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Rihanna’s New man
Posted in Dating, Rihanna on the November 20, 2009
Rihanna is reportedly dating someone new and it’s being said that it’s ‘90210’ actor Tristan Wilds. He was a very important guest at a party in the singer’s Los Angeles home that the Barbadian babe was throwing to say goodbye to her friends before heading off to London last week. An insider said “No one knew why Tristan was there initially, because it was not an industry party — it was very intimate. But everyone quickly realized they weren’t meeting for the first time, because they were openly affectionate for everyone to see…He’s a real gentleman. She likes him a lot, and it shows. From the moment he walked into her party, Rihanna lit up.”
Rihanna Talks New Album
Posted in Rihanna, new album on the November 19, 2009
Rihanna recently went around Europe on a promotional tour for her forthcoming album called ‘Rated R’. The 21-year old singer recently spoke to the Associated Press about her album, saying that it is a real reflection of who she is. The Barbadian babe said “I feel like my fans, they knew me, they knew what I looked like, but they didn’t really know what my personality was. But I wanted to give them more of who I really was because I feel like that was a connection I was missing.” ‘Rated R’ will be hitting stores this coming Monday, November 23.
Rihanna’s Rider
Posted in Concert, Rihanna on the November 14, 2009
Rihanna’s concert tour rider has been revealed, all thanks to The Smoking Gun. The 21-year old Barbadian singer requests for a lot to be in her dressing room but at least they’re not over the top. Among the things listed on her rider as 24 buffalo wings with hot sauce on the side, 1 whole roasted chicken spiced with jerk season and cut into parts and steamed white rice, 1 bag of good quality tortilla chips, 1 small bag of salted plantain chips, and 1 bag of fire hot crunchy Cheetos brand cheese doodles. The rider also says that Rihanna may ask for hard boiled eggs, turkey bacon and turkey sausage at any time throughout the day so organizers better be prepared. It’s obvious she loves food.
Rihanna to Give Worldwide Live Performance
Posted in Live, Rihanna on the November 12, 2009
With Rihanna’s album ‘Rated R’ being released on November 23rd, the singer and her camp are doing everything to ensure it’s a success, especially after the mixed reaction to the first few singles. The Barbadian babe has teamed up with Nokia to help with promotions. On November 16th, Nokia will stream a live performance of Rihanna in London for fans to get an exclusive first listen of her album. The event will allow viewers to preview her tracks from the new record with the whole thing being done in a secret location. In addition, Nokia will also offer an exclusive version of the album via the Nokia Music store. Rihanna said of the partnering, “I am so excited to partner up with Nokia. They are doing some really revolutionary things with this album, enabling me to reach more fans than ever before.”
Rihanna speaks to Glamour
Posted in Chris Brown, Rihanna on the November 3, 2009
She just couldn’t hold it in any longer, could she? Well, she did make it on the front cover. It seems that even though a talk about “the event” with Rihanna was promised for Thursday morning, the singer took the opportunity to spill her guts in Glamour magazine where she did an interview in which she talked about the whole Chris Brown-related incident. When asked about how it had changed her, Rihanna replied the following: I’m stronger, wiser and more aware. You don’t realize how much your decisions affect people you don’t even know, like fans.” Yes, woe unto the fans of Rihanna for now they have to put up with her not-so satisfying new music. Chris Brown definitely managed to really hit a soft spot there!
Chris Brown will donate proceeds from latest tour
Posted in Chris Brown, Concert, Concert Tour, Rihanna on the October 23, 2009
Shamed singer Chris Brown will reportedly donate proceeds from his latest tour to a charity as he continues to try to reform his public image.
The 20-year-old is set to headline an event that raises hundreds of thousands of dollars to help and mentor people with intellectual disabilities in Florida.
And he will also donate portion of proceeds from his tour as well as volunteer to help out Best Buddies International, according to reports.
Despite Brown’s recent high-profile conviction for beating ex-girlfriend Rihanna, Anthony Shriver, who is part of the Kennedy clan and heads the charity, said he deserves a new chance.
