Shaquille O’Neal has a thing for Rihanna! Or at least he used to.

In a set of newly leaked text messages and e-mails from 2008, the now retired NBA star can be seen trying to get Newsweek reporter Allison Samuels to set him up with either her … or Pop superstar Rihanna.

Shaq and Samuels met when she was covering a Lakers game, and they’ve been friends ever since. In fact, Samuels helped write Shaq’s mom’s autobiography.

It is believed that Shaq was still with his wife Shaunie at the time the messages were sent (they were reconciling following their divorce in 2007).

During their conversation, Samuels tries to set the then basketball star up with several models and actresses, including Sessilee Lopez, Lauren London and Robinne Lee. Shaq also drops a bomb in the text exchanges when he reveals that Lauren London is “d wade’s girl” (referring to his former Miami Heat teammate Dwayne Wade, who is dating Gabrielle Union, and has been for a while now.)

Peep the messages below:

Samuels: Hi. Sesslielopez@gmail.com [FYI, the email address bounces back]. Or I can give her your info? She’s not in the country until Wed so maybe then is better because she hasn’t answered me about something else I asked her about. Also she asked about your personal life and I told her_whatever it is_-I’m sure you had it under control. Still waiting on Robinne’s response.

Shaq: Sesslie aintdat fine whts robins last name

Samuels: You are so wrong! Robinne Lee_she’s on Tyler Perry’s show sometimes. Do you know Lauren London_I don’t_but I know James Lassiter knows how to reach her. You ever dealt with her_is she cool? Sharon Leal??

Shaq: Loren is d wade’s girl im not wrong sesslie aint my type u r

Samuels: What about Gabrielle and Dwyane?

Shaq: He gottem all I want u or rihanna

Samuels: Rihanna is too young_19– she is just legal and you know I’m very chatty and you said you didn’t like that!!!!!

Shaq: Yeah but I told u had a crush on me and u wouldnt chat about us i kn o u

Samuels: No_I’m chatty in a relationship_not to others. You just decided I had a crush on you huh?? When did you decide that?

But wait, there’s more. Not only was Shaq crushing on a Newsweek reporter and a Pop star … but he was also getting it in with a hot supermodel too!

In addition to the messages between the former NBA star and Newsweek’s Allison Samuels, a “freaky” text exchange between Shaq and model Dominica Wrestling (one of his mistresses) from February 2009 has been leaked too.

In these messages, Shaq’s thirstiness gets the best of him as he expresses his excitement after she texts him, and he responds with asking her where she wants him to “cum at” when he sees her.

Peep the exchange below:

Westling: I feel bad we lost contact. Hope you are well. I live in LA now so hit me up if you ever come out there
-dominica

Shaq: O my god were r u can i have u bak i miss u to whts yur number pls baby i want u bak do u love me

Dominica: Yes I wanna see you, you know I can never forget about you. My number is [redacted by us]
[Twenty-three days later, Dominica sends Shaq an email with only the subject line "Muuaaahhh" and a photo that, judging by his reaction, didn't depict a tray of freshly baked cookies.]

Shaq: Where can I cum at when I c u

Dominica: All over me, where do you wanna cum?

Shaq: In u foreva

Dominica: I miss that

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“In u foreva?” — Grown men actually talk like that? Wow. (How romantic, lol)

But now, thanks to Straight from the A, we can all see the little cutie, despite mommy and daddy trying to keep his identity a big secret.

Take a look below:

Ladies and gentlemen … meet Cameron Carter!

He will celebrate his 2nd birthday on September 9th.

Apparently, actress Lauren London and R&B singer Trey Songz have been “secretly” dating for a year and a half.

But now, they’ve broken up … and Trey’s “wandering eye” is all to blame.

According to our source, Trey has a “wandering” eye and Lauren is fed up. The two never officially came out as a couple, but in September of last year, Trigga did mention that he had introduced Lil Wayne’s baby mama London to his mother.

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Wow … how random! Do you believe this? At all?

Thoughts?

