The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Jen lands in Tahiti … and her standoffish behavior and declaration that she’s “lawyered up” irritate Shaunie and Tami, turning up the heat on the final days of the girls’ trip.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 14 below:

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It’s no secret that VH1′s “Basketball Wives” is one of the most hated reality shows on television, mainly because of the non-stop drama and fighting that seems to plague EVERY single season of the show, from the first season, through the fourth season that is currently airing on TV.

But the producers — including Shaunie O’Neal — say that’s about to change, now that the controversial reality show has been picked up for a fifth season, despite calls to boycott the program and advertisers pulling out from the show.

In a statement, Shed Media, the company who produces the show along with the VH1 network, addressed criticism that that the show promotes bullying, and insists that going forward, cast mates will be encouraged to resolved their issues in a non-violent manner, instead of the way things have been handled before.

“Shed Media US is fully committed to telling the compelling stories of the Basketball Wives in a balanced way. Our producing partner Shaunie O’Neal feels strongly about this, and we fully agree with this stance. We support her as she encourages the cast members to work out issues in a non-violent fashion. We look forward to working with her and the rest of the cast on conveying more balance in the next season.”

VH1 echoed Shed Media’s statement, saying that they condemn violence, despite claims that they actually promote it.

“Our viewers’ opinions always matter a great deal to us at VH1. Lately, there has been a lot of conversation about Basketball Wives, a series featuring strong, intelligent women with very passionate viewpoints, which can sometimes escalate. We at VH1 agree with and support Shaunie and the show producerss ‘no excessive physical confrontations’ policy on the series moving forward.

“We are all committed to balancing the candid, bold excitement that the viewers have come to love in the series with storylines and representations they can be proud of. Shaunie has been a strong advocate for a more balanced approach to the show and we, along with our producing partners at Shed Media, are all in agreement about moving forward with that goal.”

Viewers of “Basketball Wives,” which follows the drama-filled lives of a small group of women who have romantically been involved with professional basketball players, are often confronted with scenes that feature punching, slapping, swearing, hair pulling, glass (and wine bottle) throwing among cast members.

The show has received numerous amounts of criticism since it first premiered over two years ago on April 11th 2010, but public outrage grew when cast member Jennifer Williams decided to file a lawsuit against her co-star Evelyn Lozada‘s personal assistant Nia Crooks after an incident on the show in which Nia slapped Jennifer in the face.

Williams claims she was physically and verbally assaulted by the Harlem resident in a legal complaint, and many viewers of the show — including celebrities — used social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.) to promote a public boycott of the show and pass around a petition after the show’s producers reportedly threatened to sue Williams for filing the lawsuit against Crooks.

One petition, titled “Boycott Basketball Wives and Evelyn Lozada,” called for the boycott of the show and a boycott of a possible spinoff show featuring cast member Evelyn Lozada and her NFL player fiance Chad Ochocinco.

The petition, which racked up nearly 30,000 signatures on change.org, read:

Evelyn Lozada is a bully. The violence on “Basketball Wives” is horrible and disgraceful. Physical assaults, threats, verbal abuse, and harassment. VH1 is rewarding this behavior by giving Evelyn a spinoff. Don’t reward negative behavior.

This is not a hate petition against Eveyln Lozada. We simply will not support violence. It hurts to see violence amongst women on television for entertainment purposes. It is not ok for women to hit each other on TV.

On average, Basketball Wives gets about 3 – 4 million viewers weekly, so it will definitely be interesting to see how those numbers do with the new next season “no violence” policy in place.

Do you think “Basketball Wives” can survive without drama and violence?

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, the girls play a practical joke on Kenya. Also, Tami and Kesha’s conflict escalates, driving one of them to cut their island vacation short. Which one of the ladies headed back home to Miami early? Find out when you watch the episode!

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 13 below:

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The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Evelyn and Chad discuss their upcoming wedding, while Royce and her father get into it over Royce’s relationship with football player Dezmon Briscoe.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 12 below:

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The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Evelyn and Chad discuss their upcoming wedding, while Royce and her father get into it over Royce’s relationship with football player Dezmon Briscoe.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 11 below:

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After a brief hiatus, VH1′s “Single Ladies” is back for another season!

