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In the commercial for Posh & Becks' new fragrance, we are supposed to believe that Becks is giving Posh a mouth opening loin seizure by breathing all over her neck or some shit. Yeah, uh huh. But to me, this looks more like a poodle sniffing on a whippet for the first time at the dog park. Don't get me wrong, their tails are definitely wagging, but this is as seductive as....well....as two dogs taking in each other's scent at the dog park.
And here's some heart-stopping exciting pictures of the Queen of the Sleestaks walking in NYC last night, and walking again in NYC this afternoon. I'm sure if you check in again at this time tomorrow, I'll have even more pictures of Posh walking in NYC. Check your pulse before you click!

It was previously reported that Lou Reed was the reason Susan Boyle was unable to perform on America's Got Talent last night, but that's not true according to his reps.
Apparently it was a contractual issue and that his song "Perfect Day" was not cleared in time for her to perform in America as it was in the UK.
She also didn't have another song prepared for the show making her unable to perform.
Reps for Susan released a statement:
"Susan was due to perform a chosen song from her new album The Gift on America's Got Talent in Los Angeles. It is with real disappointment and regret that she has been unable to do so due to unforeseen circumstances relating to the song.
"Susan is very disappointed as she had been looking forward to it immensely. She is now on a plane heading back to London with a heavy heart. Susan really looks forward to being able to perform her new songs very soon."
Chin up, girl!
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We pray this isn't true!
According to In Touch Weekly, Lindsay Lohan is working very hard to stay clean. The wacktress even confided in a friend that she thought the best way to continue on the sober path is to have a baby!
NOOO!!!!!
LiLo hates being alone and thinks the baby would be a perfect companion. She also sees how motherhood transformed former pAARty girl Nicole Richie and believes it would do the same for her.
"She needs to be around someone 24 hours a day," added the friend. "She thinks having a baby could straighten out her life."
Don't think you know what you're getting into, bb. Take care of number one for now!
[Image via WENN.]

They're undeniable!
Billboard has named Katy Perry’s California Gurls featuring Snoop Dogg as this summer's top song.
It was closely followed by Eminem and Rihanna's Love the Way You Lie and B.o.B and Hayley Williams' Airplanes.
Congrats to all the top contenders!!!

It appears that the “salt & pepper” look is beginning to win the battle against Ben Affleck’s dark hair, and that’s okay.
Affleck gave us a taste of his graying hair yesterday at the Venice Film Festival, where he was promoting his film The Town.
We think the “salt & pepper” look suits you, Ben. If you’d like to take a break from dyeing your hair, you have our support!
Whose side are U on? Team “salt & pepper” or Team Ben Affleck’s dark hair?
[Image via WENN.]

Filed under: Music, Movies, Television, News, Theater, Celeb Updates, Awards
Academy Award nominated director Spike Lee and actor Samuel L. Jackson, who are both Morehouse College alum, are joining forces to raise money for their fellow Atlanta University Center school, Spelman College.

On Oct 4, the inaugural Blue Scholarship Black-Tie Gala will be held at New York's posh Plaza Hotel to benefit the prestigious black women's college and to salute the contributions of dynamic black women in music, business, law and education.

The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, will receive the Marian Wright Edelman Service Award for her philanthropic work with her non-profit, Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now (FAWN).Spelman alumna, and founder and president of the Children's Defense Fund, Marian Wright Edelman (class of 1960) and President of Walmart's South business unit and EVP of Walmart Stores, Inc. Rosalind Brewer (class of 1984) will also be honored along with attorney and philanthropist Kathryn C. Chenault.

Jackson, who met his wife LaTanya Richardson Jackson while she was a student at Spelman College and he attended Morehouse College across the street, will serve as Master of Ceremonies. Lee, whose grandmother and mother both attended the Atlanta liberal arts college, will host the reception.

Mrs. Jackson, who is a trustee of Spelman College, is an actress like her husband, and has appeared on television, film and Broadway. Most recently, she starred in the 2009 Broadway revival of August Wilson's 'Joe Turner's Come and Gone,' and previously had roles in 'The Fighting Temptations,' 'Introducing Dorothy Dandridge,' and 'Ally McBeal.' The Class of 1971 alumna co-founded the Blue Gala with former Verizon executive Jerri DeVard to assist students facing financial hardships with much needed scholarship money.

"We recognize the 2010 awardees for their tremendous contributions towards bettering our communities," Jackson said. "Their achievements motivate us to pave the way for the next generation to achieve goals that will change the world."

'Law & Order' actor Anthony Anderson will host the live auction and former television personality Star Jones will host the event's silent auction, which is already confirmed to include big-ticket items like a five night trip to Paris on American Airlines and Super Bowl XLV game packages, as well as Essence Music Festival packages, among other items.

Malaak Compton-Rock and Pauletta Washington, the wives of comedian Chris Rock and Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington, respectively, are two of the other notable 'Blue Champions' who are devoted to the cause of heralding educational excellence and supporting young women in their pursuit of higher education.

