Monday Madness

Singer T Pain was reportedly injured recently while riding a scooter backstage at a concert. The singer, according to rumors, had two front teeth knocked out. Rapper TI was sentenced to a year and a day in jail. The sentence stems from an October incendent where the rapper's bodyguard purchased several weapons and silencers on the rapper's behalf. Be sure to catch the new season of "The Real Housewives Of Atlanta" on BET. On the tube: "House" on Fox, "Dancing With The Stars" on ABC and "How I Met Your Mother" on ABC. Tops at the box office: "Monsters Vs Aliens". Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

Michael Sarver was given the boot on "American Idol" last night. This narrows the competion down to nine contestants. Rapper Lil Jon is offering fans a free download of his latest mixtape. Singer Ciera is preparing for the release of her next cd, so be on the lookout. On the tube tonight: "Terminator" on Fox, "Numbers" on CBS, and 20/20 on ABC. In theaters this weekend: "The Haunting". Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

The competion is down to 10 contestants on "American Idol", with the group paying tribute to the music of Motown, with Motown founder Berry Gordy and Motown legend, Smokey Robinson, in the audience. My overall favorites, I have to say, are Lil and Chris. I think they are among the best contestants the show has had and have what it takes to sustain a long career in the entertainment industry. Only time will tell who will become the next idol. Check out the trailor for Beyonce's next film, Obsession. Although, it appears to be a modern day "Fatal Attraction", it looks great. On the tube: The "American Idol" results show on Fox, "CSI, Miami" on CBS and "Lost" on ABC. Have a good one!

Tuesday Tales

Actor Terry Crews, who plays the charator Julius on "Everybody Hates Chris" will replace 50 Cent in the latest Sylverster Stalone film. I'll have a title and release date as soon as it becomes available. Singer Jill Scott is currently doing Broadway. Be sure to check her out. "American Idol" has been prempted by President Barack Obama's address to Congress. Happy Tuesday!

Monday Madness

Be sure to check out the new season of "America's Next Top Model". Tyra Banks, the show's creator and host, says it will continue, despite the fight that occured a few weeks ago outside the studio where the show is taped. Singer Chico DeBarge has helped form an organization to help at risk youth avoid prison time. Tops at the box office this week: "Knowing". On the tube: "Dancing With The Stars" On ABC, "House" and "24" on Fox and "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS. Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

Rapper Jim Jones is slated to release a documentary in conjuction with his next album, "Pray For Reigh". Stay tuned. Rumor has it there's a rift between rapper Queen Pen and the female co-host of "106 And Park". Here's hoping the rumors are not true. On the tube: "Terminator" of Fox and "20,20" on ABC. In theaters this weekend: "Duplicity", "I Love You, Man" and "Knowing". Finally, although it's a subject probably best left alone, I'd like to weigh in on the 50 Cent/ Rick Ross beef. It's seems that 50 is attacking Ross for trying to be something hs's so obviously not. This, I believe is silly, because the industry is chocked full of what I'd like to call posesers. Guys who act on reccords. This has has been the case for quite some time, and if I'm correct, then 50 should make like Santa and make a list and check it twice for all the posers out there. Just a thought, but what do I know. Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

Sad news out of Hollywood, actress Natasha Richardson has died. Richardson, 45, had been on a ski trip in Canada when she fell hitting her head. She was married to actor Liem Nieson. The couple has two children. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Rapper Lil Wayne has been hit with a copywright infringement suit. A folk singer claims the rapper sampled her song without permisson for his album track, "When I Die". Wayne's attorney says no money has been made from the song. On the tube tonight: "Bones" on Fox, and "CSI, New York" on CBS. Happy Thursday!

Wednesday Roundup

Rap band The Roots are preparing for a upcoming tour. I'll give details regarding show dates and places as soon as they become available. Actor Vin Diseal is back! The actor is preparing for the release of "Fast And The Furious" slated for a April 3 release. In the latest in the never ending 50 Cent/Rick Ross drama, it appears that 50 has contacted another ex of Ross's, and it appears that she may have made a porn film and 50 has purchased the rights and leaked the film to the internet. On the tube tonight: the "American Idol" results show on Fox and "Criminal Minds" on CBS. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

Rumor has it that rapper Tricky Tricky was shot at a Jim Jones concert. Several men dressed in black entered the venue and began firing. Although the rapper appeared on Detroit radio and denied the rumor, a police report states otherwise. On a more positive note, Jennifer Hudson is preparing to tour with singer Robin Thick. The 19 city tour is slated to begin on March 31. Be sure to check out the new season of the Salt-N-Pepa show. Kelly Clarkson has new music in stores this week. On the tube tonight: "American Idol" on Fox and "Rules Of Engagement" on CBS. Have a good one!

