Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker are making history as the first celebrity couple to enter daytime TV's talk arena with The Boris and Nicole Show. The summer series, which aired its first episode on July 6th, will aim to serve up a different dish in one of television's toughest categories. While the male/female host concept is far from unique, this couple's entrance into … [Read more...]
Box Tops for Education: 10 Things Every Parent Should Know about Supporting Their Child’s Education
Last Thursday, I had an absolutely wonderful time at the Box Tops for Education Town Hall that was held on the campus of Spelman College. And one might think that my excitement about the evening was due to meeting husband and wife team and celebrities, Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker, in person. And the groupie in me is not going to lie...I was pretty excited to meet them. … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Mariah Carey Celebrates Obama’s Victory with New Song and More
Mariah Carey released the song "Bring it On Home" celebrating President Barack Obama's victory this week. The song debuted on Jermaine Dupri's website Global14.com and includes the lyrics: "We're just everyday people trying to make it through the pain. Yet we intentionally hurt each other playing silly games. But when it comes down to win or lose, don't give up the fight. … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker Celebrate Seven Years, Nick Cannon Raises Awareness About Bullying
Actor Boris Kodjoe wished his wife, actress Nicole Ari Parker, a happy 7th anniversary by penning the poem "The Seven Year Itch" for her, although the "itch" Kodjoe described in the poem had nothing to do with the desire to stray from his other half. Boris ends the poem, in which his "itch" is his desire to be with Nicole, with: "You've always been my itch. My … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Nicole Ari Parker Hits Broadway, Grant Hill Shares Parenting Lessons
Actress Tisha Campbell Martin is auctioning off her wedding gown on ebay to raise money in support of friends' Will and Jada Smith's New Village Leadership Academy. Tisha and hubby Duane Martin, whom she married in the dress 17 years ago, posted a video message on Whosay about the sale, and in Tisha's message under the video she wrote "I hope whoever purchases it wears it cuz … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Beyonce And Jay-Z Enjoy Post-Baby Date Night; Mariah Carey Creates Video Tribute To Whitney Houston
Beyonce and Jay-Z stepped out to their first Knicks/Nets game post-baby. The two seemed to be having a fun time courtside watching basketball sensation Jeremy Lin. {The Stir} Mariah Carey paid tribute to her friend, the late Whitney Houston, by putting together a video of clips of the two singers together. Set to Whitney and Mariah's hit 90s duet "When You Believe" the … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Jada Dedicates New Song To Will, Holly Robinson Peete Renews Vows With Rodney
Jada Pinkett-Smith wished hubby Will Smith a happy Valentine's Day by devoting her new song, Burn, to him. Along with the song, which Jada released on her Facebook page, she posted a note to her husband of 14 years which ended with the phrase: "We were born to be loved and to love...fiercely. Will, I love you. Happy Valentine's Day. This is for you." No telling whether Jada's … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Erica Campbell Gives Birth To Third Child; Chris Rock To Team Up With Dave Chappelle?
Congratulations to singer Erica Campbell of the group Mary, Mary and her husband Warryn Campbell. Erica gave birth to the couple's third child, daughter Zaya Monique, on Tuesday January 24. Baby Zaya was 6lbs, 12 ounces and Erica said "Feeling so thankful and so blessed to have our sweet Zaya finally make her grand entrance into the world! God is awesome, our family couldn't be … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Mariah and Nick Show Off “Dem Babies”; Will Soul Food Get Another Go On The Small Screen?
Looks like we'll all finally get a first look at Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's little ones. 5-month-old twins Monroe and Moroccan will make their television debut on ABC's 20/20 tonight. The couple also spills details about their difficult conception and high-risk pregnancy to Barbara Walters. {USA Today} Rumor has it that Twentieth Century Fox is looking to bring the … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Is Holly Robinson Peete Leaving The Talk?
Looks like actress Essence Atkins will be getting a bundle of joy under her Christmas tree. The 39-year-old star announced that she is expecting her first child with husband Jamie Mendez on Christmas Day. Essence and Jamie have been married for three years. {Black Celeb Kids} Former WNBA baller Sheryl Swoopes has been at the center of controversy this week as news of her … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Rev. Run To Write A Book With Tyrese, Mel B Talks Pregnancy
Beyonce and Jay-Z were photo'd out strolling through Battery Park in NYC earlier this week. Bey was taking a moment to relax after losing her voice during a concert in London while filming her ITV special A Night With Beyonce. The superstar opens up during the special which airs in December, dishing about her frequent runny nose, sweating profusely during concerts, and … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Monica Prepares For New Album; First Lady Defends President Obama On Africa Trip
Tia Mowry and actor Cory Hardrict welcomed their first child, an eight-pound baby boy they named Cree Taylor Hardrict. A docu-series following the star's pregnancy, Tia and Tamera, debuts on the Style network in August. {US} The 2011 BET Awards brought out a few of our favorite Black celeb couples. Mary J. Blige, who performed a highly approved medley of her hits on the … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Beyonce Or Jay-Z – Who Made More In 2010?
Director Spike Lee caught was the target of some less-than-kind words from actor Clifton Powell last week. On the Russ Parr Morning show, Powell accused Lee of being a hater for speaking openly about his dislike of movies by director Tyler Perry. Lee dismissed the beef via twitter. {St. Louis American} Rapper Jay-Z has outearned his superstar wife Beyonce for the first time … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Nick Cannon’s Next Move, Holly Robinson Peete’s Whirlwind Mother’s Day
Beyonce revealed in a Billboard interview that her new album will be simply titled, 4,which in addition to being her fourth solo album is the singer's favorite number. In the interview she also spoke about taking much-needed time off from her music career before this album and shed light on her split with her ex-manager and father Matthew Knowles, which she says came with no … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Sherri Shepherd Prepares For August Wedding, Chris Rock Heading To CNN?
Rapper/Actor LL Cool J was photo'd out headed home from a dinner date with his wife, Simone. The couple has been together for more than 20 years. {Media Takeout} Actress Nicole Ari Parker tweeted last week that her new film, 35 and Ticking, will open in theaters in Atlanta and Baltimore on May 20. The romantic comedy focuses on the lives of 30-somethings and also stars … [Read more...]