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  by Victoria Hernandez on November 20th 2015 Lil Wayne's tour bus was shot in April. Jimmy Winfrey, also known as PeeWee Roscoe, was sentenced to 10 years in prison today (November 20) in Georgia for shooting at Lil Wayne 's tour bus, the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports. Winfrey pled guilty to five charges for a total sentence of 20 years, according to the publication, citing the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office. The other 10 years will be served on probation. He is eligible for parole. TMZ  says that he pled guilty to six of 27 counts, all of which are gang-related. Winfrey was arrested in June on charges of aggravated assault, criminal gang activity, terroristic threats, and possession of a firearm by a felon. Lil Wayne's tour bus was shot at in April after the rapper performed at Atlanta's Compound night club. Nobody was hurt in the shooting, but there was $20,000 worth of damage. Birdman and Young Thug , who used to employ W...

by Victoria Hernandez on November 20th 2015 Tyga is also ordered to pay a former dancer for a sexual battery case. Tyga and girlfriend Kylie Jenner have reportedly ended their relationship, TMZ reports. Jenner is the one who broke up with Tyga Thursday night. Part of her reasoning for the split was family "pressure from the Kardashians." The site also says that Jenner was not part of any of Tyga's birthday festivities yesterday (November 19). The couple had been rumored dating while Jenner was underage. They made their relationship public this summer when she turned 18. She appears in the video for Tyga's song, " Stimulated ." Tyga Ordered To Pay Dancer In other news, the California rapper was ordered by a judge to pay about $41,000 to a dancer who appeared in one of his music videos, this also according to TMZ . Allison Brown sued Tyga for sexual battery after claiming that a man grabbed her breast during the video shoot. Ty...

by Danielle Harling on November 20th 2015 Scott Storch details creation of Rick Ross’ “Sorry” record. While speaking with Hip Hop Wired recently, producer Scott Storch was asked if any relationships were ruined during the time when he was heavy on his partying kick. According to the beatsmith, his relationship with fellow producer Dr. Dre was one that was greatly affected by his partying. Despite harming his relationship with Dre , Storch revealed that he’s optimistic about the two working together again one day. “I think most—I regret the way I treated Dr. Dre after he so graciously opened up the doors for this kingdom to me,” Scott Storch said. “And I know the mistakes I made were 100 percent drug-induced and I just feel like that relationship isn’t over. And I hope to work with him in the future. Hopefully, he can accept me back into his good graces.” During his interview, Storch also spoke on his most recent work, including Rick Ross and Chris Brown’s “Sorry” ...

November 20, 2015 by Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2) News . Blue Ivy is getting a head start on her music career. The three-year-old will be a guest feature on Coldplay’s new album A Head Full Of Dreams , the Wall Street Journal reports. Coldplay’s Chris Martin revealed that Bey and Jay’s daughter will be singing as apart of a choir with his two children. “The ‘choir’ started with my two kids coming in after school and recording,” Martin said. “We recorded Blue Ivy Carter in New York when her mom Beyoncé was in the studio.” The British rock collective also has a track with Blue Ivy’s mom titled “Hymn for the Weekend,” which Martin said was inspired for by  DJ Snake and Lil’ Jon’s “Turn Down For What?” “The original kernel was that I was listening to Flo Rida or something, and I thought, it’s such a shame that Coldplay could never have one of those late-night club songs, like ‘Turn Down for What,” Martin said. “What would we call it if we had one? I thought I’d l...

November 20, 2015 by Tanay Hudson (@NYStateOfMind2) News .   Jeremih has reached a plea deal in a DUI case, TMZ reports. The Chi-town crooner has pleaded no contest of reckless driving. The “Don’t Tell ‘Em” singer will serve two years of probation and attend a mandatory alcohol and drug education class as apart of his deal. The charges stem from when he was pulled over by the police on his birthday in July. He was charged with a misdemeanor and posted bail for $15,000 the next day.

