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Kourtney Kardashian & Travis Barker Are Engaged!

Posted by thebeat957 — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 03:27 GMT

Travis Scott, Kourtney Kardashian Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are engaged! The 42-year-old Keeping Up with the Kardashians star and the 45-year-old Blink-182 rocker confirmed the news on social media. Kourtney Kardashian's sister Kim shared footage of the impressive engagement ring, along w a sweet clip of them kissing. According to reports, Travis proposed on Sunday at a beachside hotel in Montecito, Calif. This is Kourtney's first engagement. She shares three children - Mason, 11, Penelope, 9, and Reign, 6 - with ex Scott Disick. Travis was previously married to Melissa Kennedy from 2001 to 2002 and Shanna Moakler from 2004 to 2008. He shares stepdaughter Atiana, 22, son Landon, 17, and daughter Alabama, 15, with Shanna. Congrats to the couple! The post Kourtney Kardashian & Travis Barker Are Engaged! appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/18/kourtney-kardashian-travis-barker-are-engaged/

Vanessa Bryant May Be Forced To Take Psychiatric Exam By L.A. County In Lawsuit

Posted by thebeat957 — Sat, 16 Oct 2021 23:31 GMT

Vanessa Bryant Vanessa Bryant May Be Forced To Take Psychiatric Exam By L.A. County In Lawsuit According to a new report, Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa and other family members may be forced to submit psychiatric exams by Los Angeles Count. The request is in relation to their legal dispute over photos of the helicopter crash scene that took her husband and daughter's lives. Reportedly, the request stems from a legal point: Did Vanessa Bryant and the others suffer emotional distress because photos of their dead relatives were shared by county fire and sheriff's department employees after the crash? Or was the emotional distress only from the crash itself? L.A. County argues that the crash itself is the cause. Vanessa Bryant is suing for invasion of privacy and negligence after county employees improperly shared photos of human remains at the crash site. The county contends that its employees did not publicly disseminate any accident site photos.

Vanessa Bryant, Gigi Bryant, Kobe Bryant The famed NBA legend and his daughter, Gianna, sadly died in a January 2020 crash with seven others. No additional details have been released. [VIA] The post Vanessa Bryant May Be Forced To Take Psychiatric Exam By L.A. County In Lawsuit appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/16/vanessa-bryant-may-be-forced-to-take-psychiatric-exam-by-l-a-county-in-lawsuit/

>Summer Walker's Latest Single 'Ex For a Reason', Garners Mixed Social Media Reactions

Posted by thebeat957 — Sat, 16 Oct 2021 23:08 GMT

Summer Walker's Latest Single 'Ex For a Reason', Garners Mixed Social Media Reactions Summer Walker recently dropped a new song, but many of her longtime fans are not pleased with it! On Friday (Oct. 15th), Summer Walker unveiled her latest single, "Ex For a Reason." The song will be on her upcoming sophomore album, Still Over It, and it features JT (real name Jatavia Johnson) of City Girls. View this post on Instagram A post shared by the Jasmine BRAND (@thejasminebrand) It's worth noting that Summer Walker recently revealed that the track was written on Oct. 4th, 2019-which is also the date that her debut album, Over It, dropped.

Timeline and track list for Still Over It by Summer Walker "Ex For a Reason" was highly-anticipated by many fans online ahead of its release. However, many ultimately found the song to be underwhelming and expressed their displeasure through social media. You can see some Twitter users' reactions to the track down below: me listening to the new Summer Walker song: maybe we do need London on da track idk pic.twitter.com/gFA6T7ucgw — Is my show on? (@ismyshowon) October 15, 2021

Summer Walker's new joint isn't giving what I thought it would give tbh. pic.twitter.com/ak6vAJtCcd — Nicki's Cousin (@sheldon_ew) October 15, 2021

London on the track after hearing summer Walker new song : pic.twitter.com/eSRLgQuNaZ — #birthdayerasoon ? (@kiasprint) October 15, 2021

me going to have a chat with summer walker after she hyped up this "Ex For A Reason" song pic.twitter.com/j4PuJFxI0V — Michael Boochie Myers ? (@stawpfeenin) October 15, 2021

Summer also reacted to the backlash.

You can listen to the full song below: Watch Video on YouTube Summer Walker's upcoming sophomore album, Still Over It, will drop on Nov. 5th. It is currently unclear whether she will release additional tracks ahead of the album's scheduled drop date. The artist has not publicly addressed the negative reactions to the song. What do you think about Summer Walker's "Ex For a Reason", and are you looking forward to the rest of Still Over It dropping next month? Share your thoughts by commenting down below! The post >Summer Walker's Latest Single 'Ex For a Reason', Garners Mixed Social Media Reactions appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/16/summer-walkers-latest-single-ex-for-a-reason-garners-mixed-social-media-reactions/

Nick Cannon's New Talk Show Fails To Reach Half A Million Viewers, According To Report

Posted by thebeat957 — Sat, 16 Oct 2021 13:52 GMT

Nick Cannon Nick Cannon's New Talk Show Fails To Reach Half A Million Viewers, According To Report According to Radar Online, Nick Cannon's new talk show "Cannon" is drawing less ratings than expected. The site reports that the show debuted "at less than half a million viewers and receiving devastating reviews, the perennial television personality's own syndicated program is not likely to take over Wendy Williams' time slot, despite what rumors previously suggested."

