Beyonce Fires Her Father As Her Manager

Beyonce Fires Her Father As Her Manager

I’d say Beyonce’s dad did his job while he worked as his daughter’s manager. Now, thanks in part to him, she’s one of the one-namers. However, Beyonce is ending her working relationship with him.

“I am grateful for everything he has taught me. I grew up watching both he and my mother manage me and own their own businesses. They are hard working entrepreneurs and I will continue to follow in their footsteps.

“He is my father for life and I love my dad dearly. I am grateful for everything he has taught me.”

Matthew Knowles also released a statement saying,

“The decision for Beyonce and Music World Entertainment to part was mutual. We did great things together and I know that she will continue to conquer new territories in music and entertainment.

“Business is business and family is family. I love my daughter and I am very proud of who she is and all she has achieved. I look forward to her continued great success.”

I have to wonder if this decision has anything to do with the concert Beyonce was hired to perform for Gaddafi. She seemed pretty upset about that money and even said of her father,

“Ultimately, Matthew Knowles should be accountable for that decision, and I do accept responsibility.”

Hmmm, do you believe that Beyonce and Matthew parted working ways mutually?

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Shape Magazine’s ‘Top 5 Sexy Celebs of the Year’

Shape Magazine’s ‘Top 5 Sexy Celebs of the Year’

Shape Magazine announced their Top 5 Sexiest Celebs of the Year… and their chart includes a few fit hotties and the body parts they are envied for:

•Sexy Celebrity with the Best Arms and Shoulders: Ashley Greene

•Sexy Celebrity with the Best Back: Cameron Diaz

•Sexy Celebrity with the Best Butt: Beyonce

•Sexy Celebrity with the Best Abs: Nicole Scherzinger

•Sexy Celebrity with the Best Legs: Blake Lively

Do you guys agree with this list? 

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Beyonce got $1 million to perform for a Qaddafi, donated it to charity

Beyonce Got $1 Million to Perform for a Qaddafi, Donated it to Charity

Last year, just after New Year’s, there was a big controversy about Beyonce and other musical celebrities being paid buckets of money to perform in St. Barts at a party thrown by Hannibal Qaddafi, the son of Muammar Qaddafi. Bey was allegedly paid $1 million to perform (at least), and she got the brunt of the criticism in the media - I think because she was the “headliner” of the event. Anyway, in the wake of the ongoing Libyan crisis, celeb-watchers have revisited the controversy and Beyonce has finally answered: she gave the million dollars to The Clinton Foundation.

Beyonce’s hands are clean. After a recent RollingStone.com article urged the 29-year-old “Halo” singer to return the money she was paid to perform for family members of Libyan dictator Muammar Qaddafi in 2009, Beyonce’s rep tells UsMagazine.com that the matter has been resolved.

“All monies paid to Beyonce for her performance at a private party at Nikki Beach St. Barts on New Year’s Eve 2009, including the commissions paid to her booking agency, were donated to the earthquake relief efforts for Haiti over a year ago,” her publicist tells Us.
“Once it became known that the third party promoter was linked to the Qaddafi family, the decision was made to put that payment to a good cause.”

Fellow singer Mariah Carey, 40, received $1 million for a lavish New Year’s Eve bash in St. Barts, where she performed for Qaddafi’s son, Muatassim, Libya’s national security adviser. Usher, 32, also earned an undisclosed amount for performing on the same Caribbean island.

[From Us Weekly]
So… Beyonce did not spend a terrorist’s money on weaves and diamond booty cream, fyi. But here’s the part that bothers me: “Once it became known that the third party promoter was linked to the Qaddafi family…” Um, NO. It was pretty obvious that it wasn’t an occasion where there was merely some tenuous connection to the Qaddafi family.

This was a party HOSTED by the Qaddafi family. At the time, Beyonce was criticized in particular for her connection to Hannibal (who may also be known as Muatassim, I‘m not really sure about that reference) not because of terrorism, but because he has a history with violence against women, especially his own wife.

 

Photos courtesy of WENN.

 

 

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The Most Memorable Oscar Beauty Looks

The Most Memorable Oscar Beauty Looks

(Photo by Getty, Bauer Griffin) 

 

There's no better place to scope out Hollywood beauty secrets than at the World Series of red carpet events. Check out stars like Jennifer Lopez, Anne Hathaway and Natalie Portman, whose flawless Oscar beauty never ceases to amaze. 

 

 

Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman was a stand-out at the 2009 Academy Awards in an unconventional pastel Rodarte evening gown. Her make-up was designed to highlight the soft floral hue of the chiffon dress. Natalie's eyes were bordered with a deep purple and faded into a soft lilac shadow.

 

 

 

Beyonce

Beyonce is never one to shy away from dramatic beauty looks, and for that we love her. The starlet's cat eye at the 2005 Academy Awards was intensified with a metallic line and false lashes. Beyonce drew attention to her high cheek bones by lining them with red and highlighting the apples with white shimmering powder.

