PATTY JACKSON'S 4-1-1
Week of July 9th, 2007

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Eddie Murphy and Tracey Edmonds: are they a couple, or is it all smoke and mirrors? At first reports, came out that the two had broken up, but then Tracey released a statement saying they are still together and still in love. Eddie has been silent, but he has been seen hanging out with his male buddies on a yacht. Something is not quite right with these two. Is one party in love and the other just enjoying the publicity? Tracey’s divorce just became final from Babyface. She’s got two beautiful kids and a ton of money. Why is she hanging on to a man who may just love the photo op?

P Diddy and Kim Porter: after ten years of humiliation, three kids and no wedding ring, the couple has decided to call it quits. Seven months ago, Porter gave birth to twin girls and declared her love for Sean P Diddy Combs in an exclusive interview with Essence magazine. She declared that it was no big deal if they weren’t married. The article had a lot of people scratching their heads. For years, he has publicly cheated on her. Remember J-Lo? Porter bragged how he always came back. Well, after his recent affair with British Actress Sienna Miller, Porter may have come to her senses. She is reportedly moving to Los Angeles with her children. She has a 10-year old son and infant twins with Diddy and a teenage son by Singer Al B. Sure. It’s going to cost Diddy a lot of money to let Kim go, but maybe now she’ll get the respect that he has long denied her. Porter made a comment to friends saying the way to a man’s heart is through his wallet. Well sistah girl is about to get paid!

Queen Latifah wants the paparazzi to back off: Stop Prying Into My Private Life! Latifah is gearing up for her new movie musical Hairspray. Latifah plays “Motormouth Maybelle,” and she is fantastic in this role. John Travolta also stars singing and dancing in a dress. The movie is based on the Broadway musical and is a must see. Latifah has always been private about her life, but the paparazzi seemed determined to catch her doing something. At a recent party for Missy Elliott, Latifah begged them not to take pictures. When she is out riding her motorcycle or hanging with friends, she wants to be left alone. She is determined to live her life her way with no comments on what is going on in her private life.

TV Personality Wayne Brady may have a new TV show (Fox’s Don’t Forget The Lyrics), but he has lost his wife. After 10 years of marriage, a year separated, and a four-year old child, his wife has decided she has had enough. Brady’s wife filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences.

Lionel Richie is blaming the media for his daughter’s troubles. Nicole Richie may be headed to jail for her second D.U.I. offense. Nicole was high driving the wrong way on the highway. In a recent interview, Lionel says his daughter keeps apologizing. He calls it an unfortunate situation, but he says the media’s intrusion in her life has caused these problems. She is watched and photographed constantly, and it’s a lot of pressure on her. Lionel! Please note the media is not to blame for your daughter’s problems. She has been drinking and getting high for years. At some point, the madness has to stop and maybe a short stint in jail will do the trick.

Remember the 60’s cartoon Speed Racer? Well, get ready for the big screen version of the cartoon classic. Richard Roundtree (Shaft) has signed on to co-star in the movie.

The last time Janet Jackson lost weight and got her body back together, she decided to do a fitness DVD. But, now that she has gained weight again, it may hurt her chances of pushing that DVD. She’s got a lot of projects in the works including a new album and a new Tyler Perry movie (Why Did I Get Married). I’m sure she will lose the weight she has gained.

Fantasia may be in line for another Broadway musical. The American Idol Winner is currently starring in Oprah Winfrey’s The Color Purple, and she’s in talks to star in a musical about the life of Ada Bricktop Smith. Smith was a 1920’s nightlife queen.

Speaking of Broadway musicals, the musical Aida is coming to the big screen. Beyonce is in talks to star in the Disney movie. Aida has been previously played by Heather Headley, Toni Braxton and Deborah Cox.

Actor Wesley Snipes is facing 16 years in jail as his tax evasion trial looms. For years, Snipes has not paid taxes and dodged the I.R.S. Snipes is very concerned about his future, and he doesn’t want to go to jail. He has a family to worry about as well as his career.

