More legal trouble for Drake? According to TMZ, a Hollywood jeweler, Michael Raphael (owner of Baden Baden Inc), is suing the rapper for allegedly creation copies of his almost $50,000 owl pendant for Drake's own crew! The owl pendant is one that Drake rocks a lot.

Raphael claims that his company was hired to make Drake this custom diamond and platinum pendant back in January, which was paid for by Drake for $49,204. Six months later, Raphael saw copied gold designs of the pendants on Drake's Instagram account (these celebs stay getting in trouble with their social media accounts!).

With the suit, Drake faces copyright infringement as well as having to cough up the copied pendants! Goodness! This isn't Drake's first suit surrounding his fashion, though. His stylist sued him just last month for alleged unpaid bills. Drake, if this is indeed true, I need you to cough up the money! You get paid WAY too much to ever stiff folks out of their cash.

In other Drizzy news, he officially dropped his trailer for his third album, Nothing Was The Same, which drops September 24, a month before the rapper's 27th birthday! Check it out below!




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Aww it's a boy! Mario Lopez and wife Courtney welcomed their second child, son Dominic, last night, September 9!  Mario broke the news on Twitter: “It’s a boy!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please welcome Dominic Lopez to the world,” he tweeted. “Couldn’t be happier… Courtney and baby are doing just fine.”

The couple also has another child, Gia Francesca, who turns three this Wednesday. Big sis Gia has been very excited for her new sibling to come, Mario has said. “She’s pointing at the baby and saying, ‘There’s a baby in there,’” he told PEOPLE earlier in the year, also adding that she wanted to know the sex of the baby, something her parents wanted to be a surprise for everyone. “She wants to know if it’s a boy or a girl, but we don’t know because we’re waiting to find out. That’s kind of tough sometimes, we just don’t know!” Courtney added that she wasn't sure if Gia really understood the fact that her mommy was carrying another little baby : “Gia kind of understands that there is a baby in my belly,” the mom said shortly after announcing her pregnancy back in February. “She also told me our dog Julio has a baby in his belly — so who knows!” Aww too cute!

Congrats to the happy family!

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Another dramatic episode of Hollywood Exes this past Sunday! Picking up from last week, the ladies come back home from their dramatic dinner, with no telling what would happen! Mayte storms to her room like a child. As women, they ought to be able to agree to disagree, as Shamicka says. While she talks, Mayte comes back in the room, and Shamicka talks to her about the things that she saw in her life, like substance abuse, which is why she doesn't drink. She doesn't want to push her beliefs on any of the ladies, and Mayte gives her a big hug in apology. Really what Mayte needs to do is take a page out of Shamicka's book and stop trying to push her positions about fur on everyone else!

The next day, the ladies relax before they go tubing. Nicole breaks out her fur headband, which she is going to wear if fur policewoman Mayte decides not to go. She hides it in the couch for the meantime. Mayte does end up deciding to go, and all the ladies push aside their fur out of respect. Mayte ends up leaving tubing because of how cold it is. It's convenient that there is a moving ramp to get up the hill! Meanwhile, Mayte gets hot chocolate and is bored, so now she wants to go out there and have fun! Nicole and Sheree have a snowball fight, and end up wrestling in the snow!


That night, the girls play "Concentration," which quickly becomes a drinking game! Since Sheree and Shamicka don't drink, they are dared to flash on the balcony! They also play "Never Have I Ever," and Jessica has essentially done it all! This is why I love this show! They fuss and fight, but they always manage to come back together and truly enjoy themselves!

The next day, the whole house goes to Main Street to go shopping. They see lots of fur, even a fur thong! Of course, with Mayte around, none of the other ladies buy fur. Andrea herself promised Mayte that she wouldn't buy any more fur, even though she sees a really cute pair of boots! Later, Mayte does a video chat with Gia and shares with the ladies! Two days before she left, Gia started walking, so the ladies see her in action! To not be there for her daughter is difficult, but she's happy that she got to see her.

