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Kerry Washington as Anita Kill in HBO's 'Confirmation'

6/16/2015

Kerry Washington has been casted as Anita Hill in the upcoming HBO movie, Confirmation. The film surrounds the 1991 Supreme Court confirmation hearing of Clarence Thomas in which Hill testified to being repeatedly sexually harassed by the then nominee. Hill testified on live national TV before Congress claiming she was the victim of sexual harassment while working for Thomas at the U.S. Department of Education.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Susannah Grant, Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Erin Brockovich, has signed on to write and executive produce the film. Washington is also an executive producer. HBO has released a first look at Washington as Hill in the TV movie.

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola

Janet's Unbreakable World Tour Dates Revealed

6/15/2015

Janet is back!!!

Today she revealed the name of her tour, "The Unbreakable World Tour," and announced the first 36 shows. The tour kicks off Aug. 31 in Vancouver and will take her throughout the U.S. and Canada. Jackson will hit major cities including Atlanta, Chicago, L.A., Las Vegas, Miami, New Orleans, San Diego, San Francisco and more. Additional concerts will be announced at a later date.

Tickets for the general public go on sale June 22 at JanetJackson.com. American Express Card members can purchased tickets now until the Friday, June 19 at 10:00 pm. ET.

After seven years of a musical pause, Janet Jackson will release an album this fall through Rhythm Nation Records/BMG.

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola

Taraji P. Henson and Queen Latifah on Variety's "Actors on Actors"

6/13/2015

“Variety is excited to again collaborate with PBS SoCaL to bring these entertaining and engaging conversations between some of today’s most highly celebrated television actors to the PBS audience.”
- Michelle Sobrino, publisher of Variety.

Variety’s "Actors on Actor"s studio is an interview show that features candid conversation between two actors groundbreaking moments in their careers, their art, changes in show biz and so much more. The show, which airs on PBS SoCaL’s, is on its second “Actors on Actors” interview and will feature conversations between actors Claire Danes with Don Cheadle and Queen Latifah with Taraji P. Henson. The two will be discussing their recent groundbreaking roles as blues singer Bessie Smith and the other as "Empire"'s beloved us Cookie.

"Actors on Actors" will be airing on PBS stations around the country and on Variety.com.

Check out the first two episodes below; the first featuring Taraji P. Henson and Queen Latifah; and the second with Viola Davis and Jane Fonda.

The series will premiere in two installments on June 14 and 21.

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola

E.L. James' 'Grey' Manuscript Stolen Just Before Public Release

6/12/2015

People are crazy for Christian Grey! So crazy that a copy of E.L. James’ upcoming book “Grey” has been reported missing one week before it's June 18 released date.

"Grey" is a new version of E.L. James' literary hit written from Christian Grey’s perspective. Very Interesting to say the least.

According to Penguin Random House, the publisher behind the “Fifty Shades of Grey” trilogy, the manuscript for "Grey" has gone M.I.A and police are investigating.

According to TheWrap publishers are worried the stolen copy could be leaked or sold to media outlets.

On Wednesday Penguin Random Housing stated that Kent Police in southern England are investigating the theft of the finished copy. No further comments have been released due to current police investigation.

The original publishing date of June 18 (Christian Grey’s birthday) is still the set release date.
Happy birthday Mr. Grey.

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola

Usher Sang National Anthem for NBA Finals Game 4 = Nailed It!

6/12/2015

On Thursday Usher stole the spotlight before Game 4 of the Finals by delivering a slow rendition of the National Anthem.

The Grammy-winning R&B singer received a standing ovation from game-goers at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio for before the Cavs and Golden State hit the court.

The Grammy-winning singer took to the court at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, and nailed the National Anthem, sparking a standing ovation from the fans.

Maybe Jamie Foxx could take notes. *sips tea*

The NBA Finals are airing live on ABC, with Game 5 scheduled for Sunday at 5 p.m. PT.

From someone who hears a lot of anthems...@Usher, top 3. #NBAFinals2015
— Mike Gorman (@celticsvoice) June 12, 2015

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Safaree is STILL Talking About Nicki Minaj

6/11/2015

Photo by EARL GIBSON III/GETTY IMAGES

Nicki Minaj at the 2015 Grammy Awards

Safaree Samuels, Nicki Minaj's ex and now rapper, has once again addressed their breakup - only this time through song. First he went to The Breakfast Club, then there was social media rants, and now there's "Love the Most." He shared his feelings of always being in the background and never the forefront when it came to their relationship being known. Obviously he's hurt and dare I say it, not over Nicki, but it is time to move on. Time to allow yourself to grow and heal and do other things.

Nicki, who is involved and recently revealed in love with Meek Mill, has brushed her hands of that relationship and going back and forth with explaining. In a very cool and calm manner (it seems) she addressed "the diss" record via Twitter. "Don't make me do this," she started following with an implication that the reason for their breakup was infidelity. "Lesson: don't cheat on a loyal woman. God will punish u. When he does, tell people the truth. The truth may set u free. Love. Always." Most of the tweets have been deleted, but you know people are pro at screen-shotting.

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola

Emily B Reveals New Baby Boy's Name

6/11/2015

Aside from the fact that we are unsure at any moment the actual relationship status of celebrity stylist Emily Bustamante and of rapper Fabulous, they have another baby boy. What a blessing! On June 2, Emily gave birth and has finally revealed his name in only a way a fashionista can:

Baby Jonas □s his moccasins.. Thanks @freshlypicked

A photo posted by EmilyB (@emilyb_) on Jun 10, 2015 at 5:24pm PDT

Emily shared the name via Instagram by using baby moccasins to spell it out. Congratulations to her and the her family!

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Jhené Aiko Designs Summer Wear

6/10/2015

“Summer nights are my favorite, when the sky is clear and the stars are most prominent. The [Soul of Summer Collection] is all about the essence of summertime — having fun, being free and being one with the elements.” - Jhené Aiko

Jhené Aiko takes a stab at fashion. Aiko teamed up with Neff for her summer inspired collection the 'Soul of Summer.' She helped design graphic tees, tanks, dresses, and more for everyday wear.

Although the collection will be composed of just 11 pieces, the retail prices are pretty affordable ranging from $22.50 to $60.

The 'Soul of Summer' collection will be sold in PacSun stores and online later this month. Take a look as she shares with Nylon.

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola

Chris Rock wonders what ever happened to African Americans in baseball?

6/10/2015

Does Chris Rock have a point: Is the love affair between blacks and baseball over?

Written By: Lauren B. I @laurenbeal

Laverne Cox is Coming to Madame Tussauds

6/10/2015

"I am so deeply honored to have been asked to be part of the Madame Tussauds legacy. I hope that this will be a source of inspiration for every one who encounters it to believe that their dreams matter and are possible." - Laverne Cox

Announced Monday, Laverne Cox will be the first transgender woman to receive a 3-D wax figure at Madame Tussauds wax museum in San Francisco! In celebration of Pride Weekend in San Fran, The "Orange Is the New Black" star's wax twin will debut June 26.

The announcement has been made. I will be a wax figure at #madametussauds in #SanFrancisco #TransIsBeautiful http://t.co/H0mbdF6oot
— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) June 8, 2015

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola