Seal & Heidi's NYC Stroll

Seal and his wife Heidi Klum were seen in New York City as reported by JEZEBEL. Seal has a new oldies tribute album named "Soul" coming out which you can read up on here and here.

(You gotta love those sky-high Christian Louboutin boots!) UPDATE: Apparently Seal dressed up as Barack Obama for Halloween. Did you notice the matching Obama pins they have on? Pink is The New Blog has additional photos of the twosome.

photo: Splash via Jezebel.

Random Thoughts:

Mary J Blige and Coco (Ice-T's wife) are wearing my latest shoe crush - Christian Louboutin Bloody Mary ankle boots.

-sigh!-

I'm seriously loving this new Eric Benet song called "The Hunger." BET J's Soul Sessions has this song in constant rotation much to my own satisfaction! Check it out...

"Hunger" is the second single off Eric's current album, "Love & Life." Loves it!

I spotted this recent photo of D. Woods over at Fresh & Fab. The former Danity Kane singer has on red and black African-inspired leggings from American Apparrel's Afrika collection. Bloggers have since criticized the new American Apparel's collection for its controversial ad campaign.

Grab the high-waisted leggings for $34.95.

What's Halloween without MJ's hit "Thriller"?! Can you believe those jeans Ola Ray has on in the video came back into fashion as the fall trend - cropped jeans??! Style reinvents itself indeed...

photos: WIREIMAGE/BEYONCEWORLD/GOOGLE IMAGES

Anyhow do enjoy the video flashback...

Read up on the Thriller Era over at this fan-site!

Afro/Naija News:

• Africans say 'no deal' to $14 million movie studio. [Yahoo]
  
• MJ says no to Jackson 5/Janet reunion. [Billboard]
  
• Get to know ShoutAfriKa. [MYSPACE]

Carmen Ejogo at "007" London Premiere + Updates on Akon & Boris

Carmen Ejogo and her husband Jeffrey Wright attended the London premiere of the latest Bond film, "Quantum of Solace" at the Odeon Leiceter Square on Thursday night. Jeffrey also appeared in the 2006 Bond film, "Casino Royale." Check out that Obama pin Jeffrey has on. Celebrity fashion designer Ozwald Boateng was also at the premiere...

"Quantam of Solace" trailer

I'm definitely looking forward to the new Bond film. Do expect to see these two on the red carpet this Fall thanks to Jeffery's role in "Cadillac Records."

photos: AP/GETTY

I just heard Akon's new song with Lil' Wayne and Young Jeezy called "I'm So Paid" on the radio and now there's a video premiere floating on the blogosphere. Akon's upcoming album, "Freedom" will be in stores on December 2nd. Check it out...

Boris Kodjoe and his wife Nicole Ari Parker were seen at the HollyRod event last night in Atlanta. (Thanks Natasha!) The HollyRod Foundation-sponspered event was hosted by actress Holly Robinson Peete in support of the style trends from designer Kevan Hall. The couple took photos with Essence Atkins (remember her from "Smart Guy"?!)

I see him flaunting his wedding ring--aww!
photos: Exclusive Access

Random Thoughts:
My shoe crush goes to these black pointy-toe shoes from Manolo Blahnik as worn by Ashley Olsen and Thandie Newton. Fashion blog/FG2BH friend Favored Fashion Fix is not helping my situation (copyright T.I.) ...lol!

-sigh!-

October just breezed right through, didn't it? What a month it has been!
Do you guys have any Naija/Ghana films that you think I should see? I had my eyes on "A Piece of My Flesh" and "Tomorrow Must Wait."

Afro/Naija News:

• Nadia Burai and long-time boyfriend Michael Essien set to wed in December. [Linda Ikeji]
  
  
• Traditional Nigerian wedding of Seun and Raji. [Gistmaster]
  
  
• Nas explains why Hip-Hop doesn't come to Africa. [Ariztos]
  
  
• Alek Wek and Sade serves up a smile and a wink for "ID" magazne. [In A Word...Fab]

Got IT Better - Thandie or Emma?

This pink silk ruffle Matthew Williamson dress was worn by Thandie Newton and Emma Rigby recently.

Thandie first wore it first at the "Run Fat Boy Run" Los Angeles premiere with black Christian Louboutin heels.

Emma had on the same dress at the 2008 National Television Awards with black Sergio Rossi slingbacks.

Both ladies completed their look with black heels...and they have the same hairstyle going on. This is a tough one but Thandie wins it for me!

Get the look for less...

1. Diane von Furstenberg silk faile wrap dress, $425.
2. Rebecca Taylor V Neck Ruffle dress, $147.50.
3.Adrianna Papell Ruffle Halter dress, $198.

Vote for the winning look....

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Djimon & Kimora at STK + News

Djimon Hounsou and girlfriend Kimora Lee Simmons were spotted outside STK steakhouse in Hollywood last night. If you look closely you'll notice his CK boxers. Oops did I just say that out loud ...LOL!

