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Star Gazing 12.18.09

Star Gazing 12.18.09
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Real Talk

Director Lee Daniels attends the Meet the Filmmaker series at the Apple Store Soho on January 13, 2010 in New York City.

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Nice Guy

Anthony Anderson departs NBC Studios in New York City.

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Glossy and Girly

Brandy speaks at the Microdine product launch & web concert at SIR Studios on January 12, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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VIP Only

George Clooney and Spike Lee attends a private party in NYC on January 13.

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Million Dollar Smile

Denzel Washington appears on CBS The Early Show on January 14.

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Smokin’ Hot

L.L.Cool J dines at Madeo in West Hollywood, California.

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Sexy Women

Stylist Misa Hylton and Janice Combs attend Barry Mullineux and Misa Hylton’s birthday celebration at Greenhouse on January 13, 2010 in New York City.

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Walking on Glitter

Alicia Keys attends the photocall during her latest album promotion ‘The Element Of Freedom’ at Tokyo Mid-Town on January 14, 2010 in Tokyo, Japan.

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Style Alert

Model Sessilee Lopez attends her birthday celebration at Avenue on January 13, 2010 in New York City.

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Caribbean Performance

Fantasia in concert at the Barbados Music Awards in the Caribbean on January 12.

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National Treasure

Gabourey Sidibe and Lee Daniels attend 2010 National Board Of Review Of Motion Pictures Awards Gala.

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Baby Ride

Keilis arrives at Los Angeles International Airport with her son on January 10.

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Talented Group

Lori McCreary, Zwela Mandela, Morgan Freeman, and Zinzi Mandela attend the 2010 National Board Of Review Of Motion Pictures Awards Gala.

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Natural Look

Actress Keke Palmer attends the iPOP! Awards Showcase Gala at Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on January 12, 2010 in Century City, California.

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Chit Chatting

Sidney Poitier talks to a friend in Beverly Hills on January 12.

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Cute and Cuddly

Angela Simmons shows off her new puppy in West Hollywood.

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Out and About

Actress Whoopi Goldberg visits the ‘Late Show With David Letterman’ at the Ed Sullivan Theater on January 12, 2010 in New York City.

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On Set

Omarion, Rocsi and Terrence J. on the set of BET’s ‘106 & Park’ at BET Studios on January 11, 2010 in New York City.

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Music Man

Q-Tip DJ’s at Greenhouse on January 12, 2010 in New York City.

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Lavender Lady

Zoe Saldana walks on the set for Avon’s Eternal Magic Fragrance at Cinema World Studios on December 19, 2009 in the borough of Brooklyn in New York City

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Dedicated Director

Director Lee Daniels attends the National Board of Review of Motion Pictures Awards gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on January 12, 2010 in New York City.

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Man of Distinction

Morgan Freeman speaks onstage at The National Board of Review of Motion Pictures Awards gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on January 12, 2010 in New York City.

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Royal Actress
Gabourey Sidibe attends the 2010 National Board of Review Awards Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on January 12, 2010 in New York City.
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Cool & Collect

Recording artist Jeremih after his performance at the Pure Nightclub at Caesars Palace early January 13, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Handsome Look

Actor Anthony Mackie speaks onstage at the National Board of Review of Motion Pictures Awards gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on January 12, 2010 in New York City.

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On the Go

Natalie Cole with her white sandwich bag leaving a deli in Beverly Hills.

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Fashion Forward

Zoe Saldana Goes Shopping at Diesel in LA on January 12.

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Grocery Time

Rihanna grocery shops at Gelson’s market in LA.

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Sexy Tooth Fairy

American actor Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson holds a press conference to launch the movie ‘Tooth Fairy’ (Hada Por Accidente) at Four Seasons Hotel on January 11, 2010 in Mexico City, Mexico

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Boys Night Out

Tyrese, Snoop Dogg and Sean ‘P. Diddy’ Combs attend Tank & Tyrese’s Fly & Flashy Birthday Extravaganza on January 10, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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Looking Yummy

Tank and Tyrese celebrate at their Fly & Flashy Birthday Extravaganza on January 10, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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Birthday Extravaganza

Singer Rihanna and actor and singer Tyrese pose at Tank & Tyrese’s Fly & Flashy Birthday on January 10, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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Hey You!

