis. The secretary has recently been accused in a lawsuit of retaliating against housing officials in Philadelphia for blocking a land deal with one of Jackson's friends.
The FBI has been investigating allegations that Jackson steered a federal contract to a golfing buddy based in South Carolina. Jackson has denied wrongdoing and White House officials have said for months that the president still has confidence in Jackson. No charges have been filed against him.
Jackson has been a key player in the Bush administration's efforts to handle the national housing and mortgage crisis.
Amid the stunning news that last week, T.I. was only sentenced to 12 months in Federal prison, to be served only AFTER a year of "Cross-Country community service," many are speculating that theres more here than meets the eye.Our friends over at SOHH.COM has publically said what everyone has been thinking since last weeks plea agreement. "Did T.I. snitch to get a light sentence?"
Stillz thinks so, "Let's be real, T.I. could barely afford bail money. He needed money from his record label to post bail. I think it was a milly and he didn't have it."
Hmmm...
Hmmm...
To weigh in on this matter CLICK HERE.
Destiny's Child alum, MICHELLE WILLIAMS is back with a new solo album, her first effort, due out this summer. And the second single (the follow-up to my new fave Stop This Car) is here.
WE BREAK THE DAWN is a very pop-inspired anthem with a new edge from this part-time Gospel artist. And I gotta be honest, I LOVE LOVE LOVE the direction girlfriend is going.
The weekend box office belonged to the house! Blackjack flick 21, which was inspired by a true story of a group of MIT students that conspired to win millions, took a gamble and won this weekend, opening with a respectable debut of $23.7 million.
The big surprise this weekend however, was the total BOMBING of the much-hyped, MTV backed, Iraq war movie STOP-LOSS. Although it opened wide, only managed to take in $4.5 million, landing it at an embarassing 8th. The failure of this movie proves three things, 1. we don't need to see an Iraq war movie while seeing nightly footage of THE IRAQ WAR, 2. Ryan Phillippe can not open a movie and 3. perhaps a color-less cast ina movie about a war where there are more minorities fighting than non-minorities, wasn't the brightest idea.
Good luck with the DVD, which at this rate will be released on Friday.
Here's the rest of the Round Up:
1.”21,” $23.7 million
2.”Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears A Who,” $17.4 million
3.”Superhero Movie,” $9.5 million
4.”Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns,” $7.7 million
5.”Drillbit Taylor,” $5.8 million
6.”Shutter,” $5.3 million
7.”10,000 B.C.,” $4.87 million
8.”Stop-Loss,” $4.5 million
9.”College Road Trip,” $4.5 million
10.”The Bank Job,” $2.8 million
2.”Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears A Who,” $17.4 million
3.”Superhero Movie,” $9.5 million
4.”Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns,” $7.7 million
5.”Drillbit Taylor,” $5.8 million
6.”Shutter,” $5.3 million
7.”10,000 B.C.,” $4.87 million
8.”Stop-Loss,” $4.5 million
9.”College Road Trip,” $4.5 million
10.”The Bank Job,” $2.8 million
Proving he's worth every penny of the reported $20 million it took to get FLOYD MAYWEATHER to "wrestle" The Big Show, Wrestlemania XXIV set the record for the "most-watched WWE live event in company history."It is reported that $5.85 million was made just in ticket sales alone. And early Nielson estimates show a reported 9.1 million viewers pre-ordered the pay-per-view event at $60 a pop.
Sounds like a good investment to me.
R&B singer John Legend opened WrestleMania XXIV by singing the National Anthem. Our fav Kim Kardashian introduced the Money in the Bank ladder match, while rapping wrestler John Cena and Triple H were defeated by Randy Orton during the Triple Threat Match.
Snoop Dogg presided over the Playboy Bunny Mania Lumber Jack Match. The rapper entered the ring in a tricked-out convertible Mercedes-Benz golf cart.
Oh and the "match" between Mayweather & the Big Show? To everyone's "surprise" Mayweather on with a stunning knockout.
Remember when NELLY promised "BIG THINGS" for his forthcoming album (the first in 4 years) Brass Knuckles?Wel turns out the "big thing" was none other than The Original boss, Bruce Springsteen. Apparently Mr. Hot-In-Herre worked tirelessly to collab with Bruce but, "It didn't happen. He was interested, I'm interested but The Boss is all over the world," he said from the orange carpet of this weekends Kids Choice Awards.
"But who knows, maybe we can work something out." Here's hoping. Meanwhile the Sprinsteen-less album i due out in June. Hop over to our NEW MUSIC section to listen to Nelly's first single Party People Ft. Fergie.
Grammy-nominated rapper Remy Ma hopes her fan base will count in the courtroom when she is to be sentenced for shooting a woman outside a nightclub.A statement posted prominently on Remy Ma's MySpace page asks visitors to write letters about how the rapper and her music have "positively affected you, influenced you, inspired you, etc. ... in hopes that the judge will be lenient."
Remy Ma is being held without bail until her sentencing, set for April 23. She faces up to 25 years in prison. The 26-year-old performer was convicted Thursday of assault, weapon possession and attempted coercion.
Sean Levert, son of O’Jays lead singer Eddie Levert, was found dead in a Cleveland, Ohio, jail over the weekend, sources said.
Sean Levert, 39, was being held for allegedly failing to pay about $80,000 in child support. The cause of death was not immediately known.
Sean Levert was a member of the R&B group LeVert with his late brother Gerald Levert and Marc Gordon. Gerald Levert died Nov. 10, 2006 at the age of 40.
Sean Levert appeared in the movies Dope Case Pending (2000) and New Jack City (1991).
Sean Levert, 39, was being held for allegedly failing to pay about $80,000 in child support. The cause of death was not immediately known.
Sean Levert was a member of the R&B group LeVert with his late brother Gerald Levert and Marc Gordon. Gerald Levert died Nov. 10, 2006 at the age of 40.
Sean Levert appeared in the movies Dope Case Pending (2000) and New Jack City (1991).
FSL extends our prayers to his family.
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