Quick Quotes: Octavia Spencer

octavia11 Quick Quotes: Octavia Spencer

Jezebel – Actress Octavia Spencer has been the toast of the town since getting a heap of award nominations for her role in The Help, but, much to her dismay, a lot of the conversation in the press about her has involved her weight. She took to Facebook to air her frustrations and set the record straight.

After being honored by my Guild on Sunday, I was whisked to the Press Room where one of the first questions I was asked (by Ted Casablanca) was ‘what I felt about underweight women’. (i’m paraphrasing here) I’m thinking….this is relevant because… Then I started thinking, would these questions ever be asked of my male counterparts? Better yet, underweight actors or actresses? Nah, I don’t think so!

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Mufasa Did Not Die For This

Mr. Ghetto (known best from the video that accompanied his 2011 twerk anthem dedicated to a day of cruising the aisles of Walmart) is still busy at work transmitting examples of Black excellence to the mainstream.

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A Double Shot of Class And Elegance Courtesy of Coco’s Camel Toe

coco5 A Double Shot of Class And Elegance Courtesy of Cocos Camel Toe

Always the demur lady, Coco visited Good Morning America on Thursday (February 2) to promote the sophomore season of her E! television reality show ‘Ice Loves Coco,’ wearing a skin tight hot pink sweater with a pair of matching pumps and a pair of black pants tighter than a blood pressure cuff around Luenelle’s arm.

“I was on GMA today the segment before me ran over so I only got 3 mins air time,” she told Twitter followers. “BUMMER. But at least I got 2 gave away 4 coats to charity.”

Oh, Nicole. Your ass gave away more than just that. The second season of ‘Ice Loves Coco’ premieres February 19 on E! at 10:30pm ET.

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Quick Flicks: Meagan Good, Draya Michele, Terrell Owens And More At The ‘Dysfunctional Friends’ Los Angeles Premiere

draya1 1 Quick Flicks: Meagan Good, Draya Michele, Terrell Owens And More At The Dysfunctional Friends Los Angeles Premiere

Meagan Good, Draya Michele (fresh from a weekend of partying in the Big Apple), Terrell Owens, and more held up the HPNOTIQ Harmonie candy bar at Los Angeles premiere for the independent film ‘Dysfunctional Friends’ on Wednesday night (February 1). Here’s a quick synopsis of the film:

Nine estranged friends are reunited after their larger then life friend unexpectedly dies. The friends who haven’t seen each other in years are all forced to stay at their deceased friends estate for the weekend and must reconnect with each other working through all of their issues in order to each collect their inheritance.

Check out 30+ pictures from the evening under the cut.

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BYOW -- Bring Your Own Wig!

Go behind the scenes with Toni, Trina, Tamar, Traci, Towanda and Mama Evelyn at the ‘Braxton Family Values’ Season Two media dinner by pressing play.

Freeze Frame: Aretha Franklin Wax Figure Unveiled

aretha1 Freeze Frame: Aretha Franklin Wax Figure Unveiled

In recognition of Black History Month, a wax double representing the chocolate fondue fountain that is Aretha Franklin was unveiled today at Madame Tussauds museum in New York City.

The interactive display will allow visitors to pose alongside the Queen of Soul, play the harmonica with a young Stevie Wonder, join Ella Fitzgerald for a duet and threaten to burn white women  using a hot comb until they obey with James Brown.

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Mane Moves: Willow Smith’s New Buzz Cut

willow cut Mane Moves: Willow Smiths New Buzz Cut

Big brother Jaden and Mom Jada aren’t the only ones taking turns twirling inside the barber’s chair. Today, Willow Smith debuted flicks of her freshly shaven head with fans to mixed reactions. Are you feeling the new look? | Flicks via Rap-Up

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Star Tracks: Mary J. Blige Visits The Wendy Williams Show

mjb Star Tracks: Mary J. Blige Visits The Wendy Williams Show

What more can I say to describe Mary J. Blige’s appearance on The Wendy Williams Show that wasn’t already addressed in my chat with YoungSinick this evening?

I know she’s not that awkward in person. I bet she be cursing and shit, trying to shoot pool. I love her. Like, if she’s friends with Tamar Braxton you know she can talk. She hangs with Taraji P. Henson and Tamar now. Said she hasn’t seen Lil’ Kim in years. Shade says she rolls with the wealthy and relevant. Let me stop before a Kim stan swoops in. Mary probably doesn’t wanna be bothered with Kim, though. Still talking about Biggie like it’s 1995 and she just escaped Faith Evans’ wrath.

And that’s what friends are for. Peep a snippet Willona Woods’ chat with Wendell after jump.

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In Other News: The ‘Love And Hip Hop 2′ Reunion Is Going To Be A Snoozefest

lhh2 In Other News: The Love And Hip Hop 2 Reunion Is Going To Be A Snoozefest

First the bad news: The ‘Love & Hip Hop 2′ reunion special won’t feature any bottles of Moscato being swung at Kimbella’s head.

Now the good news: Chrissy’s hair is still laid and the displaced chocolate chip on her face is still intact.

Due to all the cat fights and arguments amongst the cast, the powers that be were forced to switch things up since several of the thug misses of Love & Hip Hop 2 refused to be in the same room together. Instead of taking the traditional reunion show route Executive Producer Mona Scott-Young will interview the gworls one-on-one on Monday night’s special episode, dubbed the ‘Love And Hip Hop: Reality Check.’

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Style Jury: Does Lil’ Wayne Deserve The Worst Dressed Man In The World Title Over Chris Brown?

wayne yolo Style Jury: Does Lil Wayne Deserve The Worst Dressed Man In The World Title Over Chris Brown?

Chris Brown being listed by British GQ magazine as the worst dressed man in the world garnered the same resounding response from C+D readers: Have they seen Lil’ Wayne lately?

“While his stage outfits are usually horrible, I don’t think Breezy deserves that title. Now Wayne on the other hand,” tweeted Crunkster Simone in her reply to the article’s title.

Crunkster Devon echoed her opinion: “Oh, because Uggs, crocodile skin tights, leg warmers and young ass sweatshirts are hot?”

Check out a gallery featuring Lil’ Wayne’s most memorable WTF fashion moments.

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Watch This: Tyler Perry’s Good Deeds Trailer

good deeds poster1 Watch This: Tyler Perrys Good Deeds TrailerFilm Synopsis: A successful, wealthy businessman, Wesley Deeds has always done what’s expected of him, whether it’s assuming the helm of his father’s company, tolerating his brother’s misbehavior at the office or planning to marry his beautiful but restless fiancee, Natalie.

But Wesley is jolted out of his predictable routine when he meets Lindsey, a down-on-her-luck single mother who works on the cleaning crew in his office building.

When he offers to help her get back on her feet, the chance encounter with someone so far outside his usual circle ignites something in Wesley.

This one good deed may finally spark his courage to exchange the life that’s expected of him for the life he’s always really wanted.

Opening in theaters everywhere February 24, Tyler Perry stars (of course) Tyler Perry, Thandie Newton, Gabrielle Union, Brian White, Rebecca Romijn, Jamie Kennedyand Eddie Cibrian, Jordenn Thompson.

Yaki enthusiast Beverly Johnson and Phylicia Rashad round out the cast. Share your thoughts on the ‘Good Deeds’ trailer after watching it below!

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