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Prominent Gospel music artist Marvin Sapp recently lost his wife, Malinda Sapp, to colon cancer. Malinda had been married to him for 15 years and they had three children together. Malinda was an Administrative Pastor at the church, Lighthouse Full Life Center, they ran together in Grand Rapids, Mich.

Before she died, Malinda was a college professor and licensed professional counselor. The following statement was issued by 92.1 Praise Houston about the death of MaLinda Sapp:

"It's with our deepest sympathy that we inform you that Pastor Marvin Sapp's wife MaLinda Sapp has passed on today after battling colon cancer. It was confirmed on the Lonnie Williams show today. An official press release has not been issued yet but more details will be coming on the Yolanda Adams Morning show tomorrow morning! Earlier this year, Marvin Sapp was testifying of how his wife, MaLinda, was given a clean bill of health by doctors after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer in 2009. But then, those health concerns resurfaced and Marvin Sapp requested intense, around-the-clock prayer."

Marvin Sapp's song, "Never Would Have Made It" reached number 14 on the Billboard charts for R&B/Hip Hop songs. He recorded with the group Commissioned in the 1990s before starting a solo career. Their three children are Marvin II, Mikaila and Madisson.

To protect yourself and loved ones from colon cancer, it is recommended that African Americans start getting screened for it at the age of 45. Colon cancer is preventable in many cases, so with early detection, you can fight the disease. To read more about the process, go here.

Watch Marvin Sapp's stirring song here:

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Attention, Europe!
Exciting news!
Adam Lambert is going to be bringing his FABOOSH self across the pound this November for some brand new dates on his Glam Nation tour!
Check out the tour dates…. after the jump!
What do U think?? Are U going to see the Glambert in concert??
[Image via WENN.]

They include:
November 9: Stockholm, Sweden, Debaser Medis
November 12: Munich, Germany, Theaterfabrik
November 14: Hamburg, Germany, Grunspan
November 15: Berlin, Germany, Postbahnhof
November 16: Stuttgard, Germany, Zapata
November 19: Colongne, Germany, Gloria
November 22: Vienna, Austra, WuK
November 23: Zurich, Switzerland, Xtra Club
November 26: Birmingham, UK, Academy 2
November 27: Manchester, UK, Academy 2
November 28: Glasgow, Scotland, ABC
November 29: London, England, Shepherds Bush

What the MileyBird!? How could you leave us, Demi Lovato???
This morning, Demi took to her Twitter one last time and bid us farewell as she disconnected herself from the Twittersphere. Like most other celebs, she could no longer take the constant backlash of messages and comments from those who don't adore her as we do. She post these final parting words on her page:
"About to say goodbye to twitter… I love my fans so much but the access that the other people have is uncomfortable to me. Twitterbreak. Peace."
Break? As in, you may return?!
For the record, she hasn't deleted her page all together like SOME people, and since she posted her farwell speech, she has already retweeted someone and sent a shoutout to Eva Longoria!
Perhaps there is hope! Stay with us, Demi! We need at least one Disney Channel star whose dreams and love have been crushed by a JoBro to stay with us!
[Image via WENN.]

The salon is a sanctuary for the sexy and sensuous.
In other words, no boys allowed!
This afternoon, Megan Fox went to go have her talons nails done, but was ambushed by her hubby, Brian Austin Green, and his son Kassius Green. The guys were forced to sit outside the salon while Foxy took her sweet ass time!
Brian doesn't look too happy about it, does he? Who told you to follow her around like pathetic puppy?!
[Image via Fame Pictures.]

We didn't think it was possible at first, but this guy is WORSE than that horrible, gay-faced Emilio!
Our beloved Snooki Snickers is not pleased in the slightest about psychotic famewhore Jeff Miranda running his mouth to every media outlet he can about the Jersey Shore star, and she has responded to his marriage proposal on Steppin' Out magazine by going as far to call him a stalker!
In an e-mail to Steppin' Out editor Chaunce Hayden, she writes:
"I am not happy with you and the cover you did with stalker jeff, the kid that I knew for a day who obviousy (sic) is a fame whore.”
Well-said, Snooks! But unfortunately, this guy is Prostitution Whore-caliber delusional and IS still claiming that he loves her!
He says:
"I mean if Nicole felt this way, she should have told me up front. If this is all true, she should have just told me. She had the audacity to embarrass me publicly. I'm hurt. I thought we had a good thing going, but I guess the situation changed. I hear she's getting her own show called Snooki For Love and I'm assuming that's why she doesn't want to continue our relationship. If that's the case, if she choose money for her show over me, I will never take her back. She's a good girl. I just wished she considered my feelings and not embarrassed me."
So effing gross.
This guy needs an effing lobotomy reality check!
Just because you spent a day hanging out with someone does not warrant a marriage proposal on a trashy magazine!
YOU'RE DONE. Now you and Emilio can both go jerk each other off famewhore somewhere else, please!
[Image via Pacific Coast News Online.]

That's what the publisher thinks!
Arthur Sulzberger of the New York Times spoke at a London media summit yesterday and proclaimed:

"We will stop printing the New York Times sometime in the future, date TBD."
Sulzberger's statement was in response to a prediction that the newspaper would go out-of-print by 2015.
Sad.
Thoughts?