Nick Cannon seen outside MTV studios in Times Square, Midtown Manhattan

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Premiere Destination

Kimberly Woodruff and Ice Cube at Warner Bros. Pictures Premiere of Alcon Entertainment’s ‘The Book of Eli’ at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Wrap Star

Actress Kimberly Elise arrives at the premiere of Warner Bros. ‘The Book Of Eli’ held at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Hotness

Actor Brandon T. Jackson arrives at the premiere of Warner Bros. ‘The Book Of Eli’ held at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Three’s Company

Mary J. Blige, Ne-Yo, and Kendu Isaacs party in Miami on January 11.

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Match it Up

Larenz Tate arrives at the premiere of Warner Bros. ‘The Book Of Eli’ held at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Soft Look

Actress Rosario Dawson attends the ‘The Book Of Eli’ Los Angeles Premiere at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Silky Sensation

Taraji P. Henson arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere “The Book Of Eli” at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Look This Way

Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson and wife Cookie Johnson arrive at the premiere of Warner Bros. ‘The Book Of Eli’ held at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Hollywood Couple

Denzel Washington® and wife Pauletta Washington arrive at the premiere of Warner Bros. ‘The Book Of Eli’ held at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on January 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

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Strike a Pose

Amber Riley attends the Fox Winter 2010 All-Star Party held at Villa Sorisso on January 11, 2010 in Pasadena, California.

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Flawless Beauty

Actress Aisha Tyler arrives at the Fox Winter 2010 All-Star Party held at Villa Sorisso on January 11, 2010 in Pasadena, California.

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Sexy, Hot and Cool

Anthony Mackie attends the 2009 New York Film Critic’s Circle Awards at Crimson on January 11, 2010 in New York City.

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Love That Girl

Tatyana Ali promoting her TV series ‘Love that Girl and the Young and the Restless’ at PIX11 Morning News in New York City.

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Steamy Performance

Mario at the 106 & Park tour in Philadelphia.

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Denzel in the House

Denzel Washington attends a game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on January on January 10, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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Game Time

Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas having a good time at the LA Lakers game.

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So Sweet

Gabrielle Union attends the Pepsi Refresh Project Cafe in Los Angeles on January 10.

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Pepsi Challenge

Keisha Whitaker attends the Pepsi Refresh Project Cafe in Los Angeles on January 10.

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Bear Hug

Zoe Saldana attends the Pepsi Refresh Project Cafe in Los Angeles on January 10.

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Perfect Smile

Holly Robinson Peete arrives ‘Active For Life’ event to benefit The March of Dimes held at a private location on January 8, 2010 in Culver City, California.

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Party People

Funkmaster Flex and Lil’ Kim attend M2 Ultra Lounge on January 8, 2010 in New York City.

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Oscar Watch

Director Lee Daniels and Actress Gabourey Sidibe attends the 9th Annual New York Times Arts & Leisure Weekend at The Times Center on January 9, 2010 in New York City.

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Brother to Brother

John Legend and Vaughn Anthony attend Haze Nightclub in beautiful Aria Resort and Casino on January 10 in Las Vegas.

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Dinner & Friends

Forest Whitaker and friends dine at Madeo in West Hollywood.

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Beautiful Lady

Jordin Sparks performs at the 4th Annual Lemon Ball on January 9, 2010 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The event raises critical funds in the battle against childhood cancer.

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Camera Ready

Ruby Dee and Harry Belafonte attend a screening of ‘Soundtrack for a Revolution’ hosted by Tribeca Film Institute’s Gucci Tribeca Documentary Fund at Tribeca Cinemas on January 9, 2010 in New York City.

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Retail Therapy

Jada Pinkett Smith smiles at the paparazzi while out shopping in Hollywood on January 8.

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TV Star

Regina King attends a screening for “Southland” in Philadelphia on January 7.

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Out and About

Meagan Good out and about in west Hollywood
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Sweet & Happy

Actress Tracee Ellis Ross attends a party to welcome the newest cast members to ‘Love, Loss, And What I Wore’ at Marseille on January 7, 2010 in New York City.

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Golden Touch

Alicia Keys backstage at The Apollo Theater on January 7, 2010 in New York City.

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Big Hair Day

Lady Gaga and Dr.Dre introduce Monster Cable’s headphones during the 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Lovely Keys

Alicia Keys performs at The Apollo Theater on January 7, 2010 in New York City.

