Usher Raymond and Tameka Foster are officially single and no longer “man and wife.” Supreme Court Judge Bensonetta Tipton Lane issued a final decree in the divorce case last Wednesday (Nov 4), according to the Associated Press.

Usher filed for divorce stating that he and Tameka have been separated since July of 2008.  He said there was no way to have reconcilation after being apart that long and the marriage was “irretrievably broken.” On the other hand Tameka says that she believed her relationship was “intact ” as of June 6th and that the divorce came as a surpirse.

Together the couple has two boys, Usher Raymond V and Naviyd Ely Raymond.  When Usher filed he was seeking custody of both children, but no custody arrangements have been made to this day.

Rapper Gucci Mane and singer Usher premiered their brand new “Spotlight” music video earlier today. Gucci’s forthcoming studio album The State vs. Radric Davis is due to be released December 8th, the same day Usher’s Raymond vs. Raymond album drops.

In the meantime continue reading to peep the Benny Boom directed music video, which features Eddie Murphy’s oldest daughter Bria as the leading lady.

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R&B singer Usher and rapper Gucci Mane have teamed up for a new song titled “Spotlight,” which will be featured on Gucci’s The State vs. Rodric Davis album, due in December of this year. The song was produced by Polow Da Don and will be accompanied by a music video to be released soon.

In the meantime, continue reading for a download link of the song and to check out more stills from the new video!

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A new Usher song called “Rockband” was recently leaked to the Internet and we can definitely assure you that it’s better than that “Papers” song he dropped a few weeks ago!

The track, produced by Red One (Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” and “Just Dance“), will supposedly be featured on Usher’s forthcoming album, Raymond vs. Raymond, due in stores December 8th. Avert your eyes to the download link below to take a listen to Usher’s new song.

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R&B singer/songwriter Alicia Keys played host to her sixth annual Black Ball to benefit the “Keep A Child Alive” AIDS organization Thursday night (Oct 15) at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. The huge celebrity guest list at the event included Halle Berry, Usher, Samuel L. Jackson, Nick Cannon, Tyler Perry, Robin Thicke, Mary J. Blige and more. Alicia performed with John Mayer at the event, and also premiered her new song “Sleeping with a Broken Heart.”

You can check out a lot more pictures from the red carpet and inside the Ball when you continue reading!

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TMZ has obtained the 911 call Usher made back in September when that crazy lady he decided to marry and have two kids with keyed his car. The R&B singer kept it cool as he explained what happened and even recalled of an incident with his ex-wife Tameka the night before, insinuating that beyond a shadow of a doubt she was indeed the culprit.

After completing an investigation, cops were unable to charge Tameka with anything because there wasn’t enough evidence available to make an arrest. Click here for more that.

And here it is people. The baby mama drama that always goes along with a very nasty and a very public divorce settlement! TMZ is reporting that Usher and his soon-to-be ex wife Tameka Foster-Raymond recently got into an argument regarding the custody of their two young sons, Usher V and Naviyd and Usher reportedly called the cops after she vandalized his truck the next day.

According to the reports, Usher told the Johns Creek Police Department that on Sept. 10, he had a “verbal argument” with Tameka over the phone regarding weekend custody of their children. Usher told cops that after the argument, he dropped his kids off at his mother’s house — but when he drove back to his home, Tameka showed up “demanding to take the kids.” Usher claims Tameka eventually left and he drove back to his mother’s house — but when Usher got there, Tameka showed up and began “knocking on the door” and making several phone calls to the residence. Usher claims he and his mom ignored Tameka — and eventually called police. When cops arrived, Tameka was nowhere to be found.

The next day, Usher called police again after he noticed several scratches on his truck — Usher told cops he believed Tameka vandalized the car in retaliation for their fight just hours before. In the police report, the responding officers who checked out the scratched car claim they found no evidence to support Usher’s accusation. The cops even reviewed the entrance log to Usher’s private neighborhood … but there was no record of Tameka ever getting into the area where the alleged crime would have taken place.

Usher recently opened up about his divorce to Tameka Foster in his new single “Papers” but it seem that he might be the one that’s holding up the divorce. Though they have been separated for a while now, divorce papers have yet to be signed by Usher while Tameka waits, ready to move on.