Friday Facts

A rep for actress Lisa Raye has denied claims that she and singer Ginuwine are an item. The rep has been quoted as saying, " Lisa Raye and Ginuwine are just friends. He is a married man and she is still a married woman". Ginuwine, by the way, is preparing to release a new cd soon. Be on the look out. On the tube: "Terminator" on Fox and "Numbers" on CBS. In theaters: " The Last House On The Left", "Miss March" and " Race To Witch Mountain". Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

In light of the direction the entertainment industry has gone in of late, I thought I'd share my thoughts on the subject. Once upon a time, one had to have true talent to get a "break", so to speak. My how things have changed. Today, one can make a sex tape, or do anything else one deems appropiate and suddenly become a star. This, I believe, is a travesty, because there are singers, actors and dancers who spend years studing and perfecting their craft, only to be shut out of awesome opportunities. It's no longer about talent, but about what will earn the television stations, movies studios and record labels revenue. While the list of marginally talented individuals who have become "stars' is too numerous to name names here, I think it's time Hollywood changed the way it does business. It would be worth while.

Wednesday Round Up

Letoya Luckett, former member of Destiny's Child is back. The singer has a new cd to be released soon. For all the ladies looking for Mr Right, comic Steve Harvey has a new book out , "Act Like a Lady, Think Like A Man". In the book, Mr Harvey gives the ladies love advice. Check it out. Catch the "American Idol' results show tonight, along with "Criminal Minds" on CBS. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

A script written by the late Tupac Shakir while in prison has finally been sold. The script called "Live To Tell', was sold by Afeni Shakir, the rapper's mother. No word yet on when or if it will be turned into a film. Keri Hilson says she was not refering to Ciera on the dis track she recorded. Catch the top 13 perform tonight on "American Idol", along with "CSI on CBS. J. Holiday, U2 and The Dream have new releases in stores this week. On dvd: " Cadillac Records", "Milk" and "Transporter". Happy Tuesday!

Monday Madness

The funky divas are back! 90's female R&B group Envogue has announced that they have reunited. The ladies will do spot dates across the country in preparation for a world tour to begin in 2010. They will also record a cd and pitch a reality series as well. Catch the premier of "Dancing With The Stars" tonight on ABC along with "House" and "24". Tops at the box office: "Watchmen". Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

Singer Michael Jackson is gearing up for a comeback. The singer announced plans for a upcoming tour of live performances that will begin in London. He also stated that this will be his last tour. Contestant Tatianna got the boot on last night's "American Idol". The judges narrowed the list of hopefulls down to the top thirteen. Catch "Bones" tonight on Fox. In theaters this weekend: "Watchmen". Make it a weekend!

Wednesday Roundup

Rumor has it that there's trouble in paradise for Nas and Kelis. The two are supposedly on the brink of divorce. But that's just a rumor. If you've just about had it with the 50 Cent/Rick Ross beef, try this one on for size. Singers Keri Hilson and Ciera. Reportedly, Ms Hilson makes reference to Ciera in song lyrics. We shall see what's happens with that. Catch the second night of the three night "American Idol" marathon tonight on Fox. Also, check out "Criminal Minds" on CBS. Have a good hump day!

Tuesday Tales

Singer Ne-Yo is reportely being suied for not showing up for a concert in New York. The Jonas Brothers surprised fans by making an appearance at the premier of their new film, "Jonas Brothers, 3D". The guys signed autographs and posed for pictures, much to the delight of the screeching fans. . Catch an "American Idol" marathon beginning tonight on Fox. Happy Tuesday!

Monday Madness

Rapper/actor Ice Cube is gearing up for another appearance on the big screen. He's slated to star along with his "All About The Benjamins" costar Mike Epps in a film tentively titled "Janky Promoters". Eddie Murphy is also slated to star in a new film. The film, to be directed by the director of "Dreamgirls", is to be based on the life of the late Richard Pryor. Chris Brown was reportedly in Miami working on tracks for a new album. Catch "24" on Fox and "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS. Happy Monday!