Russell Simmons makes his way through the crowd at the lively affair.
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Actress Lauren London makes her way inside the star-studded movie premiere.
Ne-Yo and VH1 News correspondent Janell Snowden share camera time at the event.
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As the new face of Gucci, Rihanna showcases the company’s latest designs.
Gabrielle Union gets ready to bust her best move.
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Sanaa Lathan was on hand to support her BFF Gabrielle Union and other friends in the upcoming film “Cadillac Records.”
Ne-Yo and his mentor Jay-Z work their magic as they make their way inside to support Beyoncé and the “Cadillac Records” cast.
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Recording artist Teyana Taylor bundles up at the Gucci UNICEF cocktail party, at the company’s flagship store in New York.
Rapper Akon arrives on the red carpet in a gray velvet ensemble.
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Vanessa Williams gets in the holiday spirit at the opening night performance of “White Christmas” on Broadway.
Rihanna returns in fire engine red as Gucci celebrates the launch of its Tattoo Heart Collection.
LL Cool J attends Cirque du Soleil’s production of “Wintuk” with his family.
Kenny Lattimore performs his biggest hits at B.B. King’s in New York City.
Lionel Richie serenades a crowd at Sahara Park Newlands in Cape Town, South Africa.
Rapper Rick Ross, left, helps Fabolous celebrate his birthday at Club Centurion in New York City.
John Legend rehearses for the 2008 CNN Heroes event in Hollywood.
Mary J. Blige, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, shines at the Gucci UNICEF dinner.
In London, Jada Pinkett Smith promotes her new film “Madagascar Escape 2 Africa.”
Actress Holly Robinson-Peete, left, Linda Dunham, Global Chair of Ronald McDonald House Charities, and singer Tamia celebrate World Children’s Day in New York.
Diddy makes a stylish appearance at the grand opening of Fontainebleau Miami Beach.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson signs copies of his new book, “32 Ways to be a Champion in Business.”
Jermaine Dupri and Janet Jackson spend quality time at the opening of Atlantis, The Palm Resort in Dubai.
Gabrielle Union is ready to party at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show post-celebration.
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Singer Mario is ready for a night of fun at DJ Khaled’s birthday party in Miami.
Usher knows how to put on a show. The singer performed at the 2008 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
Beyoncé Knowles stays warm in a turtleneck dress while promoting her third solo album, “I Am . . . Sasha Fierce.”
Solange performs at Mansion in New York City.
Maya Angelou accepts her award at the 2008 Marian Anderson Awards at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia.
What’s an MTV show without Diddy? The mogul made an appearance at the “TRL Total Finale Live” show in NYC on Sunday.
Cedric the Entertainer celebrates his new Broadway show, “American Buffalo,” with wife Lorna Wells at the show’s opening-night after party.
Superstar Beyoncé performed her new singles “If I Were a Boy” and “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” for the series finale of “TRL.”
Cedric cuddles with a spirited gift.
“Hot in Herre” rapper Nelly was also in attendance for MTV’s "TRL Total Finale Live” show in NYC.
Will Smith makes his way inside the Miami premiere of his latest film, “Seven Pounds.”
Model Selita Ebanks looks sassy on the pink carpet at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after party in Miami Beach.
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Ludacris stopped by the MTV Studios to show his support for the final taping of “TRL.”
Singer Eric Benet greets Holly Robinson Peete at a private party in Malibu.
Mario shows off his pearly whites at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after party in Miami.
Usher greets models backstage at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Miami Beach, Florida.
Black Hollywood’s favorite BFFs Gabrielle Union and Sanaa Lathan party at Karu & Y lounge in Miami.
Chris Rock walked the red carpet for the premiere of “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” in Sydney, Australia.
LaBelle members Nona Hendryx, left, Sarah Dash and Patti LaBelle promote their new album in New York City.
Philly fans shake hands with Brandy during her special concert for a local radio station.
Alicia Keys makes her way inside The Keep A Child Alive 5th Annual Black Ball at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.
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Pharrell Williams, right, celebrates the 3rd anniversary of his business, The Ice Cream Store, with fashion designer NIGO in Tokyo, Japan.
Singers and close friends Leona Lewis and Keisha Buchanan make a striking pair in their hometown of London.
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Ray-J shops at Kitson in Los Angeles with a lady friend on his upcoming reality show.
Estelle returns to London to appear on Saturdays Sound on the country’s BBC2 network.
John Legend sings for the crowd at a tribute for Gloria Estefan, hosted by the 2008 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year Awards in Houston, Texas.
Rapper Jim Jones, right, celebrates opening night of “Hip Hop Monologues: Inside the Mind of Jim Jones” with Juelz Santana in New York.
With funky shades and a cap, Christina Millian visits a medical center in Beverly Hills.
Whoopi Goldberg joins protesters in New York, who are speaking out against California’s Proposition 8 that passed recently. The bill eliminated the court’s ruling that approved gay marriage.
Darius Rucker takes questions at the Country Music Awards in Nashville.
Rihanna strolls through the airport in Perth, Australia, preparing for departure.
Self-described “pit bull in a skirt” Eve works the red carpet at the 2008 Emery Awards at Cipriani in New York.
Michelle Williams supports friend and hairstylist Ursula Stephen at Stephen’s birthday bash at the L’Oreal Professional Products Institute in NYC.
Alicia Keys waves to the crowd before making an appearance on the “The Late Show with David Letterman.”
Djimon Hounsou takes a break from recording for Marvel’s “The Black Panther” in Hollywood, California.
Gladys Knight performs at the 7th Annual Elton John Aids Foundation Benefit in NYC.
Chris Brown looks a little sluggish while traveling and performing with close friend Rihanna on her tour.
Tyra Banks is aglow as she accepts an award at Glamour’s 2008 Women of the Year Awards at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice joined the party at Glamour’s 2008 Women of the Year Awards.
Actress Kerry Washington goes for glam at the L’Oreal Legends Gala to Benefit The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund at American Museum of Natural History in New York.
Actress Vanessa Williams lends her support at the 2008 New York City Mayor’s Awards for Arts and Culture held at the Apollo Theater in Harlem.
Actress Taraji P. Henson arrives in style at the Behind the Camera Awards in Los Angeles at The Highlands.
Alicia Keys rocks the crowd at the World Music Awards in Monte Carlo, Monaco.
Beyoncé performs her new female anthem “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It).”
Leona Lewis is ready for her close-up at the awards.
Singer Solange flaunts her eclectic style at the awards ceremony, where she was on hand to support big sis Beyoncé.
As part of his One Night Stand tour, Usher serenades the crowd at the Kool Haus in Toronto, Canada.
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon are world-class travelers as they enjoy the festivities surrounding the World Music Awards.
Sean “Diddy” Combs wears his Obama support on his sleeve during a visit to MTV studios in New York.
Singer Macy Gray greets Patti LaBelle before they perform at the Holt Renfrew in Toronto, Canada.
Rapper Kanye West and singer Estelle grace the stage for a performance at celebrity blogger Perez Hilton’s One Night In Liverpool held at the Carling Academy.
Ne-Yo visits Macy’s flagship store in New York City.
