RANDOM PICS OF MADNESS: WENDY WILLIAMS

I've found some random pics of (madness) notorious shock-jock-turned-author Wendy Williams at various events. I never noticed (until looking at these pictures) that everything's big when it comes to her: big, lion-styled hair/weave, big teeth, big ta-tas and big-ass feet. But I have to say that there are a couple of pics of Wendy looking rather decent, but that's where my props for her stop. I'm still trying to figure out what's up with those circular patches/splotches on her legs and feet why she didn't take the necessary steps to cover those bad boys up! Ugh! Now, Wendy should know better because that is not the business nor is it a good look! And that's real talk too! You all can peep the pics below...and feel free to discuss them among yourselves. LOL!

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DIDDY TO GET HIS STAR ON HOLLYWOOD'S WALK OF FAME...SINCE HIS CHECK CLEARED.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs recently announced that he will be honored with a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame next year. Diddy revealed the news during a call in on Jamie Foxx’s Sirius radio show, The Foxxhole, on Friday (December 21). According to the Bad Boy mogul, his ceremony will take place on January 11th. “I'm from Harlem New York, so to get a star in Hollywood is just mind-blowing,” Diddy said. “You can get a lot of things but when you see those stars on the ground...that's something I can't even say I dreamed of and to be getting recognized for it is definitely something I'm gonna have my whole family out there for,” Diddy will be joining good company. Recently, Will Smith was added to Walk Of Fame and rapper turned actress Queen Latifah earned her star in 2006.

Uh, how is this a surprise when he had to pay for his star? To those of you who aren't aware: any celebrity who is 'honored' by 'receiving' a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame must first submit a request to do so. Not only that, but they also have to pay $25,000 (which is milk money to the majority of them) of their own money in order to 'receive' a star. There's no member in the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce who stands up at a board meeting and says, 'Here, here, uh, well I propose we give such and such star this time next year. He/she has done a lot of great things...yada, yada, yada..' No. It's up to the celebrities and/or the folks who work for them to say, 'Well, I consider myself good enough to have my own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. I have 25 grand to pay for it. Why not?' Then, if the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce agrees...

Don't believe me? AFTER THE JUMP, take a look at an excerpt from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in regards to receiving a star.

Surprised and honored my ass.

CRITERIA FOR STAR ON THE WALK OF FAME.

1. Professional achievement
2. Longevity of five years in the field of entertainment
3. Contributions to the community
4. The recipient must agree to attend the dedication ceremony.
5. In case of a fan nomination, a letter of agreement must be sent by celebrity management.
6. There is a five-year waiting period after death for nominations of deceased individuals. The Committee does not necessarily select posthumous honorees each year.

--The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce makes every effort to schedule a dedication ceremony on the date requested by the honoree. A 60-day lead period is needed for required permits, the manufacturing of the star, and advance publicity.

--Please be advised that if your nominee is selected and the induction does not take place within five years of the selection date, the nominee must be re-submitted during another voting period.

--The sponsorship fee is $25,000

SOURCE: Hollywood Chamber of Commerce

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JUDGE HATCHETT LEAVES HER SHOW FOR RETIREMENT; NEW 'BEST OF JUDGE HATCHETT'' SEASON IN THE WORKS.

I swear I'm gonna miss Judge Glenda 'I been doing this for a long time, don't be trying to play a game on me!' Hatchett. And I have no problem telling you all that I've memorized her entire cold opening monologue. She and Judge Greg Mathis are my top 2 favorite judges on any syndicated courtroom reality show. Those other female television judges have nothing on Judge 'Don't get me testifying in here today!' Hatchett. I had absolutely no idea (until now) that she was calling it quits after an eight-year run. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the popular court show will return for an additional season under the title Best of Judge Hatchett, which will feature repeat broadcasts grouped by themes – such as "celebrity interventions" or "creative sentencing."

A rep for Sony Pictures Television said the show produced its last original episode in September. An industry consultant says fans would probably fail to notice any changes. "I don't think any viewer will initially know the difference between a program that was produced two weeks ago and one that was produced two years ago," Bill Carroll, vp and director of programming at consulting firm Katz Television Group, told the trade paper.

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YOUTUBE CLIP: BABYFACE SINGER TREY SONGZ PULLS AN AKON; SINGER ATTACKS FAN FOR THROWING ICE AT HIM.

