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ROUND UP: BEYONCE & TINA DUET? / TICHINA ARNOLD ON BLOGS / VANESSA SIMMONS HITS THE STAGE

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

The New York Daily News and People Magazine are reporting that Beyoncé will join forces with legendary entertainer Tina Turner for a performance at the Feb. 10 Grammy Awards.

News of the duet comes just one day after the Writers Guild of America announced it will not picket the awards show – clearing the way for stars to attend the Los Angeles ceremony.

TICHINA READS CONCRETE LOOP

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Essence.com chatted with actress Tichina Arnold recently and the subject of blogs came up. Check out what she said.

Essence.com: A few Black actresses criticized the Black female bloggers regarding the comments and rumors they’ve made about them. Do you explore the blogosphere and read what they’re saying about you?

T.A.: Yes, I love them! I think they are hilarious especially concreteloop.com. I really don’t get offended by what they say. I remember one time I went to this event and I thought I was decked out. I think my stylist was unavailable and I dressed myself, I can’t remember, but you couldn’t tell me I wasn’t looking good and they said something like, ‘We love Tichina, but she looks like Boy George!’ and I looked at the picture and thought, Damn, I do look like Boy George and I just fell out because to me it’s all about comedy. Another blog said I had chest hairs and I’m like, They trippin’! I look good and I don’t have no damn chest hairs (laughs)!’ Most of the times when the media decides to talk about me I’m like, I don’t care what the hell they say as long as my picture looks good. But it’s only when the comments gets vicious that I can understand where folks are coming from about the negativity and hate, but I just don’t take myself that seriously. I love reading the blogs! [READ THE FULL INTERVIEW]

That’s wassup. I’m still trying to find what post she was talking about. lol.

VANESSA SIMMONS HITS THE STAGE

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Vanessa Simmons has recently been added to the cast of J Kyle Manzay’s Off-Broadway comedy The Actor’s Rap!, set to run January 31st through March 1st at the Baruch Performing Arts Center.

The entertainment world has become familiar with Vanessa through the popular reality show based on her family’s life, Run’s House, just picked up for a fifth season on MTV.

The Actor’s Rap! is a hip-hop infused farce — where pop culture meets satire – that cleverly examines the downward spiral of an African-American actor who begins to lose roles – and girlfriends – to a famous rapper-turned-actor. Click here for more info.

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76.

CHACHA123

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

I always thought Beyonce imitated Tina quite a bit but I tend to give ppl the benefit of the doubt so I think she just respects Tina. The lady is a legend. Entertainers always pull from someone great fusing that person’s style with their own creating something fresh. Chris Brown loves him some Michael and has paid homage to him plenty. So, what’s the problem?

Oh, I can’t wait to see Tina and B and I pray it’s not a repeat of Usher and Luther. Usher was trying too hard on some award’s show to out sing Luther. It was annoying.

77.

cl lover

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@73 I co-sign

78.

Im the only polar bear up in this bitch

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Lmao @ Tichina, thats wassup!

79.

Yessica_simpson

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@71

Fergie’s shitty album “The Dutchess” has sold 3 million, is she a legend too? Is her album good just because it went triple platinum?

You are one dumb ass nappy headed hoe to believe sales equate to quality.

80.

CHACHA123

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

One more thing…

My niece loves B and has her BDay Experience DVD. I watched some of it recently and have to say the girl has lots of energy and gives a good show. She even does some old Prince and The Time moves. Again, just paying homage to the greats.

81.

alleged

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@CHACHA123

Are you trying to compare Chris “Non-singer” Brown to a legend like Michael? You seriously need some help for that crazy ass of yours.

82.

MISSISSIPPI G_DDAMN

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Laughing at the Anti-Stans smacking the shit out of the Beybots today!!

Anyways, as long as neither of them cross any picket lines, it’ll be alright. Papa Knowles is talking about having his acts cross the lines and that shyt is not cool.

Other than that, I’ll catch it on YouTube. I won’t waste too much of my quality TV time.

83.

8baller

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

and JSCENE mentioned my name……Well I love your bipolar ass too. Somebody get meds out cause she hasnt taken hers.

84.

MISSISSIPPI G_DDAMN

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Call me when Angela Bassett gets her muscle-ass up on the stage with TT!

85.