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Cool & Collect

Usher arriving at Haze Nightclub in the beautiful Aria Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

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Family Love

Singer Al Green sits amongst his daughters Ruby, Alba and Cora at the Festival First Night photo call at The Famous Spiegeltent on January 8, 2010 in Sydney, Australia.

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Celebrity Bowling

Ludacris after a break at the PBA celebrity bowling fundraiser at Riverboat Lanes on January 7, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Stylish Lady

Keri Hilson attends the Georgia GRAMMY Nominee Reception at the W Hotel Downtown on January 7, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Forever Young

Patti LaBelle performs in concert at the San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino on January 7, 2010 in Highland, California.

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Hotness

Chris Paul of the New Orleans Hornets spins a bowling ball on his finger at the PBA celebrity bowling fundraiser at Riverboat Lanes on January 7, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Fantasia in the House

Fantasia Stops by the Essence office in NYC on January 7.

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Handsome Look

LL Cool J watches during the NBA game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.

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Dinner Date

Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou leaving Boa restaurant in L.A.

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Natural Gal

Vanessa Williams arrives swiftly and fashionably into LAX on January 6.

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Model Behavior

Sessilee Lopez attends “Leap Year” New York premiere at the Directors Guild Theater on January 6.

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Dazzling Diva

Host Queen Latifah performs onstage during the People’s Choice Awards 2010 in Los Angeles.

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Picture Perfect

Actress Niecy Nash, wearing a pink Tadashi Shoji gown, arrives at the People’s Choice Awards 2010 held at Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles.

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Marvelous Mary

Mary J. Blige performs onstage during the People’s Choice Awards 2010 in Los Angeles.

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In the House

Actresses Taraji P. Henson and Paula Patton backstage during the People’s Choice Awards 2010 held at Nokia Theatre L.A. in Los Angeles.

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Fabulous Fantasia

Singer and TV personality Fantasia Barrino visits BET’s 106 & Park at BET Studios on January 6, 2010 in New York City.

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Pure Ocean Love

Jordin Sparks and Steph Jones spend time in Cabos St. Lucas.

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In Loving Memory

Singer Stevie Wonder performs at the funeral of civil rights leader Percy Sutton January 6, 2010 at Riverside Church in New York City.

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Cruisin’

Rihanna leans on Matt Kemp as they sail around Cabo San Lucas.

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Beautiful Ladies

Tatiana Ali and Wanda Sykes attend the 41st NAACP Image Awards nomination announcements and press conference held at The SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills
Los Angeles, California.

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Good Looking Gentleman

Taye Diggs attend the 41st NAACP Image Awards nomination announcements and press conference held at The SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills Los Angeles, California.

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Happy Guy

Michael Strahan attend the 41st NAACP Image Awards nomination announcements and press conference held at The SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills Los Angeles, California.

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Kiss for You

Rihanna and Matt Kemp go swimming with dolphins in Los Cabos.

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Fun in the Sun

Rihanna and Matt Kemp go swimming with dolphins in Los Cabos.

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Sexy, Hot and Cool

Rihanna and Matt Kemp go swimming with dolphins in Los Cabos.

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Gala Glitz

Mariah Carey arrives at the 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival gala held at the Palm Springs Convention Center on January 5, 2010 in Palm Springs, California.

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Big Smile

Actor Morgan Freeman arrives at the 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival gala held at the Palm Springs Convention Center on January 5, 2010 in Palm Springs, California.

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Front Row Couple

Mary J. Blige and her husband Martin Kendu Isaacs attend a game between the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on January 5, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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Proud Moment

Morgan Freeman presents the Career Achievement award onstage at the 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival gala held at the Palm Springs Convention Center on January 5, 2010 in Palm Springs, California.

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Bright Lights

Director/producer Lee Daniels presents the Breakthrough Actress Performance award onstage at the 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival gala held at the Palm Springs Convention Center on January 5, 2010 in Palm Springs, California.

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Two of a Kind

Director/producer Lee Daniels (L) presents actress/singer Mariah Carey with the Breakthrough Actress Performance award onstage at the 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival gala held at the Palm Springs Convention Center on January 5, 2010 in Palm Springs, California.

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Fresh Look

Robin Givens arrive on the orange carpet at Miami Dolphins game at Landshark Stadium on January 3, 2010 in Miami, Florida.

