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Beyoncé pregnancy rumours �confirmed�

Fri, May 17 2013 8:12pm - Source: Music-News.com

Beyoncé Knowles is pregnant with her second child, a source has confirmed.

Q-Tip Plans Studio Time With A Tribe Called Quest Members

Tue, March 19 2013 8:02pm - Source: Rolling Stone

After a 15-year break from recording together, can A Tribe Called Quest kick it again?

Hip-Hop Icon Says Rappers Are Less Homophobic Than Before

Fri, February 22 2013 7:28pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

Hip-hop icon, philanthropist and all-around mogul Russell Simmons sat down with Robert Wolf to discuss his business ideals, the U.S. government and society in an interview with Robert Wolf. As the Human Rights Campaign points out , Wolf asked Simmons -- who has frequently supported lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) causes in the past -- about hip-hop's evolution in the Reuters TV interview, which is part of a Black History Month series.

Russell Simmons -- The Illuminati Doesn't Exist (I'm Rich, I Would Know)

Thu, February 07 2013 8:30am - Source: TMZ

Mega-rich, ultra-successful record producer Russell Simmons says there's ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY no such thing as the Illuminati ... which is EXACTLY what someone in the Illuminati would say!!!!

Russell Simmons -- I Did NOT Hijack Millions From Ex-Biz Partner!

Tue, January 22 2013 9:16pm - Source: TMZ

Russell Simmons is firing back at his ex-business partner's legal threats ... telling TMZ he did NOT siphon off millions of dollars from his sneaker company -- and any accusations otherwise are the workings of a "disgruntled" employee.

Russell Simmons' Biz Partner -- You're Screwing Me Out of MILLIONS

Sun, January 20 2013 3:20pm - Source: TMZ

Russell Simmons ' and Reverend Run 's business partner has declared war on the hip hop moguls -- claiming they've hijacked MILLIONS in profits from their kids shoe company ... and now, he's gearing up to sue.

NYE 2013: Hip-Hop Resolutions From Russell Simmons & Wyclef to B.o.B. & Juicy J

Mon, December 31 2012 8:59pm - Source: The BoomBox

As we prepare for the new year, whether it's with a champagne toast at the club or a quiet night in with the kids, for many of us, New Year's Eve is a time for celebration and reflection.

Russell Simmons -- Stripping Down with New GF ... AND Ex-Wife

Thu, December 27 2012 8:17am - Source: TMZ

Russell Simmons could teach Halle Berry a thing or two about breaking up.

PGA Awards Russell Simmons Producer's Guild 2013 Visionary Award

Tue, December 04 2012 7:03pm - Source: ArtistDirect

The award will be presented to Simmons at the 24th Annual Producers Guild Awards ceremony on Saturday, January 26 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles.

Ben Stein -- I Was Blown Away by NYC's Response to Sandy

Thu, November 01 2012 7:15am - Source: TMZ

Russell Simmons should pipe down -- at least according to Ben Stein , who tells TMZ, he's "very impressed" with Mayor Bloomberg's response to Hurricane Sandy in NYC ... even considering the homeless situation.

Russell Simmons, Zoo Boycott: Music Mogul Compares Animal Attraction to Slavery

Thu, September 20 2012 7:15pm - Source: The BoomBox

Russell Simmons won't be bringing his two children to the zoo or circus anytime soon.

Russell Simmons Responds to Jay-Z

Wed, September 12 2012 6:47pm - Source: ArtistDirect

Russell Simmons responded to Jay-Z about Occupy via an editorial posted at http://globalgrind.com. Below is the entire text, unedited.

Frank Ocean's mother calls her son 'the most incredible human I know'

Thu, July 05 2012 10:30pm - Source: NME

Frank Ocean 's mother has thanked her son's fans who have shown "love and support" after he opened up about his sexuality yesterday (July 4).

Boy George, Russell Simmons speak out in support of Frank Ocean

Wed, July 04 2012 9:58pm - Source: NME

Boy George and Def Jam's Russell Simmons have both spoken out in support of Frank Ocean , who has opened up about his sexuality , suggesting that he is gay or bisexual.

Russell Simmons Issues Statement About Frank Ocean

Wed, July 04 2012 6:40pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

As previously reported , late last night, Frank Ocean whipped up a Tumblr post in which he wrote about a relationship he had with another man when they were both 19, leading the media in general to report that Ocean is either bisexual or gay.

Russell Simmons Supports Frank Ocean

Wed, July 04 2012 5:15pm - Source: ClashMusic.com

Russell Simmons has published a note of support for Frank Ocean after the rapper opened up about his sexuality.

Russell Simmons Compares Israeli-Palestinian Conflict to 'Rap Beef'

Thu, June 21 2012 9:14pm - Source: The BoomBox

To hip hop and fashion mogul Russell Simmons , the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is like "a rap beef" that can be resolved through dialogue and understanding.

Russell Simmons, Rihanna: Mogul Comes to Singer's Defense, Slams Chris Brown Diss Track

Tue, May 15 2012 9:32pm - Source: AOL Music

As reported by The BoomBox , although Rihanna has adopted a blithely unconcerned attitude of late , the "Cockiness" singer has been notably quiet in response to the various barbs thrown her way by her ex , Chris Brown , and sometime beau Drake.

Russell Simmons, Rihanna: Hip-Hop Pioneer Calls Out Drake, Chris Brown

Tue, May 15 2012 7:43pm - Source: The BoomBox

Although Rihanna has adopted a blithely unconcerned attitude of late , the "Cockiness" singer has been notably quiet in response to the various barbs thrown her way by her ex , Chris Brown , and sometime beau Drake.

