Chris Brown Gets A Rihanna Tattoo
*Insert mega eye roll here* If the kiss heard around the world wasn’t enough, Chris Brown has decided to get a tattoo of a battered woman on his neck. Though Brown denies that the tat is inspired by the infamous photo of Rihanna, it’s a clear play for media attention. Yawn. (Via Daily News)
Barack Obama Talks Nicki Minaj’s Tweet
And in other news: Yet another popstar was looking for press last week. Nicki Minaj dropped a verse on Lil Wayne’s latest mixtape, claiming that she planned to vote for Mitt Romney. After POTUS went on a radio show to confront the rapper’s lyrics, Minaj tweeted: “Ha! Thank you for understanding my creative humor & sarcasm Mr. President, the smart ones always do… *sends love & support*.” (Via Hollywood Reporter)
September 11th Memorial Back On
In the 11th year after the September 11th attacks, some are fuming that the memorial at Ground Zero is still not complete. Well, according to the New York Times, the construction has resumed and will be complete by the end of 2013. (Via NYTimes)
GQ Recruits Rajon Rondo As Intern
In one of the coolest team-ups we’ve seen, GQ recruited basketball star Rajon Rondo to help the mag out during New York Fashion Week. He’ll be blogging on behalf of GQ throughout the week. So, Rondo, Oxfords or Oxblood? (Via GQ)
Frank Ocean Brings John Mayer To SNL
So what if Kristen Wiig and Andy Samberg aren’t on SNL anymore? Ratings will still soar this weekend as Frank Ocean teams up with John Mayer on his musical performance. But what will they sing? Please, Lord, let it be “Pyramids,” but we’ll take “White” too. (Via Vulture)
Anti-Gay Ad Sent Out By Republican Camp
In Buffalo, NY, a politician has been badmouthed for voting in support of gay marriage. Republicans recently sent out a mailer accusing State senator, Mark Grisanti, of taking in $750,000 in exchange for a gay marriage vote. Apparently, there’s no evidence to support this claim…so we’ll just call it hater-ade. (Via Huffington Post)