Nick Cannon Reportedly, the show attracted 400,000 viewers a day for his first week of broadcast late last month, landing the self-titled series at the bottom of the talk show pack. Have you watched Nick's new talk show? Let us know in the comments. The post Nick Cannon's New Talk Show Fails To Reach Half A Million Viewers, According To Report appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/16/nick-cannons-new-talk-show-fails-to-reach-half-a-million-viewers-according-to-report/

Rapper Eve & Husband Expecting First Child Together! [Photos]

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:26 GMT

Rapper Eve & Husband Expecting Their First Child Together! Congratulations to rapper/actress Eve and her husband Maximillion Cooper! Today (October 15th), she announced that she was pregnant. Showing a photo of her baby bump, she wrote: Can you believe it @mrgumball3000 we finally get to tell everyone!!!!! You all know how long we'v been waiting for this blessing!!! We get to meet our lil human February 2022

The couple married in 2014 and he has four kids from a previous relationship. This will be the couple's first child together.

In the past, the 42-year-old artist has spoken candidly about her fertility challenges. In fact, she shared that she and her husband tried different ways to conceive. In 2021, she shared while co-hosting on The Talk that she had a myomectomy to remove her fibroids. "For me, I'm 42 now. My husband and I, we've been trying and trying and trying and trying. We've been doing certain things and for me, I understand where Emma was coming from with the endometriosis because at the beginning of the year, you ladies know...I had a procedure called a myomectomy that gets rid of fibroids." Watch Video on YouTube Congrats to the couple! The post Rapper Eve & Husband Expecting First Child Together! [Photos] appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/rapper-eve-husband-expecting-their-first-child-together-photos/

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Maintains His Feelings Toward Vin Diesel: Unlike Him, I Did Not Come From

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 17:15 GMT

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Maintains His Feelings Toward Vin Diesel: Unlike Him, I Did Not Come From The World Of Theater

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is not backing down from his feelings toward his 'Fast & Furious' co-star, Vin Diesel. In a new interview with Vanity Fair, Dwayne Johnson gets candid about their previous feud and the role he played in the conflict. As previously reported, back in 2016, Dwayne Johnson called out his male 'Fast & Furious' co-stars on social media. In the post, which has now been deleted, he said, "Some conduct themselves as stand up men and true professionals, while others don't. The ones that don't are too chicken sh** to do anything about it anyway." Watch Video on YouTube Many thought he was referring to Tyrese, as the two also had a very public feud but after Tyrese denied it, others speculated he was addressing Vin Diesel. Speaking on the situation now, Johnson says, "It caused a firestorm. Yet interestingly enough...[it was] as if every single crew member found their way to me and either quietly thanked me or sent me a note."

He continued, "But, yeah, it wasn't my best day, sharing that. I shouldn't have shared that. Because at the end of the day, that goes against my DNA." Elsewhere in another interview, Vin Diesel also addressed their alleged beef saying as a producer he had to show Johnson some 'tough love.' He added, "It was a tough character to embody. As a producer to say, 'Okay, we're going to take Dwayne Johnson, who's associated with wrestling, and we're going to force this cinematic world, audience members, to regard his character as someone that they don't know' - Hobbs hits you like a ton of bricks."

On Diesel's comments Johnson said, "I've been around the block a lot of times. Unlike him, I did not come from the world of theater. And, you know, I came up differently and was raised differently. And I came from a completely different culture and environment. And I go into every project giving it my all. And if I feel that there's some things that need to be squared away and handled and taken care of, then I do it. And it's just that simple." He added, "So when I read that, just like everybody else, I laughed. I laughed hard. We all laughed. And somewhere I'm sure Fellini is laughing too." What are your thoughts on Dwayne Johnson's comments? Tell us in the comments. [VIA] The post Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Maintains His Feelings Toward Vin Diesel: Unlike Him, I Did Not Come From The World Of Theater appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/dwayne-the-rock-johnson-maintains-his-feelings-toward-vin-diesel-unlike-him-i-did-not-come-from-the-world-of-theater/

Fat Joe Stands By Statement That DaBaby Is 2021's Tupac: He's A Super Real One & Lives What He Raps

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 17:05 GMT

Fat Joe Stands By Statement That DaBaby Is 2021's Tupac: He's A Super Real One & Lives What He Raps About Fat Joe is doubling-down on his claim that DaBaby is the modern-day Tupac! As previously reported, Fat Joe appeared on Rap City 2021 earlier this month and, while there, compared DaBaby to Tupac. The matter occurred while Fat Joe played a game with Big Tigger where he had to name the modern version of an earlier rapper. When asked who 2021's Tupac is, Fat Joe responded: "I should know the Tupac one. I don't know-it's hard to be these guys. I mean, you're asking me some crazy stuff. I would say DaBaby."

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DaBaby Later, DaBaby agreed with this sentiment by uploading the snippet to Instagram. He captioned the clip: "Agreed. [insert thumbtack emoji] but they gone salt that down too Crack." View this post on Instagram A post shared by the Jasmine BRAND (@thejasminebrand) He also expressed his agreement on his Instagram Story, writing: "This gone make n***as slam they iPhone on the floor @fatjoe [insert laughing emojis]."

Since comparing DaBaby to Tupac, Fat Joe has been slammed by many. In response to the criticism, the "What's Luv?" rapper recently addressed the matter on social media and stood by his claims. He tweeted: "No ones 2pac there's only one but I was asked the question and da baby a super real one he lives what he raps about."

He also said on Instagram, "By the way, I knew Tupac Shakur in real life. Not as a mythical person. I knew the man in real life. He was the realest rapper ever. So now when I think 'Pac-not just musically or whatever the case may be-I'm thinking DaBaby a real one. Certified real one, whether you like him or you don't like him or whatever, I believe he lives what he raps. And that's very much like Tupac." What do you think about Fat Joe's response? Comment down below to let us know! The post Fat Joe Stands By Statement That DaBaby Is 2021's Tupac: He's A Super Real One & Lives What He Raps About appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/fat-joe-stands-by-statement-that-dababy-is-2021s-tupac-hes-a-super-real-one-lives-what-he-raps-about/

Baby Blue Of Pretty Ricky Defends Lizzo Against Backlash By Posting Shirtless Photo + Calls Out IG F

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 16:23 GMT

Baby Blue Of Pretty Ricky Defends Lizzo Against Backlash By Posting Shirtless Photo + Calls Out IG For Removing The Post: IG Just Fat Shamed Me! Lizzo has recently received some support from Baby Blue through social media! This past Monday (Oct. 11th), Cardi B (real name Belcalis Alm nzar) celebrated her 29th birthday with a Dancehall-themed party. One of the most memorable looks of the night was Lizzo's (real name Melissa Jefferson), as she wore a sheer dress adorned with crystals. She commemorated the occasion with a number of Instagram posts, which you can see down below:

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lizzo (@lizzobeeating) Since wearing the outfit, Lizzo has received a fair amount of backlash on the internet. However, another artist recently came to her defense: Pretty Ricky's Baby Blue! Earlier today (Friday, Oct. 15th), Baby Blue posted a now-deleted image on Instagram to defend Lizzo. Baby Blue uploaded a shirtless photo and stuck up for Lizzo by writing: "Y'all leave @lizzobeeating alone and pick on me! These haters be so miserable in their own skin but wanna tear down others who are 'COMFORTABLE' in theirs. Beauty comes in all shapes, sizes and skin tones. Let's normalize appreciating, loving and encouraging one other."

Shortly thereafter, the post was removed from Baby Blue's account. On his Instagram Story, he clarified that the platform had taken down his post.

Then, Baby Blue made another upload where he showed that Instagram removed his image for violating the platform's community guidelines regarding nudity. He also accused the site of body-shaming him: "Can't be real?!!!! @instagram there was nothing wrong with my photo or post! IG just fat shamed me! I guess I wasn't fine enuff for my post to stay up! I see ripped guys with they shirt off everyday! I see what's going on here! wow @instagram You deleted a post of me protecting a woman against #bodyshaming. [insert side-eye emoji] shame on you!"

What do you think about Baby Blue defending Lizzo? Comment down below to let us know! The post Baby Blue Of Pretty Ricky Defends Lizzo Against Backlash By Posting Shirtless Photo + Calls Out IG For Removing The Post: IG Just Fat Shamed Me! appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/baby-blue-of-pretty-ricky-defends-lizzo-against-backlash-by-posting-shirtless-photo-calls-out-ig-for-removing-the-post-ig-just-fat-shamed-me/

Cardi B Explains Why She No Longer Speaks About Politics: I Was Tired Of Getting Bullied

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 16:13 GMT

Cardi B Explains Why She No Longer Speaks About Politics: I Was Tired Of Getting Bullied There is no room for bullies in Cardi B's life. Rapper Cardi B, 29, is known for speaking her mind, however, on recent political issues, that has not been the case. Now in a new tweet, the mother of two is opening up on why she is no longer addressing politics.

In response to a fan questioning her silence, Cardi B said, "I was tired of getting bullied by the republicans and also getting bashed by the same people I was standing up for."

During the 2020 Presidential Election, Cardi was very transparent about her concerns and support for the Biden/Harris Administration. In an interview with now President Joe Biden, the 'Fast 9' actress addressed COVID-19, medical care, and the Black Lives Matter movement. She said, "And I want Black people to stop getting killed and no justice for it. I'm sick of it. I just want laws that are fair to Black citizens and fair to cops, too..." Watch Video on YouTube Following her interview, Cardi B addressed Republicans calling her a 'pawn' in Joe Biden's campaign. The 'Up' rapper took to social media to address her critics saying, "Republicans like Candace [Owens], Shapiro, Fox news made fun of me ,talk so much s*** about me and my song 'WAP'. They said Biden use me as a pawn then weeks later we seen a list of rappers and artists that Trump was trying to reach out to and to pay for support a list that included my name."

Cardi B She added, "I never got payed a dollar from Biden I just wanted to get to know him and open my fans up to the importance of voting. Im so proud of all these celebs who uses their platform and for the people who went out and voted WE DID IT! Don't let nobody down play you for what you doing that's how they try to take away your power .YOUR POWER IS YOUR VOICE! Congrats Biden! Your family here, and in Heaven are very proud of you! Also congratulations to Kamala you made history!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cardi B (@iamcardib) Do you think celebrities should address political matters? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. The post Cardi B Explains Why She No Longer Speaks About Politics: I Was Tired Of Getting Bullied appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/cardi-b-explains-why-she-no-longer-speaks-about-politics-i-was-tired-of-getting-bullied/

Gabrielle Union Says Before Acting She Wanted To Be A Video Vixen & Auditioned For Tupac: I Had Such

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:20 GMT

Gabrielle Union Says Before Acting She Wanted To Be A Video Vixen & Auditioned For Tupac: I Had Such Low Self-Esteem Before joining the casts of our favorite TV shows and movies, Gabrielle Union had her eyes set on becoming a highly sought-after video vixen. In a new interview, the 48-year-old author explains that initially, she did not want to act but instead had a desire to become a successful video girl.

Gabrielle Union In an effort to pay for college, Gabrielle Union says she took an internship at a talent agency. She said, "So I got this internship in my last year of school, and I was like the office gofer, help, or whatever, and I worked in the kids department. So we were working with Hayden Panetierre and Jessica Biel and Shane West and all of those young child actors. I'd talk to their parents and managers and whatnot, and when my internship ended, they were like, 'Would you ever consider being our client and us representing you." Watch Video on YouTube Union shared she was hesitant due to low self-esteem and instead was very determined to become the next big-time video vixen. She added, "Mind you, I had such low self-esteem, I wanted to be a video h** so bad. That's all I wanted. I didn't wanna be in movies, I didn't wanna be in commercials, I wanted to be the chosen video h**."

Gabrielle Union She continued, "Well, that's what we called them then, now they are 'video vixens', 'IG models,' yeah. But I wanted to be like a hot b***h, except I lacked all of the necessary accouterment like big boobs or an a**. It wasn't really the desired look at the time. I was literally auditioning for the 'California Love' video with Tupac and 20 of his closest friends." Watch Video on YouTube After not receiving a callback for 'California Love,' the L.A. Finest's star eventually tried her hand at acting, and immediately began booking roles.

Gabrielle Union However, not long after becoming a famed actress, Union's vixen dreams became a reality as she went on to star in Busta Rhymes' 'I Love My Chick,' LL Cool J's 'Paradise,' Montell Jordan's 'You Must Have Been,' and more. Watch Video on YouTube What are your thoughts on what Gabrielle Union shared?? Let us know in the comments. The post Gabrielle Union Says Before Acting She Wanted To Be A Video Vixen & Auditioned For Tupac: I Had Such Low Self-Esteem appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/gabrielle-union-says-before-acting-she-wanted-to-be-a-video-vixen-auditioned-for-tupac-i-had-such-low-self-esteem/

NBA Athlete Karl-Anthony Towns, Who Lost His Mother & Several Family Members To COVID, Reacts To Kyr

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:58 GMT

NBA Athlete Karl-Anthony Towns, Who Lost His Mother & Several Family Members To COVID, Reacts To Kyrie Irving's Vaccine Controversy: You Don't Want To Do It, That's Your Choice Karl-Anthony Towns is addressing the controversy surrounding Kyrie Irving's vaccination status. As previously reported, Kyrie Irving recently spoke out about not being allowed to play for the Brooklyn Nets because he's unvaccinated. This past Wednesday (Oct. 13th), Kyrie Irving in part said: "It's not always about the money-it's about choosing what's best for you. You think I really want to lose money? You think I really want to give up on my dream to go after a championship? You think I really just want to give up my job?... You think I want to give up my livelihood because of the mandate, because I don't have accommodations because I'm unvaccinated? C'mon-I'm not gonna be used as a person in this agenda." Kyrie Irving speaks pic.twitter.com/So7qwh1r2f — NBA Central (@TheNBACentral) October 14, 2021 Kyrie's statement was in response to the Brooklyn Nets' general manager revealing that he wouldn't be allowed to play until he's vaccinated for COVID-19: "He has a choice to make, and he made his choice. My job here is to make what we deem as the best choices for the organization moving ahead as a whole. They're not always ones that are going to be met with open arms and thumbs up. These are hard decisions... If he was vaccinated, we wouldn't be having this discussion." Now, Minnesota Timberwolves player Karl-Anthony Towns is speaking on the matter. For context, Karl-Anthony Towns lost seven family members, including his mother, to coronavirus. When asked for his thoughts on Kyrie's situation, he said: "I'm obviously a strong believer in the vaccine. I've been through so much and it would be kind of contradictory to not be on the pro-vaccine side. But what I will say is that I believe in choice and I like to give people their choice and I have no problem with people having their choice." The 25-year-old NBA star went on to add that he believes the decision of whether to get vaccinated is a "human" and "American" right. Karl-Anthony then stated: "They make their own decisions on their own bodies and their own families. I have no ill will towards that. The only thing I would say is just don't give me a bulls**t excuse why [you don't get the vaccine]. You don't want to do it, that's your choice."

Karl-Anthony Towns What do you think about Karl-Anthony Towns' comments? Share your thoughts down below to let us know! [VIA] The post NBA Athlete Karl-Anthony Towns, Who Lost His Mother & Several Family Members To COVID, Reacts To Kyrie Irving's Vaccine Controversy: You Don't Want To Do It, That's Your Choice appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/nba-athlete-karl-anthony-towns-who-lost-his-mother-several-family-members-to-covid-reacts-to-kyrie-irvings-vaccine-controversy-you-dont-want-to-do-it-thats-your-choice/

Nicki Minaj & Her Husband, Kenneth Petty, Denied Extension To Respond To Jennifer Hough's Harassment

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 13:20 GMT

Nicki Minaj & Her Husband, Kenneth Petty, Denied Extension To Respond To Jennifer Hough's Harassment Lawsuit, Hough Requests $20 Million Default Judgment There has been an update to the current situation between Nicki Minaj, her husband, and Jennifer Hough! Nicki Minaj and her husband-Kenneth Petty-are currently facing a harassment lawsuit. The case was filed by Jennifer Hough, who accused Kenneth Petty of sexual assault back in 1995. As a result of the incident, Kenneth Petty served four years behind bars. He is also a registered sex offender.

Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty Jennifer Hough filed the harassment lawsuit earlier this year after Nicki Minaj and her husband began reaching out and asking her to recant the allegations. She also claims the couple had an associate offer her $20,000 and later threaten her. Reportedly, this all began after Kenneth Petty was arrested in 2020 for not registering as a sex offender when he moved to California. Now, there has been an update to the lawsuit. Reportedly, Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty failed to respond to the case. As a result, Jennifer Hough is requesting a $20 million default judgment. However, last night (Thursday, Oct. 14th), the couple's lawyer reportedly contacted Jennifer Hough's attorney-Tyrone Blackburn-to request an extension for them to respond. Tyrone Blackburn replied: "I said NO! I told him to prepare his opposition to my request for default judgment and explain to the court why his client and her husband believe they're both above the law."

Attorney Tyrone Blackburn What do you think about the ongoing legal battle? Comment down below to let us know! [VIA] The post Nicki Minaj & Her Husband, Kenneth Petty, Denied Extension To Respond To Jennifer Hough's Harassment Lawsuit, Hough Requests $20 Million Default Judgment appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/nicki-minaj-her-husband-kenneth-petty-denied-extension-to-respond-to-jennifer-houghs-harassment-lawsuit-hough-requests-20-million-default-judgment/

Bill Cosby Accused Of Drugging & Raping Actress Lili Bernard, Who Appeared In 'The Cosby Show', In N

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:25 GMT

Bill Cosby Accused Of Drugging & Raping Actress Lili Bernard, Who Appeared In 'The Cosby Show', In New $125 Million Lawsuit While Bill Cosby may have gotten released from prison earlier this year, he now has another legal matter on his hands. Yesterday (Thursday, Oct. 14th), actress Lili Bernard filed a lawsuit against Bill Cosby. In the new case, Lili Bernard accuses the disgraced comedian of drugging and raping her in Atlantic City, New Jersey around August 1990. Lili Bernard says that, after meeting Bill Cosby on the set of The Cosby Show, he offered to take her under his wing and mentor her. He also allegedly warned her of "the sexual pressures of Hollywood." During the late summer of 1990, Bernard claims Cosby invited her to Atlantic City with him under the premise of meeting a producer to help further her career. However, while at the Trump Taj Mahal (now known as the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City), Lili Bernard says Bill Cosby allegedly drugged her. After feeling "symptoms of dizziness, an urge to vomit, and weakness", Bernard said she passed out. While coming in and out of consciousness, Lili Bernard says she saw Bill Cosby allegedly undressing and-ultimately-raping her. Bernard also alleges that Bill Cosby threatened to "erase" her if she told authorities about the alleged sexual assault. In the lawsuit, she says she's suffered mental, psychological, and physical trauma, and she's resultingly seeking $125 million in damages. Regarding the matter, Lili Bernard commented: "I have waited a long time to be able to pursue my case in court and I look forward to being heard and to hold Cosby accountable for what he did to me. Although it occurred long ago, I still live with the fear, pain and shame every day of my life." She also seemingly addressed the filing on Instagram. Underneath a photo alongside her attorneys, Bernard in part wrote: "Today is the first day of the rest of our lives. God bless us all. Grateful to my attorneys Jordan Merson and Jordan Rutsky for their compassion and expertise."

