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Big Boi Disses George W. Bush -- Say What!

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Big Boi commented on George W. Bush's recent claim that Kanye West's criticism was the low point of his presidential career. "Man, everybody knows that's bulls--t," Big Boi said. "There were so many other things going on besides him going and taking out the whole Saddam Hussein family, not catching the Taliban, to the gas prices going up to the economy going into the s--tter....so to say that Kanye West's comment was his low point, everybody knows that's some bulls--t...[Would I apologize if I were Kanye?] F--k no. I wouldn't apologize for nothing." Not mad. [HardKnockTV]

Know who hates all this snow? 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' alum Dina Manzo. "I have to say I freakin HATE snow," she tweeted. "Does nothing but cause problems & put people I love in danger. It should only snow in the mountains." There has to be a way to make it stop smoking in non-mountainous regions, right scientists? Can we pollute the ocean more or something?!? [@DinaManzo]

However, 'Jersey Shore' star Snooki, surprisingly, loves a "snowparty" "Still up and enjoying this snow storm!! #snowpartyallnight," Snickers tweeted. "Ahhh the reindeer are getting burried Wahhh! Poor things." That girl loves to party. [@Sn00ki]

Rihanna and Matt Kemp Split

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Rihanna has split with her beau of almost a year, Matt Kemp. USWeekly quotes a source saying the reason for the breakup was the singer's "crazy travel schedule."

"Matt's sick of always following after her like a puppy dog all over the world," the source told the magazine. "He wants something more normal."

Kemp, an outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, began dating the 22-year-old after her disastrous and very public relationship with Chris Brown, that ended with his infamous assault on her in 2008. In comparison, Rihanna called her relationship with Kemp "so easy" and "my peace."

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Nicki Minaj Graces Cover of KING Magazine

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Nicki Minaj's rising popularity has landed the animated rhymer on the cover of KING magazine's March/April issue, showing off some of her most talked about assets.

The 'Pink Friday' rap star graces the front of the men's publication, dressed in a black lace bra and high-waisted undies. While loyal supporters know Minaj more for her kooky facial gestures, here she sports a piercing gaze sans a smile. In her interview, the 'Moment 4 Life' performer dishes about moving from behind the microphone to the silver screen.

"I'd like to play someone in a Tim Burton movie, where I get dressed up and painted and crazy," she reveals. Not a far cry for a woman who wears rainbow-colored wigs on the regular.

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Teena Marie Remembered by the R&B Foundation

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As the outpouring of words continues for late soul singer Teena Marie, The Rhythm & Blues Foundation looks back on one of her great achievements. Marie was the recipient of the R&B Foundation's 2008 Pioneer Award, which recognized her as "a true pioneer of R&B music and a musical bridge builder."

"She brought people from all walks of life together under the banner of soulful, heartfelt music," said R&B Foundation Chairman Damon Williams. The voice behind songs like 'Square Biz' and 'Lover Girl,' Marie was called the "female Rick James" by former Motown Records Vice President Iris Gordy, and later duet with James on the song 'Fire and Water.'

"Teena was a thoughtful, insightful and incredibly sensitive artist who approached life like a knowing soul who had truly 'been here before." Gordy said. "Always a fearless songwriter and producer, Teena possessed a uniquely recognizable vocal style. Her artistic light will remain incredibly bright. She was much loved and will be missed beyond measure."

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Teyana Taylor Denies Nude Photos Circulating Internet

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Since Teyana Taylor's appearance on Kanye West's 'Dark Fantasy,' the Harlemite has been a hot topic of conversation, which may be the reason why a former friend wants to sabotage her.

On Tuesday (Dec. 28), several photos of a scantily clad Taylor appeared on tabloid website MediaTakeOut.com. The images showcase the songstress puckering up for the camera while dressed in nothing but undergarments. In one snapshot, the 'Google Me' performer wears a red, animal-print bra; in another, she's seen thrusting her torso upwards as she steadies herself in stilettos on a bed.

The most shocking of the three photos is one in which a woman, which Taylor denies is her, contorts her nude body on a bed. Although the woman's nether regions are blurred out in the image, her face, which bears a similar resemblance to that of Taylor's, can be partially seen.

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Beyonce Named a Top-Earning Celebrity in 2010

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Someone you might not expect on Forbes' list of Top-Earning Celebrities in 2010 is Judge Judy, who rounded out the top 20. But, Judy's $45 million income is only half of what Beyonce earned in 2010. The 'Halo' singer came in at No. 9 after earning $87 million.

Beyonce was the only music industry professional to crack the list's top 10. Oprah Winfrey, who is in the final season of her daytime talk show after 25 seasons and 4,400 episodes, earned the No.1 spot with a 2010 income of $315 million. Apart from golf pro Tiger Woods, who earned $105 million and the No. 5 spot, the rest of the top 10 was made up of Hollywood directors that included James Cameron, Tyler Perry, Michael Bay, Jerry Bruckheimer, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas.

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Foxy Brown Fails to Show Up for 'Christmas Massacre'

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Earlier this month, Foxy Brown announced plans to unveil the Lil' Kim diss 'Christmas Massacre' at a concert in Brooklyn on Christmas Eve. Flyers for the performance hailed Foxy's single as "the most anticipated response since Jay Z's 'Takeover," yet unfortunately all that "anticipation" went for naught when Foxy failed to show up at her holiday performance, and her 'Christmas Massacre' never made its way to the 'Net.

Though her absence went largely unnoticed by the blogosphere, Foxy still felt the need to defend her failure to appear via Twitter. "Still grieving the loss of someone special & dear to me," she explained. "I'd like to personally apologize for the confusion and venue changing of the beautiful 'Christmas In Brooklyn' party. Although the confusion fell far beyond my control, my responsibility and concern is to my fans and family; my priority. As I always say ... the Devil's at his busiest when ur about to get busy."

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