CHACHA123

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@Alleged

I don’t get a diability check nor have I been diagnosed with mental problems. I made some comments that you diagree with and misunderstood.

I was referring to Chris Brown and Michael’s dancing. I agree that Chris cannot sing but again, I was talking about dancing. So, what’s the problem with what he’s doing and what Beyonce is doing? (No need to reply if you have to name call.)

86.

Monique_RealTalk

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

I agree w/ you 8baller.

Beyonce and Tina are going to put on a great show!!

87.

niki1204

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

LOL @ Jscene!!! You need help AND a man.

88.

TMI4me

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

2 Legends with B and Tina.. I am so hoping this happens!! I love B and especially wen she “channels” her inner Tina.. that would be history in the making!

To “Jessica #2″

I agree with you I think it will be history for them. OMG I can’t wait to see it……

89.

Momo

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@ #80

I saw the Beyonce Experience when she came to Memphis. After that, I gained a whole new respect for the girl. One of the best concerts - if not THE best - I have ever been to. I’m sure Beyonce got influences from Tina and many other greats before her, but she is not a complete copy…Dang. Folks act like she has no talent at all.

90.

vexxed

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Bey Bey and the real momma Tina… whew…. all that shakin’ I’m gonna have to nail my funiture to the floor. I can’t wait. They are gonna have the richter scale jumpin’ at the Grammy’s!!!!

91.

Philippians 413

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Dang, some peeps is getting all EMOTIONAL up in here! It’s really not that deep.

Tina and Beyonce, yeah I’ll have to tune in for that one. I reckon that will be talked about for some time.

Love Tichina. Yeah Mediatakeout said that CRAP about her! They know their staff and their pathetic boss can’t come up with legit stories and fabricate most of it. Tichina girl you do you and leave the haters in the dust! Nothing but good wishes to you and your hard earned career!

Good to see Vanessa doing her thing. I never watched her on the Guiding light cause it’s not on ABC (General Hospital,hehe) but I watch Run’s house all the time since the beginning and I’m hooked!

92.

I'm just sayin'....no stan, no hater

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

anyways it will be something to see Tina and beyonce and i co-sign with #91…it really ain’t dat’ deep .Don’t let these fools…stans and other losers drive ya’ll crazy. stupid asses attack people who voice there own opinions.pray 4 jealous folks .case closed.

93.

get a life

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@82, the grammys are NOT being picketed!

anyway can’t wait to see this performance

94.

MISSISSIPPI G_DDAMN

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@93

Thanks for the update.

95.

flylike

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

im pretty positive Tina was getting hate back her time, just like Beyonce is now.
There’s nothing wrong with not liking a particular artist though, that to me is not a hater…
a hater is someone who constantly goes out there way to post on topics of the ppl they dont care for, i mean seriously we get it by now u dont like her…YOU HATE HER..
you dont know her but yet your attacks are most times personal, and nothing to do with her ability, that to me is retarded.
I mean its simple, u said like 2 million times already u dont like her shes crap, why come in every post and say the same damn shit, i don’t like 50 cents music, so when i see posts bout him i keep it moving..
you’d think this shit was chess..

plus pls tell me what artist hasn’t grabbed styles of previous artists and incorporated it with what they do?
…shit entire cultures are bases on elements of other cultures… i.e african american culture is a blend of african, european, white america , native america etc…

Now i mean if beyonce, dances like tina, janet, shakira sometimes, kinda like mj danced like james brown and others, thats not swagger jacking, now if she went on singing like tina, cut her hair like tina, dressed like tina or some then i’d get it…
otherwise u jus hatin , period…get a life.

96.

Southern Belle 225

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

I can’t wait to see this.. This should be great entertainment! They are both the ish and having them together on the same stage will be out of sight!

98.

flylike

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

based* not bases..

99.

Classy

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Beyonce and Tina performing is the best idea! That’s gonna be one riveting performance. They have two really different voices, so it will be interesting to see how they sound together. Theu’re both going to look great onstage. Tina is gonna turn that motha out! lol

Hi Tichina!

100.

Telisha

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Can’t wait! Tina and Bee with bring down the house! I am so excited!

101.

Don't Argue With Me It's Just An Opinion

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Beyonce weight be up and down like 64’s

102.

tasha

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Tina used to get her a$$ beat by Ike and then she danced like that….i wonder if Jay-z is beatin yaki’s a$$?

