Kelly Rowland spent a day off from touring with Chris Brown to help launch Sean John’s new female fragrance Empress at Macy’s at the Lakewood Center in Lakewood, Calif., on Thursday (Sept. 15). The “Motivation” songstress, who showed off her legs in a black cocktail dress, linked up with Sean “Diddy” Combs at the in-store event, posing with the bottle and taking photos with fans.
“It just really celebrates a woman being unique and powerful and beautiful in her own right, and celebrating all our idiosyncrasies,” said Kelly, who serves as the scent’s spokeswoman.
The Destiny’s Child diva recently shot two videos for the Big Sean-assisted “Lay It on Me” and RedOne-produced “Down for Whatever,” and will perform on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on September 26.
The stars invaded Las Vegas over Labor Day weekend and partied hard. Diddy hosted one of the many celebrity gigs at the Palms Pool & Bungalows at the Palms Casino Resort. The hip-hop mogul, keeping cool in a pink polo and shorts, held a poolside party with Tyga, Flo Rida, and the New Boyz.
“Got my leopard G string on. And I’m headed down the pool!!!! Meet me there! No homo. Lol. See you soon ladies. Drinks on me!” tweeted Puff, who released his Bad Boy mixtape The Preview days before.
Hundreds of partygoers soaked up the sun, including the sexy Christina Milian, who shed her Chanel top, revealing a zebra-print bikini and high-waisted shorts.
Machine Gun Kelly is the newest member of the Bad Boy family. After creating underground buzz with his mixtapes and live shows, the Cleveland rapper has inked a deal with Sean “Diddy” Combs’ iconic label.
Diddy knows how to work hard and play even harder. The hip-hop mogul hit the shores of Saint-Tropez in the French Riviera for a weekend of fun in the sun. Dressed in a red shirt, white trousers, black loafers, and a straw hat, he trudged through the sand while making his way to Le Club 55. Once situated in the VIP section, Puff puffed on a cigar with director Anthony Mandler and posed for pics with his female admirers. Just another day in the life of a Bad Boy.
Swizz Beatz brought out the stars for the launch of Reebok Classics’ “Reethym of Lite” campaign at Espace in New York City on Tuesday night (July 19). The super-producer, who serves as the brand’s creative director, hosted VIP guests including Pharrell, Diddy, Busta Rhymes, Teyana Taylor, Chrisette Michele, Shontelle, Clive Davis, and DJ Khaled.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z showed up to support their friend, along with Swizz’ proud wife Alicia Keys, who tweeted, “Biiiiigggggg love And respect to my BRILLIANT husband @therealswizzz for bringing #REEBOKBACK!!!!!!”
The evening featured a performance from Swizzy with special guest Lloyd Banks, plus the premiere of “International Party,” the Reebok-commissioned video co-starring Alicia Keys.
Diddy lent a helping hand during his trip to the U.K. The Bad Boy mogul, along with Dirty Money singer Dawn Richard, volunteered at London’s Toffee Park Adventure Playground and Youth Centre for the Orange RockCorps Collective, which gives back to the community. Puff rolled up his sleeves and grabbed a brush along with a rocker chic Dawn, who painted and posed for photos with local youth. As a reward for the volunteers, the trio will perform at the Orange RockCorps concert tomorrow at Wembley Arena.
It was all about Sean “Diddy” Combs at the 24th Annual ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards in Beverly Hills on Friday (June 24). The Bad Boy mogul was surrounded by his peers inside the International Ballroom at the Beverly Hilton as he was presented with the prestigious ASCAP Founders Award by Dr. Dre.
The hip-hop and R&B community including Miguel, LeToya Luckett, Melody Thornton, DJ Drama, Boi-1da, Drumma Boy, Rob Knox, Mary Mary, and fellow Dirty Money members Dawn and Kalenna gathered to pay homage to the man of the hour and share their thoughts on his career and impact on music. Hear what they had to say.
Sean “Diddy” Combs has received many accolades over his illustrious career, but he marked a career milestone when he was honored by his peers with the Founders Award at ASCAP’s 24th Annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards at the Beverly Hilton on Friday (June 24). A buff Dr. Dre made a rare public appearance to present the Bad Boy mogul with the award.
“I had a chance to experience his hustle myself and believe me it’s no joke,” said the West Coast veteran. “I’ve been motivated by this man’s hustle.”
Drake was also on hand to recognize producers Boi-1da and Noah “40″ Shebib as Songwriters of the Year. “I just want to let you know that I love you both and I’m super proud of you, and I’m honored to honor you this evening,” he told the hitmakers.
Others who turned out to celebrate the evening’s honorees included Ne-Yo, LeToya Luckett, Melody Thornton, Too $hort, and Dirty Money’s Dawn and Kalenna. Pusha T joined Miguel for the remix to “Sure Thing,” songwriter Andrea Martin performed Melanie Fiona’s “It Kills Me,” which she penned, and gospel duo Mary Mary received the ASCAP Golden Note Award.
Dr. Dre emerged from the studio to honor fellow mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs with the prestigious ASCAP Founders Award at ASCAP’s 24th Annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards in Beverly Hills on Friday (June 24). A buff Dre, who received the same award last year, spoke about Diddy’s influence following videotaped messages from Pharrell, Swizz Beatz, Janelle Monáe, Dirty Money’s Dawn and Kalenna, and more.
“I had a chance to experience his hustle myself and believe me it’s no joke. I’ve been inspired, I’ve been motivated by this man’s hustle,” said the West Coast icon, who collaborated with Diddy on a line of Beats headphones.
Puff returned the love. “I’m extra, extra happy right now. I truly, truly appreciate this,” he told his peers. “I don’t know if ya’ll know my favorite producer in the world ’cause we in a room of producers and writers. … Dr. Dre my whole life has just been my favorite producer.”
Catch more from the music impresarios’ speeches below.
