Is Tyrese a fake baller?
TMZ.com released court documents showing singer Tyrese Gibson made just under $1 million in 2008. Subtract the IRS’ lion’s share and subtract the cash his manager and business manager received, and Tyrese probably cleared about $200,000. Out of that, his baby mama gets about 6 Gs a month in child support. And don’t forget he’s probably supporting the next groupie and her family. So it’s safe to say Tyrese is living check to check like you and me.
When will these celebrities learn that behind every hawt looking groupie is a divorce attorney waiting to get a cut of his profits?
From TMZ.com:
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Tyrese Gibson made just shy of a million bucks last year. His soon-to-be-ex-wife? Not so much.
According to docs just released in their ongoing divorce, Tyrese Gibson pulled in an estimated $77,946 per month in 2008 ($935,352 annually — we used a calculator too). Norma Gibson made an estimated zilch.
Tyrese and Norma are still battling over support. He currently pays $6,230 a month.
The docs also reveal Tyrese owns two cars (a Bentley and a Land Rover), a house in Temecula, Calif., and two small production companies.
Mrs. Gibson’s assets are listed simply as “paintings” and “jewelry.”
PICS: Remy Martin Private Dinner @ Whiskey Blue
L to R: DeVyne Stephens, rapper Nas, songwriter Sean “The Pen” Garrett, Catherine Brewton, Sr. Vice president of BMI, and super producer Jazze Pha
Nas, left, and Dallas Austin
As most of you ATLiens know, a big film festival is in town all this week. So Atlanta is crowded with celebs and industry execs from all over this nation. We’re happy to have them here and we hope they spend all their money to help boost our ailing economy!
Remy Martin held a very private dinner at the elegantly appointed, intimate new spot called Whiskey Blue in the Penthouse at the fabulous W Hotel last night. When I tell you that every caliber of star was there, I am not exaggerating. Here are a few of the big names who would not allow themselves to be photographed last night: LA Reid, Young Jeezy, Steve Harvey, Jason Geter, and they say Diddy also stopped through, but I can’t confirm that.
Let me tell you about the spot: Whiskey Blue is located on the top floor of the W Hotel. Whiskey Blue is so ultra private that the corporate policy is NO photographers inside! So you will likely never see pictures from inside this spot again. The only reason celebrity photographer Prince Williams of ATLPICS.net got in last night is because he’s Prince Williams. He’s got it like that. He’s a professional and he’s on a first name basis with everybody who is anybody. But check out the pics from Whiskey Blue since you and I will probably never get in to see it in person.
Super producer Tricky Stewart and a guest
Dallas Austin and Catherine Brewton
l to r: Juan Farmer (style guru & promoter), super producer Tricky Stewart and music mogul DeVyne Stephens
Super producer DJ Toomp and Nas
Bu, on the right, is A&R consultant for Def Jam and VP of his brother Akon’s Konvict Records
DeVyne Stephens, left, and Sean “The Pen” Garrett
Photos by ATLPics.net
Beyonce’s manager/handler/seal trainer blasts back at TMZ
Apparently Beyonce’s manager, Mathew Knowles is furious at TMZ.com for giving fans the opportunity to hear what Beyonce really sounds like without autotunes and studio trickery. Knowles fired off an email to TMZ.com telling them to believe him — not their lying ears.
From TMZ.com:
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Beyonce’s dad is on the warpath against the people attacking his daughter for the supposed “board mix” audio of B singing at “The Today Show” — claiming all doubters of her ability are “idiots.”
In a fiery statement to TMZ, Mathew Knowles, who’s also Bey’s manager, says his daughter was set up. It’s one of the best statements we’ve ever gotten.
“If no one took the time to look at the biggest Inauguration in the history of America then shame on them.
If no one took the time to listen to Beyonce sing ‘America the Beautiful’ and ‘At Last’ at the Neighborhood Ball for the first dance of President Obama and the First Lady, and they question Beyonce’s vocal ability, they’ve gotta be an idiot.
At 12 years into her career, the last thing someone should be questioning is her vocal ability.
That would be like questioning if Kobe Bryant could shoot a jump shot. The vocals were obviously altered.”
But that’s the point. We all heard Beyonce crowing on the inauguration and she didn’t sound much different then than she did on the Today Show.
Morning Wood: Jensen Atwood By Request
After receiving numerous emails from female readers requesting a Morning Wood post featuring Jensen Atwood, I am not surprised that some of you ladies still can’t see what’s as clear as the nose on your faces. 
**Images with partial nudity after the break**
V-103 employee ripped off twice on Craigslist
Be careful about buying anything off Craigslist. Nina Brown, morning show producer on V-103, was ripped off twice attempting to purchase airline tickets on Craigslist. If it can happen to her it can happen to you! Click the image to watch the news report.
PICS: Michelle Obama digging in the dirt again
First Lady Michelle Obama helped D.C. area students plant a tree as part of a service project at the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens in Washington, DC yesterday. Her husband Barack was there too, but who cares, right? Anyway, doesn’t Michelle look fit and toned? Looks like her early morning exercise regimen is doing wonders for that bod!
Photos: Getty Images
Is anyone else concerned that Jennifer Hudson’s baby daddy might be a butt pirate?
I mean, doesn’t the poor girl have enough problems?
From Essence.com:
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Internet rumors have been circulating that Jennifer Hudson is pregnant. While her manager and publicist deny the rumors, two sources close to the Oscar and Grammy winner confirm exclusively to ESSENCE.com that she is indeed expecting. This would be the first child for Hudson.
Hudson, who is currently receiving rave reviews while on tour with Robin Thicke, is engaged to David Otunga, a Harvard Law graduate and former contestant on “I Love New York 2.” The couple plans to marry sometime soon, but hasn’t confirmed a wedding date.
Tragedy struck the singer last October when her mother, brother and nephew were murdered. Hudson made a triumphant return to the spotlight on February 1 when she sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the Super Bowl. She went on to win her first Grammy Award for best R&B album on February 8.
Hudson is on tour through May 8. Her next show is April 23 at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Missouri.
Photo: Wireimage/Getty
