Saturday, May 31, 2008

Japanese woman caught living in man's closet

Sorry, this story is so funny, I was reading this yesterday and burst out laughing just visualizing a tiny woman curled up in this guys closet. Although in all honesty some people's closets are the size of my apartment, had she been living in MY closet, however small she was, she'd still be hanging out in some way or another...

After the fact, the guy said she was "neat and clean", how considerate LOL, lived in his closest without him knowing for a whole year and cleaned up.. He should hire her as his maid..

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A homeless woman who sneaked into a man's house and lived undetected in his closet for a year was arrested in Japan after he became suspicious when food mysteriously began disappearing.

Police found the 58-year-old woman Thursday hiding in the top compartment of the man's closet and arrested her for trespassing, police spokesman Hiroki Itakura from southern Kasuya town said Friday.

The resident of the home installed security cameras that transmitted images to his mobile phone after becoming puzzled by food disappearing from his kitchen over the past several months.

One of the cameras captured someone moving inside his home Thursday after he had left, and he called police believing it was a burglar. However, when they arrived they found the door locked and all windows closed.

"We searched the house ... checking everywhere someone could possibly hide," Itakura said. "When we slid open the shelf closet, there she was, nervously curled up on her side."

The woman told police she had no place to live and first sneaked into the man's house about a year ago when he left it unlocked.

She had moved a mattress into the small closet space and even took showers, Itakura said, calling the woman "neat and clean."

Snapshot of the Day

Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon and her cutie pie twins..

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Bill Cosby's famous TV sweaters up for auction

Some of Bill Cosby's legendary patterned sweaters his long-running television hit "The Cosby Show" will be auctioned off next month to benefit a charity set up in memory of the actor's late son.

Never available to the public before, three of the iconic sweaters worn by Cosby's character, Dr. Heathcliff Huxtable, on the show in the 1980s and '90s will be sold on EBAY’s Giving Works charity listing arm from June 2-12. Opening bids will start at $5,000 per item on www.eBay.com/cosby.

The proceeds will benefit the education charity Hello Friend/Ennis William Cosby Foundation, which was established in 1997 by the Cosby family to continue the legacy of Cosby's son Ennis after his murder in Los Angeles.

Snaphot of the Day

Sarah Jessica Parker and Jennifer Hudson @ the New York Premiere of "Sex & the City".

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Kim Kardashian rages at Houston Imposter

Kim Kardashian has taken aim at a lookalike who is earning money by making nightclub appearances impersonating the socialite and reality TV star.

Kardashian was furious when she discovered an imposter was paid to pretend to be her at a Houston, Texas hotspot - and she's taking a stand using her blog.
She writes, "I am angry and disappointed to hear that people are going around a Houston, Texas, nightclub pretending to be me and pretending to work with me, lying and conning my friends and fans.

"A man in Houston has been selling tickets and promoting me and my image without my permission - and you know who you are - and taking a look-a-like to clubs pretending to be me, but hiding behind dark sunglasses and curtains - refusing to meet or speak to anyone.
"The truth is, I was not in Houston this week and have no plans to come to Texas until the end of June.

"Houston, I love you and I'm sorry!!!! Please spread the word about these con artists!"


Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Hiding in Hip Hop: The Down Low Brothas

Check out the latest installment and exclusive interview with Terrance Dean @ BOSSIP..

Taster below, guess who...
For those that know me, check out the comments LOL...

“Malcolm”
A record mogul who has diversified his success in music, business, clothing, and politics and who always has a stunning woman on his arm, had his boy toy in VIP with him (at an industry party)

“Gus”
An R&B singer/songwriter who had written major hits for artists including En Vogue, SWV and Changing Faces. His clear skin, dark eyes, bushy eyebrows and short wavy hair….he was just too pretty. He eventually became a “gangster styled” artist.

“Craig”
Top rapper who was a part of a successful rap group that changed the dynamics of hip-hop with their philosophical rhymes over hard-core beats. Craig garnered attention because of his rugged good looks that made him a standout in the group.

“Drake”
He was a member of one of the most popular R&B groups. They had several number one Billboard hits, and the young girls loved him because the adorable, sexy front singer, Drake had a flamboyant stage presence. He was very eccentric in his style, defying more conventional looks in his appearance. Drake didn’t hold back when he performed either…showing his muscular frame. [He] branched out on his own as a solo artist and had a huge hit single which led to a few acing roles in major motion pictures.

“Eli”
A popular multiplatinum rapper who started his own label. Eli was a forced to be reckoned with. He flew out the gate with his debut album and would become a mainstay in the ever-changing Hip Hop industry. He has been hailed as one of the greatest rappers to bless the mic.

“Quinn”
He had a velvet melodic voice and broke out with a sensual single in the late 90’s. His self-titled debut album produced two top Billboard hits.

