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The Rev. Al Sharpton takes things in stride even hip-hop! Sharpton recently found himself part of the new Jay-Z album 4:44. Theres a song called Family Feud that takes aim at both Sharpton and Bill Cosby. The Sharpton lyric is in reference to his recently sending out profile pics of his weight loss from his home. That started quite a buzz on social media. Sharpton says hes both flattered and inspired to know hes part of the hip-hop lexicon of 2017. No word from Cosby, but the lyrics on the legendary comedian are little harsher in reference to his sex abuse and drugging charges and accusations. Jay-Z also appears to answer wife Beyoncs Lemonade song by rapping about sending away Becky with the good hair.

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The Tupac Shakur biopic All Eyez On Me has grossed over $42 million at the box office, but now the late rappers romance with The Material Girl is taking center stage. An alleged prison letter has surfaced from the controversial rapper, who was shot to death in 1996 at the age of 25, addressed to Madonna. These letters are apparently from 1995 when Shakur was serving a sexual abuse sentence. He apologized to Madonna for not being the friend he could have been. Shakur also noted how their interracial relationship would be a positive look for her but would seem like a betrayal to half of his audience. He also asked if shed visit him in prison, and offers his friendship again to her. Madonna, 13 years Shakurs senior, hasnt commented on the accuracy of the letters as of press time. Madonna did post up a picture with Shakur on her social media on what would have been Shakurs 46th birthday this past June.

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Tiny & T.I. together or no? Recently Tiny, aka Tameka Cottle, rejoined her former group Xscape and they started touring. At a holiday concert appearance in Detroit, the Xscape members pulled out of the audience their significant others and serenaded them, a la Destinys Child at The BET Awards. Whats so strange is Tiny pulled up T.I., whom she filed for divorce from last December. Are the two getting back together? T.I. and Tinys family was considered reality TV show gold when they were on VH1 with The Family Hustle. The divorce is dragging on because after all there are children and two careers/monies to deal with or maybe something else? Are the two trying to reconcile?

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Could model Eva Marcille be putting her foot back into the TV reality show world with Real Housewives of Atlanta? The former 2004 Americas Next Top Model winner has been spotted in Atlanta filming with her friend NeNe Leakes. That just might be a good fit. Marcille comes with her own very loyal audience.

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Here comes the Russell Simmons story! The founder of Def Jam Records and hip-hops legendary entrepreneur Russell Simmons is having Fox TV develop a show around his life experiences in route to becoming one of musics most impactful influencers. Kenya Barris, the co-creator/ executive producer/show runner for black-ish, is writing the script. As of press time, no air date or details about casting from Fox or Simmons and Barris, but the shows current working title is Life And Def: Sex, Drugs, Money And God.

Zendaya is on the cover of the current issue of Vogue. Shes talking about her love life and the twist she wants to put on her Disney stardom. The 20-year-old singer/actress has spent the past seven years on two Disney Channel hits: Shake It Up and the current K.C. Undercover. Zendayas gearing up for Spider-Man: Homecoming with Tom Holland, Donald Glover, Bokeem Woodbine, Marisa Tomei, Michael Keaton, comedian Hannibal Buress and Garcelle Beauvais. Spider-Man: Homecoming opens in theaters Friday and Zendayas Vogue magazine issue is available now.

Missy Elliott graces the cover of Elle magazine for their Women In Music issue. Elliott talks of her never compromise art-mindset, and never worrying about following trends since she doesnt fit in anyway. Elliotts Elle magazine issue is available now.

The ESPN Body issue hits stands with the sports worlds best stripping down. This year features NBA star and Boston Celtic Isaiah Thomas, WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike and NFLer and Dallas Cowboy Ezekiel Elliott. In the same issue, tennis champ Serena Williams and multiple NBA title holder and champ Lebron James were voted Best Bodies.

My favorite music series, UnSung, is back. This summer, the TV One documentary show features the life and career stories of Marvin Sapp (July 16), Switch (July 23), The Dramatics (July 30), Shanice (August 6) and Ice-T (August 13). UnSung airs Sundays at 10 p.m., but will begin Sunday with a special two-part season premiere starting at 9 p.m. with Wyclef Jean followed at 10 p.m. by Jagged Edge.

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(AllHipHop Rumors) While Jay-Z was talking that good shhhhh on his new album, 4:44, he ruffled a lot of feathers in the process.

Jay even addressed Rev. Al Sharptons viral selfies.

Al Sharpton in the mirror taking selfies. How is him and Pill Cosby spose to help me, rapped Jay-Z on Family Feud.

Al Sharpton already told yall that if we could have a terrible president that tweets every second of the day, he doesnt plan on stopping his selfies, especially when hes out making change.

He also took to the gram to clap back at Jay.

Tell #JayZ, we still taking selfiesbut Im taking care of business down here too. With @yazzthegreatest in New Orleans in between sessions at #EssenceFest2017, said Sharpton.

Al and these selfies are hilarious. Although Jays lyrics seem to be a bit mocking, Jay and Al really need to come together and do some good! Carry on.