 

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Kate Winslet

Actress Kate Winslet arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kate Winslet (February 22, 2009 - Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images North America)

 

 

 

 Charlize Theron

It's impossible to forget the bronzed blonde bombshell who received the Best Actress Oscar in 2004. Charlize Theron graced the Academy Award red carpet in a sparkling Gucci gown that accentuated her fresh tan from South Africa. Her makeup hues were earth tones to play-up the sun-kissed look.

 

 

Anne Hathaway

Actress Anne Hathaway arrives at the 80th Annual Academy Awards held at the Kodak Theatre on February 24, 2008 in Hollywood, California. (February 24, 2008 - Photo by Vince Bucci/Getty Images North America)

Sandra Bullock

Actress Sandra Bullock arrives at the 82nd Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on March 7, 2010 in Hollywood, California. (March 6, 2010 - Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images North America)

 

 

 

Angelina Jolie

Actress Angelina Jolie arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Angelina Jolie (February 22, 2009 - Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images North America)

 

 

Kirsten Dunst

In 2007 Kirsten Dunst added drama to her baby blue organza evening gown with a bold red lip. Her crystal blue eyes were played down with a cream tinted shimmer as to not fight the crimson lip hue.

79th Annual Academy Awards.Kodak Theatre, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood, CA.February 25, 2007. (February 25, 2007 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

Salma Hayek

In 2005 Salma Hayek left her lips bare to feature her gray-bordered eyes and choppy bangs. She used blush lightly on the apples of her cheeks and wore a soft white shimmer under her eyes for added brightness. 77th Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals.Kodak Theatre, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood, CA.February 27, 2005. (February 27, 2005 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

 

 

Hilary Swank

Two time Academy Award winner, Hilary Swank, let her backless dress do the talking at the 2005 Oscars while leaving her cosmetics subtly beautiful. The actress wore a glittering gloss on her lips and highlighted her hazel eyes with a salmon shadow. She finished off the clean look with shimmering white under the outside arch of her brows. 77th Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals.Kodak Theatre, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood, CA.February 27, 2005. (February 27, 2005 - Photo by Bauer Griffin) 

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore looked like a Jane Austin novel at the 2005 Academy Awards with her voluminous airy updo, porcelain foundation and red lips. Drew lined her eyes with dark silver liner that faded into a hint of purple shadow, fnishing off this romantic look. 77th Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals.Kodak Theatre, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood, CA.February 27, 2005. (February 27, 2005 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

 

 

Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson looked like a modern day princess at 2005 Academy Awards with her blond ringlets and regal makeup. Her full lips were painted in a classic matte red and her eyes were accented with soft lavender and ivory shimmer. 77th Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals.Kodak Theatre, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood, CA.February 27, 2005. (February 27, 2005 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

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The Most Memorable Oscar Moments (1)

The Most Memorable Oscar Moments (1)

Remember Ben Stiller as Joaquin Phoenix? How about when Reese Witherspoon became Best Actress? Take a look back at some of the biggest moments in recent Academy Awards history here.

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Actress Sandra Bullock arrives at the 2010 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower on March 7, 2010 in West Hollywood, California.
(March 6, 2010 - Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images North America)

 

1. Sandra Bullock 2010

Sandra Bullock's 2010 awards season was one for the books: She cleaned with a Golden Globe, SAG, and BAFTA for her role in The Blind Side, then took home the Oscar (just days after winning a Razzie for Worst Actress for her All About Steve part). It was epic. Her then-husband Jesse James cried when her name was called, then we all wanted to cry for her again when it was revealed weeks later that he'd been having an affair with a whole lot of tattoo models. 

 

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©AXELLE/BAUER-GRIFFIN.COM .76TH Annual Academy Awards-arrivals..Kodak Theatre, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood, CA..February 29, 2004..Pic Shows: Charlize Theron
(February 29, 2004 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

2. Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron turned heads on the red carpet at the 2003 Oscars, then she went on to win the Best Actress prize for her role in Monster during the show. She became the first person from Africa (she was born in South Africa) to win an Academy Award in a major acting category.

 

 

77th Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals.Kodak Theatre, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood, CA.February 27, 2005.
(February 27, 2005 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

3. Beyonce (2005)

Beyonce was asked to perform during the 2005 Academy Awards. She performed three songs at the show, including a duet with Josh Groban, and was generally well-received -- except some people claimed she butchered the French language during her performance of "Vois Sur ton Chemin." Yikes. 

 

 

***EMBARGOED FROM ONLINE USAGE OR PUBLICATION UNTIL END OF LIVE TELECAST*** Jamie Foxx celebrates his Oscar with Charlize Theron during the 77th Annual Academy Awards on February 27, 2005 at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood, California.
(February 27, 2005 - Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images Entertainment)

4. Jamie Foxx (2005)

Jamie Foxx was so excited to win the Best Actor prize for Ray in 2005 that he got onstage and kissed presenter Charlize Theron! He brought his daughter Corinne as his Oscar date and said when he got to the podium (while on the verge of tears): "I want to thank my daughter, who said to me before I got up here, 'Dad, if you don't win tonight, you're still good.'" Aww!