In response to the lawsuit, Bill Cosby's spokesman-Andrew Wyatt-stated: "This is just another attempt to abuse the legal process, by opening up the flood gates for people, who never presented an ounce of evidence, proof, truth and/or facts, in order to substantiate their alleged allegations. Mr. Cosby continues to maintain steadfast in his innocence and will vigorously fight ANY alleged allegations waged against him and is willing and able to take this fight to the highest court in these United States of America." Notably, Lili Bernard's lawsuit isn't the only matter Bill Cosby has to deal with. As previously reported, the 84-year-old comedian is due in court this April to face allegations that he sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl in 1974. What do you think about the new lawsuit against Bill Cosby? Comment down below to let us know! [VIA] The post Bill Cosby Accused Of Drugging & Raping Actress Lili Bernard, Who Appeared In 'The Cosby Show', In New $125 Million Lawsuit appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/bill-cosby-accused-of-drugging-raping-actress-lili-bernard-who-appeared-in-the-cosby-show-in-new-125-million-lawsuit/

Brandy's Daughter Sy'Rai Smith Shows Off Weight Loss In New TikTok Challenge

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:51 GMT

Brandy's Daughter Sy'Rai Smith Shows Off Weight Loss In New TikTok Challenge Sy'Rai Smith, daughter of singer and actress, Brandy, is stepping into her own. In a new TikTok challenge, Sy'Rai Smith gives fans a glimpse of her amazing weight loss journey.

With a series of pictures, Smith shared before and afters to show her weight loss. @syraismithwait for me ?##fyp ##weightloss ? WFM - Realestk Paired with the song, 'Wait for Me' (WFM) by user Realestk, WFM is the newest challenge taking over TikTok featuring users showing before and after photos and videos of themselves. Watch Video on YouTube Back in July of this year, Brandy also posted a video revealing her daughter's weight loss. In the caption, she wrote, "S W I P E - Imagine that @syraismith. Forever inspired by you." View this post on Instagram A post shared by 4 e v e r b r a n d y ?? (@brandy) In addition to showing off her weight loss, Sy'Rai Smith also shared a video of her singing. As theJasmineBRAND exclusively reported earlier this year, Smith is gearing up to release her own music.

A source shared with us that the 19-year-old is preparing to release a project which is likely to be an EP. On her daughter entering the music industry, Brandy previously said, "It's my job to teach her everything I know about this business and about singing. But at the same time, [I want to] give her the space to find her own sound, find her own path, and just be here in the wings whenever she needs me. But I'm just so proud of her. She's so brave for embracing her music and her artistry. I can't wait to see how far she goes with it." What are your thoughts on Sy'Rai's video? Tell us in the comments. The post Brandy's Daughter Sy'Rai Smith Shows Off Weight Loss In New TikTok Challenge appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/15/brandys-daughter-syrai-smith-shows-off-weight-loss-in-new-tiktok-challenge/

Jeannie Mai Says She Didn't Want To Be A Mom Due To Childhood Abuse: It Still Scares Me Whether Or N

Posted by thebeat957 — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:35 GMT

Jeannie Mai Says She Didn't Want To Be A Mom Due To Childhood Abuse: It Still Scares Me Whether Or Not I Can Keep A Kid Safe From Someone Else Who Might Hurt Them Jeannie Mai is getting real about motherhood. The Real co-host Jeannie Mai, is opening up about her pregnancy and motherhood. In a new episode of her YouTube series, 'Hello Hunnay' the 42-year-old expecting mother explains why she didn't want children and what changed her mind.

In 2018, Jeannie Mai revealed she was molested by a family member when she was just nine years old. For years, Mai was adamant about not having children of her own, citing the fear of not being able to protect them. In her video she says, "It still scares me whether or not I can keep a kid safe from someone else who might hurt them." Watch Video on YouTube The host explained that the abuse continued throughout her teenage years until she ran away from home. She continued, "People who've really bad trauma, they're constantly burdened with this fear that something bad is going to happen next. I realize that the reason I didn't want to have kids is because that feeling when I was a kid was so real and so damaging to the point that I'm 42 today still dealing with trust issues and confidence." But her feelings about having children changed after dating her now-husband, rapper, Jeezy.