103.

simanga

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

THE WORLD IS COMING TO END IF SOUL JAH WINS A GRAMMY THAT GUY SHOULD BE IN SCHOOL NOT DOING THAT SILLY DANCE LOOKING LIKE FLAVOUR FLAV YOU WILL NEVER HEAR THAT SONG IN 2YRS TIME ITS CRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAP BUBBLE GUM SONG THAT GUY SUCKS

104.

SMILEY TODD

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@YESSICA

YOU SHUT THE HELL UP!! JUST BECAUSE YOU THOUGHT IT WAS GARBAGE, DOESNT MEAN THATS A FACT.

HER SALES WERE NOT GARBAGE, AND YOU NEED TO CHECK YOUR FACTS BEFORE YOU POST YOUR BULLSH*T… SHOW ME THE NUMBERS AND WE CAN TALK, BUT THAT’S RIGHT, YOU MADE YOUR “GARBAGE” NUMBERS UP IN YOUR HEAD…..

DUMB ASS CUNT.

105.

SMILEY TODD

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@41

IGNORANCE AND PSYCHOBABBLE??

I THINK YOU SHOULD BE POINTING THE FINGER AT YOURSELF. THERE WAS NO FACT TO YOUR STATEMENT. BUT I GUESS IN YOUR SILLY LITTLE WORKD THERE IS..

BECAUSE YOUR RELEVANCE IS DISREGARDED. YOU MUST BE A HATIN ASS SECRETARY OR SOMETHING WHO SITS AT HER DESK WISHIN SHE COULD BE BEY.. SMDH! LOL

HATERS MAKE THE DAMN WORLD GO AROUND… AND MAKE THOSE THEY HATE ON COLLECT 100 COMMENT POSTS AND $$$$ IN THE BANK IN NO TIME FLAT!! LOLOL LOSER.

106.

SMILEY TODD

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@50

SHE’S ALREADY A LEGEND B*TCH AND YOU CAN’T TAKE HER!!!

I LOVE IT!!! EAT IT EAT IT EAT IT!!!!!

LMFAO!! AND I LOVES ME SOME TINA, BUT WHO WILL EVERYBODY BE FOCUSED ON???

BEYONCE, B*TCH!!! EAT IT!!

107.

Hot sexy redbone

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

The dark skin freaks still hating on Beyonce why does these girls hate cuz Beyonce has that pretty fair skin, body and everything else. Beyonce is performing for a legend like she did 3 years ago and Tina cried cuz she says no one did her better than the one and only Yella bone light skin pretty Queen B. Beyonce cant help that most of yall dark skin fat, broke, proverty stricken nappyhead cunts. Fall back haters it is 2008 that Beyonce hate is so 2007 bitches!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

108.

Ara

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Beyonce and Tina Turner on the same stage performing…….a historical moment in music history, would love to see that.

109.

tyhonnie

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

All I Need Is Tinas Kneecap I’d Be Set For Life. Ticinna Responding To Her Daughter Funny. Fav Show E.H. Chris I Have To See The Show To The End Everytime Just To See Why They Hate Chris. What Up W/that Martin Movie Since Yall Cool? And B Thats Right Keep Showing The Makings Of U Becoming A Legend.

110.

KDL

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

B and Tina will be a very good look! I too, hope it happens!

111.

Kris

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

I dont give a damn about seeing B…I want to see Tina!!!!! I love that woman so much. Im praying this isnt just a rumor.

Congrats to Vanessa! I love watching her and her family on TV.

112.

Aries

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

I am SOOO Excited about the Bee and Tina Collabo! When they announced a couple of days ago that Beyonce was going to perform on the Grammy’s I was like What on earth could she be singing lol But I know that those two are going to work it. Especially Ms Tina

113.

african_queen

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

GREAT..this should be really good, lets pray miss B doesn’t over shadow Tina cause you know she’ll try it.

