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Academy Awards First Black President Responds To Outcry Over Oscars “Whiteout”

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The first black woman to head the Academy of Motion Picture Arts says they’re committed to diversity, but this year’s nominees tell a different story. Are her comments to be trusted?

Via NY Daily News reports:

The first black president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences spoke out Friday night in an exclusive interview with The Associated Press about the Oscar nominations and the widespread criticism that followed.

Cheryl Boone Isaacs insisted the academy is “committed to seeking out diversity of voice and opinion” and that outreach to women and artists of color is a major focus.

“In the last two years, we’ve made greater strides than we ever have in the past toward becoming a more diverse and inclusive organization through admitting new members and more inclusive classes of members,” Boone Isaacs said. “And, personally, I would love to see and look forward to see a greater cultural diversity among all our nominees in all of our categories.”

Boone Isaacs declined to address whether she and the academy were embarrassed by the slate of white Oscar nominees, instead insisting that she’s proud of the nominees, all of whom deserved recognition.

“What is important not to lose sight of is that ‘Selma,’ which is a fantastic motion picture, was nominated for best picture this year, and the best picture category is voted on by the entire membership of around 7,000 people,” Boone Isaacs said.

Besides best picture, the film received just one additional nod — for original song — in what was widely viewed as a significant snub. But fans shouldn’t feel that way, she said: “It’s nominated for the Oscar for best picture. It’s an award that showcases the talent of everyone involved in the production of the movie ‘Selma.'”

Though she repeatedly stressed the Oscars are a competitive process and that she’s proud of the year’s nominees, Boone Isaacs acknowledged that diversity needs to be mandatory in both story and storyteller.

“It matters that we pay attention to, again, the diversity of voice and opinion and experience, and that it doesn’t slide, it doesn’t slide anywhere except for forward,” she said. “And maybe this year is more just about let’s kick it in even more.”

It’s probably worth noting that a 2012 survey by the Los Angeles Times found the academy was 94 percent white, overwhelmingly male and with a median age of 62. There are currently around 7,000 members and there’s no requirement to retire so it’s probably safe to say the Academy will mostly be made up for old white men for quite some time to come.

Still, after the uproar this year it’s pretty obvious something needs to be done to be sure that black actors and projects are being equally considered, riiiiight?

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Badgal Diaries: Rihanna & Her Crew Make It Clap For The Cameras In Throwback Vacation Footage [Video]

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Rihanna And Her Friends Twerk It Out On St. Bart’s Vacation

Roc Nation badgal Rihanna is quietly gearing up for the release of her next album “R8″ in 2015, but she had one last hoorah at the end of last year just before getting back to business.

Rih-Rih, who is notorious for getting it poppin with her crew in front of the cameras, hit up St. Barts over the holidays and BFF Melissa Forde recently shared this video from their island vacay.

Hit the flip for more pics of Rihanna and her ride-or-dies living it up in St. Barts.

¿Qué celebridad representaría a tu país en Miss Universo?

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¿Alguna vez imaginaste que pasaría si tus celebridades favoritas concursaran para el Miss Universo? Aquí te traemos nuestras “candidatas” favoritas. Vamos a ver cómo te queda el ojo después de ver esta galería.

See more at: Lossip

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Watch: “Empire” Beauty V. Bozeman Real Life Video For “What Is Love?” [Video]

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V. Bozeman Beautiful In “What Is Love” Video

V. Bozeman flexed her vocal prowess on the premiere episode of “Empire” with a little bit of her new single “What Is Love.” Now watch the full video! This chick is a serious stunner.

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True Or False? Is Broke-Azz Peter Thomas Hitting Up His Celeb Contacts For Handouts?

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Peter Thomas Rumored To Ask Celebs For Cash

Is Peter Thomas back up to his rumored sheisty ways? A recently revealed blind item claims that a cash-thisrty Peter chased Diddy around a party early last fall, begging him for a loan to help kick start yet another business. Blind item via Crazy Days & Nights:

September 14, 2014

This husband of an Atlanta Housewife spent an entire party trying to get a loan from this A+list producer/mogul and wannabe singer.

