Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
New Perez Hilton Statement....
From the heart:
"Words can hurt. I know that very well, from both sides of the fence. The other night in Toronto, after feeling physically threatened by a verbally abusive Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas, I chose the most hurtful word I know to hurl at him. I was in an out-of-the ordinary situaton and used a word that I would not utter under normal circumstances. My intention - however misguided it may have been - was to stand up for myself and tell this belligerent man that I had enough of his badgering and was not going to continue to let him berate and intimidate me. I wanted to hurt him with the word I chose, not anyone else. Unfortunately, the one who got hurt was me and, subsequently, a lot of other people. I wish none of it had happened. I can't take it back. I did what I thought was best at the moment to stand up for myself in a non-violent yet still assertive way. Clearly, I am not homophobic. Also, I am not nor have I ever claimed to be a spokesperson for the gay community. I am just speaking for myself, a gay man. One who is labeled "flamboyant" in the media. An American that is not granted equal rights under the law. I will continue to speak out for equality and I will continue to say things that upset both gay people and straight people. Who I am as a person and what I do for a living are two separate things. I've come to terms with all my incongruities and am proud of who I am and what I do. In closing, words can hurt. But words should not provoke someone to violence. Stripped away from the mask of Perez Hilton, I have been extremely bothered by the public reaction to my assault. Violence should never be condoned with such statements as "It's Karma" or "I don't believe in violence but….". In fact, several television and radio shows over the past couple of days echoed the sentiment "He had it coming". Would they have said the same thing if I was a woman? Would I have "deserved it" if I had been stabbed? Or shot? Or killed? I was attacked from behind without warning and repeatedly punched in the head in a cold, disgusting and unnecessarily violent manner by Polo Molina, the road manager for the Black Eyed Peas, who I did not even speak with that evening. I did not share any words with him and his assault on me was completely unprovoked. I feel like everything happens for a reason and I leave this traumatic experience as a person with more compassion. Specifically, there was an instance last year when actor Jesse Metcalfe was attacked outside of a Hollywood nightclub by a fellow entertainer. I did not condone the violence, but I did make light of that situation. I regret that. Sincerely. There are many ways to deal with disagreements, both good and bad, but violence is never the answer. Never. I now know that first-hand. It should not be condoned, promoted or accepted. No one "deserves" to be the victim of violence. No one "has it coming." NO ONE. And victims should not be ridiculed. I look forward to marching for equality in Washington, D.C. this October. And I look forward to standing up for my rights in a Toronto courtroom shortly, as I fully intend to seek every lawful remedy against the man that attacked me."
- Perez Hilton
June 23, 2009
Los Angeles, California
"Words can hurt. I know that very well, from both sides of the fence. The other night in Toronto, after feeling physically threatened by a verbally abusive Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas, I chose the most hurtful word I know to hurl at him. I was in an out-of-the ordinary situaton and used a word that I would not utter under normal circumstances. My intention - however misguided it may have been - was to stand up for myself and tell this belligerent man that I had enough of his badgering and was not going to continue to let him berate and intimidate me. I wanted to hurt him with the word I chose, not anyone else. Unfortunately, the one who got hurt was me and, subsequently, a lot of other people. I wish none of it had happened. I can't take it back. I did what I thought was best at the moment to stand up for myself in a non-violent yet still assertive way. Clearly, I am not homophobic. Also, I am not nor have I ever claimed to be a spokesperson for the gay community. I am just speaking for myself, a gay man. One who is labeled "flamboyant" in the media. An American that is not granted equal rights under the law. I will continue to speak out for equality and I will continue to say things that upset both gay people and straight people. Who I am as a person and what I do for a living are two separate things. I've come to terms with all my incongruities and am proud of who I am and what I do. In closing, words can hurt. But words should not provoke someone to violence. Stripped away from the mask of Perez Hilton, I have been extremely bothered by the public reaction to my assault. Violence should never be condoned with such statements as "It's Karma" or "I don't believe in violence but….". In fact, several television and radio shows over the past couple of days echoed the sentiment "He had it coming". Would they have said the same thing if I was a woman? Would I have "deserved it" if I had been stabbed? Or shot? Or killed? I was attacked from behind without warning and repeatedly punched in the head in a cold, disgusting and unnecessarily violent manner by Polo Molina, the road manager for the Black Eyed Peas, who I did not even speak with that evening. I did not share any words with him and his assault on me was completely unprovoked. I feel like everything happens for a reason and I leave this traumatic experience as a person with more compassion. Specifically, there was an instance last year when actor Jesse Metcalfe was attacked outside of a Hollywood nightclub by a fellow entertainer. I did not condone the violence, but I did make light of that situation. I regret that. Sincerely. There are many ways to deal with disagreements, both good and bad, but violence is never the answer. Never. I now know that first-hand. It should not be condoned, promoted or accepted. No one "deserves" to be the victim of violence. No one "has it coming." NO ONE. And victims should not be ridiculed. I look forward to marching for equality in Washington, D.C. this October. And I look forward to standing up for my rights in a Toronto courtroom shortly, as I fully intend to seek every lawful remedy against the man that attacked me."
