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Star Gazing 6

Star Gazing
By · Updated October 29, 2020
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The Gent

Ne-Yo spends time on the campus of the University of Southern California for Grammy Career Day on February 4.

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Candy Girl

Whitney Houston enjoys a lollipop while leaving a medical center in Beverly Hills.

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Concentration

Don Cheadle is in deep thought on the greens at the Callaway Golf Foundation Challenge benefiting the Entertainment Industry Foundation cancer research programs held at Riviera Country Club on February 2 in Pacific Palisades, California.

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Diddy in the House

Diddy arrives at a party hosted by himself and Kobe Bryant at M2 Ultra Lounge on February 2 in NYC.

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Now You Hear This!

Vivica A. Fox films a scene for “Curb Your Enthusiasm” in Brentwood, California. The actress, who plays Loretta Black on the popular HBO show, was shouting at Larry David (the show’s creator and star) before climbing into a cab and driving off with her family.

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International Player

Chris Brown is spotted leaving his hotel on January 31, in Dublin, Ireland.

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Living in the City

Stevie Wonder heads inside Mr. Chow restaurant for dinner with his sons in Los Angeles.

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Ballin’

Jay-Z enjoys courtside seats next to “Ugly Betty” star America Ferrera and her friend Ryan Piers Williams, as the New York Knicks take on the Los Angeles Lakers at Madison Square Garden in NYC.

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Say, What?

Melanie Brown chats on her phone, with her Louis Vuitton luggage in tow, while leaving the “Kelly and Regis” show in New York.

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Going for Gold

The anticipation continues to mount as Taraji P. Henson enters the 2009 Oscar Nominees Luncheon at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on February 2. She is nominated for her role in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and our fingers and toes are crossed!

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Legend in the Making

Viola Davis is regal at the 2009 Oscar Nominees Luncheon in Beverly Hills.

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Sound of Music

Music man will.i.am shares the spotlight with his artistic creation, the i.Am.O.Phone, at the launch of Worlds on Fire: Grammy-Nominated Artist Exhibition in Los Angeles.

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Time’s Up

Melanie Brown rings the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange, as she promotes her new fitness DVD.

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Mama’s Boys

Actress Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon has her hands full with twins Jax and Jaid.

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Hey, There!

A fashionable Ashanti steps out in NYC looking red-carpet ready in yellow and black.

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Oooh La La

Beyoncé dazzles during a night on the town in Manhattan over the weekend.

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Smooth Operator

John Legend and his lady friend get cozy at his concert after party at Mansion in Miami Beach.

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Will He Is

Following a night of good times, hip-hop star will.i.am leaves the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Tampa, Florida, during Super Bowl weekend.

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Proud to Be an American

Jennifer Hudson returns with stars and stripes as she belts the national anthem to kick off Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers in Tampa, Florida.

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Hollywood Glamour

Actresses Taraji P. Henson, left, and Freida Pinto shine at the 61st Annual Directors Guild of America Awards on January 31, in Los Angeles.

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Star Bright

Oscar nominee Viola Davis is stunning with husband Julius Tennon at the 61st Annual Directors Guild of America Awards in Los Angeles.

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Spread the Love

LL Cool J performs at DIRECTV’s 3rd Annual Celebrity Beach Bowl on January 31, the day before the Super Bowl, in St. Petersburg, Florida.

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Rock Star Glam

Rihanna burns up the stage during the Pepsi Smash Super Bowl XLIII Bash at the Ford Amphitheater Tampa, Florida. The show will be broadcast on VH1 during Super Bowl weekend.

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Oh, Say Can You See

“Everybody Hates Chris” star Tichina Arnold performs the national anthem in front of a sold-out crowd at the Los Angeles Kings vs. Chicago Blackhawks game on January 29.

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Baby, Maybe

Djimon Hounsou celebrates the Los Angeles premiere of his new film, “Push,” with girlfriend Kimora Lee Simmons.

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Come and Talk to Me

Jay-Z whispers to wife Beyoncé while hanging out in Washington, D.C., along with Diddy and Steve Stoute.

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She’s Back!

Jennifer Hudson is returning to the scene as seen here on the set of the video for her new single, “If This Isn’t Love,” on January 29. Her first big performance since the tragic deaths of her mother, brother and nephew will be at the Super Bowl on Sunday, where she’ll sing “Star-Spangled Banner.”

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Ready for Her Close-Up

Jennifer Hudson’s new single is from her self-titled debut album, which is nominated for four Grammys. She will sing at the ceremony on February 8.

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Shining in the Spotlight

Surrounded by the love of friends and family, Jennifer Hudson looks forward to returning to her career.

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Love In this Club

Husband and wife Jay-Z and Beyonce share a close encounter in a local DC club.

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Mary and the Mogul

Mary J. Blige and music exec L.A. Reid attend Universal Music Group Vice-President Karen Kwak’s birthday party in New York City on January 28.

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Tastemakers and Trendsetters

L.A. Reid and Jay-Z party at music exec Karen Kwak’s birthday party at the Thompson Lower East Side in NYC.

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Party People

Toccara, Christina Milian and The-Dream help industry exec Karen Kwak celebrate her special day.

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The Gentleman’s Circle

Hill Harper, center left, and his guests prove a good man may not be so hard to find as they work the Atlanta event at Uptown.

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Let the Good Times Roll

Ashanti congratulates music producer Carlos McKinney, center, along with singer Tayma Loren at a soiree celebrating McKinney’s Grammy nomination and birthday on January 28 in NYC.

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You’re My Lady

ESSENCE Do Right Man and Tyler Perry Studios producer Roger Bobb takes special care of good friend and actress Mari Morrow.