That night, Nicole, Shamicka, and Sheree go to the store to get some food for dinner, leaving Andrea, Mayte, and Jessica behind. As the ladies sit on the couch, Mayte finds Sheree's fur headband. Jessica snatches the mink and decides to cook it! She douses it in cream, and then Mayte and Jessica set the thing on fire on the balcony! They justify their behavior saying that Nicole won't miss it, probably having a bunch of fur coats and things. Andrea sits back and just watches. Right as the other ladies walk in, Jessica throws the burnt mink on the hot tub! Right after putting the food away, though, Nicole suggests playing Truth and Dare in the hot tub!  When she goes out there, she sees her burnt up mink, and things go downhill from there! Nicole goes off on both Jessica and Mayte, knowing that they did it. Jessica said that she'll buy her a new piece, but Nicole refuses, because it was disrespectful in the first place! Though they both apologize, Nicole is still very upset, especially with Jessica.

After Shamicka gives her two cents on the situation, Jessica tells her to shut up and butt out. That turns sweet Shamicka into Shamicka Sherron, and she goes off on Jessica, saying that if Jessica ever touches anything of hers, she will jack her up! After their confrontation cools down, Jessica goes to talk to Nicole to try to work it out. Nicole's feelings were really hurt, because she and Jessica are so close. Even though Jessica keeps offering to buy her another, Nicole rejects the offer. She can buy another headband, but it's the principle of the matter. Jessica got on Mayte's bandwagon of fur haters, and, in the process, let Nicole down majorly!

Later, Nicole tells Mayte that she was going to wear her band, but when she knew that Mayte was going, she didn't. Mayte owns up to her part in everything, and apologizes. Andrea, of course, has to offer her opinion, saying that Jessica should've taken responsibility for her part from the very beginning. My problem with Andrea even speaking is that she watched the entire thing go down, and, if she really thought it was wrong, she would've fought a little harder to stop it. I know that Mayte and Jessica are both grown women, but she watched and even laughed in disbelief that this was happening. Ehh whatever. In the end, the ladies work it out, and they all hug each other, even Jessica and Shamicka!

The next morning, the ladies vow to have a peaceful day, going in the hot tub and reflecting on the trip Overall, they had a lot of fun. On the last night, the ladies go out to dinner. They're really overdressed for this small little restaurant, but they have a good time anyway! Sheree asks Nicole about her wedding plans with Michael. Though Nicole wants to be married, she and Michael are working out a pre-nup, which is why the wedding is taking so long! It's smart, because nothing is for certain, and both parties want to be protected. I just hope that they come to a mutual agreement soon, and settle down already!

Later on in the evening, Shamicka surprises the ladies with a horse-drawn sleigh ride! So nice! They all snuggle together and reflect on the trip. Even though there were some issues, they have a better understanding of each other, which was great to see.

Check out new episodes of Hollywood Exes on Sundays at 9 p.m. only on VH1!

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The Challenge:Rivals 2 is coming down to the wire! Picking up from last week, only four teams remain for both the men and the women! The house exercises hard, and the guys prepare for the last guys' challenge. Meanwhile, CT and Diem continue to flirt. CT also admits that he likes having Wes for a teammate, and is determined to win this challenge! Later, Preston talks about his relationship with teammate Knight, which is really bad. They manage to work all right together, but it's clear that they will never be friends.

That night, the house goes out to party. CT and Diem connect on the dance floor, of course, because they both still have feelings for each other. They make out at the bar, with everybody else thinking that Diem has lost her mind! Back at the house, CT prepares his bed to have some alone time with Diem, but she passes out drunk! Johnny tells him the next day that she is going to act like nothing happened, which is exactly what she does. She acts like she can't remember, but Diem you weren't that drunk! Stop faking like you don't still love some CT!


