Monthly Archive: January 2014
Golden Globes 2014: The winners list
Best motion picture, drama: “12 Years a Slave” Best motion picture, musical or comedy: “American Hustle” Best actress in a motion picture, drama: Cate Blanchett, “Blue Jasmine” Best actor in a motion picture, drama: Matthew McConaughey, “Dallas Buyers Club” Best…
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Golden Globes 2014: The predictions
The nominations for the 71st annual Golden Globes were announced Thursday morning. Nominated for best motion picture — drama were “12 Years a Slave” (pictured), “Captain Phillips,” “Gravity,” “Philomena” and “Rush.” Nominated for best motion picture — comedy or musical…
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Meat Loaf, Jacksons to perform in Vegas
From left, Tito, Jackie, Marlon and Jermaine Jackson perform at the Staples Center last June in Los Angeles. The Jacksons will perform 40 shows during their residency A week before they start, Meat Loaf will return to perform under the…
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Fey and Poehler: BFFs through the years
Tina Fey and her pal Amy Poehler will host the Golden Globes Sunday night and are the subject of a CNN special, “Tina Fey and Amy Poehler: First Ladies of Comedy” which will premiere at 10 p.m. EST Friday and…
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Podcast Alert: Toni Payne shares 10 Romantic things you can do for your lady [Listen]
Here is the first Episode from Toni Payne’s new Podcast titled Everything Toni Payne. In her weekly podcast, she will be talking about different everyday topics. In this weeks podcast, she gives tips on 10 Romantic Things You can do…
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Studio to discuss ‘Fast & Furious’ future
Paul Walker, a star of the “Fast & Furious” movie franchise, died Saturday, November 30, in a car crash, according to his official Facebook page and verified Twitter account. He was 40. Walker, left, and Vin Diesel appear in a…
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’12 Years a Slave’ breakout star
Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o has become one of Hollywood’s hottest properties. Nyongo’s performance in “12 Years a Slave” has earned her international praise, and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress. But she’s no stranger to awards … She…
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Coachella 2014: OutKast to reunite
Coachella has unveiled its lineup for the 2014 music festival in Indio, California. Coachella confirms that OutKast will reunite at this year’s festival Rumors that the duo would perform together at Coachella began last fall Arcade Fire and Muse will…
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Have Nigerians been fooled? Find out what Limpopo really means + Pictures
Nigerian music has advanced through the years. In this budding industry we have two classes of music stars. The first are those that have chosen to carve a niche for themselves by singing ever green songs with meaningful lyrics. The…
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Chris Brown rejects plea deal
Singer Chris Brown has managed to intrigue — and infuriate — the public since he first burst onto the scene in 2005. Here’s a look at his life and career. Brown poses with his award for Best New Artist at…
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‘Full House’ star on submission
The last time the Tanner family reunited was in 2012 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of “Full House.” Though Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, who played baby Michelle on the ABC series, weren’t present, the rest of the cast enjoyed a…
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When celebrity meets brutality
In June, Jennifer Lopez sang “Happy Birthday” to Turkmanistan President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, whose regime was described as “one of the world’s most repressive” in a January 2013 report by Human Rights Watch. Lopez is believed to be the first major…
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‘Gravity’ leads BAFTA nods
Films nominated for the British Academy Film Awards announced Director Alfonso Cuaron’s “Gravity” nominated for 11 BAFTAs “12 Years a Slave” and “American Hustle” each scored 10 nominations Award winners will be announced at a red carpet ceremony on February…
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‘Fast & Furious’ will not kill Walker’s character
The death of Paul Walker and his friend, identified by CNN affiliate KCAL as Roger Rodus, leaves some questions regarding the production of the latest “Fast & Furious” movie, which was filming in Atlanta. Here’s a look at other celebrities…
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‘SNL’s’ new black female comic
Zamata makes her debut on the late-night sketch comedy show on January 18 The comedian has been honing her skills with the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York Producers have been criticized for the lack of diversity since Maya Rudolph…
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It’s that time again: Awards Season 101
It’s that time of year again when Hollywood celebrates its own with a series of awards shows to honor outstanding work in film, music and television. With a new ceremony practically every week, it can be tough to keep up….
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