Check out Episode 3 of VH1′s new scripted drama “Single Ladies” (starring Stacey Dash, LisaRaye, Lauren London and more) below:

Lauren London is speaking up and clearing her name regarding a rumor that she hooked her friend Kim Kardashian up with NFL player Bret Lockett.

Earlier this week, In Touch Weekly released a cover story claiming that Lauren gave Kim Bret’s number, which allegedly sparked their “romance.” However, Lauren London is now setting the record straight. In a statement posted to her Facebook page, London says that her identity was stolen and she has nothing at all to do with the (false) sexting scandal between Kim and Bret.

“To my family, friends, supporters and the media. I have an impostor. It is similar to identity theft because he/she constantly pretends to be me. This person disrupts my personal and professional life on an almost daily basis. Words cannot express how troubling this situation is for me and my loved ones. The statements made about me in the Kim Kardashian story are 100% false.  Please repost and thank you for your support.”

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Welp, there you have it. Lauren London says she ain’t no cupid!

Check out Episode 2 of VH1′s new scripted drama “Single Ladies” (starring Stacey Dash, LisaRaye, Lauren London and more) below:

In case you missed the series premiere of VH1′s highly scandalous scripted drama entitled “Single Ladies” last night, then don’t fret because we have the entire inaugural episode right here for your viewing pleasure!

Watch Stacey Dash, Lisa Raye, Lauren London, and the rest of the all-star cast get their acting on below:

Hollywood beauty queen Lauren London gets dolled up for her spread in the latest issue of Rolling Out Magazine.

The “Madea’s Big Happy Family” star with the gorgeous smile tapped into her side for Rolling Out, sporting shades, a fur coat and sky high platform shoes. Lauren said she has always admired Marvin Gaye’s wife, Janis Gaye, which was her inspiration for the shoot.

Check out more flicks of the Tinsel Town beauty below, and continue reading for the magazine excerpts:

On her beauty secrets
I don’t even think I’m all that cute but I maintain a clean face and make sure I have a mani and pedi once a week. I think it’s important for women to take care of their nails, hair, skin and feet. That’s it. I keep it natural and simple … but when I get some sun, I’m all ready. That [tan] would be a beauty secret if I had one.”

On her pregnancy
I had a pregnancy that wasn’t private … A lot of people had their opinions about it. They were surprised that I came up pregnant, which was a surprise to me, because I’m a woman and women get pregnant and Lauren comes first before the actress, so having my son was the best thing that ever happened to me,

On evolving
I think evolution is a natural thing. I was 21 when I came into the industry and now, I’m 26. So, my style is gonna change. My hair hasn’t changed, but my outlook on clothes, movies [and] interviews that I do are gonna be different from when I first came out. I didn’t put too much thought into [makes air quotes with her fingers] coming back. I just love what I do

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Some of the biggest female names in Black Hollywood came out in support of the 4th Annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon last Thursday night (Feb 24).

Held in Beverly Hills, CA at the Beverly Hills Hotel, the event featured notable red carpet appearances from celebs like Jennifer Hudson, Brandy, Tia & Tamera Mowry, Serena Williams, Lauren London, Tatyana Ali, Gabrielle Union, Jill Scott and many more.

Check out 25+ pics below:

The 2010 VH1 Hip-Hop Honors went down Thursday (Jun 3) in New York City and featured guest appearances and performances from Jermaine Dupri, Bow Wow, Drake, T.I., Fabolous, Nelly, Gucci Mane, Missy Elliott, Kelly Rowland, Lauren London and more.

This year’s show honored the Dirty South Hip-Hop movement. Check out 20+ pics from the 2010 VH1 Hip-Hop Honors, set to air this coming Monday (Jun 7) at 9 pm, below and when you continue reading…

Now that they are running things in the world of reality television, VH1 is trying its hand at an original series! Actresses LisaRaye McCoy and Stacey Dash both recently revealed to Vibe Magazine that they will be starring alongside fellow actress Lauren London in VH1′s first ever scripted series, “Single Ladies.”

