Sean 'Diddy' Combs Kicks Off the Holiday Season with HSN Debut of His Award Winning Sean John Fragrances

Interactive lifestyle network and retail destination HSN is kicking off the holiday season with two special-guest LIVE appearances from multi-talented producer, musician, actor, designer, entrepreneur and lifestyle icon Sean "Diddy" Combs as he debuts his award winning fragrances, Holiday Gift Sets and exclusive Sean John robe on HSN and www.hsn.com.

Sean "Diddy" Combs will unveil his men's fragrance collections Unforgivable and I Am King, and women's fragrance collection Unforgivable Woman during two special shows on HSN - Monday, November 30 at 11:00pm ET and Tuesday, December 1 at 1:00am ET.

"With the help of HSN, I'm going to be coming to your living room for the holidays," says Combs. "I can't wait to show HSN's viewers my lineup of Sean John Fragrances for men and women. It's the perfect time to shop for the holidays." (PR)

Keyshia Cole is Pregnant!

The rumor mills are doing overtime again, this time thankfully not churning out fake death stories, but rather ‘life’ ones. The rumor that Keyshia Cole is pregnant is spreading like wildfire over the internet. She is currently dating the handsome Cleveland Cavaliers player Daniel “Boobie” Gibson. It was common knowledge that she had moved in with him recently. The last time, rumormongers suggested that she was pregnant with Young Jeezy’s baby, with additional information that the alleged father was declaring everywhere the good news. (THEINDIAN)

R. Kelly to Host Thanksgiving Feast for Soldiers

Continuing his long tradition of supporting the country's men and women in uniform, R&B superstar R. Kelly will be hosting a special Thanksgiving dinner Wednesday evening (Nov. 25) for 200 soldiers from Walter Reed Army Medical Center and other U.S. Army facilities in the Washington, D.C., area.

The feast will be held at Washington's Constitution Hall, where the multi-platinum-selling recording artist will be performing later in the evening as part of his multi-city "Ladies Make Some Noise!" tour. Following the dinner, the troops will attend the concert as Kelly's guests.

"There's nothing worse than being away from your loved ones at the holidays," said Kelly. "This is my way of my way of saying thank you to all the brave men and women who have given up so much in order to protect us. It's their sacrifices that allow us to sleep comfortably at night and send our children off to school in the morning." (PR)

MTV JAMS HOSTS “CHICAGO DAY” ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27 FEATURING VIDEOS FROM SOME OF CHICAGO’S GREATEST INCLUDING KANYE WEST, COMMON AND JENNIFER HUDSON

Chi-Town takes over MTV Jams on Friday, November 27 with “Chicago Day” featuring videos from the hottest artists including Kanye West, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Lupe Fiasco, and many more. “Chicago Day” will also focus on showcasing talent from the underground music scene. MTV Jams partnered with Fake Shore Drive, Chicago’s #1 hip hop blog, to find some of the city’s up and coming new artists including Rhymefest, GLC, Ben One, Skooda Chose, and Scheme .

“Chicago Day” on MTV Jams marks a pivotal point in Chicago hip hop history, by not only showcasing national talent, but also by giving up and coming and independent artists the chance to shine alongside of them,” says Andrew Barber, founder of Fake Shore Drive.com.
“Chicago Day” will also look inside the music of the city and focus on the

philanthropic efforts of those dedicated to making the city a safer place for inner city youth. MTV News VJ, Sway and one of hip hops finest; David Banner hit the streets to talk to the people of Chicago. David Banner also talks with Sway about his “Heal the Hood” Organization, which is dedicated to stopping the violence that is plaguing the city. Sway also sits down with George Daniels, Godfather of Chicago music to talk about how the music in the city has evolved. (PR)

Disturbing Tha Peace Records introduces R&B artist & musician Rudy Currence with the holiday EP Last Christmas

Carolina based music sensation Rudy Currence, the most recent addition to the roster at Disturbing Tha Peace (DTP) Records, will release a holiday EP titled Last Christmas on November 24, 2009. The Last Christmas EP provides a sneak peek into Rudy Currence's highly anticipated debut album with DTP. The project was created and produced under Rudy's label Mike Chek Entertainment and features five songs including the title track "Last Christmas". Just in time for the holiday season, Last Christmas is available for purchase at various online music retailers, including iTunes, Amazon and Napster for $4.95.(PR)

Oprah Winfrey to Announce End of Show on Today’s Broadcast

Nov. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Oprah Winfrey will announce the end of her TV talk show on the air today as she prepares to start a cable channel with Discovery Communications Inc.

