B13 Peer Review

Whitney Houston died because of a combination of cocaine, heart disease and, ultimately, drowning. "It's possible she fell asleep," says cardiologist Gina Lundberg, medical director of the Heart Center for Women at St. Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta. "Based on the fact that the coroner lists drowning first would suggest she was alive when she went under the water, so she didn't have a heart attack first." The Los Angeles County coroner's preliminary report Thursday found heart disease had caused blockages in Houston's arteries, common in drug users, but could not determine whether she had had a heart attack. MORE: Reactions to Houston's toxicology report Healthy arteries can withstand oxygen deprivation longer than arteries blocked by plaque, which is caused by "high cholesterol, high blood pressure, elevated blood glucose and genetic factors," Lundberg says. "But we don't know if she h...

Janet Jackson was given a black doll by the named "Maria" from a fan while she was on tour. The doll was outfitted in a white dress with a red bag and was said to be lifelike by Janet herself, who tweeted a photo of the doll. During the tour, I was given this doll named Maria. She was advertised as lifelike. How does Maria make you feel? It remains a mystery as to who exactly gave Janet the doll, but do you feel this gesture has a negative, racist connotation to it? Source: gumbumper.com

On Tuesday a Grand Jury in Georgia indicted Young Vito with the murder of Brick Squad rapper Slim Dunkin in December 2011. Vito, born Vinson Hardimon, was charged with murder, felony murder, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during commission of a felony. As the case has went further it's thought that Vito and Slim were fighting over studio time and the argument escalated when Vito opened fire. A trial date has yet to be set for Vito.   Waka Flocka Flame speaks on his beef with CTE's Slick Pulla, says he and Wiz Khalifa are not friends, and feels responsible for Slim Dunkin's death. Read More: * Brick Squad Member Slim Duncan Allegedly Murdered Over An Argument Over Candy...

  By Michael Arcand • 5 hours ago Celebrities Getty Images . Adam Levine broke into television with his gig as a coach on NBC’s “The Voice.” Now it looks like the Maroon 5 frontman is going to break into acting. According to EW.com’s Inside TV blog, Levine is in final negotiations to appear in a scripted role for season two of “American Horror Story.” The show’s producers are reportedly willing to work around his schedule to have him on the show. . Levine will star as one half of a couple called “The Lovers.” Not much has been leaked in regard to season two at this point, but we do know that the setting will be the East Coast, in a “horror institution,” whatever that means. Several cast members from season one will be returning, (Jessica Lange, Zachary Quinto, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, and Lily Ra...

By Emily Zemler   Breaking News . Two people were shot following Tyga ’s concert in Omaha last night. It’s a little unclear as to exactly what went down, but based on reports it sounds like the rapper’s tour bus, which was carrying eight people, was chased down and shot at by someone in a black sedan. . Rapper Honey Cocaine, a recent signing of Tyga’s, was shot in the arm and taken to taken to Creighton University Medical Center. 20-year-old Derrick Lowe was grazed by a bullet on his hip and refused treatment. Honey Cocaine has since been released from the hospital. This morning she tweeted, “Got shot and I’m not dead. What happened, happened. God loves me and he loves you.” . The individuals inside the van have told police that they believed an audience member followed them after the concert. Several videos have emerged online showing a confrontation between Tyg...

Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones have reconciled their disagreements. The two British rock stars have had several bust-ups over the years but Richards’ autobiography caused new problems. Jagger and Richards spoke to the Daily Mirror  about their relationship. Richards said: “As far as the book goes, it was my story and it was very raw, as I meant it to be. But I know that some parts of it, and some of the publicity, really offended Mick and I regret that. What some of our detractors forget is that although we look like old codgers living an ocean apart we are still at bottom the boys on platform 3 at Dartford station.’’ The Daily Mirror, then notes that Jagger jumped in with , “Er... actually, Keith, it was platform 1.’’ Jagger also said: “In the 1980s, for instance, Keith and I were not communicating very well. I got very involved with the business side of the Stones, mainly because I felt no one else was interested. But it’s plain now from...

Former “Fresh Prince of Bel Air” actress Janet Hubert (Aunt Vivian) is taking talk show host Wendy Williams to task for what Hubert calls her “bullying of celebrities.” In an open letter to Williams, Hubert chastises the chat queen for “crucifying” singer Whitney Houston while she was alive, shedding crocodile tears for the pop icon only once she had passed away. Hubert also came to the defense of singer Janet Jackson , who Williams attacked on her show Monday, saying the dance diva should not be considered for X Factor because she could not sing without auto-tune. posted by Sista on February 21st, 2012 at 9:17 pm Read Janet’s entire open letter below and don’t forget to co-sign her comments below if you agree. Dear Wendy, This past weekend was a very difficult time for so many of us. Though I never knew Whitney Houston, I felt a profound sense of loss and sadness. On Sunday morning I took my dog for a walk in the park across the str...

