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  • Candace Owens Offers to Pay Carlee Russell’s $18K Restitution If She Agrees to an Interview About Her Whereabouts During the 48 Hours She Went Missing.

    Candace Owens Offers to Pay Carlee Russell’s $18K Restitution If She Agrees to an Interview About Her Whereabouts During the 48 Hours She Went Missing.

    Candace says,

    “America deserves to know”

    What really happened during the 48 hours when Carlee was missing.

    Candace Owens has offered to pay Carlee Russell‘s recommended $18,000 in restitution to the judge in exchange for an interview on her show, she announced.

    When Carlee Russell allegedly disappeared while assisting a toddler on the side of the highway in the summer, chaos ensued online. Extensive search efforts were made to locate the missing woman, but her loved ones were surprised when she was found walking barefoot back to their house 48 hours after she was reported missing. The details of what occurred during Russell’s disappearance remain largely unknown, but Candace Owens is determined to provide the answers we have been seeking.

    Russell, a 26-year-old nursing student from Alabama, convinced the world that she was kidnapped on July 13 after calling 911 to report a child wandering alone on an interstate, wearing only a diaper.

    She was

    “missing”

    For 48 hours, but investigators discovered and announced that the story was a hoax nearly two weeks later.

    Candace previously criticized Carlee for her kidnapping hoax, stating that

    “she’s worse than Jussie Smollett and should spend some time in prison,”

    But now she is requesting an interview from her.

    Carlee was found guilty of two misdemeanor charges for lying to the police about being kidnapped and witnessing a baby walking on the side of the highway in Hoover, AL. The judge ordered her to pay $18,000 in restitution and recommended a sentence of up to a year in jail, with six months for each charge.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts on this? Do you think Candace will convince Carlee to reveal the truth?

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  • Jada Pickett Smith Reveals Shocking News About Engagement Ring Purchase After Will Smith Proposed

    Jada Pickett Smith Reveals Shocking News About Engagement Ring Purchase After Will Smith Proposed

    According to Insider Jada Pinkett Smith reveals in her memoir

    “Worthy”

    Where she detailed her childhood, Hollywood stardom, and relationship with Will Smith that she bought her own engagement ring after he proposed to her so she could maintain some form of control and prepare herself for marriage, per Insider.

    “I went to Harry Winston in Beverly Hills and bought my ring, a nice-sized pear-shaped diamond set in a platinum band,”

    Jada Pinkett wrote in her newly released memoir.

    “By buying my own ring, I took some measure of control and sent the message to myself: All right, get with the program.”

    She went on to reveal that a decade later, Will Smith outdoes himself and gets a 10-carat Graff diamond ring, she added that in the moment she had to move quickly to make it all real and concrete for her psyche. Jada says the ring was a statement to her fear saying

    “Get used to this now.”

    The pair wed in 1997 and have two children together, son Jaden Smith and daughter Willow Smith, but Pinkett Smith never wished to be married. 

    Jada Pinkett says this choice was never about Will Smith, it was due to her long-held belief that marriage wasn’t for her additionally stating that her mom Adrienne Banfield had two failed marriages.

    “My big predicament was being too scared to get married and just as scared not to get married,” she said. “I was stuck.”

    After Jada became pregnant with their first child, her mom told her that she had to marry Smith.
    Despite her resistance to the concept of marriage, she accepted Smith’s proposal. 

    “Once I accepted that this tiny being inside me was having her or his way, and had chosen us as parents, I was able to listen to Will when he came to my side as I was resting on the chaise lounge I had put in his bedroom,”

    She wrote.

    “As I was lying there, trying to ease my all-day pregnancy sickness, Will leaned in and proposed by saying there was no way I was going to have a baby without him marrying me.”

    “All I could do was cry,”

    Pinket Smith.

    “His proposal was beautiful and sincere, but I was scared as hell.”

    When Jada and Will got married in December 1997, she found herself

    “straight-up bawling”

    While walking down the aisle.

    “I was happy and sad, hopeful and scared, triumphant and uncertain,” she said. “But what I knew was that I was going to give this marriage my best.”

    Although Jada Pinkett and Will have been legally married for more than two decades, she revealed during her promotional tour for Worthy that they quietly separated in 2016.

    She also said that the pair

    “did some really deep work together”

    After the 2022 Oscars and are currently working on reconciling.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts on this, should they keep it coming or keep us out of grown folks’ business?

  • 5 Times Jamie Foxx Dominated a Movie Role

    5 Times Jamie Foxx Dominated a Movie Role

    Jamie Foxx‘s films are a testament to his remarkable talent and his willingness to take on a challenging roles. Foxx has consistently proven his ability to breathe life into every role he undertakes.

    1. Ray (2004):

    Foxx won the Best Actor Academy Award for his depiction of the great musician Ray Charles in this biographical drama. His commitment to portraying Charles’ particular voice and mannerisms was nothing short of astounding.

    2. Django Unchained (2012):

    Foxx gave a compelling performance as Django, a freed slave turned bounty hunter, under Quentin Tarantino‘s direction. His gravitas and magnetism in this spaghetti western demonstrated his capacity to hold the audience’s attention.

    3. Collateral (2004):

    Foxx in the character of Max, a cab driver who unknowingly becomes involved in a contract killer’s terrifying schemes. His portrayal of a typical guy who was tested to the maximum revealed his talent for playing emotionally powerful characters.