The television host will provide further details about her plans at that time, Don Halcombe, a spokesman for Winfrey’s Chicago-based Harpo Inc., said yesterday in an interview. She will host a show and develop programs for her Oprah Winfrey Network, according to two people with knowledge of the plans.

Nicole Richie Hospitalized With Pneumonia

According to POP, Nicole Richie has been hospitalized with a touch of pneumonia, but fear not fans, she's on the mend.

Her rep tells UsMagazine.com, "Nicole has checked into Cedars-Sinai where she is being treated for pneumonia. She is doing well."

Richie alluded to being dogged by sickness in a post on Twitter this past Sunday, writing "ok cold, it's been 6 days. Lets part ways graciously & keep it moving."

Reggie Bush Puts LA Home on The Market

NFL Player and reality star Kim Kardashian's boyfriend Reggie Bush is listing his LA Viewsite Terrance home on the market for $5,099,000. The palatial pad spans out to 4,831 square feet and has 4 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. Property records indicate that Reggie bought the home back in December of 2006 for $4,700,000. Check out the detailed description of the home below:

DESCRIPTION: Explosive 360 degree jet liner views set the stage for this urban oasis. The ultimate in LA lifestyle &perfect for a celebrity, this 4 bed 5.5 bath masterpiece is sited at the end of a prime sunset strip cul-de-sac. The Incredible sexy master suite is on its own floor with his and her bathrooms, and a closet fit for a king. Elevator, 4 outdoor plasma TVs, glass pocket doors, plush state of the art Movie Theater & smart home technology is only the beginning of this 4831sf entertainers paradise.(FeverMagazine.com)

RUSSELL SIMMONS HONORS JENNA BUSH-HAGER AND BARBARA BUSH AT DIAMOND EMPOWERMENT FUND DINNER DALLAS ROCKS

Bush Twins Honored With Rising Star Empowerment Award For Volunteer Work In Africa

On Saturday, November 14th Russell Simmons hosted his annual Fundraising Gala, Dallas Rocks in Dallas, TX for his Diamond Empowerment Fund charity.

Sisters Vanessa and Angela Simmons presented Jenna Bush-Hager and Barbara Bush with the Rising Star Empowerment Award for the charitable work they’ve done in Africa. Celebrities and Dallas socialites grooved to music spun by DJ Cassidy and enjoyed a special performance by Smokey Robinson. Rev Run celebrated his 45th birthday with his family and to celebrate jumped on stage and performed for the sold out dinner. Master of ceremonies Anthony Anderson revved up the crowd by auctioning off items to raise money for the Diamond Empowerment Fund. (AP)

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND "MONICA DANGER" IS A TRANSFORMER

LOS ANGELES , CA (November 18, 2009) – Noted as the bad girl of reality TV, Monica "Danger" spawned a new found lane of opportunity for many to follow. Only after a month of her new born daughter the young starlet is in the middle of launching her own tennis shoe called "Dangerous Kicks" and a graphic T-Shirt Line entitled "Dangerous Love," all while quenching her truest heart desire on a brand new canvas as an artist. (PR)

HOUSTON HIP HOP ARTIST BUN B AND BOOST MOBILDRIVE TO BENEFIT THE HOUSTON FOOD BANK

Boost Mobile to present $5,000 donation to Bun B's charity of choice, Bethel's Place, a local community development and outreach center

WHAT:

To aid in the fight against hunger this holiday season, Boost Mobile has teamed up with Houston hip hop artist, Bun B, to host a food drive to benefit the Houston Food Bank. The event will take place at the Boost Mobile retail store in Westhill Village . Boost Mobile will also be presenting a $5,000 donation to Bun B's charity of choice, Bethel's Place, a local community development and outreach center. Houston's KBXX 97.9 The Box will be onsite broadcasting live with giveaways from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. PR)

Shock Value II, Hotly Anticipated New Album From Super-Producer Timbaland, Now Due For Release December 8th, 2009

Multi-platinum producer, prolific hit-maker, and sonic innovator Timbaland has announced that his third solo album, entitled Timbaland Presents Shock Value II will now be released on December 8th, 2009, on Mosley Music Group/Blackground Records/Interscope Records.

The album is the follow-up to the super-producer's multi-platinum 2007 album Timbaland Presents Shock Value, which spawned three No. 1 pop singles, the Grammy-nominated "Give It To Me" (featuring Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake), "The Way I Are," (featuring Keri Hilson and D.O.E.), and a remix of OneRepublic's multi-platinum blockbuster "Apologize" (one of the best-selling singles of the decade). (PR)

50 Cent Plays Santa to Single Moms in Financial Trouble This Holiday Season With '50's Money For Moms' Contest With BET

During the next week, 50 Cent will not only be on television, on the Internet, and at a pair of retail stores promoting his new Before I Self Destruct album and film but he'll also be playing Santa this holiday season.

