La Toya Jackson is committed to continuing the charitable work her beloved brother Michael began years before his untimely death with AIDS Project LA. From bagging groceries in the APLA to meeting with APLA clients, this is only the beginning of what will be a lifelong dedication by La Toya in supporting the fight against AIDS.
Actress Kerry Washington looks goregous at the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s installation luncheon held at the Beverly Hills Hotel on August 11, 2009, in Beverly Hills, California.
Beyoncé leaving dinner at Nello’s in NYC. We’re sure Jay-Z wasn’t far behind.
Ne-Yo helps launch the new fall ad campaign for Alfani at the Metropolitan Pavilion on August 11, 2009, in New York City.
Jay-Z and Rihanna attend a Rocawear party at the Rocawear Showroom on August 10, 2009, in New York City.
Rihanna is in the building at the Rocawear party on August 10, 2009, in New York City.
Rihanna is spotted heading into one of her favorite restaurants, Da Silvano, on August 11, 2009, in New York City.
Models Marisa Miller and Emanuela de Paula have a little fun at Victoria’s Secret ten-year anniversary celebration of The Body By Victoria Collection at Victoria’s Secret Herald Square on August 11, 2009, in New York City.
Recording artist Ashanti poses for a picture with kids from the Boys and Girls Club during the unveiling of the “Be Amazing” billboard at Duffy Square on August 11, 2009, in New York City.
Singer Ashanti poses following the unveiling of the “Be Amazing” billboard at Duffy Square on August 11, 2009, in New York City.
Gabrielle Union shops at French Connection in L.A. on August 10.
Jamie Foxx appeared on MuchOnDemand on Canada’s MuchMusic to talk about his music, comedy and acting career. Foxx joked that he is recording a kid-friendly version of his big hit, which will be entitled “Blame It On The Apple Juice.”
Meagan Good arrives to her 28th birthday bash at Hollywood’s new hot spot Playhouse.
R&B singer Jeremih took over JET Nightclub at the Mirage Hotel in Vegas. The Chicago native serenades the ladies in the audience with an a cappella rendition of his summer breakout single, “Birthday Sex.”
After making a wish, Meagan Good gets ready to blow out her candles at her 28th birthday party at Playhouse in Hollywood on August 10.
Tyra Banks heads to set to shoot a scene for the upcoming season of “Gossip Girl” in Long Island City, New York, on August 11.
Jamie Foxx leaves Flow 93.5 radio station after a guest appearance in Toronto on August 10.
Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King and Alicia Keys spotted after having lunch together at Phillipe Chow on the Upper East Side in New York City on August 11.
Alicia Keys spotted after having lunch at Phillipe Chow on the Upper East Side in New York City on August 11.
Vanessa L. Williams is snapped at an event in NYC.
Keri “Miss Keri, Baby” Hilson breaks it down during a performance to promote her debut album “In a Perfect World” at Club Womb on August 10, 2009, in Tokyo, Japan.
Vanessa Simmons has her birthday bash at a trendy nightclub in NYC.
Brad Pitt and Sydney Poitier embrace at the premiere of “Inglorious Basterds” at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on August 10, 2009, in Hollywood, California.
Sydney Poitier is accompanied by his daughter actress Sydney Tamiia Poitier at the premiere of “Inglorious Basterds” at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on August 10, 2009, in Hollywood, California.
Halle Berry is seen out and about in Los Angeles on August 8, 2009.
Edgy as ever, Cassie works the cameras at the SoBe Lifewater Summer Fridays in Chicago on August 10.
Joy Bryant attends the W in Chicago looking chic as usual.
Santigold and Joy Bryant rock out at the Music Lounge at the Hard Rock Hotel in Chicago on August 10.
Halle Berry captures the attentino of all as she’s snapped out and about in Los Angeles.
Accompanied by a furry friend, Jordin Sparks browsed through a gifting lounge for the Teen Choice Awards in L.A. on August 10.
Singer Beyonce® and Solange Knowles (L) Promote Samantha Thavasa & Disney Collection at Tokyo Disneyland Hotel on August 10, 2009, in Urayasu, Chiba, Japan.
Angela Simmons was seen out with friends at Da Silvano restaurant in NYC on August 10.
Ryan Leslie and Jon B. chop it up backstage at the Central Park SummerStage in NYC on August 10.