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Al Sharpton Has A Message For Jay Z! - AllHipHop (blog)

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Essence Fest 2017 commenced last night with A Soul of Nola press conference sponsored by Coca-Cola to salute the 61st mayor of New Orleans, Mitch Landrieus 16-year partnership with the organization. The evening also served as an emotional farewell as Landrieus second term in office comes to a close.

Several board members of Essence magazine shared eloquent testimonies of their working relationships with Landrieu, including Michelle Ebanks, president; Vanessa K. De Luca, editor-in- chief; Joy Profit, general manager; Staci Hallmon, VP sales; and Rev. Al Sharpton who was given a standing ovation after his dynamic speech.

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The civil rights activist opened his speech with a recollection of his flight to New Orleans earlier that morning as he listened to more vitriolic commentary from President Donald Trump, As I came in from New York and saw some of the uppityness from the President about a woman I hope he looks to New Orleans to see what real women of beauty and intellect are. Look this way, Mr. President!

Sharpton went on to remark that even while Trump plans to cut Medicaid and continues to destroy our countrys economy he believes Black women are going to stand and rise to the occasion because they always have.

Sharpton also shared profound words on Mayor Landrieus impact on the city during such a critical era. He redefined New Orleans. In one era, we remember the levees being brought down; he brought down the statues of hate, bigotry and division, he said.

Mayor Landrieu has been a beacon of hope for the city of New Orleans and has made the Democratic Party proud.His second term will end in December 2017.

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Rev. Al Sharpton lauds New Orleans' mayor for removing symbols of hate, bigotry - Rolling Out

I dont know how we got to this point, but we literally have Jay-Z referencing Al Sharpton on his new album, and not for his often profound words about race and religion.

The reverend has made himself into a meme recently by posting himself prior and post working out. The Internet has had a field day with these shenanigans and its been one of the biggest running jokes of 2017. Its so big in fact, that even Hov has used some of the lyrics on his brand new 4:44 album.

Yall think small, I think Biggie / Yall whole pass is in danger, ten Mississippi / Al Sharpton in the mirror takin selfies / How is him or Bill Cosby sposed to help me? he raps on the song Family Feud.

Well, Sharpton wasnt going to let it pass, and decided to respond to Jays poking fun at him. Via Twitter, AS said he wasnt about to stop taking selfies.

Tell Jay Z we still taking selfies...but I'm taking care of business down here too! he tweeted. W/ @YazzTheGreatest in btwn sessions at #EssenceFest2017.

We really hope Reverend Sharpton doesnt stop. Yall really have gotten out of hand with this though. Ugh, the tomfoolery.

Anyway, peep the reverends tweet about Jay-Zs 4:44 line below.

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Al Sharpton Isn't Too Worried About Jay-Z's '4:44' Reference To His ... - BET

The awards gala, which celebrates pan-African achievement, will be held on Saturday July 15th in New York City

Pan-African Media Company Face2Face Africa has officially announced the honorees for the 2017 FACE List Awards taking place on Saturday, July 15th in New York City.

Dubbed the pan-African achievement honors, The F.A.C.E. List Awards celebrate the icons and heroes of today who have paved the way for the younger generation and impacted the discourse on pan-Africas image, its future, and potential.

As the capstone event of the Pan-African Weekend, the awards gala brings the business community together for an unforgettable celebration of the success stories emerging within the pan-African community each year.

In the 6thannual edition, this years awards will continue to carry on Face2face Africas tradition of honoring a group of inspirational heroes with uniquely fascinating stories to tell, and bringing the pan-African community together for an unforgettableevening of inspiration and camaraderie.

The 2017 honorees include one of the nations most renowned civil rights leaders, Rev. Al Sharpton, who will be receiving the Icon Award for Impact in Advocacy and Social Justice. Rev. Al Sharpton has been praised by President Barack Obama as the voice of the voiceless and a champion for the downtrodden.

Ethiopian-born Mimi Alemayehou, Managing Director of Black Rhino Group and Chair of Blackstone Africa Infrastructure LP, will be receiving the Impact in Business Award.TumaBasa, the Global Head of Hip-Hop Programming at Spotify will be receiving the Impact in Music Award while Beverly Bond, founder of the women empowerment organization Black Girls Rock will be receiving the Trailblazer Award. Adenah Bayoh, a serial entrepreneur and real estate developer will receive the Entrepreneurship award.

AMREF Health Africais this years recipient of the Ubuntu Award for Service. WNBA Player ChineyOgwumike and Neuroscientist KwadwoSarpong will be receiving the YACE (Youth) Award.

The awards dinner/gala will be held on Saturday July 15th, at ESPACE Ballroom in New York City. Pre-reception/Red-Carpet will commence at 6:30 p.m., promptly followed by dinner and the awards show. Grammy Award winning artists Wyclef Jean will be headlining the show with a performance of some of his classics. Guests will enjoy a delectable full-course dinner, a night filled with entertainment and inspiration as well as the opportunity to meet and network with the pioneers, celebrities and power players of pan-African affairs.

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Mimi Alemayehou, Rev. Al Sharpton, And More To Be Honored At The 6th Annual Face List Awards - Africa.com