Following the departure of Stacey Dash and her character Val, Season 2 introduces Raquel (played by Denise Vasi), a sophisticated business woman who is independent and calls her own shots.

Actresses LisaRaye McCoy and Charity Shea — who both starred in the first season — will be turning to the show, which follows three women as they each explore different philosophies on love, sex and relationships.

This season will also feature guest appearances from La La Anthony, T.I., Lauren London, Romeo, Rick Fox, Big Boi, Eve, Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, and the show’s creator Queen Latifah.

Check out VH1′s new TV ad to promote the show’s Memorial Day (May 28) premiere below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, the fallout from Evelyn, Jen, and Nia’s altercation at the racetrack deepens the divides within the group. Also, Royce introduces her new boyfriend Dezmon Briscoe to the girls.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 10 below:

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Last night, Nas‘ “Behind The Music” episode premiered on VH1.

The Queens rapper gave viewers a detailed account of his quick rise to fame, former beef with Tupac and Jay-Z, the passing of his mother, and more.

DMX opened up about his broken relationship with his mother on a recent episode of VH1′s “Couples Therapy.”

Breaking down into tears, X revealed that he hasn’t spoken to his mother in years, and throughout his life has never been told “I love you” from her.

“I used to always turn to drugs when I was feeling a certain way and now that I’m not doing that, sometimes the pressure builds up, I’ll call [someone] and say, I just wanted to say ‘Mommy.’ I wanted to say that word. Mommy. Not ‘My mother,’ you know, I wanted to say mommy. I just wanted to talk to her. I haven’t talked to her in years and I just wanted to be able to say ‘Hi, mommy. I love you.’ Never once did she [say she loved me.] …. [crying] …. You know what, I think people lose sight of the fact that no matter how strong you are, as a man, no matter how tough you are, we all need to be somebody’s baby.”

Watch below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, a trip to the races turns explosive when Evelyn’s friend and assistant Nia challenges Jen’s recent behavior. Also, Tami and her mother work through some of their issues.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 9 below:

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The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Evelyn and Kenya’s feud over loose talk escalates to the point of no return; and Suzie’s penchant for peacemaking returns as she takes a stab at squashing Royce and Jen’s beef. Also, Kenya debuts her “highly anticipated” (LOL) new music video to the ladies, who give their honest opinion about the result.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 8 below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Kenya tries (and fails miserably) to explain herself after Kesha tells Evelyn that Kenya said she was “loose.” But things really heat up when Kesha brings in a friend to corroborate her version of the story, which results in some name serious name calling and bottle-throwing. (Poor Kenya…)

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 7 below:

Rapper Game opens up about his music career (including his beef with 50 Cent), growing up in a gang, his difficult family life, contemplating suicide and more in the latest episode of VH1′s “Behind the Music,” which aired on TV last week.

Watch below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, the fallout from Jen and Ev’s confrontation at Shaunie’s birthday party continues, and Ev lays into Kenya for calling her “loose.”

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 6 below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Royce and Suzie visit Kesha’s North Carolina roots, then later at Shaunie’s birthday party, Evelyn and Jennifer have a minor altercation.

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LaLa and Carmelo Anthony make their return to reality TV in the upcoming second season of “La La’s Full Court Life,” which is set to premiere on Monday (Mar 19) on VH1 at 9/8c.

LaLa told VH1 in a recent interview:

I think we’ve upped the ante some, we’ve added some more characters, Charlemagne being the main new one that we’ve added from the radio. You know, he’s a shock jock and he says what everyone else is scared to say, which can be good and bad at the same time, but I think it offers people a string opinion to talk about when we’re dealing with issues on the show, so I’m excited to have him be a part of it.

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For a sneak peek at what to expect, check out the trailer below!

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode (the season finale), Tip is in the final hectic days leading up to the fashion show for his clothing line, AKOO, and realizes he can’t do it without the help of his family. Meanwhile, Tameka uses the fashion show as an excuse to set Shekinah up…

Watch the Season Finale of “T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle” below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Tami sees red over Kesha talking behind her back. Also, the ladies are conspicuously absent from one of Jen’s lip gloss launch events.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 4 below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Shaunie, Evelyn, and Tami take Kenya to task over throwing Kesha under the bus at her music video auditions, Suzie’s behavior at a charity event raises eyebrows, and Tami takes to the therapist’s couch to combat her anger issues.