Ryan Leslie gives the camera his best look before hitting the stage at the Central Park SummerStage in NYC on August 10.
Jazmine Sullivan strikes a pose before her performance at the Central Park SummerStage Concert in NYC.
Deborah Cox knows how to work the cameras as seen here backstage at the Central Park SummerStage concert on August 10.
Case and his nephew spread peace backstage at the Central Park SummerStage concert in NYC on August 10.
R&B singer Jon B. was on hand at the Central Park SummerStage show in NYC on August 10 to perform songs from his new album.
Case does his thing on the Central Park SummerStage in NYC on August 10.
Boxing champ Mike Tyson tried out his salon skills on Joe Jonas of teen singing sensation the Jonas Brothers at the 2009 Teen Choice Awards held at Gibson Amphitheatre on August 9 in Universal City, California.
Singer Jordin Sparks works the red carpet at he 2009 Teen Choice Awards on August 9 in Universal City, California.
Actress Keke Palmer steals the show upon her arrival to the 2009 Teen Choice Awards at the Gibson Amphitheatre on August 9 in Universal City, California.
Kelis is out and about with newborn son Knight in NYC’s Meat Packing District.
Naomi Campbell spotted with her boyfriend Vladislav Doronin at a masquerade party at L’acqua Pazza in Ponza, Italy.
Usher hosts a party at the Playboy Club at the Palms Casino Resort for the July/August issue of Vegas Magazine August 7, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Actors Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Marlon Wayans celebrate the release of their new film “G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra” at a special screening at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on August 6 in Los Angeles.
Ciara gives the cameras her best shot at the “G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra” premiere at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on August 6 in L.A.
Jermaine Dupri is ready to get his Xbox 360 on at a Madden NFL 10 event hosted by the Konsole Kingz in Atlanta.
The newest “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star and longtime musician Kandi Burruss works the red carpet at the Atlanta Xbox event.
We hope D. Woods, formerly of Danity Kane, didn’t chip one of her pretty pink nails playing Madden NFL at Konsole Kingz’s game night in Atlanta.
Halle Berry attends the launch event for Gap’s 1969 Jean Shop on August 6 in West Hollywood, California.
A glowing Tisha Campbell-Martin attends A Pea in the Pod launch party for the Nicole Richie maternity collection held at A Pea In The Pod on August 6 in Beverly Hills, California.
Tisha Campbell Martin, Ali Landry and an expecting Golden Brooks were all smiles at the A Pea in the Pod launch party for the Nicole Richie maternity collection held on August 6, 2009 in Beverly Hills.
Tyra Banks films a scene for the hit show “Gossip Girl” at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York City on August 6.
Still enjoying her summer break, Malia Obama exits the Good Stuff Eatery after a quick bite with mom in Washington, D.C., on August 6.
Kanye West and girlfriend Amber Rose leave the Mercer Hotel in SoHo on August 6.
Tyra Banks is snapped on location in NYC filming a scene for the upcoming season of “Gossip Girl” at the Ziegfeld Theatre on August 6.
Tracy Morgan and his two pups are seen taking a break while Tracy talks on his cell phone in SoHo on August 6.
It appears Common’s character has injured himself as seen here in a scene from the actor’s new movie “Just Wright.”
Paula Patton is all laughs during filming of her new movie “Just Wright” with Common and Queen Latifah in NYC’s Upper East Side.
Mary J. Blige enjoys a soft serve ice cream cone while out and about in SoHo on August 5.
Ashanti works the red carpet at G-Shock presents Shock the World tour in New York City on August 5.
Estelle struts her stuff on the red carpet of the G-Shock presents Shock the World tour in NYC on August 5.
Eva Marcille spreads peace and love at the G-Shock presents Shock the World tour in NYC on August 5.
Chrisette Michelle is a vision at a concert stop at the Frannz Club in Berlin on August 5.
Jamie Foxx eyes…er….cupid…on the movie set of his new film “Valentine’s Day” in Los Angeles on August 5.
Jamie Foxx films a scene on the set of the upcoming “Valentine’s Day” in Los Angeles on August 5.
Chris Brown and attorney Mark Geragos listen intently at a sentencing hearing at the Superior Court of Los Angeles County on August 5.
Pals Gayle King and music exec Kevin Liles enjoy a night out in NYC.
Tonya Lewis Lee, wife of director Spike Lee, attends the benefit dinner for the Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now at the Barbetta Restaurant in NYC on August 4.