114.

jazzy

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Hot sexy redbone
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
The dark skin freaks still hating on Beyonce why does these girls hate cuz Beyonce has that pretty fair skin, body and everything else. Beyonce is performing for a legend like she did 3 years ago and Tina cried cuz she says no one did her better than the one and only Yella bone light skin pretty Queen B. Beyonce cant help that most of yall dark skin fat, broke, proverty stricken nappyhead cunts. Fall back haters it is 2008 that Beyonce hate is so 2007 bitches!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

im sorry but i have to agree. the reality is sad but true
lol

115.

clarkthink

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Beyonce and Tina Turner…………..Damn, I just wish Ike was alive to see this :-)

116.

tia

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

look at my bad bitch beyonce….i wish i was there to see that performance cuz thats tha homie right there…her and tina hookin up is a good look

tichina is great,i love her on martin and everybody hates chris,she is so crazy

go vanessa…..team simmons lol,shit wish i was a simmons,id have about 30 business ventures my damn self.

117.

:p

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

LMAO @ #114 ….IGNORANCE at it’s best.Case closed.

118.

Justice66

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Excuse me, but that’s Tina and Bee, NOT the other way around. Don’t get a legend confused with a “wanna be” legend, OK?

119.

Nunya

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Random Comment Alert: Is it just me or does Vanessa and Jo Jo look like the same EXACT person except for one being brown the other yellow (and of course the hair)? Every time I watch that show I am like DANG!!!! They both got this droopy face thing going on…I think its from the mom.

120.

tia

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

ya’ll kill me saying that b-day came out years ago when it was only a yeah and a half ago and not only that she still had hits off the album up until at least august of 07…..im jus sayin if you gon throw out facts make sure their FACTS HELLO! lol

121.

msblknasty1

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

no comment on bey and tina just wait and see…. all i know is that daddy was dertermined for bey to hit the stage even if she was being called a sscab at first lolololol ………… tichina has always been my fav ery since ryans hope good tichina do you gurl folks gon talk even if you look good lololol dam if you do and dam if you dont lolololololololo

122.

alwaysalady

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Why the hell would Tina do that to her reputation
Beyonce is gonna look stupid next to her maybe that was the motivation

123.

flylike

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

nunya dont say stupid shit like that she looks NOTHING like jojo lol

and sexy redbone & jazzy, damn these 2 dumb fucks can’t be serious.

124.

CARLISSIA

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

CANT WAIT TO SEE MY GIRL BEYONCE AND TINA HIT THE SATGE I KNOW ITS GOING TO BE HOTT .. AND STOP WITH THE HATE ITS 08 !!!!!!!!

125.

alwaysalady

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

#51
Just because she the best of some crap doesn’t mean she is good it just means she isn’t quite as bad as what? Britney well no sh*t
It’s like choosing which way you will die ultimately it all sucks but there is a best way.
Let others have their own opinions
There is a spell check isn’t there?
I feel you yessica

126.

CHERYLINMIAMI

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

TIA ITS BEEN OUT AND ON BILLBOARD 200 CHART FOR 66 WEEKS. THAT’S ABOUT WHAT, 1 YEAR AND 3 1/2 MONTHS.

THIS IS A GREAT THING, LEGEND AND HER PROTEGE’.

127.

ThinkAboutIt

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Tina and Beyonce is a good look - Beyonce and the legends at the Grammys once again. It should be nice.

Tichina’s commenta are right on point….
It’s curious that Essence is all what everyone thinks about these websites. I know they like every other print magazine are feeling the pinch, but they better get a strategy because blogs are growing and taking away their revenues.

128.

Taz

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Beyonce gets on my last nerve, not her personally but I am sooooo sick of seeing her. SHE IS OVER EXPOSED. BUT if she does this….I have to give her extra props. Beyonce is an idol in her own right and on her way, if not already there to being a living legend. Gotta give her them props.

129.

Gem

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

BORING: I KNEW Beyonce would duet with Tina the second her Dad said her performance would be great. So predictable.

130.

Gem

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Tichina can laugh at herself that’s good….
And, I’ll expect Beyonce to stay in hiding until she unveils her new Atkins trim physique to compete with Tina.

131.

Chulo

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

BEYONCE HATERZ KILL ME BEYONCE IS A TRUE STAR AND ENJOYS THE COMPANY OF POWERFUL WOMEN. FOR ANYONE WHO THINKS SHE DOESN’T HAVE HER OWN STYLE CLEARLY IS DISILLUSIONED SHE IS A STYLE MAVEN AND N ONE BUT J..LO CAN COMPARE. PLEASE STOP HATING AND CONGRATULATE FOR BEING THE STRONG POSITIVE PROGRESSIVE WOMEN. IF YOU HAVEN’T NOTICED I AM A HUGE FAN AND SUPPORTER.

