T.I. Celebrates ‘Book Of Kings Vol. 1’ Launch With Angela Yee, Bow Wow, Tyson Beckford, Emily B, Yo Gotti & More

T.I. and Rico Love

This past Wednesday (December 11), newly signed Columbia Records artist T.I. celebrated the launch of his Book of Kings Vol. 1 presented by AKOO Clothing Co. at NYC’s Pillars 38.

Some of T.I.’s industry friends and celebs including Angela Yee, Bow Wow, Tyson Beckford, Emily B, Yo Gotti, Sue Tsai, Bun B, Gloria Govan, Mack Wilds, Rico Love, Raheem Devaughn and more stopped by to support the Grammy Award winning rapper and author.

“Featured in the brand’s first-of-its-kind coffee table book, Book of Kings Vol. 1. include T.I., Pharrell, Melody Ehsani, 40 Oz Van, Jonathan Mannion, Iggy Azalea, Lil Duval, Karen Civil, Pusha T, D-Nice, Eva Bleu, Sue Tsai and Amazin Amie.  This coffee table book, shot exclusively by photographer Mark Atkinson, was designed to celebrate fashion, art, photography, music and lifestyle through trailblazers leaving their mark in pop culture and fashion“.

 

Power 105.1’s Angela Yee

Industry insiders and tastemakers were invited to this private reception for press, experienced T.I.’s new book, which is being heralded as a collector’s item, and saw it come to life with the soundtrack provided by Ms. Nix. Hors d’oeuvres by Evelyn’s Kitchen and Hennessy VS cocktails were served as guests were treated to an exclusive look into fashion and art through this momentous collaboration that as T.I. said, ‘Celebrated Swag!'”

Bow Wow

Follow me @donbleek88 

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS FROM T.I.’S BOOK OF KINGS VOL. 1 LAUNCH

Keri Hilson Gets Stylish For Her 31st Birthday Party In Atlanta

Over this past weekend, Decatur, Georgia-bred singer, songwriter and model Keri Hilson celebrated her 31st birthday at Atlanta’s Prive Nightclub. Struggling singer T-Pain and retired NBA player Allen Iverson were in attendance. Hilson’s boyfriend, NBA player Serge Ibaka of the OKC Thunder was not present because he had a game.

For her birthday celebration, Hilson wore a stylish ensemble. She was covered in a fur coat which she layered over a burgundy sleeveless mid-drift top, black leather shorts and burgundy thigh high boots. See the photos below:

Sorry Keri Hilson for saying some negative things about your music career in the past blogs I posted about you.

Follow me @donbleek88

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS OF KERI HILSON CELEBRATING HER BIRTHDAY HER PRIVE NIGHTCLUB

Diddy Boo’d Up With His Main Chic Cassie In Miami

Yes, Cassie is Diddy’s main chic and he’s claiming her. The Bad Boy CEO/music mogul and model/singer were boo’d up over this weekend at DJ Efeezy’s birthday party at Miami’s Dream nightclub.

Diddy rocked a grey Obey Posse baseball cap paired with a black Givenchy tee-shirt. Cassie opted for a black top and she also showed off her oversized diamond ring.

The couple was showing a lot of love and affection in front of a large crowd. See the pics below:

Follow me @donbleek88

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS OF DIDDY AND CASSIE BOO’D UP IN MIAMI

Beach Bodies: Angela Simmons In Miami & Rocsi Diaz Vacaying In Cancun

Miami is something like Angela Simmons second home. She was photo’d flaunting her banging body and doing yoga on the beach in a red, black & white bikini. Rocsi Diaz also hit the beach this weekend. She’s currently vacationing in Cancun, Mexico. The Entertainment Tonight host dipped in the water at Hard Rock Hotel. She looked cute in a mint-green bikini.

Are you vacaying this holiday season? If so, where at?

Follow me @donbleek88

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS OF ANGELA & ROCSI ON THE BEACH

Gabrielle Union Looks Stunning In An Emerald Green Floor Length Prada Gown At The Alvin Ailey Gala

Successful and well-respected actress Gabrielle Union attended the Alvin Ailey Gala in NYC. For the occasion, she looked stunning on the red carpet in an emerald-green floor length gown from Prada paired with black sandals from the brand. Gabby, definitely stepped out in style. Her ensemble was accessorized with a diamond necklace and studs from Rafaello & Co.

The Being Mary Jane star posed it up with BET’s Debra Lee and model Joan Small. Gabby is drop dead gorgeous!

