Actress Gabourey “Gabby” Sidibe is getting rave reviews for her portrayal as Claireece Precious Jones in Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire. But before the 26-year-old newcomer was cast, another unlikely actress was thought of for the role.

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Now that the oven is warmed up, Jennifer Lopez is ready to make her official return to music. The mother of two is trying on a pair of “Louboutins” as the lead single from her first album since 2007. But before the pricey heels with the red bottom landed in J.Lo’s closet, they were on another singer’s feet.

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Brandy goes to bed and wakes up next to Ne-Yo on “Goodnight, Good Morning,” another leaked collaboration between the two from the recording sessions for Brandy’s sixth studio album. The R&B singer has yet to announce a new label deal since parting ways with Epic Records.

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Keri Hilson, Soulja Boy, Brandy, Audio Push, Rich Boy, and Nelly drop hints about singer-songwriter Ester Dean on set of her debut video for “Drop It Low” from the More Than a Game soundtrack. We still don’t know exactly what she looks like, but we’re told Polow Da Don’s artist is a “beast” in the studio.

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We all know Brandy can sing, but she may also have a future in rap. After all, the game could use some more femcees. B-Rocka spits some bars over her song “It’s My Party.” She reminds us of Rah Digga here.

“I just do this for a hobby, baby, but I might be good at it,” she says.

Brandy is the latest R&B star to benefit from Ne-Yo’s songwriting services. The fruits of their labor can be heard on the leaked duet “Decisions.”

Brandy has also been in the studio with The-Dream and Stargate crafting material for her new album. From what we’ve heard, the record will include more uptempo tracks than last year’s Human.

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Rihanna and Brandy

Rihanna was looking like Little Miss Sunshine once again on Friday night in New York City. She was seen smiling and laughing with Brandy after dining at The Spotted Pig restaurant in the West Village. Beyoncé and Jay-Z also met up with RiRi to celebrate her 21st birthday.

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