Rappers Soulja Boy and Bow Wow were among the many performers who took the stage Saturday night (Jun 20) in Atlanta during the 2009 Birthday Bash at Philips Arena. Hip-Hop and R&B acts alike all performed short sets during the 14th annual event, hosted by popular Atlanta radio station Hot 107.9. Continue reading for pics of Keri Hilson, Trey Songz, Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, and much more!

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Singer/songwriter Terius Nash, best known for his stage name The Dream, was one of many hip-hop and r&b acts to perform Sunday (Jun 7) during the 2009 Hot 97 Summer Jam at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. Other performers included Lil Kim, T-Pain, Mary J. Blige, Maino and others. Continue reading for much more!

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Produced by Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins and laced with a hint of auto tune, here’s a brand new track from R&B singer Mary J. Blige titled “The One,” and it features up and coming rap artist Drake, who’s signed to Lil Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment imprint. Hit the link below to download and a listen for yourself.

D/L: MARY J. BLIGE F/ DRAKE - “THE ONE”

Actress Kate Walsh and Sean Diddy Combs posed for a pic together on the red carpet of the 37th Annual FiFi Awards Wednesday (May 27) at The Armory in New York City. The annual ceremony, attended by over 1,000 members of the international fragrance community, is sponsored by The Fragrance Foundation and honors the creativity of the fragrance industry.

The awards are presented by celebrities from the world of fashion, theater, film and television. Other celebrity attendees were Paris Hilton, Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige and fashion designer Marc Ecko. Continue reading for all of the pics!

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The paparazzi snapped up some photos of actress Rosario Dawson and an unidentified male friend Thursday night as the two left a Catherine Malandrino shop with gift bags in West Hollywood, CA.

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Terrence Howard and Channing Tatum both appeared Monday night at the NYC premiere of Rogue Pictures’ Fighting, of which both actors co-star. Continue reading for more pics and to see who else attended the official movie premiere at the Regal Union Square in New York.

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Mary J. Blige has landed herself a new acting gig in Tyler Perry’s next Lionsgate film, “I Can Do Bad All By Myself,” set to release to theaters September 11th 2009. The film will also star Oscar nominated actress Taraji P. Henson.

Based on Perry’s stage play of the same name, the film centers around Blige’s character Tanya, a nightclub manager, and her good friend April, played by Henson. Also part of the cast is Perry’s comedic alter ego, Madea. Principal photography is already under way at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta.

Blige is also set to guest in a popular primetime television series, which will be announced at a later date. She previously appeared on HBO’s “Entourage” in 2007. The singer/songwriter is recording songs as well for the follow-up to her 2007 Matriarch/Geffen album, “Growing Pains.” The new album slated for release later this year.

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R&B singer Mary J. Blige went out with a small group of friends Saturday afternoon and the paparazzi spotted them at American Apparel in New York. Continue reading for more photos of Mary J. out an about in NY rocking an Adidas track suit.

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R&B singer/songwriter The Dream hosted an exclusive black tie album release party for Love vs. Money at the Hiro Ballroom in New York Wednesday night (Mar. 11th). His girlfriend (yeah, we’re calling it) Christina Milian hit up the shindig, in addition to other celebs like Mary J. Blige, Ludacris, Fabolous and more. The Dream’s album is definitely one of the hottest releases of ‘09 to date, so if you haven’t picked up your own copy, you’re definitley missing out. Continue reading for more pics from the party.

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Days before the graphic photo of Rihanna’s facial injuries was released, several stars were asked to weigh in and deliver their thoughts on the situation between Chris Brown and Rihanna, which occured about 2 weeks ago.

Gayle King: “I can’t think of anything that makes me support anything that Chris Brown is saying at this time. And my heart just aches for Rihanna.” (Extra TV)

Mary J. Blige: “They’re both young and beautiful people, and that’s it.”

Nia Long: “I know both of them well. They’re young, and all we can do is pray for them at this point.” (US Magazine)

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