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Well looky here. Here’s Usher’s new song “Papers,” the debut single from his forthcoming sixth studio album, Raymond vs. Raymond, set for release December 8th. The Sean Garrett penned track, which made its debut shortly after 2 PM (EST) today (Oct 5), has Usher’s ex-wife Tameka’s name written all over it. He talks about giving his all and receiving nothing in return, even though he damn near separated himself from the world, especially his mother.

“I gave my heart and turned my back against the world / ‘Cuz you were my girl / I done damn near lost my mama / I done been through so much drama / I done turned into the man that I never thought I’d be / I’m ready to sign them papers!”

With lyrics like, “I done took all I can take, but you leave me no options, girl…” it’s evident that going through that divorce was a last resort for Usher.

I can’t deny how much I loved you / I done gave up everything I had too / As hard as it is I’m afraid I’ve gotta say, I’m ready to sign them papers

You’ll also notice that Usher has silently changed his name from “Monster” to “Raymond vs. Raymond.” No word on the name change just yet, but we’re sure the question will come up in an upcoming interview of some sort. In the meantime, listen to “Papers” above and be on the look-out for an MP3 download and/or download the MP3 below!

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R&B singer Usher, who recently settled his divorce with his now ex wife Tameka Foster, is reportedly releasing his sixth studio album this December!

The newly-single R&B star’s sixth studio album will arrive just in time for the busy holiday shopping season. Monster is scheduled for release on December 8, Rap-Up.com has exclusively learned. Usher has logged studio time with Jermaine Dupri, Ne-Yo, and The Neptunes for the project. A first single is expected within the next month. His last album, 2008’s Here I Stand, debuted at No. 1, selling over 440,000 copies in its first week.

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We really hope Usher comes hard this time. He has a lot of catching up to do musically, especially after that last album he put out…

Usher Raymond and Tameka Foster’s divorce has been finalized according to BV Buzz, which explains that smile you often see Usher with now. A smile that most likely won’t be going away for a while!

BV Buzz has learned that the 30-year-old singer’s divorce from his wife, Tameka Foster, has been finalized and an agreement was reached in a pre-court settlement. The camps aren’t talking now – likely preparing to give an exclusive to a media outlet like People magazine – but I hear an official announcement should drop soon. A rep for the singer did not answer a detailed request for comment.

Foster’s publicist refuses to issue any statements to BV Buzz.

“In the future, please don’t bother us again for direct quotes or responses from Tameka,” a one-named flack identified only as Melody e-mailed last week.

Usher is in Paris celebrating the end of the two-year marriage.

Here are a few recent pictures of Usher enjoying the single life on La Voile Rouge beach  in St. Tropez, France last Saturday (Aug 22). He was spotted in the club with Snoop Dogg later that night.

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Rapper Snoop Dogg was spotted by photographers as he got cozy with an unidentified female who we know is NOT his wife and mother of his children, Shante Broadus, in the VIP section at a club in St. Tropez Friday night (Aug 21).

But we’re almost positive that this is the norm and Mrs. Broadus just doesn’t care since she and Snoop most likely have what we call an “open relationship.” As long as he’s bringing the money (and the “D”) home … wifey’s all good! That’s just how it works…

A soon-to-be single Usher was also at the club getting his swerve on with his boy Snoop.

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R&B singer Usher hosted a party at the Playboy Club at the Palmos Hotel Casino & Resort Friday night (Aug 7) in Las Vegas to celebrate his cover feature in the July/August 2009 issue of Vegas Magazine.

Be on the look-out for his sixth studio album, Monster, to hit stores very soon as Usher has announced that the album is near completion! He’s been recording the album since the fall of 2008 and spent most of his time preparing the LP in the Las Vegas area.

“I came here to Vegas to close out the album and we did our last few sessions last night,” Usher told the Las Vegas Sun. “Within the next few weeks — few days — we’re going to be finished with it. … On this album, the influences came from places I’ve gone myself, the reality of circumstances of choice.”

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The paparazzi caught a glimpse of R&B singer Usher as he made his way through airport security Monday morning (Jul 27) to board a flight at Los Angeles’ LAX airport.