Revealed: Peter Thomas/Sean Combs

Hmmm…it wouldn’t be the first time Peter needed a lil extra funding to get his ventures off the ground. But do you think this blind item is true?

The Joys Of Being White: ‘Zombie Killer’ Shoots Black Police Chief 4 Times And Is Released Without Being Arrested Or Charged

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Oklahoma Man Shoots Black Police Chief And Is Not Charged

So White people can even shoot Black cops and not be punished?

Via Think Progress reports:

In Oklahoma, a white “survivalist” shot a police chief three times in the chest and once in the arm. The shooting did not result in an arrest or charges and the man, identified by local media as 29-year-old Dallas Horton, has been released.

In a press release, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation said, “Facts surrounding the case lead agents to believe the man was unaware it was officers who made entry.” But Louis Ross, the Sentinel, Oklahoma police chief who was shot, said that he entered the home after “Washita County 911 received two calls from a man who identified himself as Dallas Horton, and claimed to have a bomb inside the head start school.”

Ross cast doubt on the credibility of Horton’s claim that he didn’t know officers were present, noting that there was “screaming from five officers of the law announcing our presence, requesting to see hands.” Ross only survived the shooting because he was wearing a bulletproof vest. He has “massive bruises and welts on his body” and the shot that hit his arm “went clean through.”

In a second statement released yesterday the Oklahoma State Bureau Of Investigation said Horton was “fully cooperating with the on-going investigation” and “no traces of explosives were found.”

A Facebook profile identified by Raw Story, that purports to be from a Dallas Horton of Sentinel, contains numerous racist images.

A sign on the front door of Horton’s home says he’s a “Certified zombie killer.” The mayor of Sentinel, Sam Dlugonski, described Horton as a “gun enthusiast” and survivalist. Dlugsonski was familiar with Horton, saying, “I’ve known that kid all of his life.”

What the hell!?!?


Body On FLEEK: Amber Rose Shows Off Her Bangin’ Baaaawdy In A Cake Baring String Kini [Photos]

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Amber Rose Shows Off Her Body In A Swimsuit

Amber Rose recently made jaws drop after she showed off her INCREDIBLE body in a thong swimsuit.

Wiz Khalifa’s estranged wife is currently soaking up sun in Miami…

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and putting her bangin’ azz baaaaaawdy on blizzy in a thong bikini.

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Got dayum Amb!


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Dame Dash Gets Into Filmmaking, Swears He’s “The Next Woody Allen”

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Damon Dash Jumps Into Flimmaking

Could Dame Dash hop into the Oscar race next year? Via Page Six:

Damon Dash, who filed a $25 million lawsuit against director Lee Daniels in August, claiming he owes him money from his investment in “The Butler” and other movies, is about to become a filmmaker himself.

We’re told Dash will be producing, directing and financing three movies. The music mogul was spotted filming “Mixed Nuts” at Chelsea nightclub The Lenora last week, where he was heard immodestly calling himself the “next Woody Allen” (we assume he just means in the filmmaking sense).

We’re told the project spotlights comedian Smokey Suarez, whom Dash calls “the new Richard Pryor.” Dash, when he isn’t busy being the “new Woody Allen,” will also ­appear in the film.

Hmmm….what do you think BOSSIP fam? Could Dame make some pretty poppington films?

Bye Ashy!!! Kenya Moore Denies Asking Lupita Nyong’o To Take A Pic With Her At The 2015 Golden Globes

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Kenya Moore Denies Asking Lupita Nyong’o For Picture At Golden Globes

But….

Via Inquisitr reports

Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kenya Moore is struggling to clear the air after an attempt to shade actress Lupita Nyong’o went horribly wrong.

As recently reported by the Inquisitr, Kenya Moore was reportedly not happy when the Academy Award-winning starlet refused to take pictures.