Photos: FAME via FYB

While reading the October 28th edition of "Metro" newspaper, I stumbled across this one interesting photo. Before I even got to the photo caption, my eyes popped at the man's hairstyle! Now that's a fan/stan!

Yaya Toure, with the word "Obama" shaved into his head, hands out "Obama" t-shirts and pamphlets to residents in the Ivory Coast, Africa. "I know that people from the Ivory Coast don't vote in the U.S., but it's a way for me to explain to them who [Obama] is," Toure said.

source: Metro NY

In my spare time I've been reading Dr. Ben Igwe's latest novel called "Against The Odds." so you already know I had to make this book - FG2BH's Book to Know! Here's the summary straight from publisher African Hertiage Press:

Undaunted by hardship, a determined widow, Uridiya, arranges a wife of her choice for her western-educated only son. Hardly did she know that her son, Jamike, had fallen in love and gone ahead to marry a foreigner against her wish and the expectations of his village and its
people. In a show of love, loyalty and commitment he rejects the arranged wife to the disappointment of his mother and the community. Can his defiance succeed against all odds?

Set in an Igbo village in Eastern Nigeria from the late 1950's to early 1970's and in the United States in the early 1970's, the author adroitly and sympathetically handles the powerlessness of the widow in rural
African societies and the generosity of the human heart in altruistic people who give so that individuals and society may benefit. It addresses with candor and sensitivity the problems of race, human sexuality, cultural disengagement and the role of love in blurring the 'color line.' Against the Odds is an evocative story with spellbound intensity.

I laughed at Jamike wrapping up a long oversized belt around his tiny waist at the age of 12. I smiled at the momentary silence Jamike received when he said he was married already. His poor mother! The story is a great read for all and I highly recommend it to all FG2BH readers!

photo: African Heritage Press

UPDATE: Check out Seal's tribute to Obama called 'A Change Gonna Come.'

Seal has a tribute album named "Soul" coming out on November 11th. Check out the official cover artwork for the album below.

Seal on what to expect on "Soul":

"Someone once said '...the album will sound like the time you had making it'... Never before has it been as true as in the process of recording this record," Seal said. "Although David and I had been acquaintances before, we'd never quite managed to work together. Upon doing so, I was quick to realize that I was in the presence of true greatness. I've worked with a lot of producers before, but never have I come across anyone as naturally gifted and knowledgeable as David. If you are fortunate enough to have that combination, then you find that the album-making process tends to go very swiftly, making this the smoothest and most enjoyable album I have ever made. And if you are exceptionally fortunate, you find yourself also having made a great friend. I cannot thank him enough."

spotted at Star Pulse.


Random Thoughts:
Tuesday was video premiere day for T.I., Rihanna, Mariah Carey and Christina Aguilera.

"Keeps Gettin' Better"

"Live Your Life"

"I Stay In Love"

Which videos did you love or not?

Speaking of music, are you checking for new music from Akon? His upcoming album, "Freedom" drops on December 2nd.

Check out the behind the scenes action taken from Akon's "I'm So Paid" video set...

Nick from World Star Hip-Hop posted up this news clip of the world's oldest woman. The South African lady is -drumrolls please- 134 years old!

A great deal has been made over this photo composite of Iman then and now:

photo: TMZ

I say the woman aged gracefully!

My fashion crush of the moment - Yves Saint Laurent platform tribute pumps! Heidi Klum, Jennifer Lopez, and Ashley Olsen have worn these gray suede pumps in the past.

-sigh!-

Is it a crime to NOT wear a traditional Afro/Naija outfit at a wedding?!

Did you know that Tyler Perry's current girlfriend Gelila Bekele is from Ethiopia? Jamati recently placed her on their top 10 Sexiest African women in 2008 list.

The scans I posted up with Idris Elba, Sophie Okonedo and Oluchi had to be taken down. Sorry for any misunderstandings!

DISCLAIMER: all random thoughts are meant in good humor!

Afro/Naija News Update:

• Get ready for L'Uomo Vogue - the African edition. [The Cut]
  
• Michelle O's $337 J. Crew outfit at Leno. [Mrs. Grapevine]
  
• One-of-a-kind Cabbage Patch dolls made for McCain, Palin, Obama, and Biden. [PopEater]
  
• Top 10 Sexiest African Men in 2008. [Jamati]
  
• Angel Lola Luv in Ace Hood's "Ride" video. [World Star Hip-Hop]
  
• Stephanie Okereke's latest film premiere in L.A. [Ladybrille]
  
• New music from Lemar: "Hello Heartbreaker". [SoulBounce]
  
• Wale feat. Duffy: "Warwick Avenue (Mikey Mike Remix)" [OkayPlayer]
  
• Diddy gets his twin girls into the political hoopla. [Urban-Hoopla]

Estelle - "Come Over (Remix)" Video

One of FG2BH's faves Estelle collaborated with Sean Paul on the remix of her current single, "Come Over" from her album, "Shine." The chemistry between them made the Lil' X-directed video worthwhile. There's even a cameo from her good friend Kardinal Offishal who appear in her "Pretty Please" video. So far the two-time MOBO Awards winner Estelle release the singles "Pretty Please", "American Boy", "Wait A Minute (Just A Touch)", "No Substitute Love" off her current record.

click here if you can't see the video.