Now, we know a lot of ladies stopped feeling Ursh when he tied the knot with that crazy woman who should not be named. But now that he’s on his way to being a single man again, will he be making his way back into your hearts and fantasies any time soon?

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Usher, Nicole Ari Parker and Boris Kodjoe stopped for a picture at the closing ceremony for Usher’s Camp New Look at the Alliance Theater at the Woodruff Arts Center Friday (Jul 24) in Atlanta. Alonzo Mourning also attended and spoke at the event, along with Usher, Boris and Nicole.

Usher’s New Look (UNL) is a non-profit organization spearheaded by the R&B singer himself. Per the official website, UNL is a youth empowerment organization that provides young people with “a new look on life through education and real-world experiences,” while building upon their interests in athletics, music and entertainment.

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Singer Bobby Brown and his baby mama/girlfriend Alicia Etheridge were spotted maxin’ and relaxin’ on the beach in sunny Malibu, California Saturday afternoon. Peep Alicia reading the latest issue of Rolling Stone magazine, which features Michael Jackson on the cover.

We also have new candid shots of Beyonce, Usher, Kim Kardashian and more! Continue reading to check them out.

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Here is the final batch of photos from Michael Jackon’s public memorial service. On Tuesday, July 7th 2009, celebrities, dignitaries, and MJ fans alike all packed into the Staples Arena in Los Angeles to celebrate the life of an icon that was taken away from us way too soon. Above, R&B singer Usher can be seen posing with a very pregnant Jennifer Hudson backstage just before the memorial commenced. Continue reading to see photos of the different celebrities (Chris Brown, Wesley Snipes, Spike Lee, Kim Kardashian and more) who attended the ceremony.

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Wearing dark sunglasses and a single yellow rose pinned to his jacket, a noticeably emotional Usher performed “Gone Too Soon,” a track from Michael Jackson’s 1991 Dangerous album, at the King of Pop’s farewell service Tuesday (Jul 7) in Los Angeles at the Staples Center.

Other celebrities and important public figures who spoke and/or performed at the public ceremony include Queen Latifah, Smokey Robinson, Rev. Al Sharpton, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson, and more. Continue reading to check out all of the pictures.

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Lots of singers/performers (Usher, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson, Stevie Wonder and more) took the stage Tuesday (Jul 7) to honor and say goodbye to Michael Jackson at his public memorial service at Los Angeles’ Staples Center. 20,000 people packed into the arena to witness as the world bid the King of Pop a grand farewell. Here are videos from everyone who performed songs at the globally televised memorial. Keep checking back as we will continue to add photos and videos of the people who made speeches throughout today and tomorrow. Continue reading for the videos.

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This divorce between Usher and his soon-to-be ex-wife Tameka Foster just seems to get messier and messier. A new report from The National Enquier (insert obligatory side-eye here) says that Usher wants a paternity test done on his 6-month-old son Naviyd. Why? Because around the time the baby was conceived, Usher and Tameka were have very little to no sex.

“The first thing Usher said was, ‘How did this happen?’ – because he was gone a lot, and their sex life was very, very limited,” a friend of Usher said. “People have been telling him that around the time the little boy was conceived, Tameka got together with another man.”

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Justin Timberlake can be seen here lugging around his Louis Vuitton bags as he arrives at Tom Bradley International Terminal at LAX airport in Los Angeles Thursday (Jul 2) after returning from Germany.

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R&B singer Usher, along with rapper Ludacris, hosted the 54th International Streetball Championships, which were held at George Carpentier stadium overseas in Paris, France Saturday (Jun 27).

If you were wondering where Usher was Sunday night during the BET Awards, he already had plans to be overseas this past weekend and was unable to catch a plane in time to make the show. His publicist released a statement, which includes Usher saying that he plans on working on some sort of tribute when he returns to the U.S.

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“[Songwriter] Sean Garrett called me to the studio,” producer Zaytoven, who’s worked on songs for Gucci Mane and OJ Da Juiceman, told MTV News last week in Atlanta. “He called like, ‘You’ve got to come hear this song. I’ve got a hit.’ ” Zay went to the studio and heard Garrett’s reference vocals on the track, and soon after heard the finished version with Usher’s vocals.