And to think, I didn't know he had it in him to be so gangster-like and whatnot! LOL! There's a video clip posted on youtube showing R&B singer Trey Songz attacking a white male fan who threw ice at him while he was on stage performing at a recent concert. In several videos posted at YouTube, the singer is shown telling his soundman to cut the music as he asks the perpetrators to "own the fuck up." He also asks audience members to point out the guilty party. After spotting the alleged culprit, Songz and his bodyguard jump into the crowd and attack a member of the audience. One witness told Allhiphop.com: "They beat the dude down. Took his jewels, chains, and grills. The dude's mouth got bloodied up." And if that wasn't bad enough, Trey and his crew also took the dude's pants...leaving him no choice but to leave the venue wearing only his bloody boxers. Later on, Trey returned to the stage to finish his set after he doled out apologies to the ladies in the audience for the impromptu interruption in his show.

These artists gon learn soon enough that you can not go around attacking white people all willy-nilly and whatnot. Especially on tape. That is not the business. Mess around and force them to invent a law tailor made just to place your ass in jail for a spell or two.

PEEP THE VIDEO BELOW.

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USHER WORKING NEW SONG FEAT. MICHAEL JACKSON & T-PAIN; REVEALS NEW ALBUM'S 1st SINGLE & DESCRIBES HIS ROLE AS SUPERDAD & HUBBY..

Usher tells the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that a single in the works for his new album will feature superstar Michael Jackson and urban music's current "it" guy, T-Pain. “It’s been created, but it’s not recorded," Usher explained to the newspaper. "And as long as Michael is open to it, hey, anything goes.” The track would be featured on Usher's upcoming album, which he says will be out early next year. “I’ve been diligently working on creating a masterpiece," he said of the project. "It’s going to be out first or maybe the second quarter. I see the second quarter of next year. And there will be a video and single out at the top of the year. … I think [Atlanta producer] Polow Da Don is going to have the first one. I think that’s going to be the single Love In The Club.”

Meanwhile, the home front has changed drastically for the Broadway performer, who is spending his first holiday season as both a husband and father. “I’m really like super dad. Really. I really cook for the family," he said. **Of course you do, Usher, we all know you're the one who wears the skirt in your marriage** "Now I basically do chicken and broccoli and steamed vegetables, because I’m on this diet. But believe me, I can fry some chicken too … I really clean up. I walk the dog, myself. I burp the baby. I change the diapers. I trim the tree. I’m about to get the things for the tree after this because it’s bare. … I’m super dad. And it’s only begun.” **would you like us to give you a gold star? Or maybe pin a rose on your nose? Geesh.**

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The artist says he and wife Tameka are still figuring out how to go about releasing the first baby picture of little Usher V. In the meantime, Usher IV says he'll continue to snap his own photos of the baby. “I’ve become an instant photographer, developing them and everything,” he says. **yeah, yeah, niggah! Whateva!**

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'THE THINGS CELEBRITIES SAY': BEYONCE ON WHY SHE WISHED HER FATHER WASN'T DESTINY'S CHILD'S MANAGER.

"I wish my father wasn't the manager, so people would just stop attacking me. Whenever something goes wrong with the group, it's my fault. Somebody left the group, it's Beyonce's fault."

--Beyonce Knowles on the public scrutiny she encounters as the lead singer of Destiny's Child from VIBE magazine's Divas Live February 2001 cover story.

Excuse me while I travel back to 2001 to say what I couldn't say back then: Girl, stop bitching and whining. It is your fault! It was you who wanted to gain as much superstardom as you could get. It was you whose intentions were to use your lead role in Destiny's Child as a stepping stone to later pursue a solo career. You thought you were nickel-slick, but I got your penny change. You weren't complaining when it was only your voice that could be heard on the first 2 DC albums. I'm surprised you didn't insist on naming the group Beyonce featuring Destiny's Child.

You knew the pros and cons of being celebrity, so don't complain about it now. Hell, I didn't even know Kelly and Michelle could sing until that Survivor album came out. You weren't complaining when you were always front and center in every video, photoshoot, television appearance and album cover, were you? I bet it took every piece of willpower you had in you to give up the middle spot once Destiny's Child became known as DC3. And last but definitely not least: you know good and well that you had everything to do with those girls being kicked out of the group. And everybody knows the only way DC will reunite will be only if YOU say so. Hell, you can do a DC reunion album and tour without your two background singers (a.k.a. Kelly and Michelle) especially when you consider the fact that you sang lead on 99.9% of every song DC has ever recorded.

Next time be careful for what you ask for. Until then, shut the fuck up and sit your ass down. Oh and FYI: just so you know--if anything ever happens to DC, good or bad, rest assured it will all your fault. And that's really all I have to say about that.

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SNOOPS 9 YEAR-OLD ILLEGITIMATE SON SAYS HE WANTS 'TO GET TO KNOW MY FAMILY' & TO BE A PART OF SNOOP'S REALITY SHOW, 'FATHER HOOD.'

Folks, if you're going to star in your own reality show, make sure you tie up your loose ends and sweep away any skeletons you may have stored in your closet...especially if you intend to title your reality show Father Hood.

