Wednesday Roundup

Sad news out of Hollywood. The creator of several hit shows, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" among them, has died of a heart attack. He is created with taking DeGeneres to several television stations to convince them she had talent upon her admitting she's gay. May he rest in peace. It looks like Chris Brown and Drake started a debate on Twitter. A picture of Rihanna and Drake was tweeted, with the two not necessarily looking like a couple. Later, Brown and Drake began tweeting one another regarding the matter. Grow up guys. In other news, Rihanna has launched a line of perfume called Nude. No word on when it will arrive in stores. R&B star Robin Thicke and wife Paula Patton will appear together in ads for Remy Martin. No word on when the ads will appear. Singer Mary J. Blige will have some work to do on her charity FFAWN.  The star is facing two lawsuits. One from musicians claiming they were not paid for their services, and another from TD Bank, which claims the charity reneged on a $250,000 loan.  Blige says she's responsible for what's happened and didn't have the right people in the right places doing the right things. She intends to make things right. She addressed the situation with TMZ and again during an interview with Hot 97's Angie Martinez.  Actor Todd Bridges and his wife of 14 years have called it quits. Best wishes to both. North Carolina born hip hop newcomer Driicky Graham has made a splash in the industry recently. He has a single "Snapbacks & Tattoos", which is burning up the charts, and has collaborated with Gucci Mane and Diamond, among others. Instead of signing with a major label, he's inked a deal with independent label E1, where he will release his debut album. The album, "Success By The Graham" will be released the first quarter of next year. Fans definitely have a great album to look forward to. Atlanta rapper Waka Flocka Flame graces the cover of the June issue of XXL. The rhyme slinger discusses his career and what's next for him. The June issue of XXL is in stores now. If you haven't heard the music of "Raphael "DJ Spinz" Hill, you've been living under a rock. The DJ producer is behind the hits "Riot" by 2 Chainz and "Cashin Out" by Ca$h Out's. During an interview with bet.com, the beatmaster made it clear that fans can look forward to more bangers from the Augusta Georgia native. We can't wait. Atlanta rap trio Travis Porter has finally released it's debut album, "From Day 1", and by all accounts, it's been worth the wait for fans. The auditions continue on Fox's "So You Think You Can Dance" as contestants battle it out for an appearance on the show and the grand prize. On the tube: "So You Think You Can Dance" on Fox, "Dog In The City" on CBS, "The Middle" on ABC and 2012 Stanley Cup Final" on NBC. Happy hump day!