When it comes to dropping gems of wisdom, media mogul and former talk show host Oprah Winfrey is the one for the job. In a recent sit down with Vogue, Winfrey opened up about her long term relationship with Stedman Graham and why the couple never chose to tie the …
Read More »Shonda Rhimes Inks Deal with Netflix, Ending Her 15 Years with ABC⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
After a 15 year run with ABC, Shonda Rhimes has signed a “a multi-year deal to produce new series and other projects” with Netflix, reports Variety. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Rhimes’ longtime producer, Betsy Beers, will also join Rhimes over at the popular streaming service. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ While Rhimes will still be involved with …
Read More »Wedding’s Off, But Evelyn Lozada is Keeping the Ring
Relationships may end, but the diamonds last forever. At least that’s what Evelyn Lozada seems to think about the 14.5 carat diamond ring that she’s refusing to give back to her ex-fiancée, Carl Crawford. The ex-MLB superstar proposed to Lozada back in 2013, but three weeks ago, when the two …
Read More »Oprah Winfrey Introduces Her Own Food Line: ‘O, That’s Good!’
The ‘O, That’s Good!’ line includes four refrigerated side dishes and four refrigerated soups—all with a healthy “twist.” From the Cauliflower mashed potatoes to the Baked Potato Soup, Winfrey is excited to introduce a variety of dishes that can cater to the masses, even those who typically wouldn’t have access …
Read More »Raven-Symone’ Says Being Body Shamed as a Child Led to Her ‘Mental Issues’
During an interview with PEOPLE, Raven-Symone spoke candidly about her childhood issues with her weight and how she wishes she was raised in today’s society where body shaming is becoming less acceptable. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The 31-year-old said that being body shamed as a child for her size led her to experience …
Read More »Rolling Stone Publicly Apologizes to Charlamagne tha God
After publishing the July 31 article titled “Janet Mock Speaks Out Following Charlamagne tha God’s Controversial Morning Show”, Rolling Stone magazine has come forward and acknowledged that they misconstrued Charlamagne tha God’s words and painted him in a negative light. In an article posted Monday on Rollingstone.com, the magazine apologized …
Read More »Hawaii Could Fall in the Middle of Trump and North Korea’s Aggressive Conflict
As the tension between Trump and North Korea gets thicker, sources report that the chances of Hawaii being pulled into the conflict are likely. While in New Jersey at a golf course, Trump issued aggressive threats towards North Korea during a press conference Tuesday. Trump promised to rain “fire and …
Read More »Charlamagne Tha God Threatens to Sue Rolling Stone Over Transphobic Comments
Charlamagne Tha God is planning to sue Rolling Stone, if they don’t apologize for wrongfully accusing him of making transphobic comments. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Charlamagne drafted a legal letter to the magazine claiming that their July 31 article on Rollingstone.com, titled “Janet Mock on Charlamagne tha God’s Transphobic Comments,” is an example of …
Read More »Preschool Teacher Saves Children From Sexual Abuse After Reading Man’s Text Messages
A preschool teacher was able to save two children while aboard a Southwest Airlines flight, after seeing horrific messages from a man sitting in front of her. According to the San Jose Police department, 56-year old Michael Keller was texting on his smartphone with large font, when the woman realized …
Read More »Black Women Murdered at Higher Rates than Any Other Race Due to Intimate Partner Violence
According to a new report published Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than half of female homicide victims are killed in connection to domestic violence also known as intimate partner violence. Women of color have falling victim to these cases at the highest rates. More than …
Read More »Military Says Trump’s Transgender Ban is Not Happening Just Yet-blogged by @thereal__bee
Trump ignited a political uproar on Wednesday when he randomly announced via Twitter that transgender people would no longer be able to serve in “any capacity” in the United States military, without any explanation as to what would happened to the approximately 15,000 trans people already serving. Now, the Joint …
Read More »Woman Who Sued Gym For “No Judgment” Policy Against Trans Members is Taking Case to Supreme Court-blogged by @thereal__bee
A woman is taking her case to the Michigan Supreme Court after suing a gym chain for their “no judgment” policy for transgender members. Yvette Cormier first made headlines in 2015 after she lost her membership to #PlanetFitness for a complaint about a trans woman using the women’s locker room …
Read More »Just Days After the Election, Mike Pence is Preparing to Target the LGBT Community-blogged by @djb.jewelz
Mike Pence, the vice-president-elect, is suggested to be “the most powerful vice president ever.” Only days after the election, Pence is showing his power by replacing Chris Christie as chairman of Trump’s transition team. He is already preparing to fill the major positions in the incoming Trump administration. While he may have power, …
Read More »Cubs Fan Knocked Out Cold For Taunting Indians Fan
-blogged by @djb.jewelz While the Cleveland Indians may have lost the World Series, one Chicago Cubs fan may have taken the biggest loss of the night. 36-year old Alan Anderson was knocked out cold by an Indians fan, right outside the Progressive Field stadium in Cleveland. As both were leaving the stadium, …
Read More »Whoopi Goldberg Launches ‘Ugly Christmas Sweater’ Collection
-blogged by @djb.jewelz Whoopi Goldberg is already an award-winning actress, and now she can add clothing designer to her lengthy resume. The 60-year old “The View” host has designed an “ugly Christmas sweater” collection comprised of nine sweaters. Her special collection will go on sale at Lord & Taylor and Hudson’s Bay …
Read More »Woman Hits Jackpot at Casino Only to Find that Her Win is Null and Void
-blogged by @djb.jewelz Katrina Bookman’s pocket change turned into millions within a matter of minutes. While playing the slot machine at Resorts World Casino in Queens, NY, Bookman hit the jackpot winning $42.9 million. She even took a selfie as proof. When she approached customer service employees at the casino, however, …
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