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Royal Beauty
Queen Latifah attends the Covergirl Clean Makeup For Clean Water Campaign Announcement at Four Seasons Hotel on January 5, 2010 in Beverly Hills, California.
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Giving Back

Queen Latifah and Dania Ramirez pose for the camera at the Covergirl Clean Makeup For Clean Water in Beverly Hills, California.

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The Best Ever

Singer Drake takes a walk in Miami, Florida on January 4.

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Splash…Splash…Splash

Rihanna and L.A. Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp play in the water.

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Getaway

Rihanna vacations with L.A. Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp at a posh hideaway in Mexico.

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What A Day!

Natalie Cole out and about in L.A.

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Traffic Jam

Usher gets trapped in a traffic jam in L.A. on January 3.

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Trendsetter

Serena Williams arrive on the orange carpet at Landshark Stadium in Miami, Florida on January 3.

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Let’s Go

Common exits Landshark Stadium in Miami, Florida on January 3.

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Late Night

Rapper Ludacris out and about with a friend in L.A.

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The Three of Us

Robin Givens pose with her children at
Landshark Stadium on January 3 in Miami, Florida.

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Fun in the Sun

Spike Lee enjoys the sun at the Fontainebleau Hotel in South Beach, Florida.

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Family Vacation

Spike Lee and his family spend time at the Fontainebleau Hotel in South Beach, Florida.

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Gracious Host

Diddy hosted the opening of Vanity Nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 2, 2010.

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The Look

Meagan Good glances back as she arrives at Vanity Nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada on its opening night, January 2, 2010.

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Viva Las Vegas

Ne-Yo performs at The Pearl concert theater at the Palms Casino Resort January 1, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Hawaiian Treats

Barack Obama has shave ice with his daughter Malia outside Island Snow store in Kailua, Hawaii, on January 1, 2010.

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Icy Cold Indulgence

US President Barack Obama looks on as his daughter Maila gets her shave ice at Island Snow store in Kailua, Hawaii, on January 1, 2010.

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Dazzling Diva

Keri Hilson performs during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2010 at Aria Resort & Casino at the City Center on December 31, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Gold Glam

Nicole Richie poses for photos on the TAO/Lavo red carpet at the Venetian on December 31, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Sweet Kiss

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon pose for photos inside a New Years Eve celebration at M2 Ultra Lounge on December 31, 2009 in New York City.

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Happy Couple

Actress Paula Patton and singer Robin Thicke attend NYE hosted by Robin Thicke at The Bank Nightclub, Bellagio Hotel and Casino Resort on December 31, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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NYE Kiss

Singer Robin Thicke and actress Paula Patton attend NYE hosted by Robin Thicke at The Bank Nightclub, Bellagio Hotel and Casino Resort on December 31, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Statement Look

Leona Lewis attends NYE hosted by Robin Thicke at The Bank Nightclub, Bellagio Hotel and Casino Resort on December 31, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Outstanding Performance

Singer willi.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas performs at the Mandalay Bay Events Center December 29, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Peace, Love and Brown

Chris Brown arrives for New Years Eve performance at Fontainebleau Miami Beach on December 31, 2009 in Miami Beach, Florida.

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Miami Hotness

Akon arrives for New Years Eve performance at Fontainebleau Miami Beach on December 31, 2009 in Miami Beach, Florida.

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Movie Time

Sasha and Malia head to a private screening of “Avatar” in Hawaii on December 31.

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Sparkle the Night Away

Mariah Carey performs at Madison Square Garden on December 31, 2009 in New York City.

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Rockin’ Eve

Singer Robin Thicke performs during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2010 at Aria Resort & Casino at the City Center on December 31, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Boys Night Out

Bo, Akon, Chris Tucker, Destin Tucker, Usher, Chris Brown, Polow Da Don, Tubby, Devyne Stephens and Young Jeezy attend the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Atlanta Hawks game at Philips Arena on December 29, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Birthday Fun

Jamie Foxx celebrates his mothers birthday at Café Martorano in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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Mother & Son

Jamie Foxx and his mother celebrate her birthday at Café Martorano in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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Hello, Australia

Estelle touches down in Australia on December 30.

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Short Shorts

Alexandra Burke arrive at Barbados International Airport prior to her departure.

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Front Row View

Chris Brown, Usher and Akon attend the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Atlanta Hawks game at Philips Arena on December 29, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Lights for the New Year

Gabourey Sidibe helps light up the 2010 New Year’s Eve numerals by pedaling for power at the Duracell Smart Power Lab in Times Square New York City.