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Usher: “This loss has deeply saddened me, with a heavy heart I composed this statement. May God cover you Michael. We all lift your name up in prayer. I pray for the entire Jackson family particularly Michael’s mother and all his fans that loved him so much. I would not be the artist, performer, and philanthropist I am today without the influence of Michael. I have great admiration and respect for Him and I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to meet and perform with such a great entertainer In so many ways he transcended culture. He broke barriers, he changed radio formats! With music, he made it possible for people like Oprah Winfrey and Barack Obama to impact the mainstream world. His legacy is unparalleled Michael Jackson will never be forgotten.”

Diddy: “Michael Jackson showed me that you can actually see the beat. He made the music come to life!! He made me believe in magic. I will miss him!”

Ludacris: “If it were not for Michael Jackson I would not be where or who I am today. His Music and Legacy will live on Forever. Prayers to the fam. R.I.P.”

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Sports and entertainment family lawyer Randy Kessler is representing Tameka Foster Raymond, whom Usher filed for divorce from Friday (Jun 12) in Atlanta. Kessler and his client have yet to legally respond to the public filing, but he did report to various media outlets saying that Foster Raymond was a “great mom” and a “loyal wife,” all the while declining to comment on Usher’s conduct during the marriage.

“She’s a great mom,” Randy Kessler said. “She’s been a loyal wife. She’s trying her best to take the high road and not attack him.”

Kessler also represented rapper Mack 10 in his divorce from R&B singer T-Boz of TLC fame and opposed rapper T.I. and boxer Evander Holyfield in child-support cases, so he definitely knows his way around a courtroom, especially when it comes to domestic disputes.

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So it’s official … Usher and Tameka are over! Recently confirmed reports state that the R&B singer filed for divorce Friday (Jun 12) to begin the process of ending his two-year marriage to Tameka Foster. The petition, which was filed at Superior Court in Atlanta, did not list a reason for the split but insiders close to couple say they are not surprised.

“No one I’ve spoken to is surprised,” a source close to the couple tells PEOPLE. “As bad as this is gonna sound, it was never a matter of ‘I wonder if they’ll divorce,’ but more like ‘I wonder WHEN they’ll divorce.’”

Several sources paint a picture of a troubled marriage that started unraveling even before the couple’s wedding in September 2007.

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Rapper Lil Mama an philanthropist Russell Simmons posed for a photo together on the red carpet of the 6th Annual Do Something Awards at The Apollo Theater Thursday (June 4) evening in New York City. Other celebrities at the event include: Usher, Corbin Bleu, Akon and more. Continue reading for more pics from the event!

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Here R&B singer Usher can be seen posing for a photo with the President & CEO of Cartier North America Frederic De Narp at the 100th Anniversary In America Celebration at the Cartier Boutique Wednesday (June 3) in Beverly Hills. Continue reading for a few more pics and to see Usher flossing and showing off his expensive Cartier watch.

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R&B singer Usher did a little (solo) shopping Tuesday (June 2) afternoon at Cross Creek in Los Angeles, CA while his wife (of nearly two years) Tameka was at home tending to the chillun. We haven’t seen them out and about together in a while though. What’s up with that? Anyway, continue reading for more pics of Ursh and to peep what homeboy drove away in!

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R&B singers Chris Brown and Usher were spotted kicking it courtside Sunday night as the Orlando Magic beat the Cleveland Cavaliers (99 to 89) in Orlando. The glare of Usher’s sunglasses along with the flash of the camera and the arena’s lighting makes it look like Chris has a black eye (as reported by a view other blogs) but clearly in the second photo you see no black eye. Not sure where that rumor came from, but if it were true it’d definitely be pretty funny and ironic. Shout out to Chris Brown Web for the pics!

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Usher Raymond IV took his adorable little 17 month old son, Usher Raymond V, to Miami Beach last Tuesday for a little fun in the sun. The two played in the ocean and built sandcastles as they spent some quality father/son time together. More pics of Usher and his mini-me when you continue reading.

