Alexandra Estevez, better known as the receptionist Alex from VH1’s Black Ink Crew, has filed suit against the show’s producers, alleging that for the 2012 episode “Mixxxy Madness” (below), they slipped a date rape drug in her drink, then to make it worse, edited the show’s footage to make her look “as slutty as possible.” She says she quit the show last June because she felt so violated. Alex and a friend (who she says was also roofied) are suing for $1 million for battery and other various charges.
(Photos) ‘Fresh Prince’ Cast Reunites For James Avery’s Memorial; More Details About His Health Revealed
Actor James Avery, best known to most as ‘Uncle Phil’ on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel Air,’ passed away on New Year’s Eve due to complications from open heart surgery. He was later cremated and his family scattered his ashes in the Pacific Ocean. Over the weekend, many of the show’s cast came together to celebrate his life at his memorial services. Alfonso Ribiero (aka Carlton Banks), Karyn Parsons (aka Hilary Banks), Tatyana Ali (aka Ashley Banks), Joseph Marcell (aka Geoffrey) and Daphne Reid (aka Aunt Viv) were all in attendance, pictured above with James’ wife, Barbara. In related news, new reports show that aside from his main cause of death, James was suffering with severe coronary heart disease and end-stage kidney disease as well as type-2 diabetes at the time of his passing. RIP.
U.K. Production Team Creating A Musical Television Drama Using Motown Records!
Stop! In The Name Of Love (Did you sing it too?), a 10-part musical television drama is in the works. The show will be focused on a group of “smart thirty-somethings and their search for love and friendship,” while singing some of Motown’s hottest hits. The production team backing the project, Red Planet Pictures has taken on a deal with EMI Music Publishing, and all seems to be in order. I’m already dancing and singing to the beat! Find out more, down bottom.
Jerry Seinfeld & Jason Alexander Spotted Walking Into Tom’s Restaurant
Jerry Seinfeld and Jason Alexander were spotted Monday walking into the famous Manhattan diner featured in “Seinfeld”, Tom’s Restaurant. Alexander, judging from the jacket and lack of hair, looking very much like his old character, George Costanza. The restaurant, which was actually called Monk’s in the show, was closed down for filming Monday, but it is unclear what they were shooting. Reunion?
Love & Hip-Hop L.A: Looks Like Ray J Is Out, Could The Game Be In? Plus More Details!
A few months back, Love & Hip-Hop creator Mona Scott-Young revealed that her popular reality series would be spinning off once again, choosing Los Angeles as the location when presented with 3 options: there, Houston or New Orleans. Early reports suggested some major names were in talks to be a part of the cast, including Karrueche Tran, Tyga and Blac Chyna, Lola Monroe and Ray J, though Karrueche has since shot down the rumors. As we head into 2014 (and production is likely gearing up to begin), more details have been revealed, and it seems that Ray J’s “maybe” has turned into a definitive no. Previously a VH1 family member as the star of his own reality dating show, “For The Love of Ray J,” Ray went on to the Oxygen channel as host of their “Bad Girls Club All-Stars” show, and the contract will not allow for him to flip-flop between networks. However, it seems like an even bigger star is ready to step up: The Game! Having just wrapped two seasons of his show “Marrying The Game,” the newly single rapper (more on that here) just met with Mona and her team, posting the photo to Instagram with the hashtag #LHHLA and warning people that they should be nervous. That should be interesting! There are a few castmates definitely confirmed for now, however: singer Brooke Valentine (jeez…remember that 2005 song “Girlfight”?!,) radio DJ Yesi Ortiz, rapper Hazel-E, and video vixen Bria Myles.
#GoldenGlobes 2014 Oh, No! What’s Up With Paula Patton’s Ruffles?!
Paula Patton wears a floor-length gown with oversized ruffles at the Golden Globes. Ruffles taking up the whole red carpet! She tucked her short hair behind her ears, drawing attention to her large diamond earrings. It wasn’t long before Twitter was awash with critics, with a majority appearing to dislike her choice of outfit. ‘Paula Patton will be playing the part of an orchestra instrument or a jellyfish tonight.’ LOL! See for yourself below!
