Friday Facts

Rapper Kanye West continues to make waves in the industry. He's reportedly starting a new venture called Donda, after the rapper's late mother Dr. Donda West. He says this venture will change the world and include graphic designers, doctors, lawyers, and others. The Chicago MC is definitely making things happen. In other Kanye West news, rumor has it that when word hit regarding Kim Kardashian sending the rhyme slinger nude photos of herself, she reportedly tried to contact him ask him to deny the accusation. The accusation was made by model Amber Rose, who, as mentioned previously, stated the photos were sent when Kardashian was dating Reggie Bush and Rose was seeing West. Stay tuned, one can only guest what else will be revealed. Speaking of Amber Rose, the model's current beau, Wiz Khalifa, has been hit with a lawsuit by a gentleman claiming Wiz stole the hit "Black & Yellow". The gentlemen is asking for damages, while Wiz says the claim that he stole the song is false. We'll see what happens with that. Rihanna can add another feat to her list of accomplishments. She's become the most followed star on Twitter. Nicki Minaj is the most followed rapper on the social networking site. Congratulations to both ladies. Actor/rapper Nick Cannon has been transferred to an LA hospital and appears to be recovering nicely from mild kidney failure. The star tweeted a picture of himself getting a hair cut in the hospital, and thanked fans for their prayers and well wishes. Rick Ross fans will be happy to know that the Bawse has released a mixtape, which should hold everyone over until the release of his next album. 90's R&B group Boys To Men received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, reports My Fox LA. The Philadelphia PA group has won nine American Music Awards, nine Soul Train Awards, three Billboard Awards and four Grammys. Their 1991 debut album "Cooleyhigh Harmony" sold more than nine million copies worldwide. In total, they have sold over 60 million albums together.  The group was joined at the ceremony by songwriters/producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds. Group member Michael McCary, who left the group in 2003 due to chronic back problems, did not attend the ceremony. Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds spoke to the crowd about recording the group's biggest hit, "End Of The Road" saying that he was just as nervous as the boys were about working together. Group member Wanya Morris thanked road manager Khalil Roundtree for being a father figure to them. The group is expected to hit the road on a 17 city European tour to promote their latest album "Twenty". Actor Don Cheadle graces the cover of the latest issue of Jet magazine. The star discusses his latest project, his career and what's next for him. The latest issue of Jet magazine is on newsstands now. The fall/winter film season continues with the upcoming release of "Contraband", starring Mark Wahlberg. It appears to be an action paced film that will keep fans on the edge of their seats. In theaters this weekend: "The Devil Inside".  On the tube: "College Football" on Fox, "A Gifted Man" on CBS, "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" on ABC and "Chuck" on NBC. Make it a weekend!