In a email, he wrote: “I support Chris Brown’s efforts to show the world why he deserves a second chance, given that the commitment he has made to Best Buddies - not only to perform at our Miami Gala, but also to join the Best Buddies family as a volunteer - is a huge step in the right direction. I also appreciate Chris’ generous offer to donate a portion of proceeds from his tour to Best Buddies.
“I believe Chris’ fans will be equally inspired to support Best Buddies’ mission… once they see his enthusiasm and commitment to the cause - and just how much his efforts mean to our participants.”
The non-profit gala will take place in Palm Beach on November 20.
Source: Splash News
Chris Brown is learning from his mistakes
Posted in Chris Brown, Rihanna on the October 22, 2009
The singer has recently given an interview in which he apparently tries to reason with everybody that what he did was perfectly natural and excusable. Here’s what Chris Brown said about himself: I’m human. If people feel a certain way, I’m not going to say they’re wrong. But it’s not right to judge somebody when people make mistakes all the time. I’ve learned from my mistakes and I’m learning from them. And I regret every moment, every second of it.” Heartening as his words are, Chris Brown seems to be overlooking one small detail: everybody loves judging everybody else. So, if he messed up, he should be sure it’ll be on his rap sheet for a long, long time… but, no need to worry, that’s what makes the lesson all the more valuable;
Rihanna and Justin Timberlake Couple Up
Posted in Dating, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Rumor on the October 6, 2009
After a 3-year relationship with Jessica Biel, Justin Timberlake is wasting no time in moving on to sexy singer Rihanna. Supposedly, the two were spotted dancing pretty hot and heavily at the VMAs after party in New York and then took their own party back to the Barbadian babe’s hotel room. Word has it that Justin’s actress ex found out about the rendezvous within days. A source tells Star magazine “Rihanna and JustinTimberlake have been talking and texting on the phone nonstop since the VMAs. She asked him on the phone, ‘Are you still with Jessica?’ And he hinted that things were cooling off between them.”
Country singer Miranda Lambert admires Rihanna’s fashion sense
Posted in Fashion, Rihanna on the October 2, 2009
Country singer Miranda Lambert admires Rihanna’s fashion sense.
Lambert believes that the risks the Umbrella singer, 21, takes with her clothing really pay off.
Lambert told okmagazine.com: “She is constantly surprising me with her style and inspiring me to break out and try new things.”
The 25-year-old added: “I don’t necessarily get inspired by the whole no-bra thing, [laughs] but I love that you never know what she’s going to wear. It always keeps you guessing, which makes her sassy and interesting.”
Rihanna has recently been spotted in some very raunchy outfits at Paris fashion week.
Source: Splash News
Singer Rihanna has annoyed the Catholic Church in Italy
Posted in Rihanna on the September 30, 2009
Singer Rihanna has annoyed the Catholic Church in Italy.
The Umbrella singer on a recent trip to Venice has worn a racy outfit and this angered the Catholic Church.
British newspaper The Sun have reported that the 21-year-old was taking a trip on a gondola and tried to go into Saint Mark’s Basilica in the city’s Piazza San Marco but couldn’t get it because she was so skantly clad.
Strict rules state that the ex of singer Chris Brown could only enter if her shoulders and legs were covered.
Rihanna resolved the situation by rustling up some clothing to cover her up.
Source: Splash News
Singer Justin Timberlake is not secretly dating Rihanna
Posted in Dating, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Rumor on the September 22, 2009
Singer Justin Timberlake is not secretly dating Rihanna.
The rumours that the Cry Me A River singer, 28, is breaking up with his current girlfriend actress Jessica Biel, 27, and secretly seeing Rihanna, 21, are not true.
According to Gossip Cop, a spokesperson for the Umbrella singer completely denied it and even said: “C’mon.”
Justin and Biel started to be linked in 2007 after Timberlake broke up with famous actress Cameron Diaz.
Rihanna has recently split with her ex singer Chris Brown after the allegations that Brown assaulted her.
