Category Archives: Beauty

Inside Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black: Screening Highlights and Cast

Taylor Polidore Williams, Tyler Perry, Crystle Stewart – Photo Credit Jonell Whitt

Netflix hosted a special screening in celebration of TYLER PERRY’S BEAUTY IN BLACK in ATLANTA at the posh iPic dine-in theater, located in the heart of Midtown. Creator, director, writer, and executive producer Tyler Perry and the cast showed up and showed out on the red carpet. Leading actress Crystle Stewart, Amber Reign Smith, Julian Horton, Charles Malik Whitfield, Debbi Morgan, TS Madison, Ashley Versher, Taylor Polidore Williams, Xavier Smalls, Terrell Carter, Shannon Wallace, Ann Marie Gideon, and Vernetta Leigh Rose were all in attendance.

Mr. Perry kicked off the screening with a round of applause for the attendees. He playfully showered gratitude upon the press, almost as if they were his personal cheerleading squad, for helping to spread his journey and championing his films and TV shows. “Thanks for being my megaphone!” he quipped, while also throwing confetti in spirit for his amazing cast and crew members who undoubtedly kept the drama alive, both on and off set!

” I just let my imagination run with this story line in my new series Beauty in Black. I put all my wildest thoughts together and just ran with it. I believe you are really going to love this one,” Tyler Perry

Beauty in Black is a captivating Tyler Perry production that bursts forth as a Netflix series, weaving a powerful tale of resilience and survival. It beautifully chronicles the intertwining journeys of two extraordinary women, each navigating their own tumultuous paths. Kimmie (Taylor Polidore Williams), fighting to rise from the ashes after being cast out by her mother, and the ambitious Mallory (Crystle Stewart), who expertly operates a thriving business, find their fates dangerously intertwined. The stripper’s world ignites with drama as she encounters the ruthless, affluent family behind a legendary cosmetics empire, plunging headfirst into a sinister web of trafficking schemes that threatens to change everything.

The music is by Wow Jones & JimiJame$. The cast includes Taylor Polidore Williams as Kimmie, Crystle Stewart as Mallory, Amber Reign Smith as Rain, Ricco Ross as Horace, Debbi Morgan as Olivia, Richard Lawson as Norman, Steven G. Norfleet as Charles, Julian Horton as Roy, Terrell Carter as Varney, Shannon Wallace as Calvin, Bryan Tanaka as Officer Alex, Joy Rovaris as Gillian, Xavier Smalls as Angel, Charles Malik Whitfield as Jules, Tamera “Tee” Kissen as Body, Ursula O. Robinson as Delinda, Ashley Versher as Lena, and George Middlebrook as Officer Trackson.

Following the screening, Netflix hosted a post-reception at Serena. Notable guests include: Taylor Polidore Williams, Crystle Stewart, Debbi Morgan, Richard Lawson, Xavier Smalls, Julian Horton, Steven G. Norfleet, Charles Malik Whitfield, Ts Madison, Amber Reign Smith, Terrell Carter, Shannon Wallace, Ricco Ross, Ashley Versher, Bryan Tanaka, Joy Rovaris, Ursula O Robinson, George Middlebrook, Tamera “Tee” Kissen, Jivanta Roberts, Ralph Pittman (Real House Wives of Atlanta), Tamika Scott (Actress / Singer-songwriter), Jalyn Hall (Actor), Eva Marcille (Actress / Model), and Lala Ahari (Television personality), Blue Kimble (Actor), Ronda Penrice (writer), Jonell Whitt (Upscale Magazine Associate Editor), Paras Griffin (Getty Images).