Snoop Dogg's secret (up until now) son, nine-year-old Julian Corrie Broadus, from Snoop's former high school jump-off, 34-year-old Laurie Holmond, has stepped forward to speak his mind on his place on Snoop's new scripted reality show, Father Hood, as well as in his life. Julian and his mom dished details of Snoop's lack of participation in Julian's life to Star magazine who has also managed to obtain paternity documents which proves Snoop is indeed Julian's son...an account that Snoop has never denied publicly. “I should be with him on the show, but I’m not,” Julian tells Star magazine. “I don’t want to be an actor; I want to be a basketball player. But I want to be on the show to get to know my family. It would be so nice for all of us to just hang out together. I hope we can do that one day.”

Holmond, who has known Snoop since they were high school students in Long Beach, California says she and the rapper had a great relationship until June of 1997 when she learned of Snoop's marriage to his current wife Shante, whom he shares three children with, on the radio. "Calvin told me I wouldn’t understand, and he was right, I wanted nothing to do with him,” Laurie tells Star magazine. However, her anger towards him didn't last long at all because three months later Laurie and Snoop found themselves hemmed up and hooked up at the La Reve Hotel in Hollywood, California. Nine months later, Laurie had given birth to Snoop's love child. “When I told Calvin I was pregnant, he said, ‘I don’t know how I’m going to tell Shante.' But when Julian was born, Calvin was right there, and he took responsibility like a man.”

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But that was nine years ago. Laurie claims Snoop hasn’t seen their son since early 2003. She took Snoop to court to establish paternity just last June; he was proven to be the father. “I asked him to start seeing Julian again. He sounded sincere, but he has yet to come by. Julian does spend a lot of time with his grandmother, Beverly-Calvin’s mom-whom he adores. But now Calvin needs to acknowledge him.”

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ESSENCE MAGAZINE'S TOP 10 HOTTEST CELEB HAIRSTYLES OF 2007

When we look back at the things that inspired us to make a change this year, celebrity hairstyles are at the top of the list. Take a look at the star styles that had us running to the salon to get the look.

Angie Stone: From natural to relaxed, Angie's gorgeous transformations prove that neo-soul is alive and well.









Jada Smith: Always keeping us guessing, Jada continues to be a cutting-edge chameleon when it comes to her hair. And she didn't disappoint at the recent I Am Legend opening, working the red carpet with this curly fro.







Jill Scott: She shows us her many moods by working both natural and straight looks. She's free and easy one day with a natural fro, and sexy and glamorous the next with free-flowing waves and curls.




Tyra Banks: From America's Next Top Model to The Tyra Banks Show, you never know what hairstyle Tyra is going to rock from episode to episode. But she�s managed to start a trend with this long bob and blunt bangs, cut right above the lashes.








Alicia Keys: Alicia showed us she has a more glamorous side to her on her fourth album by going from urban-chic tresses to grown-and-sexy curls and waves.

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Eve: Holding tight to her signature blond hair color, Eve updated her look with short layers and a wispy bang.






Venus Williams: What a difference a cut and color makes! Venus has taken us from braids and beads to long glamorous tresses, and now is now serving it with this short, layered cut.






Keyshia Cole: She's managed to combine the hottest looks of the year's short, asymmetric and blond to get this edgy short style.





Rihanna: Her asymmetric bob made us all rip out her picture to copy her look. She wears the look well, switching it for the red carpet by adding color or long extension pieces on the sides for extreme drama.






Mary J. Blige: When it comes to hair, this queen reigns supreme. What's her look this season? This blond bombshell is turning heads with a short bob and blunt bang.


SOURCE: ESSENCE.COM

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RAZ B. RETRACTS HIS STATEMENT; MEETS WITH CHRIS STOKES FOR PAY OFF & TO SQUASH BEEF?; WILL DR. PHIL BECOME INVOLVED?

My head hurts. I can't stop sneezing and my eyes are constantly watering. If I didn't know any better, I'd say my symptoms are due to allergies. Yeah, that's it. I've become allergic to bullsh!t and other things that just don't make any sense. Case in point: Raz B.'s retraction video which was posted yesterday on youtube. It looks like Chris Stokes still has the upper hand when it comes to getting these boys (and even grown ass men) to do what he wants them to do. Well, it's too late. Your dirty laundry has been exposed.

Anywhoo, in the video Raz B (without ever looking straight in the camera) said, 'I would like to send a public apology for some tapes that were leaked without my authority ... I just wanna say that those allegations are not true ... with Chris Stokes and Marques Houston. And I apologize for any hurt that this may (have) caused ... publicly, financially ..." [WATCH VIDEO AFTER THE JUMP!]