Kenya even took to her Twitter account to call Lupita out for her alleged behavior.

Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kenya Moore is struggling to clear the air after an attempt to shade actress Lupita Nyong’o went horribly wrong.

As recently reported by the Inquisitr, Kenya Moore was reportedly not happy when the Academy Award-winning starlet refused to take pictures.

Kenya even took to her Twitter account to call Lupita out for her alleged behavior.

When one of Moore’s followers asked her if she was shading Nyong’o, she had this to say about the encounter.

In retrospect, there is nothing in those tweets that directly imply that it was Kenya Moore herself with whom Lupita Nyong’o refused to be photographed. Those initial tweets by Moore certainly seemed to imply to the public that she was personally snubbed.

However, it is now painfully clear that if Kenya Moore was hoping to benefit from this alleged diss, her plan backfired to an embarrassing degree. Much of the backlash over this incident has hit Kenya herself.

The consensus seemed to be that the actress had every right to not be photographed with Kenya. There were even those who cheered Lupita for refusing to have her picture taken with the offended reality tv starlet.

Kenya seems to have realized that she is looking none too good because now her story has changed. Or rather, Moore is working to clarify why she was upset with Nyong’o.

Unfortunately for Kenya Moore, this may be a “too little, too late” situation.

Although reports of the social media comment are circulating, it seems to have done little to alleviate the backlash.

Some are wondering why Kenya Moore waited until after all of the negative commentaries to attempt to make the public understand what actually happened with Lupita Nyong’o.

First this:

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But now this:

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Wait… WHAT!?!?

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Catch Fade: Beyonce’s Dancers Les Twins Sucker Punched And Beat Up After Talking Isht At Las Vegas Dance Off

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Beyonce Dancers Les Twins Sucker Punched At Las Vegas Dance Off

You can’t be serious!!!

Via TMZ reports:

Dance duo Les Twins — featured on Beyonce/Jay Z’s recent tour — were embroiled in an intense dance battle Friday … it got so heated one of them got punched in the face!

The twins were competing at Revolution Lounge in Las Vegas … and the person who shot the video says Laurent and Larry Bourgeios were trash talking with the opposing dancers.

Laurent eventually tries to make peace, but when he extends his hand he’s swiftly gets punched in the face.

We’re told the man who threw punches was booted … and the competition ended with no winner.

Calls to the Mirage and Les Twins went unreturned.

What would Beyonce do??

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Epitome Of A Bad Mother: NJ Woman Sets Her Newborn On Fire In The Middle Of Neighborhood Road

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Mother Sets Newborn Child On Fire In Middle Of Her Neighborhood

This a really horrific story.

Via MailOnline:

A newborn baby has died after its mother allegedly doused it in a flammable liquid, set it alight and left it burning in a road.

Witnesses say 22-year-old Hyphernkemberly Dorvilier got out of her car and stopped in the middle of Simontown Road in Pemberton Township, New Jersey, on Friday night and burned the child alive.

Medics rushed to the scene and airlifted the young child, which was still alive and breathing when they arrived, to St Christopher’s Hospital in Philadelphia with severe burns. However the baby succumbed to its injuries a short time later.

Emergency services were called to the scene after residents described a ‘commotion’ inside a nearby home before the horrific act.

Neighbor Dave Joseph, 45, told Bucks County Courier Times the woman said she was burning dog feces and said she had a calm demeanor. Mr Joseph’s wife then notice what was really going on and screamed. The woman then tried to flee but residents stopped her.

He said: ‘It was just mind-boggling. It was a nightmare even if you have a strong heart. Hopefully she’ll pay for it.’

Dorvilier is currently in custody with bail set at $500,000. We can’t imagine how a twisted mind like hers could possibly work to make her want harm any child that way, much less her own. SMH.

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Were You Watching??? Twitter Reacts To Lifetime’s Whitney Houston Biopic

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Hate it or love it?!