Male Actor Needed for Brighton UK Event – London actors welcome Location: London UK Type: Other Projects, Event Role: Male, age 25 – 45 Date: Saturday, Dec 5, 2015 6 – 7 pm Compensation: 50£ We are hosting a narrative based scavenger hunt in Brighton, UK, and we need an actor to perform a 5 minute scene in the Evening Star Pub, in Brighton at 6pm to be viewed by our players. We are looking for a charismatic, confident actor who can think on his feet, as there may be some improv involved (interaction with the scavenger hunt participants) Please contact us for more details at brightonscavengerhunt@gmail.com Payment: Paid City or Location of call: London UK Please submit to: brightonscavengerhunt@gmail.com This casting notice was posted by: Patrick Greatbatch

BRAND AMBASSADORS, CITIES IN INDIANA Location: Counties: Marion, Muncie, Jasper, North Vernon, Columbus Type: Other Projects Upcoming event for Straight Talk Wireless When: Nov 30, Dec 1st & 2nd Times: 3pm-7pm (we may have a little flexibility on the hours) What: Promoting Straight Talk wireless and giving out cell phone goodies. Pay: $15/hr Cities: Marion, Muncie, Jasper, North Vernon, Columbus If you are interested in learning more details or know anyone who would be, please contact me: jen@productpromotionsstl.com SUBMIT BY: November 23rd, 2015 Payment: Paid City or Location of call: Counties: Marion, Muncie, Jasper, North Vernon, Columbus Please submit to: jen@productpromotionsstl.com This casting notice was posted by: enna.us

Institute for Southern Contemporary Art Location: Atlanta, GA Type: Video Promotional Video Spokeswoman – Female, ages 20-35, All Ethnicities Casting a promotional video for The Institute for Southern Contemporary Art that is a proposal for a new regional model of higher arts education. (Lead) must be able to provide two distinct performances as the lead/sole performer: an energetic and engaging promotional video spokeswoman with a Southern accent that will involve the memorization of around five lines; a clear and lucid voice-over possibly without a Southern accent that will be off camera, so no memorization required. Submit a head shot, resume, and video and/or audio reel. Voice-over experience is preferred. Auditions: November 21st in Atlanta, GA Shoots in mid-December in Atlanta, Georgia. Payment: Paid City or Location of call: Atlanta, GA Please submit to: original@theoriginalcopy.net  by 2015-11-20 This casting notice was posted by: Joao Enxuto & Eri...

There is another casting call out for Extras to work on Marvel’s “ Guardians of the Galaxy 2 “. “ Guardians of The Galaxy 2 ” is about to begin production in early 2016 and looking for male and female model types that are available to work this coming February and March 2016. The film’s casting directors are seeking ladies who are 5’5″ or taller and men who are 5’10 or taller, ages 18 to 40, of any ethnicity. The film begins production in February of 2016. “ Guardians ” recently held their first open casting call where they were looking for talent to play aliens. The newest casting notice may also be for extras to play aliens and states that talent may get to wear extensive makeup and or body paining. Guardians will be directed by James Guunn who is also the writer on the project. Chris Pratt and Zoe Saldana will be returning and the sci-fi flick will also star Bradley Cooper, Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Michael Rooker, Vin Diesel, Zoe Saldana. The new “Guardians” movie is ...

Location: Atlanta, GA Type: Music Video CASTING Featured Extras FOR NOVEMBER 16TH in ATLANTA. We are casting for a 50 year High School Reunion themed music video on Monday in ROSWELL and looking for men and woman aged 50 and over to be a part of this fun filled video. 1 pm- 8 pm. Dancing experience is preferred. Snacks, Refreshments and Lunch provided. (Gas mileage will be provided for anyone having to drive further than 20miles) Email: sam@ritemediagroup.com  FEATURED EXTRAS: Men and Women of all heritage age 50+ www.ritemediagroup.com Feel free to pass this to anyone you feel might be interested. Payment: Non Paid City or Location of call: Atlanta  Please submit to: Sam@ritemediagroup.com  by 2015-11-16 This casting notice was posted by: Sam Green, VP Head of Production, RITE Media Group

Casting Holiday Actors! Location: Houston, TX Type: Theater RWS & Associates – a full service, worldwide production company in New York City is seeking two friendly, outgoing actors to interact and help spread holiday cheer to travelers this Christmas season. If you or someone you know are filled with holiday spirit and would like more information on this exciting event, please respond via e-mail and include your. . . - Name - Age (must be over 18) - Phone Number - Email Address - Location - Recent headshot. - A few words about yourself and why you would be good for this job. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you. Payment: Paid City or Location of call: Houston, TX Please submit to: staff@rwsandassociates.com This casting notice was posted by: RWS & Associates