The show was written by former “Living Single” star Queen Latifah and will begin four-day rehearsals and filming in Atlanta this week. “Single Ladies” is said to appeal to fans of shows like “Girlfriends” and “Sex In The City.” No word just yet on when the new show will hit television but continue reading for more details…

“When Girlfriends got off the TV we didn’t have anything else to relate to,” says McCoy.”This would be something else as a series so we can do more and be a little bit more risqué.” Dash—who was first vying for a reality show with VH1—plays a celebrity stylist who is experiencing autonomy for the first time. “My character is very similar to my own life because I’ve never been single. Literally, since I’ve been 17 years old. She’s never been married, the character than I’m playing, whereas I’ve been married three times, so that’s the difference,” Dash says. “It’s a really good script.”

McCoy’s character, a video vixen, is a bit more experienced than Dash’s. “She doesn’t have one of anything nor does she believe in having one man. She believes in dating and being able to explore her possibilities. She’s much like Samantha of Sex in the City,” explains the Player’s Club star. “Very straight up and honest. She’s the one that has that spunk, I’d like to say that she’s the slut of the three.” McCoy, currently starring in her own reality show, TV One’s The Real McCoy, also mentioned to VIBE that London plays a younger, semi-shy character married to an NBA player. Although London will be a recurring character in the show, her rep confirms that the role is small.

Will you be tuning in?

Young Money front-man Lil Wayne is featured on the cover of Ozone Magazine‘s sixth annual “Sex Issue” even though he’s currently serving a year-long bid behind bars up in Rikers. The interview was conducted just before he began his prison sentence and in it, Wayne touches on a range of subjects, including his thoughts on child support, his newest baby mamas Lauren London and Nivea, his rumored relationship with Young Money artist Shanell, and more. Also notice how we said “touched on” because some of his answers are very vague, but still interesting none-the-less! Check out a few excerpts from the interview below:

On whether he considers himself a good father and child support:
I’m not on child support with none of my kids cause I’m a great father. So it’s not determined by how much money you’re paying at all. That’s not what it’s about. It’s about being there and being that important person in their lives. It’s about being #1 or #2 in their life. That’s very important for your child, to make sure you’re that #1 or #2. Because if you’re not, you know what #1 or #2 could end up being. That’s the most important thing of all. I just try to make sure I’m of the highest importance in their lives, next to their moms.

I know you’re generally not too concerned about the critics, but you did get a lot of flak for the four baby mamas.
I don’t think what people think should be any concern of anybody’s. It’s definitely not a concern of mine. I’d be crazy if it was and you’re crazy if you are.

I think people translate “he has four baby mamas” as “he disrespects women.”
But that goes back to me not caring about what people think or say. They wanna be [baby mama] number five, six, and seven, so…

Did you go through a phase where you were, um… wanting to spread your seed? Or was it just the way things happened?
You’d have to be a woman that’s with me to know what phase I was going through. If I was to answer that question for you or for the world or for this magazine, then I’d be the dumbest ni*** on the planet.

How are you able to have several baby mothers and they all appear to get along pretty well?
That’s another answer that’s none of your concern. Shouldn’t be.

Fair enough. Too personal with the questions?
You did your job and I did mine.

Continue reading for more from the interview!

There was some controversy over the release of The Carter documentary. Did you feel like they emphasized the drug addiction aspect too much? Is that the reason you didn’t want it released?
The fact that we didn’t want it released was business; paperwork. I feel like, if I agreed to have that camera around me, then I can’t tell that person what to edit when they go to the editing room, unless I am in the editing room and editing with them. If I’m not then I shouldn’t complain, but I was supposed to have a say-so because I had to approve it. And that was the whole [problem]. I didn’t approve it and they still put it out.

So you weren’t happy with the creative aspect or the business or both?
It was some of both. There were females on there with me and sh*t, you know? Why give them some shine when I’ve got baby mothers? I believe as an editor or whatever, as a person associated with me, if you want to become a real business partner with me I believe you should consider things like that. I shouldn’t have to be the one to consider it.