  Sony Pictures and Akil Productions have just released more stills from their upcoming remake of the classic 1976 film “ Sparkle .” The movie stars Jordin Sparks, Tika Sumpter ,Carmen Ejogo, the late Whitney Houston and is set to be released theatrically on August 17th. Let’s hope the next release from the Akils and Sony is some clips. I’m personally dying to see how the film and characters will differ from the originals.   B-13 Peer Review : One of the most anticipated movies. We are keeping our eye on the movie updates as soon as we get it we will give it to you...    

by Kevin Jagernauth | September 28, 2011 8:55 AM | 0 Comments It has been on again, off again, on again and now, off again for Antoine Fuqua and the forever gestating " Tupac " biopic. Earlier this summer , it was reported that the director was dropping out of directing the movie in favor of doing the Eminem boxing movie " Southpaw ." But then, just over a week later , production company Morgan Creek , signed Fuqua to a pay-or-play deal to keep him on the movie and show their commitment to getting the project made. Well, "Southpaw" was dropped by DreamWorks , "Tupac" still hasn't found a lead, and Fuqua is ready to work. Last fall , you might remember that Fuqua was tapped by Relativity for a sci-fi action film called " Afterburn " that had Gerard Butler attached to star. Well, not much has happened since but they have another project that is already set with a 2012 release date...

  Written by Cyrus Langhorne     R&B singer Teyana Taylor has come forward to address a slew of steamy photos leaking, including a nude self shot image, and admit the hurt she is currently experiencing. While confirming the photos are in fact of her, Taylor denied she had any part in their public release. "Look I'm human, & just like every girl in this world, I admire my body so i take pics just like EVERY other human being. However my phone that was stolen Witch my phone was also connected to my twitter. So i guess the hacker felt the need to have a field day and leaked personal photos, and also tweet mean & hurtful things about me. I ain't gone front It really hurt my feelings that someone would be so evil and mean. I would never leak photos like that of my self. I have so many blessings and opportunities ahead of me & I have way more class & respect for my self as a young woman. So there's no need...

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne is making weekend headlines with reports claiming his Louisiana home has been cited for a lawn violation. Sunday, Mar 18, 2012 9:18AM Written by Cyrus Langhorne According to reports, Weezy has not kept up with the home's grass maintenance. Lil Wayne has been told to cut his grass. The Times-Picayune reports the rapper was cited for high grass and weeds at his 10,000-square-foot mansion in a gated subdivision in Kenner, La., a suburb of New Orleans. The Code Enforcement Department issued the ticket to Dwayne Carter, the New Orleans-born singer's given name, sometime between Feb. 26 and March 2, according to a list released by the city. ( Washington Post ) Despite the violation, Wayne is reportedly selling his million dollar home . Lil Wayne's elegant home, which apparently requires some basic landscaping, is listed as a celebrity mansion with an asking price of $1.7 million. The five bedroom and fiv...

'I'm telling you, this album is gonna be so well worth the wait,' Mystikal says of his upcoming Original on 'RapFix Live.'   By Rob Markman, with reporting by Sway Calloway (@ realsway )  It's been 11 years since Mystikal 's last album, but when his 2012 album Original finally does drop, the energetic bounce master promises that he will deliver in a big way. "I'm telling you, this album is gonna be so well worth the wait, Sway, believe that," Mystikal told MTV News' Sway Calloway on Wednesday's "RapFix Live." The truth is, even if it wasn't "worth the wait," would a rapper really say otherwise? Mystikal acknowledged that his boasts may seem cliché, but that "those who know who I am know that I mean that." Get More: RapFix Live , Full Episodes Mystikal was released from prison in 2010 after a six-year bid and has been balancing music with his family life. He now has four children; two ...

Author: MissXpose | Filed under: Eddie Murphy, Johnny Gill, Tracey Edmonds JOHNNY GILL ADDRESSES GAY RUMORS AND XPOSES EDDIE MURPHY! Johnny Gill has surfaced after years of persistent gay rumors and that he was the driving force behind Eddie Murphy and Nicole Murphy ending their twenty year marriage. Gill was interviewed Friday on Doug Banks’ syndicated radio show “The Ride With Doug & DeDe.” Gill denied being gay or bisexual and seemed extremely hurt that the media would potray him to be more “than a friend” to his buddy Eddie Murphy. He also brags about having a “stable lady” in his life. He also touched upon the drama at Eddie Murphy’s wedding, specifically relative to Murphy’s mother fight with Tracey Edmonds at the “spiritual ceremony”. (Listen to Audio Below) “Eddie has a great level of respect for his mother and his family, just like anybody,” Gill told Banks. “And when Mommy finally decided to speak on it, she spoke on it after the ceremony – simply t...