Black Vibes

Fantasia

Season-three "American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino has been hospitalized in North Carolina for a drug overdose after an apparent suicide attempt, WBTV reports.

The CBS affiliate cites a police report filed with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg precinct, in which officers were notified late Monday evening by Barrino's manager, Brian Dickens, that something was wrong with the former "Color Purple" star.

According to the police sources, the officers who arrived on the scene reportedly found Barrino in the closet of a home in the Glynmoor Lakes neighborhood. The fomer "Idol" champ was immediately taken to Mercy South Hospital at Carolinas Medical Center in Pineville, North Carolina.

The police report classified Burrino's condition as a "suicide/overdose" and described Barrino as having suffered "possible internal injuries" after she ingested too much medication. The incident is said to be part of an ongoing investigation. A rep for Barrino did not respond to requests for comment at press time.

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Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz

Alicia Keys and her baby bump

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz were photographed yachting in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat off the coast of France on Wednesday. Their friend Queen Latifah and her longtime partner, trainer Jeanette Jenkins, joined them as well.

Kanye West

"Power" is Kanye West's much talked about 1st single from his new album coming soon. Whatupdoe to Dwele.

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J. Cole

Check out J.Cole paying homage to Bun B.

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Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson is playing from the white tees.

In "From the Rough," the Oscar-nominated "Curious Case of Benjamin Button" actor will take on a role inspired by Dr. Catana Starks, the first female head coach of an NCAA Division 1 men's team. Gyre Entertainment is producing the sports drama, which begins filming in New Orleans in early October.

Henson will play a fictionalized version of Starks named Cassandra Turner, who parlays a successful stint as coach of the women's swim team at a historically black college into a shot at building the men's golf team. With available black players scarce, Turner scours Europe, Australia and Asia for hidden talents and constructs a uniquely multi-racial team. (In real life, Starks was the golf coach at Tennessee State University.)

"This extraordinary film explores one's ability to transform life's rough circumstances into distinct advantages," said director-producer Pierre Bagley. "It confronts issues of race, gender, class and cultural barriers in ways that are provocative, and sometimes hilarious.

Michael A. Critelli wrote the screenplay and will be an executive producer along with Kevin E. Hooks.

Source: THR

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Ne-Yo

Check out Ne-Yo's new single, "Tear You Down," from his forthcoming album, Libra Scale, on Def Jam.

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N.O.R.E.

Check out N.O.R.E.'s new single, "Nutcracker," from his upcoming album being released on Thugged Out Militainment. Produced by Scoop Deville.

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Rick Ross performs at The 3rd Annual Rick Ross Be Out Day

Rick Ross and Trina hand out backpacks

The Maybach Music Group Family, Trina, Waka Flocka Flame, City of North Miami Mayor Andre Pierre, City Clerk Alix Desulme and more joined Rick Ross at the 3rd Annual Rick Ross Be Out Day.

The 3rd Annual Rick Ross Be Out Day once again served the South Florida Community be providing a day of fun, games and entertainment. The students received complimentary back packs, school supplies, haircuts and education advocacy from their favorite recording artists and local leaders all while enjoying a fun day at the park. After receiving their school supplies and participating in fun and games, the children enjoyed performances by Rick Ross, Trina, Waka Flocka, Triple C's, Magazeen, Ace Hood and a host of others. The City of North Miami Mayor Andre Pierre presented Rick Ross with an official "Rick Ross Day" Proclamation. Rick Ross, while honored by the City of North Miami's recognition wanted everyone to understand that Be Out Day is about supporting and preparing the children for school. The 3rd Annual Rick Ross Be Out Day was sponsored in part by The Children's Trust, The Jason Taylor Foundation, The Urban League, the City of North Miami Office of the City Clerk, Chef Creole Restaurant, Powerade and more.

The 3rd Annual Rick Ross Be Out Day was held Wed, Aug 4 from 1pm - 5pm at the North Miami Athletic Stadium.








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