On respecting woman but still calling them hoes and bitches in his songs:
There’s two answers to that. One is – there are bitches. There are hoes. There are ladies. There are women. There are girls. Pick which side you’re on. When somebody’s saying something about “bitches,” if they didn’t say “Julia is a bitch,” if it doesn’t apply to you then it doesn’t apply to you. The second answer is, you’d have to be a woman who’s met me to know if I believe you’re a bitch or a hoe or whatever.

You worked with Shanell a lot on the Rebirth album. Was it more of a musical connection at first and then became more personal, or vice versa?
Since when did it become a personal thing?

I don’t know. I thought y’all were an item?
That’s a rumor, sweetheart. No, it’s never been a personal thing. As far as us being friends, yeah. That’s my friend. Shanell is a great artist and that’s it, period. She’s a Young Money great artist. I heard a rumor that she was pregnant from me. How could that be? We’ve never had sex. How could she be pregnant from me? You’ve got to have sex to be pregnant. That’s one of the things you have to do. I don’t understand how people’s brains work. You know? I’m a really big person. I’m a real superstar. I’m not afraid to tell you or nobody else, you know? I die every week [according to the rumors]. I’m in jail right now [according to the rumors].

So the intrusion into your personal life bothers you?
No, it bothers you, because you have to actually think if it’s true or not and come sit down and ask this dumb ass shit. I know you have to feel stupid, because it’s like me sitting here and looking at your [brown] hair and asking you, “Since you dyed your hair green, how do you feel?” Your hair obviously isn’t green.

Your tweets are mostly about love. Is that your mentality at the moment?
I asked Twist when I got on Twitter, “What am I supposed to do?” He said, “You’re supposed to say what you’re thinkin’.” That’s what I be thinkin’.

Is love what you think about all the time? Or just right now?
Right now. I think about the moment, but my thoughts usually last for days and lifetimes.

That damn Weezy! LOL… For more on what’s going on in that head of is, pick up the latest issue of Ozone Magazine, which is set to hit newsstands soon!

Yesterday, a few blogs posted this photo of what appeared to be Lauren London and Lil Wayne‘s infant son, but we are now getting word that this is absolutely not their kid. Lauren made that known via her Twitter.

“Lauren London and Dwayne Carter welcomed their healthy baby boy into the world on 09-09-09,” her PR team told our good friends over at Hip Hollywood. Everyone is happy and well.”

No other details, including the baby’s name, have been released yet. This is Lauren London’s first child, but Lil Wayne has two other children from previous relationships — daughter Reginae, 9, from his ex-wife Antonia “Toya” Carter and a 10-month-old son from an unknown woman. In addition, Nivea should be popping out Wayne’s fourth child within the next few months.

Three kids in 12 months? C’mon now Wayne, it’s time to start investing in some latex! More new baby stories when you continue reading…

TISHA CAMPBELL & DUANE MARTIN WELCOME NEW SON INTO THE WORLD

Actress Tisha Campbell and her husband, actor Duane Martin, welcomed their second son, Ezekiel Czar Martin, into the world last Tuesday (Sep 8). The baby, originally due on the 21st of this month, weighed in at 9 pounds, 9 ounces and was 23 inches long at the time of his birth. Ezekiel joins his 8-year-old brother Xen.

Campbell-Martin, who announced the pregnancy in April, had no qualms about being pregnant at 40. “I’m enjoying it. I’m 40, and having a baby!” she told PEOPLE’s Celebrity Baby Blog. “Every moment, every nauseous moment, everything that is good and not so good about being pregnant, I’m enjoying.”

Campbell-Martin currently stars in Lifetime Television’s comedy series Rita Rocks, which returns for a second season on Monday, Oct. 5 at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT.

