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Coffee Talk: Bobby Brown Speaks Out After Bobbi Kristina's Death

Plus: "Empire' stars Grace Gealey and Trai Byers are rumored to be engaged, Mariah Carey receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Leah Still challenges Riley Curry to a dance-off, Joe Jackson suffers a heart attack in Brazil and more.
By Taylor Lewis · Updated October 27, 2020
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Bobby Brown Speaks Out After Bobbi Kristina’s Death: ‘I Am Completely Numb’

After suffering the unimaginable loss of his 22-year-old daughter, Bobby Brown has broken his silence. “Krissy was an is an angel,” he said in a statement. “I am completely numb at this time. My family must find a way to live with her in spirit and honor her memory. Our loss in unimaginable. We thank everyone for the prayers for Krissy and our family as we mourn my baby girl.” We continue to send our thoughts and prayers to Bobby and Bobbi Kristina’s family. [USA TODAY]

Bobby Brown Speaks Out After Bobbi Kristina's Death: 'I Am Completely Numb'
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Grace Gealey and Trai Byers Are Rumored to be Engaged

Do we spy some Empire nuptials on the horizon? Rumors are swirling that Empire co-stars Grace Gealey and Trai Byers got engaged over the weekend at Gealey’s surprise 31st birthday party. “[Byers] had arranged a party for about 20 of her friends and family members to surprise her,” a source told E!, noting that Gealey was rocking a diamond ring by the end of the night. Looks like Boo Boo Kitty might be a Lyon after all! [E! Online]

Bobby Brown Speaks Out After Bobbi Kristina's Death: 'I Am Completely Numb'
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Leah Still Challenges Riley Curry to a Dance-Off

And the award for cutest online challenge goes to… Leah Still! Leah, the 5-year-old daughter of Cincinnati Bengals Devon Still who is battling cancer, just challenged Steph Curry’s 3-year-old daughter Riley Curry to a dance-off via an ultra-cute Instagram video. A video of Riley dancing the Whip/Nae Nae went viral earlier this month… but Leah thinks that she can boogie better! Honestly, we think they’re both (unbelievably adorable) winners! [ESPN]

Bobby Brown Speaks Out After Bobbi Kristina's Death: 'I Am Completely Numb'
Instagram/Devon Still
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Mariah Carey to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Mariah Carey is leaving her mark in Hollywood. It was just announced that America’s favorite diva will be receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Mimi was supposed to receive a star in 2007, but was unable to attend the ceremony. This honor is long overdue! [Rap-Up]

Bobby Brown Speaks Out After Bobbi Kristina's Death: 'I Am Completely Numb'
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Joe Jackson Suffers Stroke, Heart Attacks in Brazil
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Bobby Brown Speaks Out After Bobbi Kristina's Death: 'I Am Completely Numb'
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