So what’s a girl to do when she’s missing a key essential to her outfit? She finds a way or makes one–and that’s exactly what supermodel Tyra Banks did yesterday for Roberto Cavalli at French Vogue’s 90 Anniversary Party in Paris. Tyra needed a mask for the “Masquerade” theme party so she went out and purchased some cheap fishnet stockings and made her own. She shared her “Lady Gaga-esque” DIY project with her fans on Twitter.

Although, Tyra’s mask isn’t designer, I think she did a pretty good job. But, if ya ask me she kinda looks like Spider Man.

So, is Miss Banks “STR8 STYLIN’ or WILDIN’”?

Earlier this week, we reported that Lil Kim threw a few shots at her imitator aka Nicki Minaj’s way. Well, yesterday while performing in at Webster Hall in NYC, the Queen Bee had a few more words for the Barbie and got a lil’ help from Brandy’s baby brother Ray J. Being the media whore that he is, Ray J hopped on stage and instigated the whole thing calling Nicki out to which Kim responded,

“We love ‘em. We love ‘em. We just want them to pay homage, so we can all ride together that’s all. It’s all about respect. You respect me. I respect you. If you don’t respect me, then fuck you!”

Peep the video…

WOW!

Honestly, when I first saw the video of Kim throwing shots at Nicki I thought it was a dumb move, but this is the perfect time for the Queen Bee to make her return. The rap world was just waiting for the Notorious K.I.M. to launch an attack at the Young Money wannabe and I for one want them to battle it out on a track. Realtalk, for all those talking about Nicki Minaj can flow better than Kim, y’all are obviously on drugs ’cause Kim will eat her silicone injected a$$ for dinner!

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On Wednesday night, Diddy celebrated the release of his “Diddybeats” headphones at the W hotel in NYC with a few friends including business partner Dr. Dre, comedian Tracy Morgan, Interscope Records exec Jimmy Iovine and a few other folks. However, we couldn’t help but notice that Diddy’s PYT Cassie was M.I.A. While Cassie was probably off somewhere trying to find another way to revive her career, another chick was throwing the booty at her man…literally! Don’t believe us? Peep the pic below…

Either Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger had a bit too much Ciroc in her system or her and Diddy have a lil’ thing going on. Honestly, it’s actually quite possible that they’re messing around–they do have history together as they collaborated on Diddy’s track “Come to Me” off his 2006 release “Press Play”.  Nicole was definitely backing it up on Diddy and by the look on his face–his horny a$$ enjoyed it! Peep Diddy’s hand on her shoulder, we’ve seen him do that before…

Does this pic ring a bell?

Diddy is just like a squirrel…always trying to get a nut!

Anywhoo, check out these flicks from the party…

After finding out how much bread American Idol judge Simon Cowell rakes in every week,  Mr. “Can’t stop, Won’t stop” aka Diddy is gunning for dude’s job.

“I have been fronting all this time, trying to act like I don’t want that spot. [But] I spoke to Simon’s business manager, and I found out how much that boy makes a week. I am praying right now to ‘American Idol. I want everybody to get on Twitter, MySpace, Facebook and say that Diddy should get the Simon spot — but for the same amount of money that Simon was getting, else it’s a deal-breaker.”

Diddy wants Simon’s job…well his paycheck so bad that he’s practically begging for it. WOW!

“I’m tired of being cool: That number that Simon was getting a week is ridiculous. I can’t even be cool with that. Please, can I have the job, whoever’s in charge of giving that job? There’s no negotiating the contract. Just change the name on the check, and I’ll be there. More money, no more problems. Them days is over, baby. Let’s go.”

We all know Diddy is all about his benjamins and I could really see him on the judging panel, but there’s obviously a reason why American Idol bosses haven’t called his a$$ yet. Realtalk, they made Ellen a judge–what does she know about music? My point exactly! American Idol is not ready for Diddy and his take that, take that attitude!

Here’s Ciara’s new video for her first single “Ride” featuring Ludacris off her upcoming album Basic Instinct. CiCi has finally gotten off her Hollywood tip and is trying to take it back to her Hollyhood roots with this album, but is it too late?! There really isn’t much to say about the video other than Ciara definitely shows us the way she “rides” the beat.

ON DECK or OFF DECK?!