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Baby on Board?

A visibly expecting Kimora Lee Simmons spends time in Mexico City with boyfriend Djimon Hounsou. Though the couple has yet to confirm her pregnancy, we have our suspicions.

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Man and Wife

Actor Forest Whitaker admires his stunning wife, Keisha, at the 15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles.

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Like a Boss

Kevin Liles and LL Cool J look on as Russell Simmons announces his new role as editor-in-chief of GlobalGrind.com at the Bryant Park Hotel in New York City.

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Mellow Yellow

Actress Viola Davis, accompanied by Julius Tennon, is stunning in a floor-sweeping lemon gown on the SAG red carpet in Los Angeles.

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Winning Smile

Academy Award nominee for best supporting actress Viola Davis poses for a portrait during the Santa Barbara Film Festival in Santa Barbara, California on January 28.

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Leading Men

“300” star Gerard Butler and Oscar winner Jamie Foxx promote their new film “Law Abiding Citizen” at Philadelphia City Hall in Philly.

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At Ease

T.I. salutes his loyal fans before performing at JET nightclub in Las Vegas.

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The People’s Champ

Our girl Taraji P. Henson is breathtaking while posing for the cameras at the 15th Annual SAG Awards in Los Angeles.

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Reach Back, Pull Forward

Actor Michael Ealy and Congressman Charles Rangel listen intently as philanthropist Geoffrey Canada speaks on the 100 Days community service project at the Harlem Children’s Zone.

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Diva

Beyoncé Knowles wears her sunglasses at night while out in L.A.

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United We Stand

Michael Ealy, John Amos and Geoffrey Canada respond to President Obama’s call to service with action to help children.

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Golden Girl

Beloved actress Taraji P. Henson works the red carpet at this year’s SAG Awards in L.A.

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Good Morning, Mr. West

Kanye West rises and shines at the Christian Lacroix showcase during Paris Fashion Week.

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We Are Family

Actor Michael Jai White is greeted by wife Courtenay and daughter Morgan upon his arrival at LAX airport in Los Angeles.

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Party Like a Roc Star

Andre Harrell, left, Chris Rock and Jay-Z mingle at a private party in New York.

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Bridging the Gap

Veteran actor James Earl Jones shares a laugh with Taraji at the 15th Annual SAG Awards.

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The Jokester

Sean “Diddy” Combs has Andre Harrell, center, and Max X chuckling at the intimate affair.

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All of Us

Tyra Banks fits right in with her life-size cutouts of the First Family.

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Sister, Sister

Mary J. Blige parties with her sister LaTonya at a private soiree hosted by music executive Lyor Cohen.

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History in the Making

Tyra Banks joins in the excitement of President Barack Obama’s inauguration.

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Southern Hospitality

ESSENCE Do Right Man and Atlanta Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli celebrates with former Danity Kane member D. Woods at his party for the team.

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Crazy, Sexy, Cool

Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, who worked the party with her best Atlanta dance moves, cozies up to Falcons wide receiver Roddy White for a quick picture.

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City Chic

Tracee Ellis Ross, Joy Bryant and Nikola Vassell celebrate with Americans for the Arts at a brunch in Washington, D.C.

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Heart to Heart

Kerry Washington shares the importance of creative expression during the Americans for the Arts celebratory brunch.

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For the Love of Fashion

Kanye West and designer Marc Jacobs attend the Louis Vuitton fashion show during Paris Fashion Week Menswear Autumn/Winter 2009 on January 22 in Paris. West sports Louis Vuitton shoes he designed.

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Ooooooh!

Taye Diggs takes in the Los Angeles Lakers versus Washington Wizards game at the Staples Center on January 22 in Los Angeles.

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A Grey Kanye

Mr. West is super fly for the Wallpaper Design Awards reception at Boucheron on January 22 in Paris.

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Just Peachy

NeNe Leakes of Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” styles and profiles at the grand opening of the W Atlanta Buckhead Hotel on January 22.

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In Love With the Camera

“Real Housewives” stars Sheree Whitfield and Kim Zolciak are on the scene at the grand opening of the W Atlanta Buckhead Hotel.

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Party People

Actress Zoe Kravitz dances with Wyclef Jean at the Voices of a People’s History of the United States after party on January 22, in Park City, Utah.

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And the Nominees Are . . .

Actor Forest Whitaker announces the Oscar nominations for the Best Supporting Actress with Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Sid Ganis on January 22. Taraji P. Henson and Viola Davis are both nominated for their work in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and “Doubt” respectively.

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Geek Chic

Jay-Z has taken his style to the next level with 1980’s-inspired specks at the 2009 BET Inaugural Ball at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in D.C.

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Ray of Light

Wearing a sassy mustard-colored number, Rihanna makes her way inside the RIAA and Feeding America Inauguration Charity Ball at Ibiza on January 20 in Washington, D.C.

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All Together Now

General Colin Powell joins in the fun, singing an impromptu duet with Wyclef Jean at the BET Inaugural Ball.

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Hey Mr. DJ

Derrick “D-Nice” Jones kept the crowd hype on the 1’s and 2’s at the BET Inaugural Ball.

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Time for Takeoff

Halle Berry is comfortable and cool as she heads to her flight in Washington, D.C., following President Obama’s inauguration.

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United, We Stand

The Obama’s made their first of ten stops at the Neighborhood Inaugural Ball. Faith Hill, left, Jaimie Foxx, Beyonce, Alicia Keys and Will.I.Am perform for the newly sworn-in President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama on January 20.

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Good Times

Janet Jackson leaves Mahiki Nightclub in London.

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Captain Cool

LL Cool J is sexy in black as he prepares to board his flight at Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C.

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