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Usher was spotted Saturday afternoon carrying his son Usher V as they headed through the terminal at LAX airport in Los Angeles. The paps threw a few compliments at the singer and his first born as they made their way into the black SUV waiting outside the airport. They received a nice peace sign as a response. Continue reading for more.

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Rapper Soulja Boy and Romeo stop for a photo on the red carpet of the 2009 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards, held this past Saturday in Los Angeles at the Pauley Pavilion on the UCLA campus in Los Angeles, CA.

Other celebrities rolled through included Jermaine Dupri, Tyrese, Usher, Keke Palmer, Russell Simmons and more. Continue reading for the rest of the pics.

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A statement was released late Tuesday (Mar. 3rd) from Usher’s camp apologizing for comments he made towards fellow singer Chris Brown in a video posted to YouTube by Jermaine Dupri.

“The comments made during a recent recording session amongst friends were taken out of context and blown out of proportion,” the statement reads. “I apologize on behalf of myself and my friends if anyone was offended. The intentions were not to pass judgment and we meant no harm. I respect and wish the best for all parties involved.”

The comments regarded pictures of Brown that emerged over the weekend, which showed him riding a jet ski during what was called his “reconciliation” weekend in Miami with girlfriend Rihanna.

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Peep this video of Usher, Jermaine Dupri, Johnta Austin, Bryan Michael Cox and JD’s assistant Tyrone, collectively known as “The Ocean 5 Crew,” clowning Christina Milian for rocking that blonde wig at the Hawks/Cavaliers game in ATL, in addition to talking about the Chris Brown and Rihanna situation, calling the young teens a modern day Ike & Tina. The video was originally posted to Jermaine Dupri’s YouTube account as a part of his “Living the Life” vlog series, but he has since then removed it. Luckily, the CNN of Urban Media (aka World Star Hip Hop) grabbed it and upped it to their site.

Halfway through the video, JD mentions them “having drinks” before filming, which is pretty obvious, especially with Usher shouting and acting a fool through most of the video. Even though the things they were saying were pretty effed up, we had no choice but to laugh. We’re sorry, but the sh*t was funny!

Usher is getting political on us! The R&B recording artist attended a hearing on improving America’s commitment to service and volunteerism at the House Education and Labor Committee hearing room yesterday in D.C. He brought along some of the leaders from his New Look Foundation to talk to the political big wigs. Continue reading for the rest of the pics.

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After spending 11 days in intensive care following a plastic surgery procedure that went wrong, Usher’s wife Tameka Raymond was released from a Sao Paulo hospital in Brazil.

According to the Associated Press, a spokeswoman confirmed that Tameka was released on Monday (February 16), but declined to provide any details regarding her treatment. Usher’s camp did not comment at press time. Since being rushed to the hospital during Grammy weekend, it’s been revealed that she had flown to Brazil to undergo a “simple liposuction,” but went into cardiac arrest while being anesthetized. Tameka was placed in an induced coma for 24 hours to stabilize her, while Usher waited by her bedside during recovery.

Usher was scheduled to perform at a pre-Grammy party for Clive Davis, but canceled due to the family emergency. When the news first broke, Usher, through his rep, released this statement: “Tameka Raymond is in stable condition after suffering complications from routine surgery in Brazil. Her husband Usher is with her at the hospital.” The rep also added that the couple do not plan to release any further details and asks for their privacy.

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Usher’s wife, Tameka Raymond, underwent what reps are calling “routine surgery” in Brazil over the weekend and Usher had to leave the country to rush to be by her side Sunday night right before the Grammys due to an emergency concerning the operation. Rumors began to swirl across the internet saying that the R&B singer’s wife had died, but fortunately, those rumors were immediately denounced by Usher’s people. As far as the rumors of her undergoing some kind of “cosmetic surgery,” No one has spoken up about that yet.

“Her husband Usher is with her at the hospital,” the rep added. “No further details will be released, and the family requests privacy at this difficult time.” On Saturday night, Usher (full name: Usher Raymond) canceled his performance at the Recording Academy and Clive Davis’s pre-Grammy Gala. Davis told partygoers the singer had to bow out due to a “serious injury in the family.”