My allergies kicked into overdrive, when just a couple of days ago, another source said Raz B. and Chris met (since the release of the infamous videos) and agreed to squash their beef ONLY if Raz made a PUBLIC APOLOGY/RETRACTION (hence, the apology video) denying his prior allegations against Chris. Overall, it was Chris' intentions that this apology video would hit the Internet by this morning before making its rounds to various websites and messageboards...which it did. He also wanted Raz B. to visit local radio stations to make more public apologies. I guess he figured he'd cover all of his bases in making sure that those who don't have access to a computer would hear Raz's literally unbelievable apologies via the radio. In Raz's defense, phone calls have reportedly been made to The Dr. Phil Show regarding this incident. And yall know Dr. Phil don't play when it come to the kids.

**Oh, and I saved the best for last! This is what really put the lid on the jar...if it's proven to be true. According to the source, Chris reportedly wrote Raz B. a check to cover any of Raz's immediate financial issues; again, hence the apology video. Would anyone like to explain to me why a person would write a check to someone just days AFTER this person has publicly accused you of sexual molestation? Talk about incrimination. I swear, the higher a monkey climb, the more his ass shows.

See what I mean when I say I'm allergic to bullshit and things that don't make any sense? I mean really! I am too through with this entire situation.

AFTER THE JUMP, YOU CAN READ STOKES' OFFICIAL STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO RAZ B.'S RETRACTION.

Chris Stokes felt compelled to release an official statement regarding Raz B.'s retraction statement/apology video. Damn, my head is killing me! LOL!

Here it is: ”I’m happy that Demario “Raz B” Thorton and Ricardo Thorton realized their mistakes and admitted to lying. I have always supported my family and have always been a stand up person. I knew that the truth would eventually come to light.”

Needless to say--and for those who care--the above statement was made after Stokes' voiced part 2 of his original official statement (via MTV) where he denied the allegations made against him. He said, "All the allegations they made are false. I'm not gay. And I'm married. And I have four kids. I've been with my wife for 16 years. And I'm not a child molester. So those are all false allegations. I'm gonna sue them. And I owe that to my wife and kids, period. It's ridiculous."

FYI: Before Raz B. uploaded and posted his apology video, his business partner, Kevin Sullivan, told MTV News that the singer wasn't ready to elaborate on his video allegations, BUT he was meeting with lawyers and preparing a statement which will hopefully help explain his claims. Sullivan said, "With something of this magnitude, you always look at what the best time is [to talk about it,] and he felt compelled ... that this has built up.[He was saying,] 'I'm tired, this is my story.' It's something that's spiritual, and God says now is the time."

** Shout out to AJL at LSA for the additional information!

Below you'll find Raz B.'s apology video.

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CANDID PICS: HALLE BERRY OUT & ABOUT SHOWING HER GRAY ROOTS.

Actress and mommy-to-be, Halle Berry was spotted leaving an unidentified store in Los Angeles on December 21st. If you look closely, you'll notice her gray hair roots. According to some people, folks who sprout gray hair at a young age are deemed lucky...or something like that. I don't feel like thinking about it anymore! LOL!

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Here are more recent candid pics of Halle arriving at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills on December 23, 2007.

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NEW PIC: REV. RUN & HIS WIFE JUSTINE, WELCOME A NEW ADDITION INTO THEIR FAMILY; WILL MAKE ITS TV DEBUT IN JANUARY.

In better late than never news, Reverend Run, 43, and his wife Justine Simmons adopted an American-born baby girl in September, who they named Miley Justine Simmons. Miley was one month old when they brought her home and will make her debut on the family's MTV reality series, Run's House, in January. Run has three children from his first marriage (Vanessa, Angela and Joseph) and he and Justine have two boys together (Daniel and Russell).

The couple lost their first daughter together, Victoria Anne, hours after birth when she came into the world with a condition known as omphalocele. Justine said, "People say, 'You need to mourn,' and you do, but only a little because the more you mourn, the more you want to mourn. I would have landed in depression." The couple decided to adopt Miley -- now 4 months -- because, as Justine says, "I wanted a girl really bad, and I knew I wasn't going to try again. That could have really messed me up."

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The couple had been planning to adopt for a while. Back in March, she told Essence magazine, "We take for granted that we can just have a baby. But I couldn't. Maybe part of the reason God let this happen is because He wanted us to adopt." Run added, "It's heaven to have this baby come into our house at this time, at Christmas."

SOURCE: www.celebrity-babies.com

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'THE THINGS CELEBS SAY': MICHAEL JORDAN ON WHY HE WON'T ENDORSE CONDOMS.

'I love cigars...but I wouldn't endorse 'em. And condoms. Everybody gotta use them. But they too small! They gotta get some bigger ones!'

--Michael Jordan on what products he would and would not endorse (during an interview by comedian Chris Rock). From Vibe magazine's 'Mike Checka February 1997 cover story.

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