Watch “Basketball Wives” Season 4 Episode 3 below:

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, the OMG Girlz are in Los Angeles to sign a recording deal, and since they are in “Hollywood,” Tiny convinces Tip to take King and Major along to try their hands at acting.

Watch “T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle” Episode 13 below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

In this week’s episode, Jennifer’s attitude is questioned by the ladies (mainly Shaunie, Tami and Evelyn), and the women make fun of new girl Kenya when they find her YouTube videos. Meanwhile, Evelyn and Chad have a sit-down regarding some social media accusations of infidelity.

Missed Season 4, Episode 2? Watch below!

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, T.I. is busy at work preparing his new album and while he’s in the studio, his good friend Usher drops by to lay down some vocals. Meanwhile, Tiny and her best friend/business partner Shekinah get into a blow-out argument over a new business idea Shekinah has.

Watch Episode 12 below:

The original “Basketball Wives” are back for a fourth season!

This season’s cast includes regulars Shaunie O’Neal, Evelyn Lozada, Jennifer Williams, Royce Reed, Tammy Roman and Suzie Ketcham, along with two new additions, Kesha Nichols and Kenya Bell.

The explosive fourth season opens up in New York City, revealing that Jennifer and Evelyn’s 10-year friendship is on the rocks. We also get to meet newcomers Kesha Nichols (whose was famously “dumped” by her fiance via e-mail the day of their wedding) and Kenya Bell (an aspiring recording artist currently finalizing her divorce from a basketball star).

Missed last night’s season 4 premiere? Check it out below!

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, titled “Baby Girl,” Tip struggles with accepting the fact that his step-daughter Niq Niq is growing up, and with Niq Niq’s sixteenth birthday approaching, she only has one thing on her mind – learning how to drive. But teaching Niq Niq to drive only solidifies that she is growing up and Tip isn’t ready to let his little girl go. When Tip’s overprotective nature starts interfering with Niq Niq’s work with the OMG Girlz, Tiny must give Tip a reality check.

Watch Episode 11 below:

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, titled “Green Faces,” Tip finds out his son Domani has been making bad grades in school ever since he started working on music. Of course, Tip isn’t having that, so he sets out on a mission to teach Domani a lesson about priorities and making good grades in school.

Watch Episode 10 below:

The trailer for the fourth season of VH1‘s hit reality show “Basketball Wives” has finally been released, and if this nearly 5 minute clip is anything to go by, this upcoming season is going to be filled with even more drama than the last 3!

Find out what you can expect to see in “Basketball Wives” Season 4 below:

Catch the fourth season premiere on VH1 on Monday, February 20th at 8pm!

VH1′s “Love & Hip-Hop: Reality Check” episode aired on TV last night, giving viewers a behind the scenes look at the second season of “Love and Hip-Hop” in a way that is very different from the usual reunion specials.

The girls did separate interviews with the show’s producer Mona Scott Young, who pointed out that some of the ladies refuse to be in the same room with one another, making it impossible for VH1 to host a traditional reunion show.

Find out what secrets are revealed in VH1′s “Love & Hip-Hop: Reality Check” TV special below:

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, titled “She Thinks She Might Be Pregnant,” Tip and Tiny consider having another baby.

Watch Episode 9 below:

The second season of “Love and Hip Hop” may be over, but that doesn’t mean the drama is!

It’s no secret that many of the show’s cast members don’t like each other. So to combat that, and the fact that none of the ladies can sit in the same room with each other, instead of wrapping up the season with a traditional “reunion special,” VH1 came with the unique idea to host what they’re calling a “Reality Check” reunion-like special that will feature one-on-one interviews with all of the “Love and Hip Hop 2″ ladies.

From VH1:

“Love and Hip Hop 2: Reality Check” is not your traditional reunion show. Due to all the fights and arguments the cast had with each other, the producers were forced to do something different since several of the ladies refused to be in the same room together!

In revealing, one-on-one interviews with Executive Producer Mona Scott-Young, all of the Love and Hip Hop stars speak frankly about which cast members they get along with, who they hate, and answer all of the burning questions that the fans want to know.