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Love is in the Air

Beyonce Knowles and her husband Jay Z in the French Caribbean on December 29.

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London Calling

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon rushing through Heathrow Airport in London.

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Relaxed Look

Russell Simmons is spotted during his holiday vacation in St. Barts.

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Out and About

Spike Lee out and about in Miami on December 29.

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Hollywood Smile

Danny Glover attends the third day of the 14th Annual Capri Hollywood International Film Festival on December 29, 2009 in Capri, Italy.

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Night on the Town

Ne-yo leaving Teddy’s Nightclub at The Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood.

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Happy Birthday John Legend!

John Legend and Christine Teigen attend his birthday party at SL on December 28, 2009 in New York City.

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Bright Lights

Ludacris performs during the Heineken New Legends Series at The Apollo Theater on December 28, 2009 in New York City.

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Italian Style

Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon in Italy on December 28.

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I Got You Baby

Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon in Italy on December 28.

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Sexy, Hot and Cool

Ludacris and John Legend attend Legend’s birthday party at SL on December 28, 2009 in New York City.

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Unique Style

Zoe Kravitz leaves AXE restaurant in Venice on December 27.

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Like Mother Like Daughter

Lisa Bonet and her daughter Zoe Kravitz leave AXE restaurant in Venice on December 27.

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Barbados Bombshell

Alexandra Burke on Sandy Lane beach while on holiday in Barbados.

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Party Night

Rihanna partying in her native Barbados on December 27.

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Hello, Italy

Mariah Carey attends the second day of the 14th Annual Capri Hollywood International Film Festival on December 28, 2009 in Capri, Italy.

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Ocean Beauty

Gabrielle Union takes a walk on the beach in Miami on December 27.

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Miami Sun

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade spend some of their holiday relaxing on the beach in Miami on December 27.

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Beach Babe

Gabrielle Union heads to the beach in Miami on December 27.

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Play Ball!

Spike Lee playing baseball in Miami on December 27.

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Holiday Weekend

Singing sensation Leona Lewis arrives in Los Angeles on December 26.

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Christmas in Aspen

Mariah Carey shops at a toy store in Aspen on Christmas eve.

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Yummy Holiday Meal

Corbin Bleu attends Christmas at the Los Angeles Mission on December 24 in Los Angeles.

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Just Dazzling!

Mary J. Blige Performs on ‘The View’ On December 23.

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What a View

Mary J. Blige and Sherri Shepherd appear on “The View” on December 23.

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Looking Sharp

Ryan Glover and Jermain Dupri attend Devyne Stephens’ 2009 annual Christmas gala at the Atlanta History Center on December 22, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Stylish Gal

Melanie Fiona attends Power Live at the Highline Ballroom on December 22, 2009 in New York City.

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Winter White Lady

Mary J. Blige shops at Barney’s on Madison in NYC on December 23.

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Barbados Here I Come

Rihanna is spotted at Barbados’ International Airport on December 23.

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Holiday Love

Ed Hartwell and Lisa Wu-Hartwell attend Devyne Stephens’ 2009 annual Christmas gala at the Atlanta History Center on December 22, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Men of the Hour

Akon and Devyne Stephens attend Devyne Stephens’ 2009 annual Christmas gala at the Atlanta History Center on December 22, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Lady in Red

Monica attends Devyne Stephens’ 2009 annual Christmas gala at the Atlanta History Center on December 22, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Black Magic

Mary J. Blige attends her album release party at M2 Ultra Lounge on December 22, 2009 in New York City.

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Music to My Ears

Mary J. Blige promotes “Stronger With Each Tear” at Best Buy on December 22, 2009 in New York City.

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Movie Time

Kanye West and Amber Rose leave a movie theater in Hollywood after watching “Avatar” in Los Angeles on December 22.

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Good Genes

Diddy and his son Christian Combs leave a movie theatre in Hollywood on December 22.

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Fan Alert

Rihanna poses with a fan inside Barney’s NY on December 22.

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Chilling Out

Rihanna shops at Saks Fifth Ave on December 22, 2009 in Beverly Hills.

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Holiday Party

Natalie Cole attends a Christmas party in Los Angeles on December 22.

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Holiday Shopping

John Legend and girlfriend Chrissy Teigen go holiday shopping at Barney’s in NYC on December 22.