Mai confessed that she and Jeezy, who has two children of his own, initially did not want to procreate together. She said, "It seemed relieving, that there was no pressure on either side." However as things became more serious, Jeannie Mae says God "reminded" them "who's in charge." She added, "This love opened up visions and dreams of things I wanted to do with him that I never envisioned doing. Building a family. Building the type of childhood, and the type of freedom and love that we didn't always have as kids, in someone new."

Jeezy, Jeannie Mai As previously reported, after starting in vitro fertilization (IVF) on their wedding day, the couple found out that they had conceived on their own a week later. On her pregnancy now Jeannie Mai said, "I'm so thankful because I've never felt this ready. I've been through so much, and I've survived and I'm shining. My heart is ready. I was meant to be a mom."

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Drake Allegedly Did Not Want His Degrassi Character, Jimmy, To Remain In A Wheelchair: All My Friend

Posted by thebeat957 — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 21:17 GMT

Drake Allegedly Did Not Want His Degrassi Character, Jimmy, To Remain In A Wheelchair: All My Friends In The Rap Game Say I'm Soft Did Drake's character 'Wheelchair Jimmy' hold him back in the rap game? Before joining Cash Money Records, Aubrey Graham, professional known as Drake, played the character of Jimmy on the Canadian-based teen drama Degrassi: The Next Generation. But in season four of the hit show, things took a dark turn when Drake's character was shot in the back and left paralyzed from the waist down. Watch Video on YouTube Now in a new interview, show runner James Hurst explains that Drake wanted Jimmy out of the chair.

Drake James Hurst said he received a letter from a law firm stating the Six-god would not return as Jimmy if he stayed in a wheelchair. Seemingly confused James Hurst asked Drake to come see him. He said, "He came in and was like, 'What letter? I don't know about that.' And I said, 'All right, I understand. But how do you feel about the wheelchair?" He continued, "He's like, 'All my friends in the rap game say I'm soft because I'm in a wheelchair.' And I said, 'Well, tell your friends in the rap game that you got shot. How much harder can you get? You got shot, and you're in a wheelchair.' He was like, 'Yeah, yeah.'"

Hurst says that Drake was apologetic. He added, "I was very passionate about it, and I said, 'Aubrey, there's some kid somewhere in a wheelchair, who's completely ignored, who's never on television, never gets represented. I need you to represent this person. You're the coolest kid on the show, and you can say there's nothing wrong with being in a wheelchair.'" The Certified Lover Boy eventually backed down and went on to play 'Wheelchair Jimmy' through season eight before leaving the show. And in 2018, he reunited with his former cast mates for the video of his song, 'I'm Upset.' Watch Video on YouTube Do you think Drake's character Jimmy paved the way or hindered him? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. VIA The post Drake Allegedly Did Not Want His Degrassi Character, Jimmy, To Remain In A Wheelchair: All My Friends In The Rap Game Say I'm Soft appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/14/drake-allegedly-did-not-want-his-degrassi-character-jimmy-to-remain-in-a-wheelchair-all-my-friends-in-the-rap-game-say-im-soft/

Stacey Dash Admits She Had A Drug Addiction & Was Taking Up to 20 Pills a Day

Posted by thebeat957 — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:55 GMT

Stacey Dash Stacey Dash Admits To Secret Drug Addiction Stacey Dash is opening up about her personal struggle with drug addiction. On an upcoming episode of The Dr. Oz Show, she details her battle.

Stacey Dash The 57-year-old actress says that, at one point, she was taking "18 to 20 pills a day" and admits "I lost everything." Stacey Dash Admits She Had A Drug Addiction & Was Taking Up to 20 Pills a Day pic.twitter.com/GSi3sgg3zn — BACKUP ACCOUNT (@JasmineBrandTHE) October 14, 2021 She teases her upcoming appearance on social media writing: "I thank the Lord for being able to say that I have grown more over the last 5 years than I have in my entire life. I am so blessed to be surrounded by people who have loved and supported me through my most challenging time. Thank you all! I encourage anyone who has a story they are scared of telling to share it with the world. You never know who will be able to relate to you and who it can help."

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Lil Durk Wants His High School Diploma At 28: I Want To Challenge Myself

Posted by thebeat957 — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:16 GMT

Lil' Durk Wants To Get His Diploma At 28: I Want To Challenge Myself On My Goals And Real Life Situations Rapper Lil' Durk has more than music on his mind. In a new tweet, Lil Durk, 28, is opening up about finishing school and obtaining his high school diploma. Although the Chicago rapper already has plenty of platinum and gold plagues, he revealed that he wants to challenge himself.

Lil Durk In a tweet he wrote, "I'm going to get my high school diploma I want to challenge myself on my goals and real life situations."

Of course, Lil' Durk would not be alone in his pursuit of completing his education. Back in June 2020, rapper/singer Bryson Tiller announced he received his diploma at 27-years-old, while Migos member Quavo received his at 29 that same year.

Bryson Tiller

Quavo Celebrating his accomplishment, Bryson Tiller posted a video of himself in his cap and gown. In tweet he wrote, "Class of 2020 Graduation cap I never thought about going back to school until i started thinking about my goals and how to reach them..."

He added, "getting my High School diploma was step 1 Heavy check mark College is 100% next. thank you IHS & @JCPSKY."

Bryson Tiller Meanwhile, Quavo's shared his accomplishment on Instagram saying, "Finally Can Say I Graduated High School Class Of 2020. We Lit ? Now What College Should I Go To? ? And To Celebrate We Gonna Drop SMASH TONIGHT ?? BERKMAR HIGH NAWFSIDE BABY."

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Khlo Kardashian Says She Corrects People Who Comment That Her Daughter True Thompson Is 'Big' When

Posted by thebeat957 — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:04 GMT

Khlo Kardashian Says She Corrects People Who Comment That Her Daughter True Thompson Is 'Big' When They Mean To Call Her Tall: I Don't Want Her To Misinterpret That Khlo Kardashian is serious about reinforcing positivity when it comes to her daughter, True Thompson! Recently, Khlo Kardashian opened up about what she does to help keep the damaging effects of insecurity away from True Thompson, her young daughter. Khlo Kardashian revealed that one thing she does is correct adults who remark that her three-year-old daughter is "big." Khlo Kardashian says that, because she and Tristan Thompson are respectively 5'10" and 6'9", True Thompson is also fairly tall for her age. As a result, many well-meaning adults will see True and comment "She's so big!" However, Khlo is sure to correct them by being more descriptive, oftentimes responding: "Oh, she's so tall." Khlo Kardashian says that being more descriptive helps reinforce that the comment is not at all negative: "I try to make them be more descriptive. I know what an adult means when they say that, but I don't want her to misinterpret that."

Khlo Kardashian and True Thompson Notably, she also dished on how media scrutiny about her own size led Khlo to take this stance: "When it comes to food-I had so many issues. It wasn't from one person, I guess just from society or how people critiqued my body. So, I don't play when it comes to True." These comments come about six months after Khlo Kardashian addressed some of the negative things she's heard of herself over the years: "'Khlo is the fat sister.' 'Khlo is the ugly sister.' 'Her dad must not be her real dad because she looks so different.' 'The only way she could have lost that weight must have been from surgery.' You never quite get used to being judged and pulled apart and told how unattractive one is, but I will say if you hear anything enough then you will start to believe it. This is how I have been conditioned to feel, that I am not beautiful enough just being me." What do you think about Khlo Kardashian's revelation, and do you agree with her stance? Comment down below to let us know! [VIA] The post Khlo Kardashian Says She Corrects People Who Comment That Her Daughter True Thompson Is 'Big' When They Mean To Call Her Tall appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/14/khloe-kardashian-says-she-corrects-people-who-comment-that-her-daughter-true-thompson-is-big-when-they-mean-to-call-her-tall/

Megan Thee Stallion Announces 'Hottie Sauce' In New Partnership With Popeyes & Reveals She Is A Fran

Posted by thebeat957 — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 17:05 GMT

Megan Thee Stallion Announces 'Hottie Sauce' In New Partnership With Popeyes & Reveals She Is A Franchise Owner Popeyes is heating things up with Megan Thee Stallion. Rap star Megan Thee Stallion is taking her talents to the fast food industry. In a new tweet, the Houston hottie announced her new partnership with Popeyes featuring, 'Hottie Sauce.'

On Twitter she wrote, "Yesss Hotties it's true. Thee mf HOTTIE SAUCE IS DROPPING AT @Popeyes OCT 19TH. So pull up and get you some.

In addition to her new sauce, Megan Thee Stallion also announced that she is a franchise owner of the popular chicken brand and will be opening her own locations soon. In the same tweet she added,

"Not only that buttt ya girl is now a franchise owner and will be opening my very own Popeyes locations!" Along with the announcement, the Savage rapper also dropped a mini commercial on her Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Megan Thee Stallion (@theestallion) While promoting her new 'Hottie Sauce,' Megan stopped by the YouTube series the Hot Ones, to show off her love for all things spicy. In her caption she said, "I loveeee hot s*** I loveeee spicy food but I ain't gone lieee one of these sauces d*** near took me out. See how I did on @hotones with @seanseaevans on @firstwefeast YouTube channel." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Megan Thee Stallion (@theestallion) What are your thoughts on Megan's new partnership? Tell us in the comments. The post Megan Thee Stallion Announces 'Hottie Sauce' In New Partnership With Popeyes & Reveals She Is A Franchise Owner appeared first on theJasmineBRAND. via: https://thejasminebrand.com/2021/10/14/megan-thee-stallion-announces-hottie-sauce-in-new-partnership-with-popeyes-reveals-she-is-a-franchise-owner/