Can Emily and Fab work it out? What exactly was in Yandy’s explosive e-mail? Are Chrissy and Jim ever getting married? And, most shocking of all, find out who quit the show and may be gone for good.

This special episode is not so much a season recap as it is a revelation of all the dramatic moments that never aired as well as a candid look at how being a reality TV star can change your life forever.

In an effort to get viewers ready for the special, VH1 has released a couple of sneak peak clips. In one of the clips, Chrissy and Yandy (who we all know basically hate each other) each give their own version of the beef that brewed between the two throughout the entire season.

Chrissy says it was her idea to bring Yandy on the show in the first place, and she apparently wasn’t having it when producers decided to “expand” Yandy’s role, giving Yandy more screen time than her.

So Chrissy and Jim Jones gave Yandy an ultimatum. She could either continue to be Jim Jones’ manager and fade into the darkness when it comes to her role on the show … or she could quit as Jones’ manager and continue to be on the show. (And we all know the decision Yandy obviously made in the end.)

“I am so good at what I’ve done, I’ve made an avenue for you!” Chrissy says in clip #2, in reference to Yandy. “We want to talk about paychecks and who is doing what? Bitch you on my show! I am so good at what I’ve done, I’ve made an avenue for you! Bow down!”

Ouch.

Watch both clips below:

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, titled “Tip Clause,” Tip decides to teach the children a lesson about charity.

Watch Episode 8 below:

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act), Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama), stylist/aspiring fashion designer Emily B (Fabolous’ girlfriend) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

In this week’s episode, titled “At The End Of The Day” (the season finale), Jim and Chrissy confront the inevitable: will they marry or split up?

Meanwhile, the season ends with other questions, like is Olivia finally on the path to success? Will Emily & Fab live happily ever after? Can Kimbella move past her video vixen past and settle into a more classic role with her boyfriend Juelz Santana? And how exactly will Yandy re-position herself now that she’s dropped her number one client after 7 years.

Watch Episode 10 (The Season Finale!) below:

The checks are about to start coming in for Vanessa Bryant.

In addition to receiving three houses and $75 million, the estranged wife of Kobe Bryant will soon be made an offer by the producers of VH1′s “Basketball Wives.”

According to TMZ:

Producers are putting together “an extremely lucrative pitch for Vanessa” … for her to become a recurring character.

As one source put it, “Vanessa has more than enough storyline and would bring the show to another level.”

As for the timing — we’re told producers never dreamed of approaching Vanessa while she was married to Kobe … and our sources say Vanessa would NOT have been receptive.

If Vanessa accepts, we’re told producers would instantly make her a LEAD on the LA edition of the show.

This would definitely give us all something to look forward to on the upcoming new season. Wonder what Jackie Christie has to say about this???

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act), Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama), stylist/aspiring fashion designer Emily B (Fabolous’ girlfriend) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

In this week’s episode, titled “Back to Reality,” following the volatile rain filled trip to Miami, Yandy seeks some advice from the people that mean the most in her life as she prepares to move on to greener pastures and possibly take on a new client.

Olivia meets with influential DJ Funk Master Flex hoping that she’ll be able to move forward by confronting her harshest critics, though there may be a light at the end of the tunnel in her quest for a record deal.

Meanwhile, Emily has been facing criticism and unsolicited opinions regarding her relationship with Fab, and now it’s time for her to face reality head on.

Watch Episode 9 below:

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, titled “King of the House,” T.I. and Tiny’s son King has been staying with his grandmother and she’s been spoiling him rotten. But when it’s time to come home the little guy puts up a big fight, and T.I. and Tiny are faced with trying to discipline their wild child.

Watch Episode 7 below:

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

In this week’s episode, titled “Bad and Sneaky,” T.I. discovers his 10-year-old daughter Deyjah has a boyfriend and the family kept it a secret from him, which results in him having a family meeting where he lays down the law and sets the rules on keeping secrets. T.I. also gives his daughter a lesson on giving boys her “sugar.”

Watch Episode 6 below:

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act) and Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

In this week’s episode, titled “Miami Vice,” Jim Jones surprises Chrissy in Miami with a touching proposal, and Kimbella faces the demons of her past by meeting with her mother & the demons of her present by meeting with Erica to squash the beef.