The next day, the teams play "Rampage." There are four ramps over a pond. Two teams start at the top of their opposing ramps, and try to run to the other side to deposit balls into baskets, hopefully not running into each other in the process! The most baskets in the fastest time in three minutes wins. CT and Wes determines who goes against who. Of course, they have Johnny and Frank square off against Marlon and Jordan. though the challenge is three minutes, the teams struggles after a while, Johnny especially. It's a lot of running, and it takes a lot of momentum to get up those ramps! During the girls' heat, Cara Maria struggles a lot as well, with her knee pads dropping to the ground every two seconds, frustrating Cooke as they go against Emily and Paula. Afterwards Camila and Jemmye go against Diem and Aneesa, and their roudn is pretty pitifulruns into Cooke as they go against Emily and Paula. Cara just stands in the middle as she struggles with her knee pads. Camila and Jemmye versus Diem and Aneesa is pretty pitiful, but I know I would be the same way! CT and Wes pick the weakest guys' team Knight and Preston to go against. It gets a little physical, but CT and Wes still get all 20 balls in their baskets with 40 seconds left on the clock. They win the challenge, earning a spot in the finals! They're definitely sore winners, but it's cool. It was a very important challenge for them to win! Emily and Paula win for the girls, getting yet another $1000 in their pockets. Knight and Preston lose, heading straight to the Jungle!

Back at the house, Marlon already knows that he's going in the Jungle with Jordan, so he's not even going to waste time politicking with everybody. Meanwhile Frank hopes that CT and Wes winning lights a fire under Johnny to get him pumped for the finals! At deliberation, it's clear that Jordan and Marlon are going in, giving Johnny and Frank a ticket to the Final. Wes talks trash at deliberation about Johnny's struggle with the day's challenge, starting a fight. Johnny gets in his face, and CT actually defends Wes, saying that Johnny is all washed up! The trio argue back and forth as the rest of the house just watches, with the other guys joking that maybe somebody will throw a punch and get sent home! The whole argument was too much. It's obvious that CT and Wes want to prove that they can beat Johnny, who's won four of these challenges, while they've won none. NOW Johnny is fired up, and he and Frank are determined to just leave it all on the field! The conversation switches to Diem who a majority of the house thinks is a pawn in CT's game. CT tells her straight up that he doesn't care who wins for the girls, but he is still going to help her get into the final!

At the next night's Jungle, Preston and Knight compete against Marlon and Jordan in "Breaking On Through." The challenge features two towers with four floors and a trap door on each floor. You use the tool in each trap door to get the level below, with the team members having to alternate floors! At the end, they will have to break through a giant steel door and ring the bell.  Knight struggles to get through the chains on his floor, which really sucks for him and Preston. In the end, Marlon and Jordan win the elimination round, earning their spot in the final, and sending Preston and Knight home! It's exciting because I know that it's going to be a GREAT final with the guys! They fought their way here, even though they're rookies! Next week will be the girls' challenge!

The house goes out to a pub, and play games. Diem doesn't remember how she made out with CT the other night, but CT thinks she's falling for him again. Johnny, however, is losing respect for her, thinking that she is setting herself up to be heartbroken again! I don't know. I kind of love the two of them together. I think when it's good, it's really good, and when it's bad, it's really bad. It's up to Diem if she wants to deal with that again.

Check out new episodes of The Challenge: Rivals II on Wednesdays at 10 p.m. only on MTV!

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Last night was the SEASON FINALE of The Game, and it did not disappoint! Picking up from last week, Malik is fighting for his life in the hospital after he got jumped. Everybody comes to the hospital, not knowing who was hurt at first. The news simply reported that a Saber was beat down after the movie premier. The police question Keira about Malik and Franko, with Blue eventually getting the cop to leave her for a second since she's visibly upset. Keira thought that it mgiht have been Blue. Even though they aren't in the best place after the last episode, it's clear that they still love each other.