Casting Call for TV Pilot to be shot in Western NY Location: NY Type: TV Pilots CASTING FOR THE FOLLOWING ROLES/ ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS FOR BOTH FEATURED PLAYERS AND EXTRAS: -Black Actors/Actresses for multiple roles in the 18-60 year old age range. Actors under 18 accepted only with parental waiver. -White Actors/Actresses for multiple roles in the 18-60 year old age range. Actors under 18 accepted only with parental waiver. -Asian Actors for multiple roles in the 18-55 year old age range, fluency in English, Cantonese and/or Mandarin. Martial arts/stunt ability a huge plus for the younger applicants. We will also consider changing the roles to fit Vietnamese speakers, should enough actors with that background apply. -Italian Actors for multiple roles in the 25-60 year old age range, with ability to portray the Western NY accent, fluency in Italian/Sicilian dialects a plus. -Latino Actors/Actresses for multiple roles in the 18-40 year old age range, fluency in E...

Sony’s edgy superhero TV show “ Powers ” is filming season 2 in Atlanta and now casting people to work as paid TV extras. Sony Playstation streaming series “ Powers ”  is casting background actors for a variety of small roles. The show is looking for talent available to work this week in the Atlanta area.  The show is seeking people to play attorneys, attorney clients, police / security types,  Google employee types, hipsters and people who have cars that may be used in the show. The roles listed below will work in the Atlanta area. Please see the individual roles listed for call dates and  more information. The show is based on the comic, called  Powers ,  by Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Avon Oeming. Sharlto Copley and Michelle Forbes play the crime fighting duo Christian Walker and Deena Pilgrim. The duo investigate special types of crimes, those committed by “ powers .”  The show   is produced by Jinxworld and Circle of Confu...

Casting Teenagers for “He Sees In the Dark” production Location: Miami, Florida Type: Film Casting teen actors, male and female(16-18) for indie film. The actors must submit a horror monologue of their choice. This film is non-paid but actors will be given a copy of production to put in their portfolio. Please include head shots and age. Video submissions to that email are only being accepted. Character bios, Synopsis and film date and location will be given upon emailing. Travel expenses are not included so actors must be local in the Miami area. This indie film does not require the actors to have experience as they will gain experience throughout the film. Once again please email all video submission monologues to noahfalmer5@gmail.com. Deadline is November 30, 2015. Payment: Non Paid City or Location of call: Miami, Florida  Please submit to: noahfalmer5@gmail.com This casting notice was posted by: Noah Falmer

Kysmet Productions Casting Call -  “Where Were You?” – PSA Campaign Location: Atlanta, GA Type: Video Kysmet Productions is looking for 3 actors to lead in a PSA campaign video that will begin production 9 January 2016. Female : (Latin) (25-35) – Body Type: Plus-size Veronica: daughter of murdered Domestic Violence victim. She’s angry at her father for the murder of her mother. Male : (Asian) (18-25) Body Type: Slim Tony: molested as a child by a family member and is now a recovering drug addict. Female : (Caucasian) (18-35) Body Type: Voluptuous   Karen : a date rape victim. She is insecure, shy and cuts herself in order to cope with her scars. If you fit the brief description please submit your resume & head shot to kysmet.casting@gmail.com  by 1 December 2015. If selected, we will contact you will a time slot for the audition. AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD: Saturday, 5 December 2015 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2301 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, GA 30076 ...

LOOSE CHANGE THE MOVIE Location: Newark, NJ Type: Film CAST; Alliyah ‘liyah’ Rainer light brown age 22 slim figure Quiet and close to her brother Ahmad. Bobby ‘Bob’ Melton early 50s Caucasion heavy drinker loud and down to earth and always joking around. Malik Rainer dark skinned age 37 very business savy neat dressing not the tough type but will flip the switch when pushed or needed be. Detective Jamil Brown, African American early 30s dirty cop and try hard to bring down the Rainer brothers. Jose Lopez aka Lopez. Spanish, very Floridian looking and dressed nice jewelry bossy and arrogant age 50s. Detective Mary Petti . Dominican, kind of the good cop age 30s strong accent, Shakirah ‘Kirah’ Rainer 40s shes always sad seeming but her main focus is trying to keep the family together. Toni ‘Umi’ Rainer 50s quiet humble but when she speaks her words are understood. Saladine Rainer African American 50s deeply religious clear spoken main focus on to keep Ahmad out of pri...