Amidst tough economic times, 50 Cent is implementing his own stimulus package, specifically to help single mothers. For "50's Money For Moms" contest in conjunction with BET, entrants must explain in 200 words or less why she -- or a single mother the writer knows -- deserves to win one of three grand prizes of $10,000 each from 50 Cent. Details and entries are available at www.bet.com/Site/contests_50cent.(PR)

Leona Lewis Records Theme For 'Avatar' Movie

Leona Lewis has recorded the main song for forthcoming movie 'Avatar'.

The James Cameron-directed film will hit the big screen in December, and fans will be able to hear Leona's vocals as the song 'I See You' is played during the closing credits.

Lewis worked with producers James Horner and Simon Franglen on the track, who worked on the Celine Dion 'Titanic' theme 'My Heart Will Go On'.

The singer's second album 'Echo' is released this week.

T.I. To Marry When He's Released From Jail

T.I. may be behind bars right now, but when he's released next year he'll marry his longterm girlfriend Tameka 'Tiny' Cottle.

The rapper is currently serving a year and one day sentence for illegal weapons charges stemming back to 2007. He entered jail on March 26 of this year, and will be a free man on March 26, 2010.

Although it was rumored T.I. and Takema had tied-the-knot in a secret ceremony just before his jail time began, both denied it soon after.

However, Cottle tells XXL magazine that once he's out they'll be getting wed. "Sometime [next] year," she revealed, "but we can't really give a date yet because we have to find out exactly when Tip is coming home."

"We'll have to just plan around that, but I envision a fairytale wedding." (ANGRYAPE)

Obama honors veterans at Arlington cemetery

ARLINGTON, Va. – President Barack Obama carried out the traditional Veterans Day role Wednesday, then made a surprise visit to a part of Arlington National Cemetery reserved for troops killed in Iraq and Afghanistan, walking among the grave sites and talking to mourners.

In his brief speech after a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns, Obama paid fond tribute to the determination of the U.S. military, from those who served generations ago to today's troops fighting in Afghanistan, Iraq and missions around the world.

"To all of them — to our veterans, to the fallen and to their families — there is no tribute, no commemoration, no praise that can truly match the magnitude of your service and your sacrifice," he said. (AP)

MULTI –PLATINUM PRODUCER, COMPOSER, SONGWRITER AND PIANIST - J.R. ROTEM CELEBRATES TWO NUMBER ONE SONGS THIS WEEK IN THE USA AND THE UK

Multi platinum powerhouse producer, pianist, and composer JR Rotem has had ground breaking and phenomenal success over the years, he has produced over 300 records worldwide while launching his label Beluga Heights and introducing many superstar artists to the world. JR has become one of the most red-hot and in demand producers in the game.

With deep musical roots, this versatile producer and songwriter is taking both the hip-hop and pop world by storm. He has worked with everyone in pop music from Rihanna to Britney Spears to Leona Lewis to Sean Kingston, whom he discovered and launched as an international pop star. This year, he has launched two breakout artists, Jason Derulo and Iyaz on Beluga Heights through his newly launched joint venture deal with Warner Bros records.

Not only is he breaking his own artists but most recently has had chart topping success with Rick Ross “The Boss”, Leona Lewis “Better In Time” and Plies “Bust It Baby.” He currently is in the studio with Flo-Rida, Drake, Plies,The Game and Toni Braxton just to name a few. Overseas he wrote and produced Britain’s favorite new boy band, JLS’ “Everybody In Love,” which hit number one in the UK just this week. Rotem’s magnetism, style, and endless abilities to produce hit records from scratch, combined with his musical genius, will only lead him to continued success. (FYI PR)

Swift wins 2nd straight BMI award for top song

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Taylor Swift started what could be an interesting week with her second straight song of the year award at the BMI Country Awards Tuesday, when Kris Kristofferson was honored as an icon.

Swift won for her song "Love Story" — the night before she contends for entertainer of the year at the Country Music Association Awards — Bobby Pinson won songwriter of the year and Sony/ATV Music was named publisher of the year.(AP)

Silent DC sniper mastermind Muhammad executed

JARRATT, Va. – Sniper John Allen Muhammad refused to utter any last words as he was executed, taking to the grave answers about why and how he plotted the killings of 10 people that terrorized the Washington, D.C., area for three weeks in October 2002.