Meanwhile, Teirra Mari and Olivia are both being courted by super producer Rico Love. It’s a three way that creates instant tensions.

Exhausted and fed up, Yandy resigns as Jim’s manager. And when Yandy and Chrissy meet at a club in Miami, the long simmering feud finally erupts in an epic face-off.

Watch Episode 8 below:

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act) and Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

In last night’s episode, titled “These Are The Breaks,” Yandy finds herself at odds with both Jim and Chrissy and begins to consider a career move. Meanwhile, Kimbella tries to understand why she brings out everybody’s mean side.

Tired of waiting for a commitment, Chrissy gives in to pent up frustration and questions her relationship with Jim. Needing a getaway to clear her head, she takes off to Miami with Emily and Olivia. Is Jim’s secret plan to engage Chrissy too little and too late?

Find out when you watch Episode 7 below:

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act) and Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

In last night’s episode, titled “Bottle Service,” Jim buys himself a fancy new car which doesn’t sit well with Chrissy who is still waiting for her fancy new ring. Later, she meets with a trusted aunt and uncle who drop some wisdom that seems to give her renewed strength.

Meanwhile, Yandy meets up with a potential new client, video model turned singer Erica Mena. But when Erica meets Kimbella, a war of words turns physical.

Watch Episode 6 below:

VH1 hosted their “Divas 2011″ concert at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City Sunday night (Dec 18).

Among the celebrities who walked the red carpet just before the ceremony took place were R&B singers Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott and Chaka Khan, as well as rappers 50 Cent and Common, Pop singer Jessie J and country music legend Dolly Parton.

Some of the other celebs who were spotted on the VH1 Divas 2011 red carpet were Nas, Mary J. Blige, Travie McCoy, Florence Welch, Lala Anthony and more.

Check out 25+ pics from the red carpet of the VH1 Divas 2011 concert in NYC below:

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act) and Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

In last night’s episode, titled “Emily’s ‘Fabolous’ Life,” Emily’s new life as a single working mom takes off when she lands a high profile styling job during New York’s fashion week. But when Fab shows up to support her, everyone begins to wonder just how “single” she really is.

Meanwhile, Chrissy and Kimbella meet to try and resolve their long simmering feud. Yandy is forced to work a few miracles when Jim decides to shoot a video with 48 hours notice.

Watch Episode 5 below:

Fans of VH1′s “Love and Hip-Hop“ will be glad to know that a new franchise of the show is said to be in the works.

According to our friends over at Straight from the A, industry insiders say that “Love and Hip-Hop Atlanta” could be making its way to your TV screens one day soon:

Former Crime Mob member Diamond (Lil Scrappy’s long time ex, and Soulja Boy’s jump off) has reportedly been offered a role on the upcoming show.

Things are still in the beginning stages and Diamond has a few details to hash out before she’ll ink the deal. Apparently, the producers of the show want her to be 100 percent herself in front of the cameras, but her publicists would prefer to finesse things a little bit. “Diamond would definitely be the Chrissy [Lampkin] of the group.”

Others mentioned on the list include A-town rapper Rasheeda, Lil Wayne baby mama #3(?) Nivea, and I’ve also heard talks of Cee-lo Green‘s ex, Christina Johnson being approached as an addition to the Atlanta Love & Hip Hop cast.

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With all of the other reality shows already out there, we think adding another one to the mix this soon would probably be overkill.

Now … if Usher’s ex wife Tameka were to somehow join the cast, then we might have a reason to tune in, just because we know she’s gonna probably end up being like Jackie Christie on BBW L.A. Couldn’t you see that?

What are your thoughts?

Stacey Dash fans were shocked when the actress announced back in August that she was leaving VH1′s new show “Single Ladies” after just one season, and would not be reprising her role as Val in the upcoming second season.

A few months later, VH1 announced that former soap star Denise Vasi (“All My Children”) would be filling Stacey Dash’s spot, and would not be playing Val, but instead, a new character named “Raquel.”