“Galvin”
Once a part of a legendary R&B group who had experienced a brief stint as a successful solo artist, was allegedly linked romantically to an A-list male actor.


Friday, May 23, 2008

Hip-hop pioneer `Slick Rick' pardoned by N.Y. gov

New York Gov. David Paterson is granting a full and unconditional pardon to rapper Ricky "Slick Rick" Walters for the attempted murders of two men in 1991.The pardon is expected to halt efforts to deport Walters to the United Kingdom, the country he left as a child.

The eyepatch-wearing star behind the '80s rap classic "La-Di-Da-Di" served more than five years in prison after the shooting of his cousin and another man. Both survived.

The governor says Walters is now a rap artist and landlord in the Bronx who hasn't had any criminal problems since his release from prison in 1997. He also says Walters has volunteered to counsel youths against violence.


VIDEO OF THE DAY - ABBA - Dancing Queen

Ok, don't know why but having a total ABBA moment.. And yes I am in possession of their GOLD Album, what do you have to say about that??

So being the wonderful person I am I posted a vid WITH THE WORDS so you can all sing along..

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Go Man U...

Ok, so was totally peeved about this, only because for some strange reason I thought I would be able to watch this after work...

Don't know where I got the idea that even though it was screening Eastern time they would still be playing after 5.30pm.. You live and learn.


Of course the only person that recorded it only recorded the match and not the winning penalty shootouts, isn't that just grand??
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Amid thickening rain and an unbreakable 1-1 tie, the game came down to a penalty-kick shootout. After an unfortunate slip by the Chelsea captain John Terry sent his potential winning kick off the post, Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar blocked a shot by Nicolas Anelka, giving United the championship. A deafening chorus of English fans sent shudders through Luzhniki Stadium.

Full story HERE

American Idol...

Ok, so I really don't watch the show, seriously always preferred the original Brit version, just found the "US" one so Americanized, but then it's a US version, so why wouldn't it be???

Anyhoo, only posting this because I must have had about 6 phone calls and 3 texts re "Did you watch American Idol??" - No I bloody didn't..
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Rocker David Cook has been crowned winner of American Idol - scoring 12 million more votes than fellow finalist David Archuleta.
Over 97.5 million votes were cast by the show's fans, a record for the hit Fox series.


Tuesday, May 20, 2008

And The Winner Is.....

Kristi Yamaguchi came into the "Dancing With the Stars" finale with a perfect score and left with the mirrorball trophy.

The figure skater's victory Tuesday over pro football star Jason Taylor broke the string of four consecutive male winners. She was the first woman to claim the "Dancing" crown since the show's opening season.


Entertainment Quick Bits...

Congrats to Damon Dash and wife Rachel Roy who gave birth to their second child Tallulah Ruth last week.

Check out Ne-Yo's new blog yearofthegentleman.com

After six years of delays, the long-awaited R. Kelly sex tape trial is set to begin with opening arguments today.

Janet Jackson has announced she will be hitting the road for a North American tour - her first in seven years. The singer/actress will open her "Rock Witchu" tour in Vancouver, British Columbia on September 7, 2008, followed by dates in New York and Washington, D.C.

Barack Obama became an honorary member of a native American tribe yesterday and promised policies to help tribal people if he wins the White House in November.

Tyson, the documentary of ex-champ Mike Tyson’s rise to fame as the youngest pro fighter to hold a heavyweight title, played to acclaim and an extended ovation this past weekend at France’s prestigious Cannes Film Festival.

Random Stuff: Donkey Charged With Assault And Battery Imprisoned

Funny stuff...

A donkey is doing time in southern Mexico for assault and battery.

Police say the animal was locked up at a local jail that normally holds people for public drunkenness and other disturbances after it bit and kicked two men near a ranch in Chiapas state.

Monday, May 19, 2008

'Lil Wayne Speeds Off For 'Fast & Furious' Sequel

Lil Wayne has his sights set on a speedy new film role - he's in negotiations to land a role in the next Fast & The Furious movie.

Fast & Furious 4 will be released on DVD in 2009 and will star Vin Diesel and Paul Walker.

Michelle Rodriguez is also reportedly heading back for the fourth film in the movie franchise.

Lil Wayne will also star in Forest Whitaker's new film Patriots

The REAL Football - Soccer

Be sure to tune in to Chelsea's match against Manchester United THIS WEDNESDAY for the Champions League final in Moscow.

Not sure if watching "Bend it Like Beckham" yesterday has anything to do with this post, LOL.





Sunday, May 18, 2008

Snapshot of the Day

Designer LT - Dezire Design repping Fashion Meets Music

Thursday, May 15, 2008

Plus-Size Whitney Thompson Wins 'America's Next Top Model'

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay Whitney...