Whitney Houston Biopic Reactions

Last night Lifetime attempted to redeem themselves premiered the Whitney Houston biopic to mainly positive reviews.

According to celebs and fans on Twitter the network did a much better job with the film than the Aaliyah movie and they gave Angela Bassett her props.

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What did YOU think??? Hit the flip for more reactions to the Whitney Houston biopic.

SMH: Missouri Police Apologize For Brutally Beating Black College Student They Mistakenly Arrested

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Missouri Police Handcuff And Assault The Wrong Person

A Missouri college student with a CLEAN record says he no longer trusts police after they confused him with a criminal.

KMOV reports:

St. Ann Police apologized to a college student after they admitted to causing severe injuries to his face after accusing him of a crime he didn’t commit on Thursday.

Police were in pursuit of Anton Simmons, who had 17 warrants our for his name, when 22-year-old Joseph Swink crashed his car trying to avoid the police pursuit on Interstate 70.

“They ended up grabbing him [Swink], tossing him to the ground, and were trying to handcuff him,” said St. Ann Police Chief Aaron Jimenez. “All the sirens and lights were going off. It was very loud and they couldn’t hear anything the citizen was saying.”

Swink is an accounting student at UMSL with no criminal record and was on his way home from an internship when he was accidentally involved in the pursuit.

Police say they were able to get him into custody using the least amount of force necessary, but when they finally had him in handcuffs on the ground, they heard on their radios that the real suspect was in custody at a different location.

Swink suffered severe damage to his ear and his vehicle was totaled.

“I never really had 100 percent trust in police before,” Swink said. “But I really don’t now.”
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Chief Jimenez says he has given a sincere apology for the entire situation.

SMH….this sounds like a lawsuit waiting to happen.


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Pure Comedy: Twitter Goes Into A Uproar Over Amber Rose’s Instagram Thirst Traps

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Twitter Reacts To Amber Rose’s Outstanding Instagram Photos

This weekend was chock full of entertainment. Many went to see the Oscar-snubbed MLK biopic ‘Selma’, others went to see to theaters to “hoo-rah” along with ‘American Sniper’, some simply stayed home to watch the NFL playoffs. Despite the many conversations surrounding these events, none of them inspired the 140-character street corner known as Twitter quite like Amber Rose’s jaw-dropping Instagram photos.

On first sight, the social media sphere was flooded with hilarious tweets in reaction to Muva Rosebud’s lovely lady lumps.

Flip the page to have a laugh, or two, or 14.

Image via Instagram

Oprah Winfrey And Stars Of “Selma” March In Alabama [Video]

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Oprah Leads Celebrity March In Selma, Alabama

This is something we should all put on our bucket list.

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DJ D-Nice shared some of his amazing photography from the march.

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How beautiful are these shots of the bridge?

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Save The Last Dance: Two Men Shot In Oklahoma Strip Club While Getting Lap Dances

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2 Men Shot While Getting Lap Dances In Oklahoma Strip Club

What is the world coming to when a man can’t bump n’ grind in peace?!

Via NYDailyNews

Two men are lucky to be alive after being shot while enjoying a lap dance at an Oklahoma strip club.

The duo were partying at Cloud 9 in Tulsa at 2:34 a.m. Saturday when they were hit by a bullet fired from outside, reports KRMG.

The projectile passed through a wall and into one of the pair’s arms, before bouncing off the second man’s chest.

It then landed in his lap.

Both men were sitting down and receiving erotic dances from strippers.

Tulsa police Capt. Cathy Reynolds said the victim who was struck in the arm was rushed to hospital and treated for non life-threatening injuries, according to Tulsa World.

The second man was uninjured as the bullet had lost all of its energy by the time it hit his chest, she added.

Cops are now investigating the incident, reports Public Radio Tulsa.

But they do not have a motive for the shooting, and there were no witnesses outside the club.

A lil’ night cap and some a$$ might get yo’ a$$ capped at night.

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