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Ball of a Time

Actors Chris Tucker, Dawn Lewis and Kim Coles attend the 26th anniversary UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball at Atlanta Marriot Marquis on December 19, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Melting Smile

Ryan Leslie performs during his secret show with Lexus at Provecho Restaurant & Remedy Lounge on December 21, 2009 in Los Angeles, California.

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Cute Duo

Elise Neal and actor Hill Harper attend Ryan Leslie’s Secret Show With Lexus at Provecho Restaurant & Remedy Lounge on December 21, 2009 in Los Angeles, California.

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Shop Till You Drop

Laurence Fishburne and wife went shopping at Fred Segel in Beverly Hills on December 22.

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Home for the Holidays

Lewis arrives at Heathrow airport on December 22.

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Go Knicks!

Padma Lakshmi and guest attend the Chicago Bulls vs New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden on December 22, 2009 in New York City.

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Father & Son

Actor Anthony Anderson and his son on the field before the San Diego Chargers game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on December 20.

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Bundle Up

Leona Lewis is all smiles at the LAX airport in Los Angeles.

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Animal Instincts

Singer Rihanna looks stylish as she lands in L.A. on December 21.

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Cool Gent

Nick Cannon is out and about in Beverly Hills.

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Classy and Comfortable

Mary J. Blige performs at SIRIUS XM Studio on December 21, 2009 in New York City.

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Sing it Mary!

Mary J. Blige performs at SIRIUS XM Studio on December 21, 2009 in New York CITY.

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Camera Ready

Keri Hilson poses for a photo shoot in Germany.

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Sweet Jordin

Jordin Sparks hanging out in Miami on December 19.

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Helping Hands

Dwyane Wade attends ribbon cutting for a donated court to Community Partnership for the Homeless on December 21, 2009 in Miami, Florida.

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Present Time

Katrina Graham hosts a holiday party in Miami on December 19.

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Lady in Red

Sheryl Lee Ralph attends Pennsylvania State Senator Vincent Hughes Christmas Party at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on December 19.

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Allow Me to Introduce

Wyclef Jean celebrated the release of his mix tape Ep ‘From the Hut, to the Projects, to the Mansion’ LIV at Fontainebleau Miami Beach on December 19, 2009 in Miami Beach, Florida.

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Party People

Tank and Jamie Foxx attend a NYC nightclub on December 19.

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Winter in NYC

Rihanna performs during a snowstorm at Rockefeller Center for a pre-taping of NBC’s New Year’s Eve with Carson Daly show on December 19, 2009 in New York City.

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Snowy Collaboration

Jay-Z and Rihanna perform during a snowstorm at Rockefeller Center for a pre-taping of NBC’s New Year’s Eve with Carson Daly show on December 19, 2009 in New York City.

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Purple Touch

Alicia Keys attends a party at M2 Ultra Lounge on December 18, 2009 in New York City.

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Enjoying the Music

Swizz Beatz attends a party at M2 Ultra Lounge on December 18, 2009 in New York City.

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Snow and Fashion

Rihanna steps out in NYC on December 19.

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Beautiful Vanessa

Vanessa Williams hosts the opening of Giannillo in NYC on December 17.

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Relaxed Day

Usher spotted at LAX in Los Angeles on December 17.

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Back to NYC

Rihanna arriving at JFK airport in New York City on December 18.

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Christmas Delivery

Halle Berry brings a Christmas gift to a friend in North Hollywood on December 17.

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Out On theTown

Rihanna leaving Whisky Mist night club in London in December 17.

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Sitting Pretty

Alicia Keys visited ‘The Today Show’ in Rockefeller Plaza in NYC on December 17.

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Travel Material

Rihanna arriving in London from Paris on December 17.

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Biker Chic

Vivica A. Fox attends a night at Villa Blanca to celebrate Lucy Kilislian’s Candy Ice jewelry show.

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Feeling the Music

Darius Rucker performs on “Good Morning America” in NYC on December 17.

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Exciting Performance

Robin Thicke performs on the set of “Good Morning America” in NYC on December 17.

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Hotter then Hot

Trey Songz performs on MTV’s “It’s On with Alexa Chung” at the MTV Times Square Studios in NYC on December 16.

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Glam Slam

Actress Zoe Saldana attends the “Avatar” Los Angeles premiere at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on December 16, 2009 in Hollywood, California.

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Flying Around

50 Cent flies into Heathrow airport in London on December 17.

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