RAPPER TRINA TO LAUNCH HER 'PINK DIAMOND COUTURE' CLOTHING COLLECTION THIS SPRING.

Trina's getting her hustle on something proper-like. Aside from her music projects, the rapper has also released two 'Diamond Princess' perfume collections and founded the Diamond Doll Foundation, a non-profit organization created to enlightened, empower and educate young women in the inner city of Miami, Florida and neighboring counties. And now the Miami-based rapper, real name Katrina Taylor, is gearing up to follow in the footsteps of the many, many, many celebrities who have come before her, by launching her very own clothing line, tentatively called the Pink Diamond Couture clothing collection. Peep the press release below.

Trina, hip hops ultra sexy diva has done it again! Trina may be known for being Hip Hop’s ‘Baddest Chick,’ but the Slip-N-Slide recording artist’s got enough style and heart to catapult herself into icon status. When it comes to fashion and style Trina has always been a trend setter. With her unique style and an appreciation of what women want, Trina will debut her Pink Diamond Couture clothing line for Spring 2008. Her high quality jeans are emblazoned with her signature logo on the back pockets. Imagine jeans with details such as leather, python and crystals. To add a personal touch to her line the collection comes with a Tattoo that is uniquely Trina’s. No detail is overlooked in the fabric, as well as design. The fit and styling are a sexy new look in the world of fashion. “I have always imagined a clothing line that was high quality that I could offer to my fans. I love the way the jeans fit and feel. I spent a lot of time creating special details that are fresh and unique. The best part they look really expensive but are priced right.”

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The “Pink Diamond Couture by Trina” clothing line will launch Nationwide this Spring 2008. Her line will consist of Jeans, tops, T’s, Velour Sets and jackets all with Trina’s signature logo and unique design. Trina has certainly evolved as a business woman. To her credit she has her Diamond Princess and Diamond Doll fragrance collections and now she has moved in to the clothing business. For further information on her collections or a store near you log on to www.ShopTrina.com.

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MYA LANDS A GIG! SINGER TO MAKE HER BROADWAY DEBUT IN 'CHICAGO.'

First there was Vanessa Williams, Toni Braxton, Destiny's Child member Michelle Williams, Usher, Fantasia and now comes Mya. This spring the R&B singer will make her Broadway debut in the long-running revival of Chicago, according to producers. The sexy songstress will lend her vocal talents to the role of Velma Kelly, the cohort of Roxie Hart, played currently by stage veteran Bianca Marroquin. "It's something I always wanted to do; sing, dance, act and tell a story," Mya tells the Associated Press. "It's probably the ultimate complete dream for me." Mya is reportedly going through a strenuous workout plan, which includes cardio, muscle strengthening, and stretching to get ready for her new part. "I have gone through all the material with the show's musical director and everything is suited for my key," she said. "We don't have to do any transposing. It's perfect."

Mya, who also had a small role in the 2002 film adaptation of Chicago, says she has seen the stage show more than a half-dozen times in the last couple of years. Her nine week Broadway run at the Ambassador Theatre begins May 12 and ends July 13.

Now if Christina Milian could just snag a real gig instead of popping up on everyone's red carpet event, she'd be good to go.
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MAG SCANS/MAG EXCERPTS: JACKI-O IN URBAN INK MAGAZINE; RAPPER TALKS BODY ART & COMPARISONS TO JACKIE KENNEDY ONASSIS.

Jacki-O's mug covers the newest issue of Urban Ink magazine, the only tattoo mag for people of color. In her cover story, the raunchy Miami rapper discusses her body art, of course, and how they reflect her a different side of her personality. The most prominent tattoos the rapper sports is the three-quarter 'sleeve' that covers of her left arm, the intricate design across her waist and abdomen, he angel on her left shoulder and the cherub that sits above her left breast. Jacki-O, real name Angela Kobu, also explains why she chose to lift the name of one of, if not the only classiest, most respected (and respectful) and most sophisticated first lady in American history, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, a.k.a. Jackie-O, as her stage name. Having chosen the name of the wife of John F. Kennedy and Aristotle Onassis, Jacki-O understood that, on some level--whatever level that maybe--she would be forever linked and compared to the former first lady. Therefore and thus and such, her so-called comparisons to the original Jackie O. will definitely have you thinking, 'This girl ain't a trip, she's a journey! What the hell was she thinking?!'

JACKI-O ON HER BIBLICAL-THEMED TATTOOS & WHY SHE VIEWS HER BODY ART AS AN EXTENSION OF FEMALE EMPOWERMENT: "All of my tattoos are related to biblical beings, so I stay in the same theme. They are either angels, birds or stars. I have an image of Mary Magdalene in my sleeve too. I choose to go with this theme because I love cherubs and Godlike beings. I think women are sexy with tattoos because it's almost as if we shouldn't have them. They're supposed to be a 'macho' thing. But once a woman gets a tattoo it reveals her naughty side, and naughty is sexy. I've never been concerned about what people say about me (having tattoos). This is me. Besides, if they had as much guts as I have, they would have tattoos too. My tattoos are an expression of how I feel. I'm going to complete the coloring and shading on my sleeve and then who knows? I love ink! Tattoos have been around for a very long time and have become a way of life for some. They should be worn on someone that can carry the look. I believe you've got to have confidence and be fearless. Whether you rock your tats with jeans and t-shirts or a Giorgio Armani cocktail dress, you should always wear them with an attitude."

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Jacki-O's wearing: black two-piece bikini and gold bikini by Apple Bottoms; jewelry by AlltheRageOnline.com; black leather glove by LaCrosia. The gold one-piece swimwear, gold clutch and Navy shoes provided by Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons; jewelry by AlltheRageOnline.com; gold glove by LaCrosia. Fusia bra & custom made belt by Lexx Perry; jeans by Joes Shoes.

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JACKI-O ON HER COMPARISONS TO FORMER FIRST LADY, JACKIE KENNEDY ONASSIS: "Mrs. Onassis was a well-dressed socialite that was married to the President, and I'm probably the opposite of that. However, it's what both she and I represent that is why I chose the name. She represented strength and beauty as well as dedication to her family. Those very same things are what I hope to represent as well. We may not share the same ethnicity nor do we have the same backgrounds, both we're both women of power." Yeah, Jacki-boo, and then you woke the hell up. She and that LisaRaye....

JACKI-O ON HER FUTURE PROJECTS: "I am currently working on a movie script. I 'm also recording tracks for my nex project and keeping in shape. I've also been bettering myself as an individual-realizing my capabilities. So there's no limit to what I will do next. I've been approached with many options, but I'm being very patient. I want to make sure the next move is the right move."

Jacki-O has added author to her blossoming resume. The rapper has released her first book, a work of street/urban fiction called Grown & Gangsta which was released through Corey 'C-Murder' Miller's TRU Publishing last week (Feb. 15, 2008). Jacki-O's debut novel also happens to be the first release on Miller's publishing entity. Grown & Sexy tells the story of six friends-- Monique, Tatiana, Inch, Malcolm, Quentin and Iz -- all of whom support each other through trying times on the streets and in their personal lives.

To read an excerpt and a more detailed synopsis of the book, click here: TruPublishing.com.

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