Meanwhile, Tasha is still at the diner trying to talk with her father, with no idea that Malik is in the hospital.  Her therapist told her that she needs to let go of her past, which includes her father who wasn't around for her. She grabs his hand and says that she forgives him. "In the spirit of moving on," he says that he forgives her too, saying that she was a terrible daughter. How is that?! He says that she never bothered to come see him, even though she knows where he lives. After Tasha calls him a "passive aggressive alcoholic roadblock" to her life, Walter states that if it wasn't for him, she wouldn't be the woman she is today! They continue to go back and forth. My thing is this: either you're going to move forward from the past or you're not. That's with friends, family, significant others, whoever! If you can't find it in your heart to try to start fresh, then forgive, but move on with your life!

Back at the hospital, Tee Tee really seems to be the only one who actually cares about Malik's state. Nina comes down, but does an interview beforehand saying that she's carrying Malik's kid. Jason passes cracks saying that they all should expect the worst, and hope for the best, though the worst is probably going to happen. At that moment, Chardonnay comes in, rushing to Jason, thinking that it was him. Jason offers her his jacket since she's obviously freezing in her dress. Right when Chardonnay wants to talk to him about their issues, the policeman comes to question him. He asks her to steal some sugar and creamers for her really quick. Irritated, Chardonnay goes to get them, and then finds Jason's note to Kelly in his pocket, and storms out! Meanwhile, the doctor  comes out with an update saying that he needs to speak to a family member. After Keira gives him her cute little catchphrase, the doctor reveals that Malik is out of surgery, but that's all he can say for now.

At the diner, Tasha and Walter are still arguing. At that moment, Tasha sees on TV that Malik was jumped and is in the hospital. She runs out, and Walter runs after her.

Meanwhile Keira wants to talk to Blue about everything, It was the night that Blue brought Ciara to the photo shoot. She didn't want to lose him, so she lied. Blue realizes after tonight that life is too short, and she didn't want to lose him. Keira tells Jason he should go after Chardonnay. He feels like he's dragging her through the emotional mud all the time. Blue says that beneath it all, he loves Chardonnay, and thinks that Jason needs to stick it out. Jason says that sometimes you need to know when to throw in the towel. At that moment, Tasha shows up asking where her son is!

In Malik's room, Tasha prays over him, saying that God allowed them both to leave the hood and escape this foolishness. She would rather Him take her! Walter prays and apologizes for what he's done, and asks God to take him before his daughter and grandson, and Tasha agrees. At that moment, Malik prays that God will take both of their chatty selves so he can gets some sleep! Malik wakes up, saying take both of their chatty selfs so he can sleep! He's surprised that both of them are even in the same room! I like how this serious episode still had good little quips to lighten the mood!

Tasha goes back to everyone and says that Malik is really banged up, but he's going to be okay! Blue looks over at Jason, telling him that life is too short, and he needs to make up with Chardonnay. Chardonnay is still at the hospital sitting in the car (Jason finds her after he located her phone). He tries to explain the letter to her, but Chardonnay refuses to her him out, believing that he had feelings for Kelly still after all this time. Jason reveals that there were two letters, the one to Kelly, but also one to Chardonnay, which is in the other pocket. He gives it to her to read. To sum it up, Jason says that, for him, it's not an option to leave. He would do anything for her, and wants another chance to be the husband she deserves! Jason even signs it "FORMER football player who brought the city a championship, Jason Pitts," showing that he is giving up his career for her! It was the sweetest moment between the two of them. Ahh love!

Back inside, Keira begins walking out to leave, wanting to let Malik spend time with his family. She wants to head out without Blue. In just one night, Keira had decided that she and Blue cool, but she thinks that they are just getting in each other's way. Maybe it's just bad timing for them, and they should both just focus on their careers. Meanwhile, Malik talks with Tasha, Walter and Tee Tee. The doctor comes in revealing that he will be fine. However, the damage to his arm, is very bad, which means he'll probably have limited mobility in his arm, maybe never regaining full use. The episode ends as Malik, Tasha, Walter, and Tee Tee all take in the news. Malik's a quarterback, so what is going to do now?! This could be turn out to be okay or very bad for Malik. If I was a writer for the show, I would explore how this could make him fall back into alcohol and drugs again to try to get rid of the pain of losing his career. Or maybe having Malik be positive and go after his planned business venture with Tee Tee. Maybe he could fight to try to get his career back regardless. All I know is that even the potential of losing his career will have a HUGE impact on Malik next season!

