First there were the Osbournes, the Hogans, and the Kardashians. Now the Norwoods are set to join the roster of famous reality families by starring in their own television show.

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Brandy’s rap alter-ego Bran’ Nu made a surprise appearance during Timbaland’s all-star Shock Value II concert at the House of Blues Sunset Strip in West Hollywood last Friday (Jan. 29). They performed “Meet in tha Middle” and she spit some bars from “Symphony.”

“Last night was one of the best nights of my life!!!!!!” Brandy tweeted after the show. “Demolished my performance with Timbaland at the House of Blues! Humbly Speaking.”

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There has been much talk about the origin of Jennifer Lopez’s first single “Louboutins.” The producer behind the track, Tricky Stewart, is setting the record straight on how the designer heels ended up on J.Lo’s feet.

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It was far from a silent night at Y100’s Jingle Ball 2009 as Timbaland and Brandy electrified the stage with their Shock Value II collaboration “Meet in tha Middle” at Fort Lauderdale’s Bank Atlantic Center on Saturday (Dec. 12). The holiday concert also featured performances from JoJo, Shakira, Flo Rida, Jordin Sparks, Iyaz, and more.

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Timbaland was stuck in the middle of JoJo and Brandy at the release party for Shock Value II at LIV nightclub at Fontainebleau Miami Beach on Saturday (Dec. 5). Timb performed “Meet in tha Middle” with Brandy aka Bran’Nu and “Lose Control” with new Interscope Records signee JoJo. Serena Williams, Fat Joe, Travis McCoy, and Russell Simmons enjoyed the show.

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Brandy rapped with Timbaland and is now chillin’ with the Big Boss Snoop Dogg on “Special,” a smooth and silky collaboration from his Malice N Wonderland album. The Neptunes production also features Pharrell.

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Brandy formally introduces her rap alter-ego Bran’Nu on “Meet in tha Middle,” a new track about compromising from Timbaland’s Shock Value II (Dec. 8). It is one of two songs on the recently leaked album featuring the singer-turned-rapper. Does Brandy have a future in hip-hop?

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Here’s another video from Brandy’s bathroom sessions. B-Rocka shows and proves once again, tackling Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come.” Look for her rap alter-ego Bran’Nu on Timbaland’s Shock Value II (Dec. 8).

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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