“Real Housewives of Atlanta” star NeNe Leakes brought her fabulousness to the ESSENCE office in NYC on August 5.
The regal and radiant Mary J. Blige attends the Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now at Barbetta Restaurant in NYC on August 5.
Ms. Berry was spotted purchasing flowers from Bristol Farms on her way to a hospital in Beverly Hills on August 5.
Actresses and twin siblings Tia Mowry, left, and Tamera Mowry Hardrict grab lunch together at Toast in West Hollywood on August 4.
Refusing to let down the paparazzi following her every move, Rihanna steps out in New York City’s SoHo on August 5.
Friends and “Ocean’s” trilogy costars Matt Damon and Don Cheadle on holiday with their families in Italy.
Serena Williams is snapped leaving Katsuya restaurant in Los Angeles on August 5.
Angela Simmons makes time for a bite at Joan’s in Los Angeles on August 4.
President Obama presents cupcakes he brought for veteran White House reporter Helen Thomas, who shares the same birthday as him in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House on August 4.
Jordin Sparks performs tunes from her latest release, “Battlefield,” at the HP Pavilion on August 3 in San Jose, California.
Rocking her new short do and body-hugging ensemble, Ciara steps out for dinner at Barbetta in NYC on August 4.
“Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Dwight Eubanks stops by the ESSENCE office to say hello and share details on the show and his upcoming fashion line.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z is spotted visiting the set of Common and Queen Latifah’s new film “Just Wright” in NYC on August 3.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z visit the set of Common’s latest movie “Just Wright” in New York City on August 3.
Paula Patton films a scene for “Just Wright” at a townhouse on the Upper East Side in New York City on August 3.
Estelle out and about shopping in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood on August 3.
Rihanna arrives at a New York City heliport after spending her weekend in the Hamptons on August 3.
Rihanna departs a helicopter after a fun-filled weekend in the Hamptons.
Actress Alfre Woodard arrives at the CBS, CW, CBS Television Studio and Showtime TCA party at the Huntington Library on August 3 in Pasadena, California.
Maxwell concert after party at LIV at Fontainebleau on July 31.
Tyrese Gibson hit the shops in Vancouver during a break in filming on August 2.
Common heads inside The Gramercy Park Hotel after a workout at the gym in New York City.
Servicemen and women along with execs joing Soledad O’Brien (center, red dress) and National Urban League president Marc Morial (center, in suit) at a special screening of Essence and CNN’s “Reclaiming the Dream” at the National Urban League Conference in Chicago.
Stevie Wonder grabs dinner at Mr Chow in Beverly Hills on July 31.
Halle Berry enjoyed an evening out with boyfriend Gabriel Aubry in Beverly Hills on August 2.
Tyler Perry poses with Disney characters and more than 70 campers from Creative Steps in Philadelphia on July 31 at Disney Quest.
Actress Vivica A. Fox celebrates her birthday at Muzik Night Club on August 1, in Toronto, Onatario, Canada.
Beyoncé wows the crowd at the Winn on July 31 in Las Vegas.
Jay-Z rocks the house at the 2009 All Points West Music & Arts Festival at Liberty State Park on July 31 in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Gayle King attends the premiere of “Julie & Julia” on July 30 in New York City.
Rihanna does her usual city stroll in NYC on July 31.
Ludacris was out to dinner with his daughter Karma in Beverly Hills, California.
Queen Latifah and Phylicia Rashad are all smiles on the set of their new comedy “Just Wright” in NYC on July 31.
Ciara makes a scene while arriving at STK for dinner in Los Angeles.
Kiely Williams arrives at the Upstairs Boutique opening in Hollywood, California.
Tyra Banks seen doing a photo shoot in SoHo, New York City on July 30.
Sheree Whitfield, star of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” gives the camera her best shot before her appearance on “The Wendy Williams Show” on July 30.
Rasheed Young, president of Run Athletics, and often seen on MTV’s “Run’s House,” took his sons Christopher, 7, (Red Sox hat) and Derek, 5, (Yankees hat) to hang out with their main man Grover at Sesame Place.
Rihanna spotted out in New York City on July 30.
Actor Terrence Howard and Actress Tracee Ellis Ross attend the opening reception for the National Urban League at The Field Museum on July 29 in Chicago.
