Toni Braxton shined a light on New York City during her visit to the Empire State Building today. The mother of two appeared with Autism Speaks co-founders Bob and Suzanne Wright to illuminate the Big Apple tower in blue to honor World Autism Awareness Month.

During the ceremony, the star of WE tv’s “Braxton Family Values” got teary-eyed when speaking about her autistic son Diezel. “When I first found out he was autistic, I was a mess,” she recalled. “I blamed myself, I thought it was something I’d done. And out of nowhere, Suzanne Wright reached out to me and said, ‘You’re not a victim. And together, we’re gonna hold hands and we’re gonna walk through this and we’re gonna help your son Diezel.’”

Watch Toni’s emotional speech and see her “flip the switch” below.

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Toni Braxton bounced into the Big Apple to open bidding for the second Lindt Gold Bunny Celebrity Auction on Wednesday (March 30). The Grammy-winning singer posed in a flowing purple gown while kissing chocolate Easter bunnies. Collectors and fans can bid on 85 porcelain Lindt Gold Bunny figures autographed by celebrities including Toni, Fergie, Nick Cannon, Celine Dion, and more, with all proceeds benefitting Autism Speaks.

The autism advocacy organization holds a special place in the mother of two’s heart. “As a mother of a son with autism, this is a cause that I am very passionate about,” stated Toni. “I’m excited to be a part of the Lindt Gold Bunny Celebrity Auction, and honored to have the opportunity to help raise funds and awareness for Autism Speaks.”

See more of Toni and her family when her docu-series “Braxton Family Values” premieres April 12 on WE tv.

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It was a family affair for the red-hot Toni Braxton, who appeared at the 2011 Winter TCA press tour alongside her four sisters and mother Evelyn to promote her reality show “Braxton Family Values” at the Langham Hotel in Pasadena on Friday (Jan. 7). The 10-episode docu-series premieres April 12 on WE tv.

The “Un-Break My Heart” singer made headlines this week after revealing that she was considering an offer to pose nude for Playboy. “New Year, New opportunities. So I have been considering taking up Playboy‘s offer to feature me on their cover this year,” she tweeted. “I would love to pose with Hugh Hefner though. He’s the sexiest guy I know over 30. Of course it will be tastefully done.”

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She’s bared her soul throughout her career, but Toni Braxton is ready to show a bit more. The sexy singer has revealed that she’s thinking of taking up Playboy‘s offer to appear on the cover this year.

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Keri Hilson jetted back to Atlanta to attend music executive Devyne Stephens’ 3rd annual Winter Wonderland Christmas gala at Buckhead Theatre on Wednesday night (Dec. 22). The festive evening featured a performance from Babyface and drew attendees such as Kelly Rowland, Toni Braxton, Jermaine Dupri, and Jazze Pha.

Guests at the white carpet cocktail reception, benefitting Devyne Intervention and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, were greeted by Santa Claus and live reindeer, Nutcracker drummers, angels, ballerinas, and toy soldiers.

Miss Keri will pop bottles with Lloyd and Polow Da Don in her hometown tonight to celebrate her album release. No Boys Allowed is expected to sell 90-100,000 copies in its first week.

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With her mother and sisters by her side, a brave Toni Braxton went public with her battle with lupus, the autoimmune disease, at the 8th Annual Lupus L.A. Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon at the Beverly Wilshire hotel in Beverly Hills on Tuesday (Nov. 16). It has not been an easy year for the Grammy-winning songstress, who recently filed for bankruptcy for a second time. But she remains strong despite the hardships.

“Had a great time at the 8th Annual Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon,” tweeted Toni. “A big moment for me. It was a tough decision to come out about it. But it was such a relief!”

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It’s just another sad love song for Toni Braxton. The R&B diva has filed for bankruptcy for a second time.

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A white-hot Kelly Rowland sizzled on the orange carpet at the Miami Dolphins vs. New England Patriots game in her hometown of Miami, performing a three-song set for Breast Cancer Awareness Month during the halftime show at Sun Life Stadium. Her BFF Serena Williams was seen rekindling her romance with boyfriend Common, while Toni Braxton and Rick Ross also stopped by for some Monday Night Football.

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