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2009 MTV VMA winners are
Posted in Beyonce Knowles, Britney Spears, Eminem, Green Day, Lady Gaga, MTV VMA, Rihanna, T.I., Taylor Swift on the September 14, 2009
MTV Video Music Awards 2009 winners:
BEST VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Beyonce, Best Video of the Year
BEST NEW ARTIST
Lady Gaga
BEST MALE VIDEO
T.I. featuring Rihanna, “Live Your Life”
BEST FEMALE VIDEO
Taylor Swift, “You Belong With Me”
BEST POP VIDEO
Britney Spears, “Womanizer”
BEST HIP-HOP VIDEO
Eminem, “We Made You”
BEST ROCK VIDEO
Green Day, “21 Guns”
BEST VIDEO (THAT SHOULD HAVE WON A MOONMAN)
Beastie Boys, “Sabotage”
BEST BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO
Matt and Kim, “Lessons Learned”
Oprah: Chris Brown needs counselling
Posted in Chris Brown, Rihanna on the September 3, 2009
Oprah Winfrey has urged Chris Brown to seek counselling.
The talk show queen hit back at comments that the disgraced singer, who was convicted of beating up ex-girlfriend Rihanna, made to a US magazine.
Brown said that he felt the fact Oprah dedicated one of her shows to domestic violence - which she said was inspired by the Umbrella singer - was a “slap in [the face]“.
He said: “I commend Oprah on being like, ‘This is a problem.’ But it was a slap in my face.
“I did a lot of stuff for her, like going to Africa and performing for her school.”
R&B star Brown, 20, added: “She could have been more helpful, like, ‘OK, I’m going to help both of these people out.’”
A representative for Winfrey, 55, said: “Oprah is very appreciative that Chris Brown performed at her school, but she takes domestic abuse very seriously.
“She hopes he gets the counselling he needs.”
Brown was sentenced last month to 180 days physical labour and five years’ probation.
Chris Brown Aims for a Comeback Slowly
Posted in Chris Brown, Keri Hilson, Rihanna, Video on the August 26, 2009
Chris Brown filmed a cameo in Keri Hilson’s new ‘Slow Dance’ music video in Los Angeles last week. The 20-year old R&B singer seems to be taking the slow route when it comes to attempting to make a comeback by only taking on very little appearances and cameos. Chris is expected to be back in court for sentencing this week for assaulting Rihanna after a party earlier this year. Maybe that’s why he’s still keeping his schedule light. Recently, a new track from Chris, called ‘Changed Man’, was leaked and people believe that this was some sort of apology for the Barbadian beauty.
Rihanna’s testimony not for prying eyes
Posted in Chris Brown, Rihanna on the June 22, 2009
The singer who is going to testify against her ex-boyfriend, Chris Brown, who assaulted her earlier this year, will be doing so behind closed doors. It seems that Rihanna’s testimony will not be televised so we won’t be able to see what she’s going to say about what Chris Brown did. Oh well, guess we’ll have to settle for the press release… but it’s just not fair! It’s not fair that so many of Rihanna’s fans will not get the chance to see her slander her former boyfriend. But then again, why not be good Christians about this and consider the fact that this will be a lot easier on poor Chris Brown who has a lot on his shoulders lately.
Rihanna is being sued by her neighbor
Posted in Rihanna on the June 17, 2009
A man by the name of Christian Moeller, who apparently lives next door to the famous singer’s rented LA mansion, is suing Rihanna because she allows cars that go to her driveway to drive right over Mr. Moeller’s lawn and ruin it. Also, the cars apparently get abandoned on Christian Moeller’s estate. Really now? Considering the kind of cars the people who would visit Rihanna would have, does Christian Moeller really want to go through a lengthy lawsuit when he can just collect these probably not very small consolation prizes? After all, if the cars get abandoned, it’s clear that nobody really wants them anymore, isn’t it?
2009 BET Awards Nominees
Posted in BET Awards, Beyonce Knowles, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Rihanna, Soulja Boy on the June 16, 2009
BET Awards 2009 Nominees
THE NOMINEES LIST:
Video of the Year
Beyoncé – “If I Were a Boy”
Beyoncé – “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)”
Jamie Foxx f/ T-Pain – “Blame It”
T.I. f/ Rihanna – “Live Your Life”
Kanye West – “Heartless”
Best Male R&B Artist
The-Dream
Jamie Foxx
Ryan Leslie
Ne-Yo
T-Pain
Best Female R&B Artist
Beyoncé
Keyshia Cole
Keri Hilson
Jennifer Hudson
Jazmine Sullivan
Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
Lil Wayne
Rick Ross
T.I.