I absolutely loved this season of The Game! Though I was initially VERY upset with Tia Mowry and Pooch Hall gone, Lauren London and Jay Ellis made up for it! I loved seeing their roller coaster relationship, and think that, for once, BET got it right on that front. We saw Tasha finally come face to face with her issues, and start maturing. Malik did as well! Jason and Chardonnay's relationship grew even through their ups and downs. I think this was a turning point for the series actually. I'm excited now to see Season 7, versus before I was apprehensive. Next season, we'll find out what happens with Malik and his arm, and whether or not his career as a professional football player is over! It's going to be good!

What did you think of this season of The Game?

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9:37:00 AM

Busy last couple of weeks...probably months! Today I launched my official website, BrittanyShawnte.com! The site features my resume and writing clips, as well as personal blog posts, pictures and video, so check it out! With the hustle and bustle of everything, I couldn't get this recap up yesterday, but I couldn't forget about Hollywood Exes! Especially when it's getting GOOD!

I thought I actually missed this episode last week, but I guess VH1 didn't air it. Probably because of the VMAs last week. So picking up from two weeks ago, the girls prepare to go to Park City, Utah, after Shamicka invited them out. Andrea and Shamicka go shopping and hang out, getting to know each other a little bit. They talk about wearing their fur, though Andrea said she told Mayte she wouldn't buy any more fur. The ladies love the fur coats though, and they seem to click very well! Shamicka talks a little about her background growing up in South Central, revealing that she has an alter ego, Shamicka Sherron! She's nice, but don't push her, or she's pushing back! Andrea also informs Shamicka about her problem with Jessica. Drea does want to relax and not be on edge the whole time, so she's hoping to work it out before they leave.


That night, Jessica and Sheree also go shopping for some coats and clothes for the cold weather to come, and, of course, they both go straight for the fur! Sheree asks Jessica how she felt after Nicole's party with Drea being there. Jessica doesn't want to have a confrontation with Drea during the trip. She wants to work things out before the trip as well, which is good! Meanwhile, Mayte goes through her clothes to pack some warm clothes as well. It's the first time she'll be away from Gia, and she doesn't know if she'll be ready. If Mayte wasn't around, she probably wouldn't go. She's scared, but still wants to bond with the girls.

The next day, Jessica reachs out to Drea and they meet up for dinner. They're both wearing the same outfit, so it makes them laugh, easing the tension a little bit. Jessica surprisingly apologizes with no excuses, no explanations. Andrea also apologizes for her part in everything  They both realize that they were arguing over something so small, but, at the end of the day, they both love each other. I'm glad that they were able to push through. Drea knows that at the root of it, Jessica's a good person, and she is learning to change and grow. Drea also talks about her issues with her kids, and traveling back and forth. It's all having a toll on her, and it's clear that it played a part in her conflict with Jessica. Jessica had no idea that she was going through so much. The conversation brings them closer, and now they can go to Park City in a better place!

Later on in the week, the ladies finally arrive in Utah, and head to the lodge! Shamicka has tubing, shopping, and dinner plans for them. The lodge is really, really beautiful! The girls go to claim rooms, but one of the rooms has bunk beds in it. Mayte gets upset, telling Shamicka straight up that she's not sleeping in a bunk! Shamicka even tries to share her room to accommodate Mayte, but Mayte's not having it! Sheree then finds an open space on the top floor but since there is a sofa bed, that's still not good enough for Mayte! Shamicka eventually just switches rooms with the girl. I'm not a fan of bunk beds myself, but Mayte was extremely rude and extra dramatic! Shamicka set this trip up to get everybody together, and here goes Mayte acting up!