In a new interview with Entertainment Weekly, Vasi — who many say resemble Stacey Dash — talks about her new role and how she got the job. See what she had to say below:

ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: How did this come together?
DENISE VASI: Obviously the show was a huge success and I had the conversation with my manager. “Let’s keep an eye out if anything comes up even guest-star wise for the show.” A casting sheet went out and I went in and read the first time and I was lucky enough to come back again and read a second time. Then I read in New York and I read one more time in LA. We had a few work sessions and then I screen-tested.

It sounds kind of intense?
It was but it was fun. When you see a network take so much time and they’re really specific, you know that they care about het show and it makes you wanna get the job even more because you know they appreciate who their audience is and what they’re looking for.

Did you get a chance to read with the other actresses?
I got the great opportunity to screentest with LisaRaye which was really fun.

So your character Raquel is a friend of Keisha’s right?
Yes. A long time friend of Keisha’s.

So how will Raquel be introduced?
Raquel is going to come back and stir the pot in a different way and bring some exciting new energy. We don’t wanna say too much.

Is she kind of a villain?
No no she’s not at all but the way she’s discovering herself will be different than what we’ve seen before.

You actually look a little bit like Stacey Dash. Has anyone told you that?
Thank you. Yes. We have similar features so that’s a great compliment, yeah.

Are you gonna have to relocate to Atlanta?
I am for the shooting time which is January to May. I’ve really excited to explore a new city. I hear there’s great food and good shopping.

This seems like the biggest role yet of your career. Is that exciting?
Yeah it’s the big next step which is very exciting.

Are you single lady in real life?
Well I’m not a married lady [laughs]. Trust me I’ve done a lot of dating. I’ve got a lot of stories. I definitely have a lot to pull from.

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The new season of “Single Ladies” begins shooting in January 2012.

Since T.I.‘s latest release from prison, the undisputed King has a heavily renewed interest in his career and family life. And now we get to see first-hand how he balances being a rapper, family man (husband and father) and an overall hustler, hence the name of his new VH1 reality series “T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle,” in which he co-stars alongside his wife Tiny and his large family of 6 children.

Watch Episode 2 below:

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act) and Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

Missed last night’s episode? Well, don’t worry … we’ve got you covered.

Watch it below:

VH1 has finally made their decision on who will replace actress Stacey Dash on “Single Ladies.”

After Stacey left the show a few months back, she left a huge void in the show’s cast. Well, according to Deadline.com, that void has been filled by former soap actress Denise Vasi … but not “exactly.”

Instead of playing Val (Stacey Dash’s old character), Vasi will star as an entirely new character. Apparently, Val will somehow be crossed out of the show.

Deadline reports:

Denise Vasi has been cast as a new lead on VH1?s hourlong comedy series Single Ladies. On the upcoming second season of the show executive produced by Queen Latifah, Vasi will star opposite co-leads LisaRaye McCoy and Charity Shea.

She fills a void left by the departure of Stacey Dash after the end of the first season. Vasi will play the new role of Raquel, a close friend of Keisha (McCoy) who is a savvy business woman from a prominent Southern family on a quest to discover passion.

“Denise is the perfect addition to the Single Ladies cast,” Queen Latifah said. “She is bringing a fun, new element to the show.”

“Single Ladies,” VH1′s first original scripted series, is a romantic comedy that follows the lives of a group of ‘Urban’ women — Keisha (LisaRaye), Raquel (Denise Vasi) and April (Charity Shea) — living life as an eligible ‘single lady’ in the city of Atlanta.

Last season, the show, created by Stacy A. Littlejohn and produced by Queen Latifah and others, averaged 2.8 million viewers. Production for the show’s upcoming second season is scheduled to begin in January to prepare for an early summer 2012 premiere.

What do you think about Stacey Dash’s replacement?

“Love and Hip-Hop” is back for another season!

“Love and Hip-Hop” follows six women, each with a connection to the world of Hip-Hop, who are all trying to make it in a world of backstabbing, jealousy, broken promises and shattered dreams.

You’ve got Chrissy Lampkin (Jim Jones‘ longtime girlfriend/”fiancee”), Olivia Longott (who used to be with 50 Cent & G-Unit and is now trying to become a solo act) and Somaya “Boss” Reese (who is trying to launch a successful) rap career, model Kimberly “Kimbella” Vanderhee (Juelz Santana‘s baby mama) and Jim Jones’ manager Yandy Smith.