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NEFFE GIVES BIRTH TO BABY #5

Keyshia Cole‘s older sister Neffeteria (Neffe for short) gave birth last Thursday (Sep 10) to a baby girl she and her fiance Soullow named Nayla Noel Lavern Lower. The baby weighed in at 5 pounds 7 ounces and makes baby #5 for Neffe. We’re not sure if Soullow has any children from previous relationships.

We hear Neffe was in labor for over 13 hours and she and her mom Frankie were going back and forth arguing about whether or she should go through with a Caesarian section or natural childbirth. No word on which option she chose but in any event, we think it may be time to tighten those tubes up. Five children is enough :)

So it looks like Lil Wayne has been running around town raw and getting industry chicks pregnant … and apparently he’s caught himself in what some would call a “love triangle.” According to several (confirmed) recent reports, actress Lauren London AND singer Nivea, who recently went through a divorce from singer/songwriter The Dream, whom she already has 3 kids with, are expecting babies from Weezy! Talk about drama!

But anyway, both ladies are having boys and we hear both of them are about 5/6 months along. And you’ve probably already guessed it but Ms. London is in no way happy about this news. Peep what our boy FreddyO said.

I was told Lauren London was at a loss for words today after finding out that her baby daddy was expecting another child. Lauren who is almost 6 months pregnant didn’t know anything about Nivea’s pregnancy, and found out via Mediatakeout.com (go figure) and was outraged.

Like every other star these days, she took to her Twitter page to express how she felt. But after speaking to a family friend left the topic alone. She then decided to spend the day with her family and close friends. Lauren told her friends that she is worried if her career is over as a result of these issues. As we all know Lauren is on the pinnacle of Black Hollywood as the face of Sean John and reoccurring role in the remake of Beverly Hills 90210 on the CW. A reliable source stated that Wayne doesn’t want anything to do with Lauren.

Today Nivea called Ryan Cameron’s show and confirmed that she is indeed pregnant with a boy. In fact, both of them are pregnant with Wayne’s sons. This is a really bad situation, considering that she is knocked up and the baby daddy is in love with someone else. Lauren London can have any man in the world but she chooses to get with an engaged man… Is the recession effecting men too!!!! This makes Wayne about 4 babies up and 4 baby mamas down. I guess it is true about Wayne … He can f*&^k any girl in this world.

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HOLLYWOOD // MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH 2008 » Cadillac Records hits theaters next Friday, December 5, 2008, and singer/actress Beyonce Knowles, who plays the legendary Etta James in the film, attended the Los Angeles premiere of the movie in Hollywood Monday evening. Gabrielle Union, Sanaa Lathan, Lauren London, and more also attended the movie’s premiere at the Egyptian Theater. Continue reading for the rest of the photos.

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While you ladies drool over photos of Nelly rocking Sean John boxer briefs, the fellas of Gossip On This can lust over these photos of Cassie & Lauren London. We’ll be glad when Cassie takes our advice and leave the singing thing alone so she can focus more on modeling! More photos when you continue reading.

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The 2008 BET Awards aired last night and yours truly is here to inform you of the hottest (and not so hot) styles worn at the award show. Some of the best dressed female celebs of the night were Rihanna, Gabrielle Union, Jennifer Hudson, and Alicia Keys. Rihanna wore a neon yellow Giambattista Valli dress from his spring/summer 2008 line, Gabrielle Union wore a gorgeous white Celine Vonn dress, Jennifer Hudson wore A brown Peter Soronen corset dress, and Alicia Keys wore a strapless pink David Meister David Meister dress with Melody Ehsani Hate/Love Rings. I also loved Alicia’s Sergio Rossi heels. Keep reading for more styles from the show.

Some more looks I thought were hot came from Ashanti, Lauren London, Cassie, and Trina. Ashanti wore a black Marchesa gown, Lauren wore Givenchy Open Toe Ankle Booties and a strapless French Connection “Wizard” dress, Cassie wore a cute pink Vivienne Westwood dress, and while I loved the yellow dress Trina wore, her Louis Vuitton Murakami Monogramouflage speedy really took away from the look.