Check out the following behind-the-scenes clip taken from the "Come Over (Remix)" set below.

click here if you can't see the video.

If you're keeping with Estelle, the Supa Dups-produced track "Come Over" is her fifth UK single and "Come Over" is her second American song. Next up for Estelle is a national tour with Gym Class Heroes and The Roots from October 3rd and November 1st, according to Pitch Fork Media.

Estelle has her huge hit "American Boy" with Kanye West to thank for her two recent MOBO Awards. FG2BH's fave Brit import (with her Homeschool Records boss John Legend) walked the red carpet in a strapless Giles dress.

photos: GETTY/WIREIMAGE/JONN-LEGEND.NET

LKTD 2008

Cape’ wegghh !! Tulank gw pd pegel.. Dikerjaen trz td,, gmn gk gempor ??

Jd,, gw khand panitia LKTD di vhr Suvanna dipa,, tgl 18-19… Kmrn sieh qt msh oke2” ajahh… Cm materi2” ajh dr Mr. Buyung Wahab,, dikidt2” ada game nyah.. Walaupun rada gk jebo gt.. hho ho^^ Gw datenk palink telat !! Acara mulai jam 15.00.. Scara gw jd panitia,, hrz nya dtg jam 13.00 donx ?? Inieh nggk,, malah gw datenk jam 16.00.. Gila llo !!

Malem nyahh,, dilanjutin materi lg abiz break… T’akhir acara foto b’sama.. Gw minta foto barenk khand ma Mr. itoeh.. Ehh,, dikongek ma anak2” Unila !! Mlzzzzz gw.. Gk apa2” lha,, PD woyy !! Trz disuruh tidur,, gmn mo tidur ?? panass nyahh ujubillah !! Akhirnyah qt org gosip2” ajah di luar.. Bru skitar jam 2.00 gt bru tidur. Itoe jg bkn tidur di kamar,, tidur gelar karpet qt org !! Ko deny ngoceh2”..
“woy, disini qt jgn tidur dlo !! klo tidur mending di rumah ajah..” katanyah..
Eh,, tauk2” dy tidur dluann ?? dipanggil2”, gk nyahudt lg.. Hha ha ha^^

Trz pagi2” nyah pd ngantux !! Wkt meditasi itoe,, peserta pd tidoer !! Hha ha^^ paragghh !! Biz toe outbond qt di Sukadanaham.. Pd gak mao mandi,, dingin !! Jd lgsg deh berangkat !! Tauk2” baru sbntar nyampe di sana,, ada ujan.. Yahh,, becex dehh. Gw lgsg lari ke villa,, tp byk jg sieh yg msh di luar, kehujanan lha dy org.. Pd basah dah.. Sendal udah kena tanah smua,, udh kayak di sawah.. Trz game,, gila2”an.. Weizz,, seru lha tp..

Pulank nyahh,, qt ke vhr lg.. Ksh pesan & kesan, apa lha itoe.. Org2” DPP pd baliqq ke Jakarta,, bye2”… Pas dijemput nyokap,, ngoceh2” deh nyokap gw..
“Koqq kotor2”an gni ?? Duuhh,, byk virus deh !!”
“gpp, Mi !! Kotor itoe baiqq !! hha ha”

Foto Model Sexy Cantik Sekali

Foto cewek cakep Model Sexy Cantik Sekali

Riya Sen sizzles on the Ramp for Ranna Gill

Gorgeous Riya sen walks the ramp for Ranna gill

The Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week got its first touch of Bollywood as Riya Sen walked the ramp for Ranna Gill. Riya sashayed down the ramp wearing a heavily embelished skirt and heavy necklace. The Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week got its first touch of Bollywood as Riya Sen walked the ramp for Ranna Gill. Riya sashayed down the ramp wearing a heavily embelished skirt and heavy necklace. Ranna Gill’s collection called ‘Nirvana’ complete with brights, vivid colours. The dresses were very wearable and had a variety. There were dresses for daily wear and for special evenings.
Nirvana will appeal to the hip and young across the globe. It is a versatile and smart collection that will garner popular appeal,” Gill told IANS. “This collection is all about colours and femininity with interesting bead work and my signature style-print,” she added. Elegance was contrasted with muted colour palette of teal blue, mustard, off whites, cherry, grape and rose pink. The eveningwears with not so over the top shimmer and geometric motifs are eclectic piece of art. However, the focus around the neck and back exhibits the finer nuances of designing. As for the material, Gill mostly used jersey fabric, linen and emphasized crystals. Gill’s outfits start at Rs.4,500 and go higher as the detailing and work increases.