Oh yeah … and did we mention the drama? A VH1 reality show isn’t a VH1 reality show without drama, and “Love and Hip-Hop” serves up just enough to fulfill that ratchet appetite in all of us!

Missed last night’s episode? Well, don’t worry … we’ve got you covered.

Watch it below:

Looks like Meeka has been kicked to the curb!

According to VH1 sources, Tami’s punching bag will not be returning to “Basketball Wives” next season, which begins shooting next month.

Basketball wives will have one less cast member next season.

Season four of the VH1 show “Basketball Wives” will have one less catfighter when shooting starts next month — cast member Meeka Claxton is getting the boot.

According to sources involved with production … Meeka has not been invited back — and we’re told she hasn’t even heard from producers since the reunion show was taped a few months back.

We’re told the final straw for producers came when Meeka filed a lawsuit against fellow cast member Tami Roman. Tami made it clear — if Meeka came back to the show, she would not.

A rep for Meeka could not be reached for comment.

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Ah, well! Nobody really liked her anyway… Wonder who they’re gonna replace her with???

He hasn’t even been out of jail for a hot minute yet, and self-proclaimed “King of the South” rapper T.I. has already landed himself a new VH1 reality show!

After being incarcerated for 10 months, and released from an Arkansas federal prison on August 31^st, the rapper/actor will allow cameras to follow him and document his life.

Our friends over at Rap-Up.com report:

VH1 has announced plans for a new show following the platinum rapper as he re-adjusts to life as a free man after his 10-month incarceration.

The half-hour, 10-episode series premieres December 5 at 10 p.m. Viewers will get a behind-the-scenes look at the King of the South’s most private and personal moments as he is reunited with his wife Tameka “Tiny” Cottle and kids.

In addition to his career as a rapper, actor, and businessman, there will be candid moments of him as a father, husband, son, and friend. Cameras will follow Tip as he returns to the studio to record his next album, while abiding by a new set of restrictions stemming from his probation. Will the King be able to maintain his kingdom under a new set of laws?

In a statement, VH1’s EVP of Original Programming and Production, Jeff Olde, said:

“Viewers have always connected with T.I. and we are definitely thrilled to show the next chapter of this incredible artist’s riveting life with this new series. T.I. is such a multi-talented artist and actor, and though he has had some setbacks, there is no doubt he will use his considerable talents to get back on top of both the music and film business.”

Regardless of his past, you’ve gotta give it to Tip. He’s a man about his business!

It’s true. Stacy Dash was fired from left “Single Ladies.” (Insert obligatory sad face here.)

Yesterday, Dash, who played fashion boutique owner Val — one of the show’s lead characters — confirmed that she had left the show, not giving a reason as to why, which leads us to believe that the rumors about the “dispute” between her and her co-star LisaRaye McCoy … were either somewhat true, or all the way true. (Why can’t we all just get along?)

Stacy’s version of the “situation,” however, includes the fact that she’s a mother and she wants to be able to spend more time with her children. Read her statement below:

“I truly enjoyed playing Val on ‘Single Ladies’, but I have decided to leave the show. I have to be back in LA with my children right now and the ‘Single Ladies’ shooting location makes that impossible. I wish VH1 the best of luck with the show and in maintaining the strong fan base we developed in season one.”

VH1 has also issued a statement on the matter:

“VH1 respects Stacey’s decision and her commitment to what she feels is best for her family. We thank her for all of her hard work in making ‘Single Ladies’ a success right out of the gate, and we wish her nothing but the best in her future plans.”

“Single Ladies,” VH1′s first scripted original series, has been renewed for a second season, and there is no word just yet on who the network will replace Stacey Dash with.

Guess we’ll just have to wait and see what happens from here…

Will you continue to watch the show now that Stacey Dash is gone?

Kelly Rowland showed pretty her face yesterday in Los Angeles at the Give Back Hollywood Foundation benefit for the VH1 Save the Music Foundation Friday (Aug 26) in Los Angeles.

The singer, who also posed for pics with singer/songwriter Luke James, was joined by Christina Milian, Vanessa Simmons, Tamar Braxton and more at the charity event.

Take a look at the pics below: