Brandy Engaged to Music Exec Ryan Press
B-Rocka is rocking a shiny new rock on her finger this holiday season.
Singer-actress Brandy Norwood is newly engaged after her music
executive boyfriend, Ryan Press, popped the question during
Christmas.
According to an insider that
spoke to US Weekly, the 33-year-old songstress happily
accepted Press’ proposal for her hand in marriage.
"They are thrilled and happy and Brandy feels this is so right," the source
told US Weekly.
The couple have reportedly been dating for two years and the "Full Moon"
singer had previously told US Weekly that after some rocky relationships, Press
helped to restore her faith in love.
"I had given up on love a long time ago. It just didn't seem to work for me,
so I was single for a very long time," the Moesha star said. "I stopped
looking for love and then I ran into my boyfriend."
While fans wait eagerly to catch a glimpse of the engagement ring, no plans
have been set on a wedding date.
Lil Flip Arrested for Gun and Drug Possession
arrested during the early morning hours of December 26th in Louisiana
after authorities initially pulled him over for speeding in a 2010 Dodge
Challenger through the DeSoto Parish on Interstate 49. Cops allegedly discovered
marijuana and a Bushmaster AR-15 assault rifle.
Both Flip, the driver, and occupant Olanza Sanders were subsequently
arrested. Flip (born Wesley Eric Weston) was charged with speeding, a
third-offense possesion of marijuana and possession of a firearm in the presence
of a controlled dangerous substance.
Sanders, who was charged with illegal possession of a firearm by a convicted
felon, posted bail and is free on $25,000 bond. Meanwhile, the 31-year old
rapper is currently being detained at the DeSoto Detention Center after failing
to post $35,000 bond.
Bow Wow: 'I Would Definitely Choose Acting Over Rapping'
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his music career with his acting work for the past 12 years. In his new military
film, Allegiance, which also stars Malik
Yoba, the 106 & Park host gets to stretch dramatically in his
portrayal of Specialist Chris Reyes. Bow Wow chatted to BET.com about playing a
soldier in his new film, why he loves acting more than the rap game and why
hosting 106 & Park is the
best job ever.
You had a pressure-cooker role in Allegiance and your performance
was quite impressive. How did you prepare for it?
We had a lot of extras
that were in the military, so we had that inside scoop. Plus, we also had a lot
of time to train and they taught us things. But I don’t prepare for any movie
that I do, I just jump right into it. I don’t act. I get in front of a camera
and I become myself. That was just a more serious side of me. I wanted to try
something different. I liked the story. I was glad to do it as a challenge.
There are a lot of rappers who act. So at this point in your career, which
would you call your first love, rapping or acting?
Movies and film are
my first love. I don’t really know why but I guess it’s because I just get to
be myself. Bow Wow is a character. Even when people see me on 106 &
Park, they’re looking at Bow Wow not Shad Moss. Shad is who I am in movies.
I think that’s why people gravitate to my movies, more so than my music, because
I opened up this passageway. People have seen me do it and like me doing it. I
love it. I would definitely choose acting and television over rapping —
anytime.
You’re also one of the new hosts of 106 & Park. What do you
love most about your new gig? The cafeteria at BET, I love the cafeteria.
This is like the first real job I’ve ever had in my life. I feel like Marcus,
Eddie Murphy’s character in Boomerang in a way. I’m in an office
building. There are tons of beautiful women all around all day. The mail guy is
like the Chris Rock character. I know him. I see him everyday, and he’s
like, “Bow! What up?” I just like waking up and knowing that I’m going to be
around a lot of great, positive people every day.
Was it challenging to go from interviewee to interviewer?
No, not
all. My whole philosophy is that everyone knows I’m Mr. 106. They brought me
here for a reason, to change the landscape of the show and keep people watching.
But I feel like it’s really my house and that everybody who comes on the show is
my guest. No matter how big the superstar or artist is, for me, when you step on
that stage you’re in my house. I can’t lose there. Plus, you know how long I’ve
been answering questions? Since I was nine years old. It’s about time I get to
ask all the questions and see how it feels on the other side. I can’t complain
at all. I love 106 & Park and I thank BET for allowing me to come on
board and do what I do.
Do you have any favorite interviews that you’ve done on 106 &
Park so far?
All of the interviews, because everyone who’s come to
the show I know them personally. Shaquille O' Neal is one my favorites.
I’ve been to Shaq’s house in Orlando and played ball with him. Usher
watched me grow up from a little boy to a man. T.I., we had him on the
show the other day. I’ve known him since my third album. For me, having
everybody come to the crib — it’s dope. It’s a nice feeling. It’s been a
blessing that I really know these guys away from the bright lights. It’s a good
feeling.
Shawty Lo Gettin Oxygen Reality Show, ‘All My Babies’ Mamas’?
Rapper Shawty Lo may be getting his own reality show on the Oxygen network. The show will be called All My Babies’ Mama’s and will center around the trap rappers interactions with his 10 BM’s and 11 children, according to Shadow and Act. For those of you hoping for a whole series of ratchetness, as for now, the show is only slated to be a 1-hour special.
Cori Abraham, Senior Vice President of Development at Oxygen Media, said, “‘All My Babies’ Mamas’ will be filled with outrageous and authentic over-the-top moments that our young, diverse female audience can tweet and gossip about.”
There is no official confirmation from Oxygen on when or if the show will air. But, if it does, will you watch?