Gabrielle Union stops by French Connection to check out the designs for fall 2009 and plays a little Twister while she’s at it July 29 in Los Angeles.
Ciara takes a risk in this head-turning ensemble at an event in Los Angeles on July 29.
Gabrielle Union keeps all eyes on her in this military-style jacket at the Express celebrates Txt L8tr Campaign in Los Angeles on July 29.
Rihanna makes her way inside Da Silvano restaurant in New York City.
Vin Diesel at the 10th New York International Latino Film Festival in New York.
Halle Berry and daughter Nahla stop by a friend’s house in Los Angeles.
LaLa Vasquez and Carmelo Anthony are in the building at the launch party for TAG signature series of body sprays at The London Hotel on July 28 in West Hollywood, California.
Ludacris makes a loud entrance at the Launch party for the new TAG Signature Series body spray July 28 at The London Hotel West in Los Angeles.
The cast of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” rock out at their season 2 party in Atlanta.
Lisa gets her party on as lifestyle expert Kenny Burns plays spectator.
Sheree and NeNe put their best foot forward.
Fat Joe, Usher and Rico Love hang tight at Mansion in Miami.
Singer Le Toya Luckett attends Darrelle Revis’s birthday party at Greenhouse on July 28 in New York City.
Le Toya Luckett and the NY Jets’ Darrelle Revis get their party on at Revis’ birthday bash.
Rihanna spotted out and about in NYC on July 28.
The stunning Keri Hilson signs autographs outside MTV Studios in New York City after an appearance on “It’s On With Alexa Chung” to promote her latest single “Knock You Down.”
Ciara does a little shopping in Los Angeles on July 28.
Rihanna soothes her sweet tooth while attending a post-concert party at The Griffin on July 28 in New York City.
Kanye West was snapped heading into Barneys on July 28 in Beverly Hills.
Whitney Houston and Halle Berry catch up during Houston’s “I Look To You” CD listening party at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.
Wherever Rihanna goes, the cameras will follow, like here on July 28 in New York City.
Paula Patton and Common work on the set of “Just Wright” in NYC on July 27.
Keri Hilson gives the people what they want—and slammin’ performance at SumFest in Jamaica.
Ne-Yo works up a sweat at SumFest in Jamaica.
Beenie Man checks out the action backstage at SumFest in Jamaica.
Keri Hilson, The-Dream and Christina Millian get it poppin’ at Grey Goose Entertainment and BET’s “Rising Icons” launch party at 1OAK on July 27 in New York City.
‘The Dream’ and Christina Milian attend the RISING ICONS event presented by Grey Goose and BET Networks at 1OAK on July 27, 2009 in New York City.
Chris Brown and the Chris Brown All-Stars play against the DJ Webstar All-Stars at Harlem’s Rucker Park on July 27 in New York City.
Singer Keri Hilson attends the RISING ICONS event presented by Grey Goose and BET Networks at 1OAK on July 27, 2009 in New York City.
It’s so cliche to sing the song, but every time Rihanna is spotted shielding herself from the rain, like here, in NYC, on her way to Bloomingdale’s and Caribbean fast food joint Golden Crust, all we can think is…well….“ella, ella, eh.”
Sean “Diddy” Combs is summertime fly while leaving MTV Studios on July 27 in NYC.
Hip-hop artist Fabolous and music producer L.A. Reid attend a special listening party of Fab’s new album “Loso’s Way” at Tribeca Grand Hotel on July 27 in New York City.
Usher leaves LAX on July 26.
Rapper Wale and singers Ryan Leslie, Keri Hilson and The-Dream hang tight at BET’s party celebrating the launch of the new TV show “Rising Icons” on July 27 in NYC.
Chris Brown smiles bright with NYPD officers before playing a basketball game in Harlem July 27 in NYC.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z can’t escape the cameras. The couple was spotted out and about in NYC.
Rihanna is snapped heading out to dinner at Emilio’s Ballato restaurant in NYC on July 25.
Tyrese and Toccara get the party started at Mack’s Party for Peace Celebrity Weekend.
Tyrese greets Terrence Howard at Mack’s Party for Peace Celebrity Weekend in Philadelphia.
It seems Tyra Banks takes her fierce catwalk with her everywhere, including the Los Angeles International Airport, as seen here on July 27.
Lil’ Kim capped off her birthday weekend in Miami with a lil’ fun at LIV at Fontainebleau on July 26.