Kanye West
Young Jeezy
Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
Lil Mama
M.I.A.
Trina
Best Group
Day26
GS Boyz
N.E.R.D.
The Roots
Three 6 Mafia
Best New Artist
Keri Hilson
Kid Cudi
Ryan Leslie
M.I.A.
Jazmine Sullivan
Viewer’s Choice
Beyoncé – “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)”
Keri Hilson f/ Lil Wayne – “Turnin’ Me On”
Lil Wayne – “A Milli”
Soulja Boy Tell’em f/ Sammie – “Kiss Me Thru the Phone”
T.I. f/ Rihanna – “Live Your Life”
T-Pain f/ Lil Wayne – “Can’t Believe It”
Kanye West – “Love Lockdown”
Best Collaboration
Jamie Foxx f/ T-Pain – “Blame It”
Keri Hilson f/ Lil Wayne – “Turnin’ Me On”
Jim Jones f/ Ron Browz and Juelz Santana – “Pop Champagne”
T.I. f/ Rihanna – “Live Your Life”
Yung L.A. f/ Young Dro and T.I. – “Ain’t I”
Video Director of the Year
Benny Boom
Rik Cordero
Gil Green
Chris Robinson
Hype Williams
BET J Award
Musiq Soulchild
Raphael Saadiq
Seal
Solange
Jazmine Sullivan
Best Gospel Artist
Regina Belle
Shirley Caesar
Mary Mary
Smokie Norfu
Trin-I-Tee 5:7
Chris Brown’s Lawyer Wants Case Dismissed
Posted in Chris Brown, Music, Rihanna on the May 4, 2009
If you’re wondering about that big bargain that went down regarding Chris Brown’s trial, sources claim that the R&B singer’s lawyer, Mark Geragos, has swayed the Superior Court judge into delaying his case until May 28th. Apparently, his primary goal is to have the case dismissed all together. He thinks the case against Chris should be thrown out because of the number of leaked classified information over the past few months, including the picture of Rihanna’s injuries. A criminal defense attorney commented on the situation saying “Geragos makes an issue of leaked evidence, it’s unlikely the judge will dismiss the case. It’s not police conduct at issue here, it’s Chris Brown’s.”
Rihanna plans all-girls empowerment tour
Posted in Ciara, Keyshia Cole, Music, Rihanna on the May 2, 2009
Rihanna is planning an all-girls ‘empowerment’ concert tour, according to U.S. reports.
The Umbrella singer hopes to be joined by RnB singers Ciara and Keyshia Cole for the gigs set to take place in cities across North America.
"Rihanna wants strong women to join her," said a source.
"This is a ‘women empowerment’ type of tour."
Ciara and Keyshia Cole are reportedly already in negotiations to join the tour.
Rihanna announced last week that her first gig since she was allegedly beaten by boyfriend Chris Brown will take place next month in Dubai.
Her last public performance was January 29 in Los Angeles.
Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z furious with Chris Brown
Posted in Chris Brown, JAY-Z, Rihanna on the February 12, 2009
Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z is extremely pissed with the actions of Chris Brown over his alleged assault on R&B star Rihanna. And Jay-Z has indicated that he is not going to keep mum over the incident and will vent his anger and Chris Brown will have to bare the brunt.
The Los Angeles Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for Brown and he later himself turned up for the investigations into felony battery with a woman who is believed to be Rihanna. Jay-Z is the one who discovered Rihanna and then mentored her and is therefore enraged upon hearing the allegations.
He has said to a US magazine - “He hit the roof. Chris is a walking dead man. He messed with the wrong crew.”
These threats are ridiculous! Certainly what has happen is horrible but threatening him will do no good. Just say that u’r pissed or can’t believe it or whatever. The only women he should be threatening people over is Beyonce (not to mention his family!) THAT’S IT!