X-Factor Judges: Paula and Nicole Get Fired!

[Monday] at The X Factor was a bloodbath which just claimed its biggest name. Not only was host Steve Jones let go and judge Nicole Scherzinger exited from the Fox show [Monday], but now a Simon Cowell insider just told me that his longtime friend and American Idol colleague Paula Abdul won’t be returning as an X Factor judge next season. I understand from sources that none of the three left on their own accord and that it was cleaning house day at the so-so rated show. Last April I revealed exclusively that Cowell in addition to himself and ”L.A.” Reid, he had made up his mind to bring back Paula beside him for the show’s premiere season. “I missed her the second she left the show. Always loved working with her even though she can be a pain. I don’t know what it is about her, but I’ve always clicked with her. You just have to get that chemistry, and she’s right. I’ve never found anyone better than her,” Cowell told me at the time. It took several months for her contract to be pinned down, but Abdul was the most famous judge on the show behind only Cowell’s. Meanwhile, Fox confirmed today the departures of both Scherzinger as a judge as well in addition to host Jones. The two, originally paired as co-hosts, had been considered the weakest links and likely casualties going into Season 2. But my news that Abdul is out as well comes as a surprise even though Cowell’s X Factor had a ho-hum first season

Finally! Chris Tucker is back to Stand up

Chris Tucker and two opening acts concluded Homecoming Week with jokes and dance moves Saturday night.

About 1,200 people gathered in Warriner Hall’s Plachta Auditorium to watch Tucker’s stand-up show.

Tucker danced onto the stage, accompanied by fog and flashing lights. He was applauded as he flaunted his Central Michigan University sweatshirt.

“I am in the middle of nowhere-land here (in Mount Pleasant),” Tucker said. “I was like, ‘Where the hell am I?’ I thought I was going to prison.”

Successful After Modeling

Not only have these models crafted successful careers for themselves, but several have taken it a step further by using their modeling careers as a platform to transition into entrepreneurship.

Here are picks for black supermodels models that turned themselves into super moguls:

Beverly Johnson

Johnson made history when she became the first black model to appear on the cover of American Vogue in 1974. After her lucrative modeling career, she added author to her resume in the early 1980s when she published “Beverly Johnson’s Guide to a Life of Health and Beauty.” In the 1990s, Johnson partnered with Amekor to produce the Beverly Johnson Hair collection, a line of wigs and African-American hair products. In 2010, she introduced a line of restorative and styling hair care products that can be found nationwide in Target.

lek Wek

Wek first appeared on the runway at the age of 18 in 1995 and became the first black model to appear on the cover of Elle magazine two years later. Following her successful modeling career, Wek designed a variety of designer handbags called “Wek 1933.” The year stands for the year of her father’s birth and the designer were inspired by the brass-clasp briefcase he carried. Wek also released an autobiography in 2007 entitled “Alek: From Sudanese Refugee to International Supermodel.”

Tyra Banks

Tyra is arguably the most successful and well-known African-American model of our time. During her modeling career, she became the first African-American woman to to be featured on the covers of GQ and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. In 1997, she became the first African-American ever chosen for the cover of the Victoria’s Secret catalog. After retiring from modeling in 2005, Tyra started her own production company, Bankable Productions, which has produced the Emmy award-winning Tyra Show and America’s Next Top Model. Earlier this year, Tyra and Andre’ Leon Talley launched Type F, a website that strives to redefine beauty for women. She also recently wrote a book trilogy entitled “Modelland,” which is expected to be released later this year.

Iman

After devoting 14 years to being a high fashion model, Iman launched Iman Cosmetics to focus on shades that were difficult for ethnic women to find. As of 2010, Iman Cosmetics is a $25 million a year business. Iman has also dabbled in fashion. After being persuaded by the CEO of the Home Shopping Network in 2007, she started a clothing design line. Today, her Global Chic collection, a line of affordable accessories, is one of four best-selling brands on HSN.

Kelly Rowland with be the face of Sean John's first fragrance for women 'Empress'...

"I'm the ambassador for Empress. I just love what 'empress' represents, it's just women who are beautiful and powerful in their own right."

The perfume will launch at Macy's in August.

Queen Bee Back On Top!

Somebody at Universal Music Group must have been impressed by Lil Kim's Pay Pal numbers on Black Friday because Kimmie just got signed. Eat it Nicki Minaj!

Bizzy Bone Assault Fans

We all know that this fool has a history of some bizarre behavior, Bizzy Bone is being accused of attacking two fans who paid for a meet and greet.
Two guys in Chicago say they paid $80 for a meet and greet with Bones Thugs and Harmony and got their ass kicked for the privilege.

According to the guys they were attacked after boarding Bone Thugs' tour bus last Thursday. The say as soon as they got on the bus Bizzy went ballistic and the verbal confrontation turned physical. The other members of the group had to break it up. One of the guys claims he suffered a broken nose in the attack and a police report has been filed.

Remake in the works--Movie Classic Sparkle

Girlfriends and The Game co-creator Mara Brock Akil and husband director Salim Akil are partnering with Sony Pictures to remake the 70s film Sparkle...

Mara will write the script and Salim will direct. No word on who will be cast or when shooting will start.