Casting for small roles in Jack Reacher  sequel – Movie Extras Louisiana Jack Reacher is coming to the big screen for round 2 and Louisiana based talent have a chance to get cast in a small role in ‘ Jack Reacher 2: Never Go Back ‘.  The movie is now in production and  filming this month. Central in Louisiana is now casting for a variety of small roles. They are seeking background male and female background actors with a military look, who have a car that may be used in the movie. Extras cast will be wearing a military uniform so there are some wardrobe size restrictions. Also, the film is seeking general extras to play people shopping at a mall and there is an open call going on this week to fill some featured roles in a large parade scene . According to Variety, Heroes Reborn   star Danika Yarosh may be taking a co-starring female role in Jack Reacher 2   with Cobie Smulders playing the other leading lady in Jack’s latest adventure.   Cinemablend rep...

There is a new casting call out for NBC’s police drama “ Chicago P.D. “ The show is now casting paid background performers to fill various roles in an upcoming episode of the show. Extras cast need to be available for filming in the Chicago area.  Currently, there are 2 scenes now casting. The shows extras casting team is seeking talent to play “Crooks & Shields”… Inmates and Sheriffs in an upcoming prison scene filming mid week. Also, there is a large Rave scene filming on Friday that is casting teens (16+) and young adults to play ravers, dancers and “funky” types.  All roles are paid, see breakdowns below for further information. “ Chicago P.D. “   a spin-off of NBC’s  ” Chicago Fire “   TV show and is executive produced by   Dick Wolf,   the man behind the popular  “   Law & Order”     series of TV shows. The police oriented drama follows two fictional units of the Chicago Police Department, a ...

Feature Film “Bastards” has a rush call out in the Atlanta area. The comedy is casting paid movie extras and has a need for kids, ages 12 to 14, a DJ and a 3 legged dog. The roles are being cast today and the scenes will be filming tomorrow. “ Bastards ”  is being directed by  Larry Sher  (“ The Hangover “).  This will be the first movie project that Sher will be directing. The Warner Bros. comedy cast includes Ving Rhames (‘Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation’),  Ed Helms, Owen Wilson, JK Simmons (‘Whiplash’, ‘ Terminator Genisys ‘) and  Terry Bradshaw. The extras casting directors for  ” Bastards ” are also casting the Sony PlayStation TV series “ Powers “, which is also filming in the Atlanta area. See  Sony’s ‘Powers’ TV Series Casting in Atlanta for Season 2  for more information. Interested? Here are the roles casting directors are looking to fill: Bar Mitzvah KIDS Seeking Girls and Boys ages 12-14 Rate: 120/8 Location: ...

First Annual Holiday Fashion & Beauty Extravaganza Location: Los Angeles, CA Type: Modeling We are in need of 40 Runway Models (experience is a plus but we’ll provide professional training for the right individuals) to walk in high-heels. This is GREAT for models in need of professional photos and building their resumes (see our website to view videos from past shows). This exclusive event will feature several well-known fashion designer collections. Models will walk the runway wearing many different looks provided by our amazing designers while they pose for photographers and an audience of over 1500 guests. No monetary compensation, but great experience and exposure ideal for models in need of professional photos and building their resumes. BENEFITS FOR MODELS: Professional Runway Model Photos Links for Photos & Video from the event A great source for contacts, updating resume, tear sheets and being discovered! Possible future job opportunities with design...

Actors wanted for online video series ‘Sugar free’ Location: Stafford Type: Web series ‘Sugar Free’ is an upcoming online YouTube series consisting of three four to five minute videos. The series follows Peter, a man trying desperately to lose weight and improve his self image who starts takes his dieting plans a tad too extremely. Despite its subject matter, the series will take a comic cartoon-like tone, with plenty of over the top imagine spots and an exaggerated look at Pete’s struggle. Transportation expenses can be provided for actors based in the Stafford area and catering will be provided on set. Auditions: Week beginning 23/11/2015 Shooting Starts: Week beginning 30/11/2015 Shooting Ends: before 14/12/2015 Roles: Peter Is very self conscious and is slowly becoming zombie-like due to his diet. Has constant imaginings featuring cartoonish versions of the people around him. Kane Peter’s boss. He is very reasonable and friendly to his staff, but Peter imagines h...