- Perez Hilton
June 23, 2009
Los Angeles, California
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Video // J-Scrilla breaks down "No Love" off Culture of Honor
J-$crilla Breaks Down "No Love" Off Of Culture Of Honor from Inner Loop Records on Vimeo.
Culture of Honor out July 23rd!
Ways to Speed Up Your Metabolism (Coffee is on the List!)
Aolhealth.com had a feature today about foods and drinks that speed up your metabolism. COFFEE made the list *cough cough*
Click here to read
Monday, June 22, 2009
Where to Grub?: The Firebird
I celebrated my beautiful and good friend Olya's birthday yesterday. We decided on The Firebird since she is from Belarus & they serve the best Russian cuisine. This place was amazing and the portions were quite large. Be prepared to spend over $100 per person.
Recommendations
Appetizer: The Endive Pear & Gorgonzola Salad
Entree: The Lamb (unreal) or The Duck
Dessert: The Banana Foster (shouts to Ron)
The Firebird
365 W 46th St
New York, NY 10036
(212) 586-0244
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Even LaLa Shaved Her Head...
I always liked LaLa Vasquez BUT I am not too sure why she would join the trend of shaving half of her head.
Whatever...she still looks beautiful
image via bossip
New Cons, Kanye & John Legend Coming Sooooon!
This is probably the best news I heard all week. Three of my favorite artists. This will be dope!
Monday, June 15, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
Zoe Kravitz is the New Face for Vera Wang
Zoe Kravitz (daughter of Lenny Kravitz) is the new face of the Vera Wang Perfume called Princess.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Charles Hamilton...Even Gives Sonic a Bad Name
This kid has always got on my last nerves. Ever since I saw him at A List Radio and he was making hypocritical comments about hipsters (when he was wearing a tight pink shirt with tight pants). Charles Hamilton is claiming J Dilla as the executive producer of his upcoming EP Perfect Life. SMH
I know everyone likes to pull the "hate" card but this is not about hate...it's about being disrespectful.
“I also wanna thank James Yancey for his guidance in putting this album together. Sound wise, I couldn’t be happier. Again, the album was mastered reel-to-reel/digital-to-digital, and I couldn’t have done the entire process without him being a total jerk about me getting that EXTRA vinyl-ish sound. Thanks Dilla.” Charles Hamilton
*sigh* Click here to read the interview on allhiphop.com
Foods that Help you Loose Weight!
The first food on the list that will help you lose weight is CHEESE! I was just having a debate last night about cheese. What would you rather give up...cheese or chocolate? Everyone answered cheese. I have to agree.
Click here to read the rest of the foods that will help you loose weight at aolhealth
Monday, June 8, 2009
The Man Discusses Healthcare
President Obama discusses healthcare reform...Click here to read the article at US News & World Report
Stephen Colbert will Broadcast Live from Iraq
One of the most entertaining men on television, Stephen Colbert, will be broadcasting live from Iraq with the U.S. troops for the USO Tour.
Colbert titled his live series "Operation Iraqi Stephen: Going Commando"
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