132.

☆★Megan★☆

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Bey and Tina bout to shut it down!!

133.

Kanyade

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

To the ones using the c-word to insult perfect strangers and calling posters nappy-headed and ignorant STOP because you are truly displaying ignorance and lack of maturity in continuing to argue against a difference of opinion. Also those of you quoting statistics please STOP. Beyonce/Alicia dont need you to prove anything for them; they have already proven their worth. In regards to the post I am excited to see Tina perform again!

134.

Kyla

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

you all discuss me thats why i havent been going onto blogs anymore. You people are ignorant, blind and brainwashed. Look @ the grammys and who’s being nominated none of them have real talent. & You beyonce fans take it to far she is not a legend, yes the girl is the best out now, i mean it’s not hard to be look at what people consider to be talent. I am a music lover but I have negative feelings toward the music out now because no one is real, original and has real talent. Such a disappointment anyway I’m happy to see tina perform!

135.

Bfrank

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Finally everyone can see where Beyonce’ stills her moves and stage persona. Not hating by the way.

136.

alleged

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

@134

I agree, well said. The Grammy nominations are awful. Chris “Non-Singer” Brown was nominated for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration with another non-singer T-Pain…the Grammys have truly fallen the fuck off since Tina’s day.

137.

blackisbeautiful

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Wow hmmm? I’ve seen Tina and Beyonce performances seperately and I’m going to have to say that Tina and Beyonce are different. I think people think they are like because of the big wigs and the vegas showlight performance attire. Tina controls the stage like a man. When heard Ike say it I didn’t understand it but now I do. Tina was black woman who loud and was singing rock n roll while other black females singers were singing softly in gowns. The men were able to rock a stage rumbusctiously while the women were to remain refine. There’s a video where Tina was doing the James Brown no lie. Her presence was very strong like how the men would do it and it makes sense because she was inspired by male singers than female singers so she said before. Beyonce’s performances are wild but tranny-diva like and very femine as oppose to Tina. Don’t get me wrong Tina was all woman but she rough like a man lol..Beyonce’s more feminine..so I think there is difference..it’s just Beyonce dress attire is similar Tina’a and that’s as far as it goes with these women..can’t wait to see it though! ;)

138.

light skin rulessssssssssss!!!!!!!!

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Jazzy you my new concrete friend cuz we light skin people have to stick together b4 these dark skin, greasy skiletts take over. Face it people if you don’t like Beyonce and you are tired one thing is left to do and that is die!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Beyonce is here to stay and she is not going nowhere!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 Go Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

139.

Dame

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

I do hope my girl Bee keeps “Sasha” on a tight lease lol.

140.

8baller

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

#137 BLACKISBEAUTIFUL, you pretty much summed it up. There is more differences than similarities between the two women if you ask me.

141.

Harlem Mami

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Beyonce and Tina Turner are going to light that stage and I cannot WAIT to see it unfold! The Superbowl will be so overshadowed by the time they do their performance. I’ve seen Beyonce in concert THREE TIMES and the girl is a MONSTER!

142.

vj

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Tina gonna kill beyonce! Beyonce aint got nothing on tina and dont got nothing on tina neither!

143.

vj

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Matthew knowles is crossing the picket lines because his daughter dont write her own shit! Why would she strike? I see neyo striking not her! Matthew is a industry whore just like his daughter period.

144.

Marysfan

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

2 PHENOMENAL WOMEN ON 1 STAGE! WOW

145.

vj

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Jazzy that was real ignorant focus on the topic not the responses you stuck up bitch!

146.

Maurice

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Fierce and Fabulous! Legend passing the torch to Legend! I just love it! Tina admires Beyonce’s as a woman and artist. And Beyonce adores Tina as a woman, role model, and artist! History in the making! It doesn’t get any better than this!

147.

NuAgenda77

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Nooooooooo Tina, don’t do it!!!!! :)

148.

crazyfolks

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

I wont be watching the grammys! The award shows have been terrible!

149.

Kat

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

My two favorite performers on one stage! This will be one memorable performance! Beyonce has been really blessed to work with some many GREATS. She’s performed with Stevie, Luther, Prince, Bono, and now Tina! What a wonderful career,and she’s not through yet!

150.

Rashad

Wednesday, January 23, 2008 /

Love Beyonce and Tichina.
Congrats Vanessa

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