02-09-09 EUR: Chris Brown Released After Arrest for Alleged Assault (of Rihanna?)

EUR Headlines - February 9, 2009

CHRIS BROWN RELEASED AFTER ARREST: Singer/dancer charged in connection with alleged felony assault (of Rihanna?)
*Singer Chris Brown, who had been sought by authorities for violence felony battery, turned himself in Sunday evening and was booked and released on $50,000 bail. However, police say additional charges may be filed against him when the case is presented to the Los Angeles County district attorney's office. Read Full Story

USHER DEALS WITH FAMILY EMERGENCY: Source denies early rumors that wife Tameka had died following plastic surgery.
*Us Weekly is quoting a source close to Usher who denies rumors that the singer's wife, Tameka Foster, had died over the weekend following plastic surgery. Read Full Story

WHITNEY, J-HUD ELECTRIFY CLIVE CROWD: Singers part of star-studded lineup at pre-Grammy bash honoring Davis.
*The headlines coming out of Saturday's pre-Grammy party honoring Clive Davis centered on two R&B talents who are in the midst of comebacks following personal challenges. Read Full Story

IT'S BACK TO SCHOOL FOR FANTASIA: 'American Idol' star decides it's time to get her high school diploma.
*Fantasia has confirmed that she will re-enroll in high school to finally earn her diploma, which has been a goal of the singer's since she dropped out of ninth grade about a decade ago. Read Full Story

JERMAINE CRIES BROKE IN CHILD SUPPORT STRUGGLE: JerJac says $3,000 per month is preposterous because he has no income.
*Jermaine Jackson filed legal papers in L.A. County Wednesday claiming the $3,000 per month in child support he was ordered to give the mother of his two sons should be amended because he is broke. Read Full Story

NEW AT 'EUR THIS N THAT' BLOG: Obama Caught Cussin’ Like A Sailor
*As we move forward in this new year, we're bringing you some changes as well. Presenting the EURthisNthat blog. Read Full Story

RIHANNA JOINS 5-YEAR-OLD'S SEARCH FOR DONOR: Singer helps another fan in need of bone marrow transplant.
*For the second time in a year, Rihanna is making an effort to help a leukemia patient find a suitable bone marrow donor for a life-saving transplant. Read Full Story

TABOO OF BLACK EYED PEAS TO BECOME A DAD: Plus band members support Apl.de.ap following brother's slaying.
*Keyboardist Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas (real name: Jamie Gomez) is expecting his first child with his fashion publicist wife, Jaymie, reports People.com. Read Full Story

DARRELL WILLIAMS KEEPS US IN 'LOOP': Website lassos economic, political, social issues
By Kenya M Yarbrough
*Though the US economy is not a picture of serenity right now, economist Darrell Williams does have some good news and good advice about the current market, plus information on politics, media, race, and more, on the website TheLoop21.com. Read Full Story

J-HUD ROCKS NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE: Plus, fiancé David Otunga said to be eying WWF career.
*Jennifer Hudson performed a "stirring" rendition of Neil Diamond's "Holly Holy" to salute the 68-year-old music legend during his MusiCares Person of the Year event, reports the Associated Press. Read Full Story

T.I. HAS '45 DAYS' AND COUNTING: MTV begins countdown tomorrow with reality series about rapper's attempt to change lives.
*T.I. is quick to remind everyone that his new MTV reality series, "T.I.'s Road to Redemption: 45 Days To Go," is not part of the 1000 hours of community service he must complete as part of his year-long prison sentence on gun charges. Read Full Story

WANDA SYKES TALKS ABOUT COMING OUT: Actress says gay stigma in black community leads to down low lifestyle and HIV.
*The March issue of The Advocate features an interview with actress and comedienne Wanda Sykes, who came out publicly last November during the furor following the passage of Prop 8. Read Full Story

MURPHY TO PAY MILLIONS IN CHILD SUPPORT: Judge orders actor to take care of his child with Mel B.
*British newspaper the Daily Mail is reporting that Eddie Murphy has been ordered to pay a total of £7 million in child support to Melanie "Scary Spice" Brown for their daughter, Angel Iris. Read Full Story

J.LO TO BRING ARGENTINE TELENOVELA TO FOX: Entertainer signs on to produce 'Rebelde Way.'
*Jennifer Lopez will produce a remake of the Argentina hit telenovela "Rebelde Way" for FOX, which acquired Stateside rights, reports Variety. Read Full Story

TRACY MORGAN SPOOFS BALE BREAKDOWN: Actor – in his '30 Rock' character –melts down on set of show's fictional 'TGS.'
*Tracy Morgan is the latest TV personality to poke fun at the F-bomb infested rant of actor Christian Bale, which was recorded secretly last summer from the set of his upcoming film "Terminator: Salvation." Read Full Story

FOXY BROWN DRAGGED INTO RICK ROSS/50 BEEF: Rapper gives Curtis "24 hours" to retract lyric.
*The supposed beef between 50 Cent and Rick Ross just expanded to include Foxy Brown, who at one time dated Ross, 50 reminds folks in his dis track "Try Me." Read Full Story

WHAT THE BUCKWHEAT?: Racist term used against black cast member on TV Land's 'High School Reunion' reality series.
*Racial tensions are about to fly on TV Land's "High School Reunion," which includes three African Americans this season among the 19 former classmates from Chandler High School in Chandler, Ariz. Read Full Story

DJ PORSCHE FOXX DENIES INVOLVEMENT IN FIRE: Police wanted former V-103 jock for questioning in 'suspicious' blaze.
*Radio personality Porsche Foxx is denying any involvement in a suspicious fire that destroyed a townhouse in Union City, GA, reports the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Read Full Story

EUR FILM REVIEW: Push
By Kam Williams
*20-ish Nick (Chris Evans) is a so-called Mover born with the ability to manipulate objects with his mind, a trait he inherited from his late father. Read Full Story

OBAMA BITS: First Family views Alvin Ailey; Tonight's press conference; president's hoop skills; artist Fairey arrested.
*The Obama family visited the Kennedy Center on Friday for "Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater At 50 -- A Golden Anniversary Celebration." Read Full Story

ITTY BITTY BITS: Ray J's 'For the Love' soundtrack; Rushdie & Leezzy actress; Bone Thugs aid K-Fed; Essence's 'Will You Marry Me?' returns.
*Ray J's new VH1 reality show has a soundtrack. The "For The Love of Ray J" album, due March 24 from E1 Music (formerly KOCH Records), contains the show theme song and first single "Sexy Ladies" Read Full Story

THE EURweb FREE-4-ALL PAGE/BOARD: Talk about the stories we didn't cover in this issue.
Just like the headline says, this page/board is where you can discuss the stuff that we didn't cover in today's issue. (It's sort of like feedback with a twist) Remember, NO name calling, racial taunting, graphic sex talk and vulgarity in general, PLEASE. Read Full Story

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