Celebrity Birthdays - April 29th, 2008
Master P turned 39 yrs. old
Must read: Michael Moore Endorses Obama
You know, I knew I liked Michael Moore for a reason.
At first I thought I liked him because of his brilliant Oscar winning documentary “Fahrenheit 911″ or because of the work he did in his films “Bowling For Columbine” or “Sicko”. But now I know why I like him so much…HE GETS IT!
Michael Moore just recently endorsed Barack Obama for president. In his personal blog he list his reasons why he’s decided to endorse. In his blog he says,
Over the past two months, the actions and words of Hillary Clinton have gone from being merely disappointing to downright disgusting. I guess the debate last week was the final straw. I’ve watched Senator Clinton and her husband play this game of appealing to the worst side of white people, but last Wednesday, when she hurled the name “Farrakhan” out of nowhere, well that’s when the silly season came to an early end for me. She said the “F” word to scare white people, pure and simple. Of course, Obama has no connection to Farrakhan. But, according to Senator Clinton, Obama’s pastor does — AND the “church bulletin” once included a Los Angeles Times op-ed from some guy with Hamas! No, not the church bulletin!
Then he also said this,
I’ve watched Senator Clinton and her husband play this game of appealing to the worst side of white people, but last Wednesday, when she hurled the name “Farrakhan” out of nowhere, well that’s when the silly season came to an early end for me. She said the “F” word to scare white people, pure and simple. Of course, Obama has no connection to Farrakhan. But, according to Senator Clinton, Obama’s pastor does — AND the “church bulletin” once included a Los Angeles Times op-ed from some guy with Hamas! No, not the church bulletin!
I could go on and on with the quotes but I encourage you to read it for yourself. Here’s a link his blog post:
http://www.michaelmoore.com/words/message/index.php?id=225
It’s nice to see someone make an informed decision based on their own thoughts instead of the media making it for them. I have a lot of respect for Mr. Moore because he says what he means and he always makes sense. He’s exhibited a lot of courage over the years with his films and I am glad to see him take that same step on the web.
He’s a good man pure and simple.
Mr. Moore has also produced an intriguing documentary entitled, “The Awful Truth” and in it he gives black men tips on how to prevent police brutality. It’s a funny piece but sadly it’s so true. In the days since the Sean Bell verdict I think it’s important for us to think about the things that will keep us safe. Take a look at it for yourself:
Mr. Moore will be on Larry King tonight @ 9 PM ET imparting more of his infinite wisdom.
What do you think about what he said in his endorsement of Obama and what do you think of that video clip of The Awful Truth?
In The News: April 30, 2008
Shazza No!!!
C.S.I. Actor Gary Dourdan (and Freddie’s former man, lol) was arrested Monday in Palm Springs for possession of narcotics and dangerous drugs. There goes that image award…
According to news outlets, Dourdan was caught sleeping in his car with the interior light on with the car facing the wrong side of the street. The officer then arrested Dourdan after locating suspected cocaine, heroin, Ecstacy, miscellaneous prescription drugs and paraphernalia. Dourdan was released on $5,000 bail.
I hope he is not falling on hard times. News sources have also speculated over the past few days that his contract was not renewed for the upcoming season. We wish him the best.
Here’s the rest of the news for the day…
Video News Feed: April 30, 2008
Video of: Bush Extorts Congress to Act on Slumping Economy, Clinton Not Obama Leads McCain, Condolezza Rice Comments on Food Shortage and more
Additional Tribeca Film Festival Pictures
The 7th Annual Tribeca Film Festival has been going strong over the past couple of days and we’ve posted pictures from many of the events. Here are even more pictures of black celebrities at Tribeca Film Festival events:
Montell Williams and his new bride attended the War, Inc. premiere at the 7th Annual Tribeca Film Festival:
Ethiopian-born model Liya Kebede attended the 3rd Annual Chanel Dinner Party Honoring the Tribeca Film Festival Artist Program. 
She even brought along her husband hedge fund manager Kassy Kebede:
Zoe Kravtiz also came to the party:
Here are some other photos I’ve found of various other Tribeca Film Festival events:
Black Hollywood: Silver Rose Gala, Glaad Media Event and more
We have loads of pictures today. I’ll try to break them up in a few post over the course of the day…
Halle Berry made her first post-baby appearance at the Silver Rose Gala & Auction at the Beverly Hills Hotel over the weekend. She looked simply stunning. I guess a baby does a body good…
I wonder when pictures of the baby will appear. I am sure the paparazzi are on high alert for those pictures.
Other black celebrities at the event:
Comedienne Wanda Sykes was there and she struuck a pose…
I see you Wanda…
Lincoln Heights Actress Nicki Micheaux was there
She’s a very pretty lady. She normally plays the bag lady or down-on-her-luck black lady role in most of her acting parts so its good to see her clean up. Lincoln Heights is a pretty good show.
Actress Elise Neal also came out to gala. I love the color of that dress on her.
…continue reading Black Hollywood: Silver Rose Gala, Glaad Media Event and more
Juanita Bynum on Divorce Court
Televangelist Juanita Bynum appeared last week in a 2-part episode of Divorce Court detailing her failed marriage to Bishop Thomas Weeks who was accused a few months ago of assaulting her in the parking lot of an Atlanta hotel. Bynum who is a former hairdresser and flight attendant married Weeks in a televised million dollar ceremony.
…continue reading Juanita Bynum on Divorce Court
Celebrity Birthdays - April 26th, 2008
Singer - Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins turned 38 yrs. old
Actor - Giancarlo Esposito turned 50 yrs. old
Video News Feed: April 28, 2008
Video of: Obama Hoops It Up In Indiana, Big Box Retailers Feel The Pinch, Bush Prods Congress On Student Loan Bill and much more
In The News: April 28, 2008
News on: Amputations in Diabetics Can Signal Quality of Healthcare, Obama Supporters Fear Protracted Primary, U.N. Urges World To Fight Malaria, McCain Poverty Tour Raises Questions and more
