Jennifer Hudson: Favorite Humanitarian At The People's Choice Awards

Jennifer Hudson held back tears when she accepted the favorite humanitarian award at the 2014 People's Choice Awards.

Accompanied on stage Wednesday night by her sister, Julia Hudson, the Oscar-winning actress became choked up as she said: "My mother always taught us without family you have nothing. Whether you know it or not, we all are family. What happens to the other happens to us. It's one thing to be a celebrity and have power, but it means nothing if we're not making a difference and helping someone else."

L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth 2013

L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth Honors 10 Inspiring Women.
(PRNewsFoto/L'Oreal Paris)

Yesterday, L'Oreal Paris unveiled the 2013 Women of Worth honorees, celebrating 10 women who are pursuing their passions to accomplish the extraordinary. Bound by a deep sense of purpose and appetite for change, this group of women will join the community of 70 esteemed Women of Worth honorees from the past eight years. Tackling society's most pressing issues, from helping victims in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy, to enabling terminally ill seniors accomplish their bucket lists, to building a nonprofit restaurant that helps at-risk youth learn life skills, the 2013 Women of Worth honorees are united in their quest to fuel the future.

Diahann Carroll & Cheryl Boone Isaacs Honored At 'House of Flowers' Dinner

Some of the top African-American women in entertainment, business and philanthropy attended a "House of Flowers" dinner honoring Diahann Carroll and Cheryl Boone Isaacs on Saturday at the home of  television producer Tracey Edmonds.
The dinner was also hosted by Tracey Edmonds and film and television producer Debra Martin Chase. The theme of the evening, "House of Flowers," was inspired by Truman Capote's Broadway play, in which Carroll made her acting debut in 1954. The dinner was meant to "celebrate female empowerment and to help open doors for future accomplishments," said Edmonds.

 "A lot of times there is so much superficial competition, because there are so few opportunities for women of color to succeed in the industry, so you've got to compete versus help each other. It was really beautiful that I got this opportunity to share this evening with Debra Chase, who is a fellow producer," said Edmonds.

Kerry Washington Is Neutrogena's New Brand Ambassador and Creative Consultant

Kerry Washington will join Neutrogena as it's latest celebrity brand ambassador and a new role as creative consultant, the Johnson & Johnson-owned company announced last Thursday.

“Kerry is very aspirational to every type of woman and committed to making a real difference. And she balances it all so gracefully while having beautiful, healthy skin,” said Neutrogena general manager Michelle Freyre.

The creative consultant role will go beyond serving as the face for the company’s print and television advertising and extend into product development and marketing initiatives. Washington join the ranks of the company’s other brand ambassadors: Julie Bowen, Jennifer Garner, Hayden Panettiere, Emma Roberts, Kristen Bell and Gabrielle Union.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: One Woman's Story Underscores Importance Of Understanding Risk

Michelle Obama Calls Harlem "Quintessentially American"

(AP) - Extolling the virtues of Harlem's rich cultural history, Michelle Obama hosted a luncheon for the spouses of foreign dignitaries Tuesday in the historic New York City neighborhood she described as "quintessentially American."

The first lady spoke to about 50 spouses of chiefs of state and heads of government who are attending the UN General Assembly. The group toured The Studio Museum in Harlem, which was founded in 1968 by artists and civic and community leaders to provide space for modern and contemporary black art.

Rihanna's River Island Collection

Rihanna is launching her Fall 2013 collection on September 12 in select River Island locations. For those of us state side, we can purchase the solidified fashion icon's third collection online. 

G4LIFe, a track from her fourth album R Rated, is emblazoned across jersey's, waistbands and leather jackets.

As the previous collections have already done, this collection expected to sell out fast!

Swiss National Tourist Office & Shop Owner Apologize to Oprah Winfrey

GENEVA (AP) - Oprah Winfrey says she had a racist encounter while shopping in Switzerland - and the national tourist office and the shop owner have apologized.

The billionaire media mogul told the U.S. program "Entertainment Tonight" that a shop assistant in Zurich refused to show her a black handbag priced at $38,000 because "you will not be able to afford that."

TLC Performs At Mixtape Festival & New Album Release

TLC is back and they are as HOT as ever!!!!!

After a long-awaited return of TLC to an American stage, the two remaining members of the 90s girl-group hip hop sensation performed at Hershey Park's Summer Mixtape Festival on Saturday. They closed the show performing 'No Scrubs' and surprised fans by bringing out Lil Mama.

Angelina Jolie Speaks Out Against Rape In War

TOKYO (AP) - Movie star and director Angelina Jolie urged a Japanese audience Monday to join her fight to stop sexual violence in war zones.

Jolie said she hoped "In the Land of Blood and Honey," her first film as writer and director, would inspire viewers to think about rape in war.

In April, the Group of Eight leaders agreed to work to end rape and sexual violence in conflict and the United Nations Security Council adopted text urging sanctions against perpetrators of sexual violence during armed conflict.

Jennifer Lopez Gets the 2500th Star

Jennifer Lopez was honored with the 2500th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

She received the star on Thursday surrounded by her boyfriend Casper Smart, her 5-year-old twins Max and Emme, and friends including Jane Fonda, Keenen Ivory Wayans and "Selena" director Gregory Nava.

Congrats Jennifer!

'Life Is But A Dream' for Beyonce

Beyonce Knowles-Carter has always chosen to keep her private life, well private. But in a revealing documentary, excecutive produced by Beyonce, she has let us all in-into the world of Mrs. Carter.

She said the process was therapeutic for her, helping her to grow and for wounds to heal. Beyonce hopes the documentary will serve as an inspiration to her daughter, Blue Ivy. In a statement to the AP she said,  "I'm hoping that ... it can comfort her and inspire her in her life when she needs it."

"Life Is But A Dream' premiered last night in New York City and will air Saturday on HBO at 9p EST.

Watch the trailer and see the Red Carpet Arrivals.

The Heart Truth 2013 Fashion Show

(L-R) Minka Kelly, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Toni Braxton, Kelly Osbourne, Brenda Strong
and Torah Bright on the runway during The Heart Truth 2013 Fashion Show held at the
Hammerstein Ballroom on February 6, 2013 in New York City.

New York Fashion Week kick off event was The Heart Truth Fashion Show. Celebrities came out in their symbolic red dress to show their support for the national Heart Truth campaign. The campaign's goal is to give women a personal and urgent wakeup call about their risk of heart disease.

With February being heart health month, make sure to show your support by wearing a little something red each day. And if the opportunity arises, slip into a beautiful red dress!

Fragrances To Watch for in 2013

2013 will be the launch of many scents, we have chosen our top picks for the smart, savvy and sexy consumer. It seems that the fragrance indusrty is targeting the younger and hyper market, who maybe new to luxury brands. However, we think the scents will appeal to the masses.

Ellen is America's Fav!

 

Ellen DeGeneres won the 39th Annual
People's Choice Award for
Best Daytime TV Host

 

Ellen DeGeneres took over her time slot, so the question is – can she beat Oprah's record 8 times as America's Favorite TV personality? Ellen DeGeneres could definitely do it, and with this year's rise from number 2 to number 1, this is the second time she's held the top spot on the list. NCIS's head agent, Mark Harmon, drops a spot to number 2, and after an intense political year where The Daily Show was required viewing for many, Jon Stewart remains at number 3.

Below are some of the results of The Harris Poll ^® of 2,128 adults surveyed online between December 12 and 18, 2012 by Harris Interactive®.