Gabby and Joan Smalls

Follow me @donbleek88

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS OF GABBY AT THE ALVIN AILEY OPENING NIGHT GALA

Pharrell & Diddy Attend Silencio Art Basel Popup, Hosted by GREY GOOSE Vodka

Art Basel Miami Beach 2013 is in full effect! A lot of celebs, music artists, artists and film makers are in Miami for the festivities. Cassie was photo’d at Art Basel 2013 and Angela Simmons hit up DuJour magazine’s event to honor artist Marc Quinn at Delano Beach Club.

YDBR latest sighting was Pharrell Williams and Diddy. Last night Wednesday (December 4), Silencio once again brought the legendary Paris nightclub to the heart of the Design District with a pop-up lounge.  This highly anticipated event was hosted by Pharell Williams and contemporary Japanese artist Takashi Murakami and featured music by DJ Mike and specialty GREY GOOSE cocktails.

David Lynch, filmmaker and artist, worked with designer Raphael Navot, architectural agency Enia and light designer Thierry Dreyfus, to conceive and design “Silencio” inspired by the club from Lynch’s 2001 film Mulholland Drive.

It was the hottest party of the night – Pharrell arrived with Diddy early in the evening and made their rounds, mingling with pals and posing for photos.  Later, Pharrell took to the stage for an energetic performance that spurred a massive conga line around the room.

Follow me @donbleek88

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS OF PHARRELL & DIDDY AT ART BASEL 2013 

Kelly Rowland Wears A Jacket & Skirt From Calvin Rucker On ‘X-Factor’

This week, Kelly Rowland returned to the judging seat on X-Factor. She wore a jacket and skirt from Calvin Rucker paired with white Tom Ford pumps. Kelly was once again styled by celebrity wardrobe stylist @Marnixmarni.

Kelly’s jacket and skirt are from Calvin Rucker’s Resort 2013 collection and features black floral throughout. The former Destiny Child’s singer style has evolved over the years. Anna Wintour should put her on the cover of Vogue. It’s long overdue!

Follow me @donbleek88 

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS OF KELLY & HER CALVIN RUCKER ENSEMBLE 

Sevyn’s ‘Call Me Crazy, But’ EP Release Party; Angela Yee, Joe Budden, B.o.B., Mack Wilds & More In Attendance

R&B singer and songwriter Sevyn Streeter released her new EP, Call Me Crazy, But yesterday Tuesday (December 3).

To celebrate Sevyn’s special musical release, artists and industry insiders including radio/media personality Angela Yee, rappers Joe Budden & B.O.B., music executives Kevin Liles & Michael Kyser, singers Mack Wilds & Mario Winans, and others gathered inside of Mister H in NYC’s Soho section and toasted it up with the Atlantic Records singer.

Atlantic Records and Hennessy V.S. sponsored the event; guests in attendance sipped on Hennessy cocktails throughout the evening.

Call Me Crazy, But  is currently #1 on iTunes R&B/Soul Top Albums Chart and in the Top 10 on the overall albums chart. Sevyn’s song “It Won’t Stop” is #1 on the iTunes R&B/Soul Top Single charts.

Follow me @donbleek88 

NEXT PAGE: MORE IMAGES FROM SEVYN’S EP RELEASE PARTY 

Monica & Shannon Brown, Keri Hilson, Lil Wayne, T.I., JD, 2 Chainz & More Attend Kanye’s ATL ‘Yeezus’ Tour

Last week, the local celebs in Atlanta showed up to the Philips Arena for Kanye West’s ‘Yeezus‘ tour.

Monica & Shannon Brown, Keri Hilson, Lil Wayne, T.I., JD, 2 Chainz, B.O.B., Bow Wow, Yo Gotti, Mike Will Made It, DJ Greg Street, Kendrick Lamar (who’s currently on the tour) and Kim Kardashian were spotted flicking it up backstage and in the V.I.P. lounge. Kanye sure did bring out the stars! See the pics below:

Follow me @donbleek88 

NEXT PAGE: MORE PICS FROM KANYE’S ‘YEEZUS’ TOUR IN ATL; PLUS MOR CELEBS

Chanel Iman And Her Boyfreind A$AP Rocky Attend The ‘Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom’ Screening In Style

They are still an item and going strong! Model Chanel Iman and her rapper boyfriend A$AP Rocky were spotted out on an intimate date in NYC. The twosome attended the Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom screening, followed by a romantic dinner at Nobu.

For the occasion, Chanel looked gorgeous in a feathered white floor length gown. As for Rocky, he wore a white hoodie and black blazer under a jacket with black jeans and boots.

Chanel and Rocky also sat court side recently at Madison Square Garden and watched the Knicks vs Pacers game.

Follow me @donbleek88

NEXT PAGE: MORE PAGE OF CHANEL IMAN AND A$AP ROCKY IN NYC