On Sunday, Davis, CEO of Sony Music Worldwide, told PEOPLE. “I talked to his mom [Jonetta Patton]. My thoughts are with them, whatever they’re facing.” The couple, married since August 2007, have two children.

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Here’s to a speedy recovery for Mrs. Raymond and our prayers are with her and her family.

Here’s an unreleased track from Usher’s lackluster “Here I Stand” album. Produced by Soundz, the track is called “Get Used to Her,” and after seeing the title I could immediately pinpoint that this was from this most recent era. Just look at it … he’s obviously talking about Tameka. He’s basically telling everyone to get used to her because she isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, despite the rumors and how anyone else feels. He apparently loves this woman and wants to stick by her, which is something that should definitely be respected.

But isn’t it about time for him to hit the studio and redeem himself and his career? Don’t get me wrong, Usher’s doing his thing and what-not, despite him not selling many albums from this last project or having much of a tour to support it. But let’s just say I still keep Confessions, 8701 and My Way in present rotation and Here I Stand really hasn’t been touched since I first listened to it. And I can guarantee you I’m not the only person who feels that way.

LISTEN: USHER – “GET USED TO HER”

Many stars were on hand Saturday, January 17th 2009, just 3 days before Barack Obama’s historical inauguration, to perform at the “We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration” in Washington, D.C. in front of the Lincoln memorial. Some of the celebrities who either made speeches or performed include: Beyonce, Usher, Shakira, Stevie Wonder, Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah, Samuel L. Jackson, and more! Continue reading for the rest of the photos.

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Married couple Usher Raymond and Tameka Foster celebrated the New Year with a big party at The Bank in Las Vegas, NV. My only question is … who was at home with the newborn baby? Little Naviyd isn’t even a month old yet, and mommy and daddy are already out partying… More pics when you continue reading.

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Beyonce and Jay-Z together, without a doubt, is the definition of “black love.” For our generation at least! They’ve been together for over 5 years, and have close to $170 million in the bank (combined), making them Hollywood’s richest couple! Much of their relationship is kept private, but their lives as celebrities, coupled with their fame and huge success as artists and entrepreneurs, makes it hard not to want to know more about them! We put them at the top of our list this time last year, but the only difference between then and now is that they are married. The two decided to tie the knot in a “private” ceremony in April 2008. And if you were around and living on planet earth, you definitely heard about it! After People.com announced that the two had taken out a marriage license in New York, the events that happened the weekend of April 4th 2008 were inevitable. After several black SUVs with heavily tinted windows were seen entering Jay-Z’s Manhattan apartment, in addition to the dozens of vans bringing in wedding decorations, we all knew what was going on.

Every paparazzo in the world set up shop outside of the apartment and snapped photos of Solange Knowles (Beyonce’s sister), Tina & Mathew Knowles (Beyonce’s parents), Michelle Williams, Kelly Rowland, Irv Gotti, and more entering the apartment building’s ground-level garage. The list went on and on, but after seeing all of these people entering one place, we knew Beyonce and Jay-Z were DEFINITELY getting married. People.com actually confirmed it the next morning, and shortly after, we spotted the two wearing their wedding bands. These two getting married was definitely the talk of the blogosphere for the months to follow. And even though “Jayonce” never really confirmed their wedding, in several interviews that followed (Oprah, The Tyra Banks show, Essence Magazine, etc.) they were referred to as husband and wife, and neither contested it. But these two are the same people who never confirmed their initial relationship, so we’re definitely used to it!

Who else made the cut as GOT’s hottest couples of 2008? Continue reading to see!

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No, you’re not perusing through GOT’s archives and looking at a post from November 2007. Usher and Tameka actually decided to procreate again, as we reported a couple of weeks ago, and the couple gave birth to their second chil together at approximately 3 A.M. this morning, according to The YBF. And it’s a boy! He wasn’t due until the 15th, but he decided to surprise us and come a few days early.

No name has been released yet, and Usher’s people are probably pissed that this has hit the web so soon, since they apparently tried to keep it under wraps for a little while. But we found out anyway, and we’ll bring more info as this story develops.