Will Smith On Taxes: 'No Problem Paying Whatever I Need To Pay'

Wed, May 09 2012 7:13pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

The Fresh Prince just joined the league of rich people who say they want to be taxed more.

Nas, Diddy and Russell Simmons' Child Support Payments Revisited

Tue, May 08 2012 2:55pm - Source: The BoomBox

Supermodel Linda Evangelista and billionaire French businessman Francois-Henri Pinault have reached a settlement in their child support fight over the care of their 5-year-old son.

Tom Murro: N.Y. Fashion Week Is All About the Afterparties

Thu, February 23 2012 11:05pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Music

The "Best in Couture" hit the Big Apple on Thursday Feb. 9, when New York Fashion Week kicked off its Fall 2012 season.

Russell Simmons, Milk Ban: Mogul Wants to 'Pull the Plug' on Drink

Thu, February 09 2012 10:53pm - Source: The BoomBox

Music mogul Russell Simmons wants New York's governor to pull the plug on milk from cows.

Russell Simmons To Cut Fees On His Prepaid Card

Thu, January 26 2012 11:34pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

A little celebrity competition may be good for the prepaid card market.

Beyonce, Diddy, Russell Simmons Design Obama Re-election Swag

Fri, January 13 2012 4:45pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Barack Obama's re-election campaign is starting to get rolling, and some famous people are designing re-election swag, proceeds from which will be donated to Obama's campaign.

Taylor Lautner 'People' Magazine Coming Out Cover A Fake

Tue, December 27 2011 3:12pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

As many hearts were broken as they were mended Monday night when a People magazine cover featuring "Twilight" heartthrob Taylor Lautner coming out was officially ruled a fake.

Russell Simmons Is PETA's Person Of The Year

Mon, December 19 2011 5:29pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

Russell Simmons has been honored by the folks at PETA once again.

Hina P. Ansari: The Lowest of the Lowes

Tue, December 13 2011 4:52pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

When I first caught the premier episode of All-American Muslim it was simply by accident.

Russell Simmons Blasts Lowe's, Supports 'All-American Muslim'

Tue, December 13 2011 4:33pm - Source: The BoomBox

After blasting hardware retailer Lowe's for pulling its ads from 'All-American Muslim,' a TLC reality series that has drawn flack from conservative groups, Russell Simmons took his fight a step further yesterday.

Russell Simmons Takes A Big Stand With His Wallet

Tue, December 13 2011 5:10am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

After Lowes created some open ad time, Russell Simmons filled it in a high profile way.

Russell Simmons Has A Stamp Now

Mon, December 05 2011 5:02pm - Source: Prefix Magazine

But they're still rolling out commemorative sets of stamps, including a new PETA edition that highlights famous vegetarians.

Russell Simmons Appears on PETA Postage Stamp

Wed, November 30 2011 9:10pm - Source: The BoomBox

Russell Simmons has become the first member of the hip-hop community to appear on a postage stamp.

Stars turn out for Heavy D's funeral

Sat, November 19 2011 12:54pm - Source: Daily Express - London - UK

The veteran MC, real name Dwight Arrington Myers, died last week (08Nov11) after collapsing outside his home in Beverly Hills, California.

Russell Simmons Applauds Jay-Z’s OWS Shirts

Thu, November 17 2011 8:40pm - Source: Obscure Sound

Jay-Z 's "Occupy All Streets" t-shirts have come under fire as late, primarily because all the profits are going to Jay-Z himself.

Russell Simmons Defends Jay-Z

Thu, November 17 2011 11:35am - Source: ClashMusic.com

Russell Simmons has leaped to the defence of Jay-Z after a row with Occupy Wall Street.

Russell Simmons Defends Jay-Z's Occupy Wall Street T-Shirts

Thu, November 17 2011 12:17am - Source: Pitchfork Media

In a recent interview with Billboard , Simmons said, "What's wrong with selling goodness? There's nothing wrong with it. It's not the most preferred. In yogi scripture, at least, the highest form of giving is giving without expectation. Selfless. But a lot of people need incentive."

Russell Simmons Backs Constitutional Amendment

Wed, November 16 2011 5:35pm - Source: The BoomBox

Hip-hop mogul and Occupy protest supporter Russell Simmons was in Boston yesterday to introduce a constitutional amendment he says would keep corporations from interfering in American politics.

Katy Perry Visits Occupy Wall Street

Mon, October 24 2011 2:03pm - Source: Rolling Stone

Katy Perry made an appearance at the Occupy Wall Street protest in Manhattan on Saturday.

Russell Simmons Offers To Pay For Occupy Wall Street Cleanup

Fri, October 14 2011 4:39am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

Following an evening of mopping , sweeping and trash collecting, the Occupy Wall Street protesters at Zuccotti Park readied themselves for a Friday morning confrontation with NYPD, preempting city efforts to clean the park and promising to defend their camp against what they suspect is a ploy to ouster them permanently.

Tom Morello plays the Occupy Wall Street protests - video

Thu, October 13 2011 8:13pm - Source: NME

Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine has played a set at the Occupy Wall Street demonstration in Manhattan, New York City. Appearing in his Nightwatchman guise earlier today (October 13), the politically minded guitarist – who appeared at the Occupy Los Angeles demonstration last week – played a number of acoustic tracks and led the protestors in a singalong to Woody Guthrie 's 'This Land Is Your Land'.

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