Sparkle is the story of three sisters trying to make it out of the ghetto through the music industry. The original version starred Lonette McKee, Irene Cara and Phillip Michael Thomas.

R.I.P. Elizabeth Taylor

Taylor died at 1:28 AM at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles ... where she had been hospitalized for the past couple of weeks. A private funeral will be held later this week.

Taylor's publicist says she was "surrounded by her children -- Michael Wilding, Christopher Wilding, Liza Todd, and Maria Burton."

Taylor's rep says the actress died "peacefully" from congestive heart failure, "a condition with which she had struggled with for many years." The rep adds, "Though she had recently suffered a number of complications, her condition had stabilized and it was hoped that she would be able to return home. Sadly, this was not to be."

Shaunie O'Neal on the cover of Rolling Out Magazine

We saw this lil boy grow up in front of us--LIL ROMEO

Chris Brown on Big Boi’s morning show

Anyhow Breezy recently made an appearance on Big Boi’s morning show to discuss the pics admitting that he was fresh out the shower & decided to show his lady friend his large package lol.

Chris poke fun of the situation saying he was not ashamed of his body nor does he regret the pics leaking. He also stated that he was NOT *EXCITED* when the pics was taken if you know what I mean lol!!!!!!

How The Jacksons Spent The First Year Without Michael.

Katherine Jackson spent the day in Gary, Indiana.




Prince, Paris and Blanket spent the day in Hawaii with their cousins.


Randy, Janet, Jermaine and Tito spent the day with Michael Jackson fans at the Forest Lawn cemetery in LA.


Joe Jackson spent the day filing a wrongful death lawsuit against Dr. Conrad Murray

Michael Jackson- Died One Year Ago Today

Hands down to the greatest entertainer that ever lived. I wont even start in on how annoyed I am at these artists who talk about being "The Next MJ". There wont be a next!!! This is the artist that changed the game.

R.I.P.

Ice Cube Music Verse Movies

Ice Cube Talks Films Vs. Music, Controversial Rappers & Chris Tucker! from the.LIFE Files on Vimeo.

This man has always stayed grounded and keeps it real with all he does.

Isley Brothers' Marvin Isley Dead at 56

Marvin Isley, namesake bassist for the soul-funk pioneers the Isley Brothers, died in Chicago on June 6. He was 56.

In the Sixties, Marvin followed in the musical footsteps of his older brothers, first starting a band with his brother Ernie and cousin Chris Jasper. By 1973, the trio had officially merged with their commercially successful family members in the Isley Brothers and produced the album '3+3,' which went gold. Marvin would continue to play with them through the mid-'80s, laying down the funk on songs like 'That Lady,' 'Fight the Power,' 'For the Love of You' and countless others. Eventually the back-up trio would split from the Isley outfit forming Isley-Jasper-Isley, whose biggest hit was the 1985 R&B single 'Caravan of Love.' In 1991, Marvin re-joined the Isley Brothers and, with them, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.

Despite the musical chairs, Marvin's time in the Isley Brothers would inspire hip-hip and R&B for generations to come. Ice Cube sampled their 'Footsteps in the Dark' on 'The Predator' track 'It Was a Good Day.' Sadly, diabetes forced Marvin to retire from music in 1997.

Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin to Be Crowned Apollo Legends

Almost a year after his death from acute Propofol intoxication, Michael Jackson will be inducted into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame during the Harlem theater's Annual Spring Benefit on June 14.

Jackson will be honored along with the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, during a ceremony that will be hosted by musician and actor Jamie Foxx. The late pop star first won his first competition at Apollo's Amateur Night back in 1967, along with his brothers, in the Jackson 5. Their winning performance would later land the Jackson's a recording deal on Berry Gordy's Motown record label.

Past inductees into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame include Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight and the Pips, Quincy Jones, Patti Labelle and Little Richard. During the induction ceremony, Jennifer Lopez and her husband Marc Anthony will also be honored with the Apollo theater's Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis Arts and Humanitarian Award.

The Apollo Theater's Annual Spring Benefit will begin at 7PM on June 14, followed by an after-party at the Apollo Supper Club.

Alicia Keys Is Pregnant And She’s Starting To Show

A pregnant looking Alicia Keys performed at BBC Radio One’s Big Weekend 2010 In Bangor earlier today. Producer Swizz Beats, who Alicia began dating while he was still legally married, is assumed to be the father. It would be funny if he wasn’t though. Almost as funny as Alicia pretending to be a straight woman. o_O

Kobe! What Kind Of Gayness is this?

He looks very "how you doing" in these pics. What kind of gay photo shoot is this?

Wanna Meet D'Angelo?

Just dress up like a hooker and stand on the corner of Horatio and Greenwich in West Village. Um yeah, cause that's where D'Angelo got arrested for soliciting a hooker last night.

T.I ad for A.K.O.O.

What's new? We live in a society where sex sells and like some of you know, Calvin Klein been pimping soft porn ads for years. You may not like it, you may not buy it...but it's going to grab your attention immediately.

Mission Accomplished A.K.O.O....although those look like a pair of upgraded Wranglers with a boxer brief elastic waistband.