Each of my picks for my best dressed guys had on Guccci! Chris Brown, Mario, and David Banner were all dressed to impress and weren’t the only ones rockn’ Gucci. Rick Ross, Flo-Rida, Shawty Lo, and Soulja Boy all had on the brand as well.

For worst dressed we have Soulja Boy, Keyshia Cole, Lil’ Mama, Angel Lola Luv, Keri Hilson, and Solange. I liked the yellow dress Keyshia wore and the black Betsey Johnson Dahlia Dress Angel wore but, I hated it on them. The yellow dress looks to big on Keyshia and the Betsy Johnson dress just doesn’t look right on Lola. Soulja Boy and Solonge just have too much going on in their looks, Keri Hilson’s 70′s inspired style is NOT working for her and Lil’ Mama is just … unique.

From sporting top hats to wearing four watches on one arm, T-Pain was BY FAR the worst dressed celeb at the BET Awards. I can’t knock T-Pain too much, I mean, weren’t we all expecting him to wear something foolish? T-Pain is just different and I guess he likes to incorporate that into his “style.” Hey, at least it’s not stopping him from selling records!

In this edition of “Who Owns the Look” we have Actress Lauren London and singer T-Boz rocking the same pair of $995 black laced-up Givenchy ankle booties. Lauren wore the shoes first while at the 2008 BET Awards Pre Party , while T-Boz wore them while walking the 2008 BET Awards Red Carpet. So we must ask the question … WHO OWNS THE LOOK?

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The 2008 BET Awards go down tonight live from Hollywood, and in true BET fashion, you know some parties and events have to precede the ceremony. Automobile giant Dodge and beer producer Coors Light sponsored a pool tournament at Hollywood Billiards this past Saturday in Los Angeles, and a slew of celebrities showed up: Angie Stone, Hill Harper, Paul Pierce (Boston Celtics MVP), my baby Lauren London, and Miami Heat player Dwyane Wade, just to name a few. Check out more photos after the cut!

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Sean John Women’s Spokesmodel and Actress Lauren London covered the most recent issue of Jewel Magazine. In the interview, Lauren addressed rumors that seem to always surround her:

“I’ve learned not to make the rumors my reality. It seems like the media builds you up to bring you down. I’m not surprised. It’s the way of the world. It’s how we’re influencing our children and what we’re putting in everyone’s ears. You’ve got two-year-olds walking around with cell phones. The world is way too fast now.”

Lauren also discusses the birth of her goddaughter Liris:

“I’ve seen her everyday since she was born. She’s perfect. I’m in love with her. [Her birth] was the first time in my life that I was in a situation where I felt like a tiny vessel. Like I knew that everything around me had nothing to do with any of us. It was all out of our control. It made me feel small, but big. And it’s funny, but I don’t stress over the little stuff anymore, because we’re all so small and everything else is so big. It’s just not that deep.”

Want more Lauren? Look out for her two upcoming movies Next Day Air & I Love You, Beth Cooper.

It’s been reported exclusively by Bossip that Lil Wayne and Lauren London are currently engaged. The snitch told the popular gossip site: “they have been on and off for years and have had an open relationship. Lauren is very hood and likes thugs.” In the past, she’s been linked to T.I., Baron Davis, and Pharrell Williams. This is pretty new for me! I didn’t know Weezy was hittin’ that!! Peep some photos of the couple at the Hornets game last week via the ybf.

Check out these flicks of all of the celebrities who attended the big “This Christmas” movie premiere in Hollywood a few days ago. Chris Brown, Sharon Leal, Lauren London, and more stars from the movie, including other celebrities, were in attendance. Make sure you hit up the movie theaters on next Wednesday, November 21st! Peep the rest of the flicks after the cut.

Rap mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs added a women’s line to his already popular clothing line, “Sean John.” In celebration of this, he held a party at one of his flagship stores in New York. You already know Mama Combs and her platinum goodness graced the shindig. Diddy’s sister Keisha was even there. And so was Cassie! Check out the rest of the flicks after the cut…