The 48-year-old died by injection at 9:11 p.m. Tuesday as relatives of the victims watched from behind glass, separated from the rest of the 27 witnesses at Greensville Correctional Center, south of Richmond, Virginia. (AP)

Halle Berry to receive Sherry Lansing award!

LOS ANGELES – Halle Berry has something else in common with fellow Oscar winners Meryl Streep and Jodie Foster: The Sherry Lansing Leadership Award.

The Hollywood Reporter says Berry will receive the honor next month at the paper's 18th annual Power 100: Women in Entertainment breakfast.

The award recognizes groundbreaking contributions to the entertainment industry. Besides Streep and Foster, past recipients include Barbara Walters, Glenn Close and Lansing herself.

Hilary Swank will give the keynote address at the Power 100 breakfast, to be held Dec. 4 at the Beverly Hills Hotel. (AP)

Glamour Names First Lady Michelle Obama, Stella McCartney and Rihanna Among 2009 Women of the Year

Glamour magazine announces its annual Women of the Year tribute with 11 extraordinary and inspirational winners and one special-recognition honoree. Glamour's honorees have made unprecedented contributions to the worlds of entertainment, business, sports, fashion, science and politics. L'Oreal Paris is the title sponsor of the celebration at Carnegie Hall in New York City.(PR)

Serena Williams Teams Up with CVS/pharmacy to Launch National 'Active Lifestyle Skincare Destinations'

MISSION Skincare®, the innovative skincare company founded by tennis star Serena Williams, soccer professional Mia Hamm, and other world class athletes, will be launching "Active Lifestyle Skincare Destinations" in the beauty aisle of more than 5,000 CVS/pharmacy locations across the country beginning this week.

Stocked with innovative lip, face, body and sun care products, MISSION and CVS/pharmacy have set out to establish the latest category in the marketplace - "Active Lifestyles" - designed specifically for consumers who live an active and healthy lifestyle.(PR)

Buy Tickets Now for the 2010 ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL Taking Place July 2, 3 and 4 in New Orleans!

It's time to buy your tickets for the only place to be July 4th weekend! Tickets go on sale today for the ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL, which returns to New Orleans July 2, 3 and 4, 2010.

This year, the ultimate destination for entertainment, empowerment, culture and community celebrated its 15th anniversary with a record-breaking 428,000 attendees. Next year, in honor of the 40th anniversary of ESSENCE Magazine, the annual weekend of entertainment and inspiration promises to be better than ever, and will feature special weekend ticket packages ranging from $159-$3000 to commemorate the magazine's milestone year.

SEAL TO RELEASE HITS ALBUM DECEMBER 8

Burbank, CA - Grammy-winning vocalist and songwriter Seal will release a collection of his greatest songs on one CD, HITS, to be released December 8, 2009 on Warner Bros. Records. Fans can purchase a CD or CD/DVD package which includes the Seal 'Soul Live' dvd with nine amazing live performances from his worldwide hit album Soul.

Seal Hits will span the artist's 20 year career and be comprised of sixteen of Seal's biggest hit songs, along with two brand new tracks. These two new recordings, produced by David Foster, extend the concept of Seal's hugely successful 2008 covers album, Soul, which has sold more than three million units worldwide and received international critical acclaim. Seal brings his unique and exquisite vocal style to "I Am Your Man" written by Ashford & Simpson, first recorded by Bobby Taylor, and the Sly and The Family Stone classic "Thank You". Seal is currently in the studio recording a new album of original material to be released in 2010.

Celebrity Benefit for World's First Hip-Hop Museum in NYC Hosted by Chuck D and KRS One

The National Museum of Hip-Hop (NMoH) will host an exclusive celebrity fundraiser to benefit the development of the "first ever" true Hip-Hop Museum . This Red Carpet affair will take place on Feb 9, 2010 at the M2 Ultra Lounge, 530 West 28th Street, NYC.

Hosted by Chuck D and KRS One, this exclusive star-studded gala will raise funds and awareness for the construction and community initiatives of the museum. Guests will have a preview of some of the museum's building plans and programs. (PR)

Rihanna: Going back to Brown after beating 'wrong'

NEW YORK – Rihanna said Thursday that she regrets going back to ex-boyfriend Chris Brown after he left her bruised and battered during a February assault, warning other women facing domestic violence to not let themselves become blinded by love.

"It's completely normal to go back. You start lying to yourself," the 21-year-old singer said on "Good Morning America" in her first TV interview following the beating. "I'll say that to any young girl who is going through domestic violence: 'Don't react off of love.'" (AP)

Brown, 20, was arrested Feb. 8, hours after he was accused of beating Rihanna after the couple attended a pre-Grammy Awards party. He later pleaded guilty to felony assault and a judge ordered Brown and Rihanna to stay away from each other.

