February 2009
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Ty Inc. at first said Sasha (left) and Malia dolls were inspired by the Obamas, then denied that. Now they’re listed as “retired.” (AP)From the Chicago Sun-Times: Off the job now are the two dolls produced by west suburban-based Ty Inc. that (the company insisted) WERE NOT named after the Obama children, yet that raised…
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First there was actor Alan Cumming who, quite tastelessly, decided to pronounce his theories on the Presidential wang. And that was unnecessary, but it was Alan Cumming, an over-the-top actor/celebrity known for his squickiness. I mean, he created a mens’ cologne called “Cumming” and shot nudes of himself for the adverts. And other than him…
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Mariah is swearing she didn’t bail on the Obama ball because she felt “snubbed” when she was stuck sitting with celebrities and not the First Couple. Seriously. Princess Glitter Sparkle Pony is waaa-aaay more mature than that! Why, she was just concerned about over-zealous fans! That’s all! It’s the “Ridiculous Obama-related Rumor of the Day”…
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Found on his Facebook page! Doesn’t my little Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup of the TV News look adorable? (Although I liked the Upscale Magazine casual white long-sleeve Tee and jeans picture better. Mmm. My favorite picture of my boy from West Memphis!) Get all the TJ pictures you can stand here. Read past Google Stalking…
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U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama speaks to staff during her visit to the Department of Education in Washington, February 2, 2009. REUTERS/Jason Reed (UNITED STATES) Michelle visited the folks at the Dept. of Education for a little pep talk. Check out more pictures and video after the jump!
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And now for your fix of what’s going on with the black n’ brown folks behind the scene in entertainment, the ones you really have to root for because if Angela Bassett’s gonna get work, these people are her best shot. This week features CW’s “The Game” getting picked up by BET, Shonda Rhimes getting…
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Team Obama is the new hotness according to Vanity Fair (and a ton of other folks, but who cares! It’s Vanity Fair! And they have pictures!) The headlines may be dire, but the new Obama team gives a striking impression that they are not at all intimidated. I interviewed many of them during inauguration week,…