“Precious” was definitely the movie of 2009 and we’re not the only ones who seem to think so! The heart-wrenching story of “Precious” based on the novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire is leading the NAACP Image Awards race with eight nominations. The Lee Daniels film has been nominated for “Outstanding Motion Picture”, “Outstanding Independent Film”; supporting actors Mariah Carey, Mo’Nique, Paula Patton and Lenny Kravitz have been nominated for “Outstanding Supporting Actor/Actress in a Motion Picture”. Precious herself actress Gabourey Sidibe has been nominated for “Outstanding Actress  in a Motion Picture”.

Meanwhile, Jay-Z is running the music category with five nominations, including “Outstanding Male Artist”  which he’s competing with Anthony Hamilton, Charlie Wilson, Maxwell and Ne-Yo as well as “Outstanding Album” for The Blueprint 3. Jay’s collaborations with Alicia Keys, Rihanna and Kanye West were also recognized for “Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration”. While, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, India Arie, Mary J. Blige and Whitney Houston are all vying to come out on top as “Outstanding Female Artist”. Toronto native Melanie Fiona, Jeremih and Keri Hilson are going up against each other in “Outstanding Best New Artist” category.

The 41^st NAACP Image Awards honoring diversity in the arts will broadcast live on February 26^th on Fox at 8pm.

See the full list of nominees HERE!

Hollyhood’s weirdest couple Mariah Carey and hubby Nick Cannon gave the papz an eyeful on the red carpet at M2 Ultra Lounge  in NYC where they played host for the night. These two are too lovey-dovey for my liking.

Even inside these two just couldn’t keep their hands off each other! Talk about making love in the club!

Blue-eyed soul brother Robin Thicke rang in the New Year at The Bank Nightclub in Las Vegas with his wife actress Paula Patton.

And when the clock struck 12 Robin laid a big wet one on Paula!

Blue-eyed soul brother Robin Thicke isn’t shy when it comes to dishing about his sex life. During his album release party in NYC earlier this week, Robin revealed to US magazine that his wife actress, Paula Patton was the inspiration behind his new album, Sex Therapy.

“She’s my sex therapist! We had a little bit too much sex therapy this summer, he joked.

And as for preparing for their lil’ bundle of joy, the couple has everything under control. He says,

“We’re preparing the baby room, painting rooms and picking colors. Paula’s kind of got the baby taste in the family. I’m just going to sing to it and cuddle with it and teach it how to play basketball and talk to girls.”

Peep pics from Robin’s “Sex Therapy” Album Release party earlier this week at Butter nightclub in NYC.

Queen Latifah recently sat down with Entertainment Tonight and revealed a few details about her upcoming movie “Just Wright!” starring rapper Common and actress Paula Patton due to hit movie theaters next year. In related news, the Queen’s new album Persona will drop on August 25^th. The album is executive produced by duo Cool and Dre and also features a track produced by N.E.R.D Pharrell Williams.