In the interview, Rihanna, who is no longer with Brown, said she was ashamed to go back to him after the attack. "That's embarrassing — that's the type of person I fell in love with. So far in love, so unconditional, that I went back," she said. "That's not what I want to teach people."

Chris Brown is unsure about his image

NEW YORK – Chris Brown says he is unsure about how the public perceives him since he attacked Rihanna.

Brown beat up his ex-girlfriend in February and is on probation for the assault.

In an interview with MTV News, the 20-year-old says he's "confused" about his public image. He says that he thinks his fans "love me and support me." But he acknowledges there are people "that don't want to see me do anything ... they wanna see me kind of, basically in jail."

He also says he's trying to get past the scandal and learn from his mistakes.

"Chris Brown: The Interview," premieres on Friday — the same day Rihanna's interview airs on "20/20."

The entertainer will release his third album, "Graffiti," on Dec. 8. (AP)

BeBe Winans Booted From Oprah After Brown, Domestic Controversy

BeBe Winans will not appear in forthcoming episodes of 'Oprah' as announced last month.

According to a spokesperson for the Winfrey, the "Close To You" singer will not be allowed to appear on her show until domestic violence charges filed against him are resolved.

Winans, who appeared with his sister CeCe to promote the recently released album "Still", was the subject of an online controversy stemming from Oprah's alleged banning of fellow entertainer Chris Brown.

According to Winans' ex-wife, who he allegedly pushed down during an altercation earlier this year, Oprah was wrong for allowing her husband to appear on her show and not an apologetic Chris Brown.

Speaking with TMZ, Debra Winans said she was "hurt by Oprah's decision to have Bebe on the show".

Oprah's spokesperson says Winans' taped segments, which involved a "karaoke challenge," will not air.

Winans is due in court on misdemeanor domestic assault charges January 20. (VIBE)

Boyz II Men's Member Contracts Swine Flu

Boyz II Men member Shawn Stockman, is the latest celebrity to contract swine flu, causing him to cancel his Soul Train Music Awards performance.

Stockman's diagnosis was confirmed Tuesday to CNN by his fellow band mates Wanya Morris and Nathan Morris.

"We tour eight months out of the year, and we are always traveling around," Morris said. Stockman was unable to fly to Atlanta Tuesday (Nov. 3) for their scheduled performance at the Soul Train Music Awards. "It's hectic for us always being in airplanes and airports," Morris added. "He got sick, and it hit him pretty hard."

Recently, Brian Littrell from the Backstreet Boys was hit with the virus, also known as H1N1.

"We go all over the world really, so I am surprised it hasn't happened earlier, to be honest," Morris said regarding Stockman. "I talked to him today, and he is doing much better." --Linda Hobbs (VIBE)

Rapper 50 Cent Will Ring in 2010 With a Special Performance at PURE Nightclub in Las Vegas

Nightlife and entertainment leader PURE Management Group (PMG) today announced that multi-platinum rap artist 50 Cent will ring in 2010 at PURE Nightclub with a very special New Year's Eve performance. World-renowned DJ Marshall Barnes will also spin throughout the evening.

"We are thrilled to welcome 50 Cent to PURE Nightclub to be a part of one of the most exciting nights of the year in Las Vegas," said Michael Gilmartin, director of public relations for PURE Management Group. "50 Cent is one of the top artists in the world, so what better place for him to perform than at PURE Nightclub, one of the hottest nightlife venues in the world." (PR)

Alicia Key's to perform at the Latin Grammy Awards!

Twelve-time GRAMMY® winner Alicia Keys, Latin GRAMMY® winner Daniela Mercury, and current Latin GRAMMY nominee Reik are the latest performers added to the stellar lineup for the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards telecast, it was announced today by The Latin Recording Academy®. In celebration of the 10th anniversary Alicia Keys will join Alejandro Sanz for a special Latin GRAMMY performance. Calle 13 and Ruben Blades' performance will feature Cirque du Soleil's "Mystere," and Laura Pausini's number will showcase the daring feats of strength of "Le Reve."

Rihanna Speaks to Glamour in First Exclusive Interview This Year

In her first interview of the year, Rihanna opens up about the past year, how it inspired her new album and her message to girls. For her courageous comeback and philanthropy, the magazine will honor Rihanna as a Glamour Woman of the Year at its gala awards ceremony at Carnegie Hall on Monday, November 9. (PR)