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Whitney Thompson became the first plus-size woman to win "America's Next Top Model" on Wednesday night.

"People always say you have to be stick-skinny, emaciated and unhealthy and I've kind of stood up for [being full-figured] my whole life," Thompson told the New York Post in her first post-victory interview.

"I'm not going to lose 50 pounds — if someone asks me to do that, I'll go to another [modeling] agency," she said. "I've already heard online from boys and girls all over the world who are dealing with eating disorders. They're thanking me for standing up and saying, 'I am a plus-size model and I am beautiful.'"


Tuesday, May 13, 2008

SAVE THE DATE - THURSDAY 15th MAY 08

Fashion Meets Music and FireVision Entertainment present Rio Live, the hottest new Thursday night event to hit the Valley.

Runway Shows, Live Performances including Younge Sinatra, Celebrity DJ's, Giveaways, Dancing & Special guests.

Red Carpet: 9pm.

RSVP: FMMEVENT@Gmail.com

NYC judge sentences Remy Ma to 8 years in prison

A weeping Remy Ma was sentenced to eight years in prison Tuesday for shooting a woman outside a Manhattan nightclub. "I feel so bad for all the physical and mental pain you've gone through," the Grammy-nominated rapper told the victim. "This has taken a toll on us and both our families. I would never wish you harm and I pray the best for all of us."

Full story HERE

Friday, May 9, 2008

Forever Young – Stacey Dash

Stacey Dash currently gracing the cover of Smooth Magazine.

Does she ever grow old? Seriously, she looks amazing.. Go Stacey.


Thursday, May 8, 2008

Artist Spotlight: YOUNGE SINATRA

Fresh New Sound: Self-proclaimed Prince of the ‘O’ (Oakland, California), Younge Sinatra brings a fresh new sound from the Bay Area music scene. Younge Sinatra explains his style is updated more universal. Breaking out with his own brand of bay music, he’s improved on the old frenzied Hyphy sound, retooling it into a more pristine and steady groove the Bay calls “Go music”.

Check out the full feature HERE

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Estelle f/Kanye West - American Boy - Video

Yes, yes, I know I'm so wrong with posting this up waaaaaaaaaaaay late, especially with my 'rep London' mindset..

But, this track has suddenly hit me again and now I can't play nothing else but it..

Dedicated to MY "American Boy" Andrew..



Tom Hanks Officially Endorses Barack Obama

Tom Hanks has officially announced his support of U.S. Presidential candidate Barack Obama, and has even posted a video on YouTube.

“I’m Tom Hanks and I want Barack Obama to be the next president of our country,” Tom confesses in the episode, thankfully titled, Beware: Celebrity Endorsement.

"I want Barack Obama to be president of this country, a country that once said that people of his skin color were only 3/5 of a human being. My support for Obama isn’t just about breaking boundaries, it’s because of his character and vision," Hanks says.

Always the comedian, and poking fun at celebrity-obsessed America, Hanks concludes with: “As an official celebrity, I know my endorsement has just made your mind up for you."

Monday, May 5, 2008

Happy Cinco De Mayo


The Repo Man - Video

Sheesh, wasn't too sure what to make of this especially since the Bentley they were trying to repossess belonged to Lil Kim.

Yes the economy, this kind of s**t is happening all around us, thank God Andrew and I own all our vehicles And yes I said OWN and ALL, they may not be new but they're all paid for.

Damn the way I look at things, if it was to get really bad at least we know we've got a car to sleep in and the others to store our belongs, lol.

Check out the video..


Sunday, May 4, 2008

Diddy's walk of fame ceremony - Video

Jaime Foxx, LA Reid , Russel Simmons and others reflect on Diddy receiving a star on Hollywood's the Walk of Fame!

Friday, May 2, 2008

FLASHBACK - Artful Dodger Feat. Craig David - Re-Rewind - Music Video

For all my UK peeps..

What can I say about this... THOSE WERE THE DAYS.

Re-E -Wind, when the club
say Bo Selecta...

Enjoy..




Want to be a backup singer for Alicia Keys??

The R&B star is inviting female singers who are aged 21 to 30 to "audition" via MySpace.

Hopefuls have until May 5 to submit a video, 30 seconds or longer, of themselves singing a capella to Keys' MySpace site according to a release.

Ideal candidates "must be physically fit and able to dance."

There's no word yet on what portion of the "No One" singer's tour the backup singer would take part in; however, current dates run now through June 18, with more on the way.

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Luenell drops in on late night talk with Spike Feresten

Missed it?

See it HERE


For media information on Luenell contact: Eugenia Wright, Pres. of ISA PR www.isapublicrelations.com 818.552.9459 or kleopatragirl117@hotmail.com