Beyonce is rumored to be considering a film remake of the Whoppi Goldberg featured flick ‘Sister Act’ !
According to Britain’s Daily Mail, sources say the “Sasha Fierce’ diva has been in talks with Disney over a 2011 remake:
“Beyonce has asked her representatives to persuade Disney to develop the show into a film vehicle for her,” says the source.
“If this comes to pass, she would take on, in musical form, the part Whoopi Goldberg creates in the 1992 ‘Sister Act’ film, although the stage version moves the action from the West Coast to Philadelphia.”
Sister Act, released in 1992, spawned a sequel titled “Back In The Habit” which featured burgeoning star Lauryn Hill.
Let’s be honest though… Beyonce as a nun … come on now !
If you are a diehard fan of Whitney Houston now is the time for you to enter for a chance to visit her listening party!
According to Houston’s official website, fans can enter to attend Houston’s album listening party set to take place July 21 in New York or July 23 in Los Angeles !
To enter all you have to do is send an email and answer the question “Why should Whitney “Look To You” for a special listening session… in 50 words or less. But you must enter by July 13.
Click Here for more information and the email address!
Houston’s long anticipated album “I Look To You” is due in stores September 1.
Lil Wayne has scrapped a planned seven date outing in Europe after falling ill.
According to a release issued recently, Wayne has been ordered by a doctor to rest and thus will not be able to reschedule the tour, which was to make stops in Denmark and London.
Sending his regards to fans, Wayne’s prepared statement reads:
“Lil Wayne extends an apology to his fans for the short notice of this postponement But looks forward to returning for the performances and visitation with his fans.”
At this time, fans are asked to hold on to their tickets and wait for revised concert dates.
Lil Wayne is also booked for an over 20 date US tour that runs from July 27 - August 23rd. At this time those dates remain scheduled.
Known for hit singles including Vivrant Thing, Hip Hop artist Q-Tip is poised for a comeback with “Kamaal The Abstract” this fall.
Teaming with Battery Records, Tip’s latest effort comes after months of record related politics and struggle with obtaining a release at Arista Records.
According to Battery REcords Senior Vice President, Neil Levine, Q-Tip’s new album is more contemporary than first recorded.
“Q-Tip is a true visionary and ahead of his time,” says Levine.
“These songs are more contemporary now than when they were first recorded”.
Kamaal The Abstract is set for release September 15.
The ongoing investigation into the shocking death of Michael Jackson is going federal according to Los Angeles based sources close to the LAPD.
In an update issued earlier today, sources say the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is now stepping in to assist investigators with potential doctors and drug use. Furthermore, it appears the DEA will be able to assist with illicit drug manufacuterers and substances police may be unfamiliar with.
Since Jackson’s unfortunate death last week, there has been much speculation over an alleged prescription drug abuse situation with everyone from Jackson’s nurse to an attorney and friends claiming the King of Pop had been taking several drugs including painkillers.
Jackson died last Thursday, June 25 after experiencing complications with cardiac arrest. He was 50
Fresh off his performance at the BET Awards and signing to Lil Wayne’s Young Money, Drake is out with a video for “Best I Ever Had”.
Reportedly lensed with the help of Kanye West, Drake’s video finally adds an image to the song that has been buzzing for months. Drake’s debut album is due in stores later this year, under Young Money/Universal.
Mariah Carey is very convincing as a man in the soon-to-be released music video for “Obsessed”.
Donning the above outfit and a more casual jumpsuit/sweat suit type outfit, Carey is clearly taking aim at her nemesis (eminem)…ouch. While the video is in a “coming soon” state, we’ve got a look at a few behind the scenes shots! Watch below and listen out for a few on set jokes including “she really walks like a dude”.
“Obsessed” comes from Mariah Carey’s forthcoming album “Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel” due August 25.
Despite his representatives claiming that he was never booked to perform a tribute to Michael Jackson at the BET Awards, some believe Chris Brown is fuming with the network.
“He’s furious,” a pal of the singer told NY Daily News. “BET asked him to perform and waited until the last minute to tell him it was off. He’s pretty shocked and outraged right now.”
Brown’s presence was missed at the show however, there was allegedly debate over the fact that he had plead guilty to assaulting Rihanna nearly a week before the show. Other rumors floating around include Jay Z allegedly threatening to pull his performance from the show and concerns from advertisers including CoverGirl.
Both BET and Chris Brown’s management say there is no truth to these rumors.