Is Vogue Fashionista Andre Leon Talley helping or hurting Jennifer Hudson’s career. Talley made Hudson wear the much talked about Oscar dress that had her on every worst dressed list. Hudson continues to lean on Talley for fashion advice, and he has been making major mistakes. Gowns without the proper undergarments plus hairweaves and wigs that don’t do justice to Hudson’s pretty face. Friends of Hudson want her to dump Talley, but Talley has a strong hold on her. He loves being in the spotlight and loves having her as his muse. Hudson is currently sporting a short weave that’s fabulous. But, at a recent event in Rome, she was criticized for wearing a one strapped evening gown. Her breasts were too heavy for the dress. Did Talley realize this? No! He just stood there grinning for the cameras.

In the 70’s he was a heartthrob with the movies Lady Sings the Blues, Mahogany, The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars And Motor Kings, but today at 70, he’s playing a janitor with a secret past. Billy Dee Williams has joined the cast of the General Hospital spinoff Nightshift which airs weekly on the Soapnet channel.

Sex And The City lives! The movie version of the HBO classic is coming to the big screen. Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kim Cattrall and Kristin Davis will reprise their popular roles. There’s no word on whether the infamous “Mr. Big” will return, or if the ladies will get along on the set. When the show aired on HBO, the catfights on the set were the talk of the town. During the negotiations for the movie, Kim Cattrall, who played the popular “Samantha,” was the big holdout. She wanted a lot of money and creative control over her character.

Bow Wow is finding love after Singer Ciara. While his ex may be playing footsie with Rapper 50 Cent, Bow Wow’s dating Melody Thornton of the Pussycat Dolls.

Where’s Jamie Foxx? The hard partying Oscar winner is laying low and working on some new film projects. He has decided to hold off putting out another album because right now he wants to concentrate on his film career.

Where’s Sly Stone? The legendary music recluse opens up in the new issue of Vanity Fair magazine. 30 years ago, Stone headed up Sly & The Family Stone. An accomplished singer, songwriter and producer, he battled a serious drug addiction for years. For the past 15 years, Stone has been clean and sober. He says it was the death of his parents that turned his life around.

The 2007 Marian Anderson Award ceremony is taking place on November 12th at the Kimmel Center. Actor Richard Gere is getting the award this year. Past winners include Oprah Winfrey, Sidney Poitier and Quincy Jones.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

LA JAZZ FESTIVAL with Rachell Ferrell: Boney James: Brian Culbertson: Sunday, July 29, 2007  at the Greek Theatre, California.  Call us today or visit: http://www.2downfront.com/calendar.htm.

TEENA MARIE: Thursday, August 2, 2007 at San Manuel Indian Casino, California.  Call us today or visit: http://www.2downfront.com/calendar.htm.

BEYONCÉ & ROBIN THICKE IN CONCERT:  http://www.2downfront.com/beyonce.htm   We provide tickets in all cities and countries.  Give us a call (323) 290.0000

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE: Sunday, September 16 and Monday, September 17, 2007 at the Staples Center, California.  Call us today or visit: http://www.2downfront.com/calendar.htm.

UPCOMING EVENTS:  http://www.2downfront.com/calendar.htm  We provide tickets in all cities and countries.  Give us a call (323) 290.0000

UPCOMING  MOVIES:

Talk To Me- Don Cheadle, Taraji P. Henson and Cedric the Entertainer, this Friday, July 13th.

 
Queen Latifah and John Travolta in the movie musical Hairspray opening in theatres, July 20th.


Rush Hour III- Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, August 8th.


Daddy Day Care – Cuba Gooding Jr., August 8th.


The Brave One- Terrence Howard and Jodie Foster, September 14th.


American Gangster – Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe & Rapper T.I., November 2nd.


Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married – Jill Scott & Janet Jackson, November 16th.


The Better Man- Martin Lawrence, Mo’Nique and James Earl Jones, February 2008.


WHAT’S THE UNDERGROUND BUZZ?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This Oscar winner is known for her beauty, but for years, she couldn’t seem to keep a man. Now she has a man, and he’s been hanging in there. But, what people don’t know: he stays around because he likes being controlled by her. The Oscar winning beauty likes treating her men like puppets, keeping them on a tight leash and they must obey her every word.

This R&B Legend is ruining his reputation and his legacy. He can no longer sing, but he continues to tour. When concert goers arrive at the shows, they can’t believe the legend is on stage lip singing.


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