Vibe recently caught up with Hip-hop’s Barbie Nicki Minaj and chopped it up a bit about her “Massive Attack” video, her music and of course the haters. According to Nicki, instead of spending time hating on her, these hating a$$ b*tches could actually learn a thing or two from her. Really? *blank stare*

She says,

“You should be happy I’m here even though I’m showing you bitches how to do it. When people there is one person getting shine it makes them feel unhappy with themselves, the small minded people feel unhappy. The intelligent girls take the things that they like from me and my journey and apply it to their journey.  If I had it my way that’s what they’d all do.” Adding, “Everyone is not going to like Nicki Minaj. Everyone’s not going to like the way I look or what I do but I think if you’re smart you’d take from me and figure out why everyone is talking about me. I don’t think they know how to express that so they express it anger, jealousy and hatred.”

Peep the clip…

A co-sign from Lil Wayne will get anyone to talk about you Nicki. Honestly, I’m still not impressed with Miss Barbie. Call me a hater, but every time I think she’s going to deliver–she doesn’t! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Nicki’s flow is like bad sex…you can never get an orgasm.

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Don’t expect Nas and Kelis to kiss and make up–ever!  Apparently, Kelis doesn’t ever want to give Nas another taste of her milkshake! According to TMZ, the singer has filed papers asking the court to speed up their divorce. In court documents filed last week, Kelis said, “it would be in the best interest of both of us if our marital status is terminated as soon as possible”. Apparently, Kelis is worried that legal proceedings will take years to figure out, so she’s asking the judge give her a divorce ASAP and to deal with “all other issues” later. Looks like there really isn’t a chance for these two ’cause Kelis is really “over” Nas. She stated,

“I believe there is no possibility of reconciliation with [Nas].”

Damn…Nas got Kelis begging for a divorce! He must have really did her dirty ’cause this is turning into one messy a$$ divorce. R. Kelly said it best, “When a woman’s fed up, it ain’t nothing you can do about it”.

Straight out of Brooklyn…Flatbush to be exact is singer/songwriter Terrell Howard who embodies all the key elements needed to succeed in today’s grueling music industry–determination, dedication and direction. Terrell began honing his craft at an early age. He attended the Professional Performing Arts H.S. in NYC, while receiving vocal training at the prestigious Julliard. After graduating from high school, Terrell was accepted to Berklee College of Music, however he turned them down and went on to pursue his dream–signing a deal with Arista Records. Although Terrell was released from Arista, he didn’t let that deter him. Terrell went on to create his own imprint,  Hitbox Music and has worked with a slew of the music industry’s all-stars including Usher, Slim of 112, Missy Elliot, and Sean Garrett to name a few. Terrell describes his sound as being “likened to the “real singers” of R&B including, Charlie Wilson, Aaron Hall and R. Kelly, bringing back the 90s sound, while incorporating edgy lyrics.”

He’s been featured on Power 105.1′s “New NY” unsigned hype segment, “On Deck” with Jovonn “The Last Don” and not to mention he’s also got the backing of Cavi, one of the flyest contemporary menswear lines worn by some of your favorite celebrities including Jay-Z!

Check out Terrell’s hot track “Siren”…

For all our ATL readers, Terrell will be doing his thing LIVE at BMI’s “Unsigned Urban Showcase” at Havana Club tomorrow!

For more information on Terrell Howard, check him out on www.terrellhoward.com, MySpace, or follow him on Twitter!

While the world may be going gaga for Lady Gaga, legend Grace Jones isn’t a fan of the pop star. When asked how she felt about the singer, she told UK’s Guardian newspaper,

“I really don’t think of her at all. I go about my business. Adding, “Well, you know, I’ve seen some things she’s worn that I’ve worn, and that does kind of piss me off,”

Apparently, Lady Gaga desperately wanted to collaborate with Miss Jones—but she turned her down with the quickness.

“Yes, she did, but I said no,” Grace said. “I’d just prefer to work with someone who is more original and someone who is not copying me, actually.”

Grace kept it real funky, but I wonder how she feels about Rihanna? And Akon is a dummy if he thinks Lady Gaga’s swag is original ’cause it’s pretty evident where she gets her inspiration from. Need a reminder?…

I think this says it all…

While Katy Perry has BFF Rihanna planning her bachelorette party, fiance comedian Russell Brand is trying to top her shindig by enlisting Hip-Hop’s finest Jay-Z and Kanye West to throw his bachelor bash. And according to Kanye, he and Jay are going all out for the British comic–big pimpin’ baby! He tells More magazine,

“I think we’ll start in New York at Jay-Z’s club for a night or two, then take Jay’s private jet over to Vegas. We’re inviting Simon Cowell, so we’re going to have a choice of private jets!.”

Ya already know Russell’s bash is definitely going to have all the money, cash, and hoes!

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