UPDATE (12/11/08): Usher’s publicist confirmed the news, stating that the baby’s name is Naviyd Ely Raymond. He weighed in at 5 pounds, 13 ounces, and was born yesterday, December 10th, at about 2:30 A.M.

R&B singer Usher and his wife Tameka are receiving a rather nice gift this Christmas. During an early morning interview on Stevie Wonder’s morning show, the “In This Club” singer announced that he and Tameka are expecting another son to be born this month (December 2008).

Doctors told the couple that they’re having another boy, and he’s due to arrive on Dec. 15th, just in time for the holidays. Usher told Access Hollywood that their new bundle of joy will be “one of the best Christmas gifts there is to have. There are a few names,” he told Access. “But if you guys have any unique one, please feel free to hit me up. Let me know.” It was around this time last November when Usher and Tameka welcomed their first child together, Usher Raymond V. He turned one last Wednesday (Nov. 26th).

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The … “happily married” couple’s first child, Usher Raymond V, just celebrated a birthday. He was born November 26th 2007.

When Jonetta Patton is managing the career of her successful R&B singer son, Usher, she’s apparently scamming limo drivers. Usher’s mom/manager is currently under investigation by Dekalb County Police after a freelance limo driver for her Atlanta-based transportation company, JCarr Transportation, filed a complaint alleging she cheated him out of a $1,668 paycheck.

Ms. Patton and her company are accused of scamming the limo driver while he worked for them during the BET Hip-Hop Awards, which were held in Atlanta back in October 2008. A representative for the company said the following to TMZ:

“The drivers were hired as independent contractors and are paid 30-45 days net when working on special events of the magnitude of the BET Hip Hop Awards that took place on Oct. 18th. They were hired at the recommendation of an employee who was recently terminated by JCarr and are disgruntled that their services are no longer being used by the company as a result of the unprofessional nature of the fired employee.”

Wow…

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AIRDATE: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3RD 2008 ON CBS @ 10 PM EST. The 2008 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show went down Saturday night in Miami Beach, and it appears as though Usher had himself a grand old time performing on the runway with all of those beautiful models! More celebrities attended the show and posed for pics on the red carpet: Mario, Gabrielle Union, Terrence Howard, and more. Continue reading for the rest of the pics.

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Usher claims that he was speechless Tuesday night when it was announced that Barack Obama would be our new president beginning next January! He also made the claim that he would have moved out of the country if hell somehow reached arctic temperatures and McCain had won.

Barack Obama doesn’t represent a color. He represents change. I think this sets us off in the right direction in terms of change of tone. … The fact that so many people were encouraged by [his] words … by his message. It was never self-serving, it was always for country. Country first!”

In terms of his own personal reaction to the outcome of the election, the 30-year-old added: “Man, this is incredible, after a lot of campaigning, and then a lot of prayer … It’s so incredible to see that this historical thing has happened, man. Before it was a thought of what happens if he doesn’t win,” the singer continued. “The public service that went into this and the encouragement that’s come out of it, it’s just incredible to see it happen.”

The musician also revealed he was prepared to uproot himself temporarily had things turned out differently. “In the event he didn’t win, I gave some thought to leaving the country,” he conceded before happily interjecting that such a drastic measure would not be necessary. “I’m proud to be an American.” [ SOURCE ]

Usher was spotted Sunday in Toronto on a Canadian TV Show MuchOnDemand.

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ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY // SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND 2008 » R&B singer Usher kicked off his “One Night Stand” tour at the Borgeta Sunday night in Atlantic City, NJ. Instead of going for the big arenas, the “In This Club” singer opted to cater to women, although men are welcome to come, in intimate club-like settings over 14 different cities, including New York City, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and more. Follow the break for more pics and to see when Usher’s going to hit a town near you! Be prepared to fork over at least $100 bucks for tickets though.

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NEW YORK // WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15TH 2008 » Music producer Timbaland and singer Keri Hilson took the stage together last night in New York City at the GQ Magazine Gentlemen’s Ball. Follow the break to check out photos of Usher, Forest Whitaker, and more pics of Keri and Timbaland.

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You’ve seen the pics on the set of Usher’s latest video, “Trading Places”, now here’s the official GOT video premiere of his song from his latest album Here I Stand. Check out the video above!