That night, Shamicka and Nicole bring out their fur when they go out to dinner. Of course, Mayte goes off, but it's cold! At the end of the day, if the girls want to wear fur, they can wear fur! Shamicka gives attitude right back to Mayte, telling Mayte that it's her choice if she wants to wear fur! It upsets Mayte and she refuses to go out to dinner. Nicole, Sheree, and Shamicka leave out with Mayte, leaving Jessica and Drea to try to calm Mayte down. The other girls are irritated at Mayte, and rightfully so. I understand being down for a cause, but you can't force somebody to believe what you believe. And you definitely can't get mad and throw a tantrum if they go against what you believe. Mayte was beyond childish from the beginning. Mayte eventually goes to dinner with Drea and Jessica, but refuses to sit at the same table with the other ladies. Drea and Jessica stay with her. Nicole calls Jessica to come over, clearly putting her in the middle. Mayte is clearly upset, but the girls are over her immature behavior, Shamicka especially. Jessica and Sheree want Mayte to resolve her differences with Nicole and Shamicka, but Mayte really wants to leave to go home, stating that she's not trying to have a new girl in the group. Seems like from jump Mayte was not feeling Shamicka, and now it's all coming out! Really not feeling her these last couple of episodes!

Check out new episodes of Hollywood Exes on Sunday nights at 10 p.m. only on VH1!

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6:41:00 PM

Kerry Washington looked great on the cover of Glamour for the October issue! Dressed in a pink Diordress, the actress spoke with the magazine about why she chose to keep her relationship a secret, her style game, as well as revealing that her parents disapproved of her career choice (what?!!)!

Check out more from the interview below!

On Keeping Her Personal Life Private

I learned through experience that it doesn’t work for me to talk about my personal life. I’ve had earlier times in my career when I did talk about it. I was on the cover of a bridal magazine [InStyle Weddings, in 2005, when Washington was engaged to actor David Moscow]. But I couldn’t just turn around and say, “I only want to talk about the good stuff, but not the bad stuff.” So I just thought, “OK, no more.”

You even managed to get married in June without anyone knowing.

Absolutely! I’m walking around in the world with my ring. And when people say congratulations, I say thank you. But I’m going to continue to not talk about it and just let it unfold.

It must have been satisfying to pull off a wedding with no press around.

[Laughs.] I don’t want to sound smug about it…but the point is to do what’s best for me. I have girlfriends in this business who talk about their personal lives, and it works for them, and I love it. But not for me.

On If Her Parents Approve Of Her Career ChoiceWhen I said that this is what I wanted to do, my mother literally cried. She didn’t want me to experience all that rejection. They both would have preferred me to have been a lawyer.… [After college] I gave myself a year to make it in acting and was living in my parents’ house teaching beginner’s yoga when I got my first part, in Our Song. Then I got Save the Last Dance.… Now they’re really behind me. And I’m always working. My cousins call me the longshoreman of actors.

On Fashion Being Important to Her Career
OK, I’m going to admit this: There were a couple of actresses whom I felt were having the upper hand careerwise—because they knew how to work that red carpet. I was like, “I’m missing a really important tool. If I am the CEO of the Kerry Washington Corporation, my marketing department is really lax.” So I sort of developed a new character: Red-Carpet Kerry.[...]And I researched her like any other character. I actually called Tracee Ellis Ross [the actress and Diana Ross’s daughter], who’s a good friend, and literally asked, “How do you pronounce Hermès?” Red-Carpet Kerry needed to know.[...]The professor’s daughter kicked in. I was doing library hours on fashion. And then it happened—I was in love.

On Her All White Fashion in “Scandal”
From me and the costume designer Lyn Paolo. And the pants—that Olivia wears pants—that was mine, because I really wanted her to wear the pants in that relationship.

I'm a proud Glamour subscriber, so I can't wait for my issue to get to the house! And, of course, season 3 of Scandal starts back up October 3, officially a month away! Gladiators are you ready?!!

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