Joe takes a break backstage after charming the ladies with soul sounds at the City Parks Foundation Central Park SummerStage on July 25. Concert goers enjoyed a free afternoon of R&B music.
Kelly Rowland gets in on the action at the Madden NFL 10 Pigskiin Pro-Am on Xbox 360 event on July 24 in Malibu, California.
En Vogue—Terry Ellis, left, Cindy Herron, Dawn Robinson and Maxine Jones—were on hand to help celebrate the HollyRod Foundation’s 2009 DesignCare event honoring Michael J. Fox on July 25 in Los Angeles.
Gabrielle Union heats up the red carpet at the HollyRod Foundation’s 2009 DesignCare event on July 25 in Los Angeles.
Holly Robinson Peete and her husband, Rodney Peete, greet actor Michael J. Fox at the HollyRod Foundation’s 2009 DesignCare event honoring Michael J. Fox on July 25 in Los Angeles, California.
Chris Tucker was on hand for the Summer Stage Concert Series showcasing Joe, Ginuwine and Chico DeBarge in NYC.
Sanaa Lathan is stunning at the HollyRod Foundation’s 2009 DesignCare event on July 25 in Los Angeles.
Joe serenades the women in attendance during a concert at New York City’s Central Park Summer Stage series.
Ciara gives the cameras her best shot at the HollyRod Foundation’s 2009 DesignCare event on July 25 in Los Angeles.
Kelly Rowland does her thing at TAO Las Vegas at the Venetian on July 23 in Las Vegas.
Usher gets a lift in hopes of seeing eye to eye with NBA vet Alonzo Mourning at the closing ceremony for Usher’s Camp New Look on July 24 in Atlanta.
Rihanna was spotted at JFK airport in New York City on July 24.
Ciara gets her shop on in West Hollywood, California.
Trina is in the building at at Mansion nightclub July 23 in Miami for Lil’ Kim’s birthday celebration.
Lil’ Kim works the red carper at her born day bash at Mansion nightclub July 23 in Miami.
Lil’ Kim’s BFF Lisa Raye made sure she was in the house to celebrate her girl’s birthday.
Usher goes for a jog in Los Angeles on July 23.
Ginuwine was spotted outside the Ed Sullivan Theater in NYC before his performance on “The Late Show with David Letterman” on July 23.
Sean “Diddy” arrives at the Ed Sullivan Theater for his appearance on “The Late Show with David Letterman” on July 23 in New York City.
Tyrese promotes his new comic book in San Diego.
Rihanna does her usual red-carpet takeover at the U.K. premiere of “Inglourious Basterds” on July 23 in London.
Lil’ Kim arrives at Miami International Airport for a little fun in the sun on July 22.
Selita Ebanks walks the red carpet at the GUESS Flagship Boutique opening on July 22 in New York City.
Jay-Z keeps it funky fresh at Nobu restaurant in London.
Tia and Tamera Mowry arrive at JFK airport on July 21 in New York.
Q-Tip attends the exhibition of the Revolutionary Artist of the Black Panther Party on July 21 in New York City.
Ciara gets her shop on Robertson Boulevard in West Hollywood on July 21.
Rihanna hits up Vendome Nightclub in London on July 21.
LeBron James enjoys a night out at MyHouse in Los Angeles on July 21.
Ciara is rocking a short new do at the Los Angeles premiere of “Orphan” at the Mann Village Theatre on July 21 in Westwood, California.
Alicia Keys shares smooches with Whitney at Houston’s “I Look To You” album listening party at the Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center on July 21 in New York City.
President Barack Obama shares a laugh with his daughter Malia at the start of the White House music series celebrating country music at the White House in Washington on July 21.
Gayle King and Benny Medina were on hand for Whitney Houston’s “I Look To You” album listening party at Jazz at Lincoln Center on July 21, 2009 in New York City.
Clive Davis hosted Whitney Houston’s highly anticipated album listening party at Jazz at Lincoln Center on July 21 in NYC.
Whitney Houston greets attendees at her New York listening party.
Actress Vivica A. Fox attends the NFL Meets R&B event at Nikki Beach on July 21 in New York City.
Corbin Bleu performs in Concert at Hard Rock Cafe in New York City on July 20.
Jay-Z is spotted leaving Radio 1 Studios in London on July 21.