Eva Marcille and Richard Lawson

Afrolicious Wakanda 2018 in Atlanta photographic memories #tbt

All the talk of Corvid 19 cannot erase memories of the past great events that have taken place in Atlanta. The participation from the vendors, natural hair product curators and best of all the hair braiding competition. Shout out to Afrolicious Founder Rhonda Thompson of West Los Angeles, Check out the gallery

 

Ray J and Princess Love Break their Silence – Zeus Network

There’s been so much speculation that Ray J & Princess Love are divorcing since the end of 2019. The sad news hit the airwaves shortly after the arrival of their new baby boy Epik.  Most of the separation news has been due to Princess Love and her social media posts. Continue reading Ray J and Princess Love Break their Silence – Zeus Network

Oprah’s Makeup artist Derrick Rutledge hosts Celebration of Life party

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Derrick Rutledge had more than a birthday party hosted with his longtime bestie actress

and comedian Kym Whitley in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020.  It was a grand

celebration of life.

iKnown as one of the most prolific and sought-after makeup artists, he has painted the
faces of some of the most powerful women in this world, including former first lady
Michelle Obama and Beyoncé, and is most notably known for “beating the face” of one of

the most influential women in media and television,
Oprah Winfrey.  As celebrity guests
arrived for the extravagant birthday celebration, they had nothing but amazing things to
say about their experience with knowing Rutledge over the years.

Continue reading Oprah’s Makeup artist Derrick Rutledge hosts Celebration of Life party

Terry J Vaughn celebrates her 50th b-day with friends and family at Cascade Skating Rink

IMG_0035Actress Terri J Vaughn decided to do something different this year to celebrate her 50th birthday. She woke up and after giving praise and thanks through prayer she decided it was time to chop off the hair and refresh for the new day. So who did she call? Her good friend and hair stylist the infamous Derek J and high-tailed it on down to the salon.

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Wendy Williams tears up during Hollywood Star ceremony

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Wendy Williams receives her Hollywood Star on the Hollywood Walk of fame; yes in Hollywood, California. What better way for Williams to end the year after going through a tumultuous divorce enduring 20 years of marriage to former manager and business partner Kevin Hunter. She celebrated the star, Thursday, October 17, with close friends at Catch in West Hollywood. Continue reading Wendy Williams tears up during Hollywood Star ceremony

Berkeley Park Cover “EASY” by DaniLeigh

 

Screen Shot 2019-10-22 at 3.51.09 AMDigital Circle Entertainment presents the ‘C’ Room sessions by their new breakout group “Berkeley Park”. The song of the week chosen was a COVER of the single “EASY by DaniLeigh for Music Mondays. Watch the youtube video after the break. Blue and Lyric comprise the group Berkeley Park. Please support this group and we will definitely be giving you updates. Thanks for putting us up on game FreddyO! Continue reading Berkeley Park Cover “EASY” by DaniLeigh

RastAfri Presents Afrolicious Expo in Atlanta

RastAfri Presents the Preeminent Natural Hair Celebration

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Berkeley Park (l-r) Blue, Lyric

The best Natural Hair Celebration in America is hands down the Afrolicious Natural Hair© & Beauty Expo which took place in 6 major cities across the United States this year. This is where 3 things take place; Celebrate, Educate and Demonstrate all things natural hair. Besides all the amazing vendors & live entertainment the most thrilling part of the evening is the braiding competition and the Lil Miss Afrolicious Contest. Continue reading RastAfri Presents Afrolicious Expo in Atlanta

Curly Girl Collective brings out the best hair product sponsors at Curlfest 2019

IMG_0064Nothing comes between a girl and her curls except the best hair products; and Curlfest did not hold back when it came to the special give-aways. The crowd was non stop pouring into Candler Park from the time the doors opened at 11am and people were still lingering around at 7pm when the event ended.

IMG_0083Upon arrival everyone was given a giant Creme of Nature product carrying gift bag and we certainly needed them as the festival did NOT hold back on the freebees. Continue reading Curly Girl Collective brings out the best hair product sponsors at Curlfest 2019

RL, Karlie Redd, Kore Stacks, ‘LeLee’ SWV at BET Her Presents Black Women’s Expo

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BET HER  presents the Black Women’s Expo which took place in Atlanta, GA on September 14th & 15th at the Georgia International Convention Center. There were multiple panel rooms, live performances, vendor booths,  the sounds of DJ Jahlion and beautiful BET Her pink decor everywhere.

The panel that stood out the most was an all female panel consisting of women in the industry moderated by Shekinah Jo. vh1 Love and Hip Hop Atlanta Karlie Redd and singer LeLe from SWV were on the paneling sharing very personal information. Continue reading RL, Karlie Redd, Kore Stacks, ‘LeLee’ SWV at BET Her Presents Black Women’s Expo