The NBC series ‘ Chicago Fire ‘ is in production and filming in Chicago Illinois. “ Chicago Fire ” is currently filming new episodes and is now casting male and female talent of any ethnicity for a multi-day booking that will work Nov. 24th through approx Dec. 11th Off for the Thanksgiving Holiday).  Chicago area talent interested in working as background talent on the show may follow the instructions below to submit their photos and contact info directly to the casting directors. “ Chicago Fire ” airs on NBC and focuses on a fictional Chicago Firehouse, firehouse 51. “ Chicago Fire ” dives into the lives, both professional and personal, of the firefighters and paramedics working at Firehouse 51. The show was created by Michael Brandt and Derek Haas and stars Jesse Spencer, Taylor Kinney and Monica Raymund. “ Chicago Fire’s ”  sister series “ Chicago P.D. ”  is also currently filming the new season and has castings out as well. Check out the “ Chicago P.D .” ...

New TV show “ Containment ”  is coming to the CW this fall and are now in production and casting for a variety of small roles. The series is filming in Atlanta and seeking local talent to fill a variety of small roles in the TV show. The show’s casting directors are looking for adults, ages 18+ who are available to work tomorrow. Talent interested must apply ASAP.  Please see below for all the details. “ Containment ” is based on the European series “ Cordon ” and  takes a look at what may happen if a deadly virus was to hit a heavily populated area in a major city. The show is set in Atlanta where an unknown virus hits an urban area. Authorities scramble to contain the outbreak by creating a quarantine zone leaving those stuck inside the quarantine fighting for their lives and on their own. “ Containment ”  takes a look at what happens when loved ones are torn apart and the unlikely heroes that arise out of  tragedy. “ The Vampire Diaries ”  ...

Royal Caribbean Cruises will be holding open auditions in New York City and London for their production of the hit musical, “Saturday Night Fever”. The production is seeking to fill, lead, supporting and ensemble roles. The show’s casting directors are seeking actors, singers and dancers to work on board their luxury cruise ships that travel around the world. Auditions will be held at New York City’s Pearl Studios as well as London’s Pineapple Studios in early 2016. The show is also casting for ensemble dancers who are proficient in Ballet and Jazz techniques. “ Saturday Night Fever ”  is based on Nik Cohn’s 1975 New York Magazine article “Tribal Rites of the New Saturday Night” and Norman Wexler’s 1977 screenplay it inspired, Saturday Night Fever focuses on Tony Manero, a Brooklyn youth whose weekend is spent at the local discotheque. There he luxuriates in the admiration of the crowd and a growing relationship with Stephanie Mangano, and can temporarily forget the realities ...

Actors with DARK BROWN OR BLACK thinning hair. Location: Las Vegas, NV Type: Other Projects LOSING YOUR HAIR? We are looking for Hispanic or African American men & women whose hair is thinning, to be models / actors, having their hair professionally done by a Hollywood Artist. All ethnicities welcome but preferably with brown, dark brown or black hair. It is a short commercial shoot and participants will receive product (color of choice) in exchange for their time. If you are interested please email your name, phone number, and the time you can be at IMAGE EXCLUSIVE 856 E. Sahara (next to Tower of Jewels) on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, BETWEEN 1 & 5PM. info@imageexclusive.com Payment: Other City or Location of call: Las Vegas, NV Please submit to: info@imageexclusive.com This casting notice was posted by: Image Exclusive  

Podcast Co-host Location: Los Angeles, CA Type: Talk Show The Shiznit Show is a critically acclaimed podcast that is currently in the finals for a Black Weblog Award. TSS is a variety talk show with a raw comedic edge. We cover everything from celebrity gossip to current events, politics, sports TV/film and whatever else is trending. We currently have 2 males and 1 female and are looking for a 2nd female between the ages of 30-35 and minorities with some comedic experience or a good sense of humor are preferred. Payment: Non Paid City or Location of call: Los Angeles, CA Please submit to: TheShiznitShow@Gmail.com This casting notice was posted by: Dino Red Host/Producer at RedRock PodCast NetWork  

Casting Call for Music Video in Nashville, TN. Award winning director TK McKamy will be filming a music video in the Nashville area mid week and casting directors for his music video project are seeking to cast trucker, bikes and character types ages 45 and older. The project is looking for male talent available to work this coming Wednesday. All roles are paid. See the notice below for further details and submission instructions. NASHVILLE, TN Casting Notice – TK McKamy MUSIC VIDEO Project for work on WEDNESDAY 11/18/15.  We do not have Call Times yet so you would need to be fully 100% available on work dates. You MUST have open/flexible availability if submitting so that you can work WHATEVER the call times & wrap times end up being. If not, please DO NOT SUBMIT! Pay rate is $200.00/day You will receive a check in the mail from the production you work with. We do not know their turnaround time for payments.  Location is in the NASHVILLE, TN area. FEA...