 

 

2006 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.Morton's, West Hollywood, CA.March 5, 2006.
(March 6, 2006 - Photo by Bauer Griffin)

5. Reese Witherspoon (2006)

Reese Witherspoon went from playing a ditzy sorority girl in Legally Blonde to playing Johnny Cash's wife in Walk the Line, a role that earned her the Best Actress Academy Award. She gave an emotional acceptance speech, thanking her kids ("who should be going to bed") and quoted June. She said at the end of her speech: "People used to ask June how -- how she was doin'. And she used to say, 'I'm just tryin' to matter.' And, I know what she means, you know. I'm just trying to matter and live a good life and make work that means something to somebody."

 

 

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These Legs Belong to…

These Legs Belong to…

Who’s this leggy lady in killer heels?

These Legs Belong to…

Check out the next page for your answer!

Beyonce!

How do you all like this blonder do?

 

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Beyonce And Jay-Z Are Getting PAID On New Year’s Eve

 Beyonce And Jay-Z Are Getting PAID On New Year’s Eve

Beyonce and Jay-Z are two of the richest people in the business. They’ve accumulated MASSIVE joint wealth already. But when a good deal comes knocking, you don’t say no.

Jay-Z is reportedly being paid ONE MILLION DOLLARS to show up and perform on New Year’s Eve at a Las Vegas casino and resort.

Though honestly, I’m not even sure why he’s doing it. Between Beyonce and Jay-Z, combined they made $100 million dollars in the past year. $1 mil is chump change to this couple.

Curvy Girls in Tight Dresses: Beyonce & Kim Kardashian

 Curvy Girls in Tight Dresses: Beyonce & Kim Kardashian

Fast post: 2 ladies, lots of curves.

Question: Who is curvier in your book: Beyonce or Kim Kardashian?

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Beyonce – Curvy Minidress Beauty

 Beyonce – Curvy Minidress Beauty

Beyonce looked stunning while attending an event at School of Visual Arts in New York City this weekend – she hugged her shapely figure in a short print dress matched with high platform heels.

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Are You Ready For More Beyonce? She's Baaaacccckkkkk

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It's been a while since we've heard anything about Beyonce’s upcoming fourth album. Today producer Sean Garrett admitted that he's been working hard at making "party music" with the singer.

“I am going in the studio with Beyoncé this week to work on her next record,” Garrett told the Music Mix at Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards. “I think we are doing a lot of up-tempo records for this one. She’s in such a good place right now in life that she is interested in making party music, definitely.”

Sean was involved with “Video Phone” so I can't wait to hear what he comes out with!
Are you excited to hear new music from Beyonce? (imnotobsessed)

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Beyonce, Jay-Z, Alicia and Swizz Beatz: Concert Couples

Making for quite the sight to be seen, a group of music legends gathered together to take in a concert in New York City on Saturday (August 28). Beyonce, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys and husband Swizz Beats joined Mary J Blige and Chris Rock to watch 90's music icon Lauryn Hill at the 2010 Rock The Bells concert. An onlooker tells, "Alicia looked very pregnant as she bopped to the music while Swizz Beats held her around her waist. Jay-Z and Beyonce clapped and sang along but did not stand as close to each other." The insider continues, Mary J Blige was with her husband and kneeled on the ground to get a closer look at the singer. Comedian Chris Rock had a weird look on his face during the entire performance and Jay-Z at times put his arm on his shoulder to take it all in." Giving her celeb-packed audience a good laugh, Miss Hill made time to bring all of her children on stage before saying, "Now you know why I've been gone for so long."

Source: Celebrity-gossip.net

Beyonce Credits Staying Out Of Trouble To Being A Feminist

Beyonce believes being a feminist and having strong female bonds have helped her in the relationship department. The singer feels that good friends kept her away from the wrong type of guy and out of trouble.

“I think I am a feminist in a way. It’s not something I consciously decided I was going to be; perhaps it’s because I grew up in a singing group with other women, and that was so helpful to me. It kept me out of so much trouble and out of bad relationships. My friendships with my girls are just so much a part of me that there are things I am never going to do that would upset that bond. I never want to betray that friendship because I love being a woman and I love being a friend to other women. “I think we learn a lot from our female friends – female friendship is very, very important.”

While her personal relationships are very important to her, Beyonce admits she sometimes finds it hard to balance everything in her life. She told You magazine:

“For me, balance is always really hard to find. I love so many different things, and to have the discipline to turn certain things away and focus on one thing at a time so that I can give it 100 per cent is really hard.
“Probably the biggest challenge in my life is time – making sure I have time to be a wife, to be a singer, to be a songwriter, to be an actor and still have time for my clothing line and now for my perfume. I am like any other woman who has a child, who has a husband, who has a job. I think it’s the hardest thing about being a woman because we have so many responsibilities.”

She certainly is a busy girl!! I can't imagine having to juggle everything Beyonce has in the air.

Photos by WENN.com  (imnotobsessed)

Beyonce Gets Edgy for ‘House of Dereon’

Tight black body-suits, ‘innovative’ positions, edgy boots, bleached locks and loads of ink = the ingredients of Beyonce’s latest ads for her own ‘House of Dereon’.

Do these biker-chic-inspired ads appeal to you or is Beyonce trying a little too hard?

1,2,3,4,5… more after the jump!

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