    4. The Soloist (2009):

    Nathaniel Ayers (Foxx), a musician suffering from mental illness. Foxx is wonderful as Ayers and avoids many of the pitfalls actors can fall into when playing mentally ill characters.

    Instead of milking the situations Foxx finds the truth at the center of each scene and uses it to reveal tiny yet hugely affecting character notes.

    5. The Players Club (1998):

    Foxx, had the most assured performance in the film, playing Blue, a naive DJ who falls for Diana. He’s the most natural actor in the entire cast.

    When the third act makes Blue the protagonist, Foxx rises to the occasion and closes the film on a high note.

    #Clique, which of these movies makes you conclude that Foxx is the GOAT?

  • The Car Crash in 2002 Gave Me Signs of Autism, I Am Not Bipolar, Says Kanye West

    The Car Crash in 2002 Gave Me Signs of Autism, I Am Not Bipolar, Says Kanye West

    Ye, aka Kanye West, wants the public to know he’s not bipolar, as previously claimed. Instead, he says he has “signs of autism” caused by his car crash in 2002, reports TMZ.

    In a bizarre text rant to Elon Musk, Kanye says,

    “When are we going to speak? You owe me nothing. You never have to speak to me again. But if we do speak, the nature of the relationship has to change. I’m not bipolar. I have signs of autism from my car accident.”

    The rapper continues,

    “You can’t watch Kim keep my kids from me and not say anything publicly,

    then call yourself my friend so I can bring my audience to your struggling platform.”

    As a result of the autism remark that Kanye referred back to his accident in 2002,

    which caused his alleged “signs of autism.”

    While Kanye was driving home from a recording studio around 3 AM in October 2002 when he allegedly fell asleep behind the wheel of a rented Lexus, crashing into an oncoming car.

    Kanye completely shattered his jaw in the accident, and the other driver broke both legs. Kanye had to have his jaw wired shut during the healing process,

    Which was an inspiration behind his hit

    “Through the Wire.”

    What’s also clear from the messages is that Kanye is still at war with Kim Kardashian, claiming she’s keeping the kids from him.

    With his current claims regarding his kids, we’ve seen Kanye in Italy for months with his wife,

    Bianca Censori, and only with his kids a couple of those times, including a visit from Saint only a few weeks ago.

    Elon suspended Ye’s Twitter account in December for antisemitic remarks the rapper made, including stating he was going to go “Go death con 3 on JEWISH PEOPLE.

    However, the account was reinstated again in July, but Kanye hasn’t been active on the platform.

    It’s unclear if the duo has squashed their beef over a private dinner. It’s still unsure if Elon intends to bring Kanye back onto Twitter with some other type of opportunity.

    #Clique, what do you think could have spurred Kanye’s texts to the Tesla founder this time?

  • Cookie Company Creates Vegan Lactation Line Perfect for Expectant and New Moms in Milk Production

    Cookie Company Creates Vegan Lactation Line Perfect for Expectant and New Moms in Milk Production

    Shalonda Vasquez, drawing on her background and a baking tradition passed down from her grandmother’s kitchen, founded Sofia & Grace. The company was established when her twin daughters were just one year old.

    The company embodies the playful spirit of its namesake twins and offers a menu filled with adventurous flavors like red velvet, maple, sweet potato, S’mores, coconut caramel, PB&J, as well as vegan and traditional cookie options.

    Since opening its doors in 2017, Sofia & Grace Cookie Company has been delighting communities in Brooklyn and beyond with delicious cookies, snacks, and baked treats.

    As Brooklyn’s happiest destination for baked desserts, Sofia & Grace Cookie Company brings back the joy of childhood. Each bite offers a taste of pure happiness!

    The brand has curated a line of cookies specifically for expectant and new moms who may benefit from additional support in milk production. The vegan lactation line is designed to provide that assistance.

    What are your thoughts on this, #Clique?

  • Black-Owned Winery “Theopolis Vineyards” Promotes Diversity in the Wine Industry

    Black-Owned Winery “Theopolis Vineyards” Promotes Diversity in the Wine Industry

    Theopolis Vineyards is a small-lot vineyard and handcrafted winery located in California’s prestigious Yorkville Highlands of the Anderson Valley.

    Established in 2003, wine critic Robert Parker bestowed a stellar rating of 94-96 points upon the wine made from grapes harvested from Theopolis Vineyards, marking a spectacular showing for the vintner’s first harvest in 2006.

    Emboldened by the exceptional fruit produced by the land, founder Theodora R. Lee, also known as Theo-patra, Queen of the Vineyards, bottles her own award-winning wines.

    In addition to bottling the richly intense and flavorful Petite Sirah and Rosé of Petite Sirah, Theopolis Vineyards also strikes a lighter note by bottling Symphony, a white wine that is a crossing of Muscat and Grenache Gris.

    In 2001, Ms. Lee purchased sheep land in the Yorkville Highlands of Anderson Valley and began developing her vineyard. This process involved various complexities, including clearing the land, conducting soil tests, obtaining permits to remove some trees, drilling an agricultural well, and terracing the property. Finally, in 2003, Ms. Lee planted her 5-acre vineyard. She adopted her Greek name from pledging Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and established Theopolis Vineyards.

    What are your thoughts on this, #Clique?

  • Tony Todd: The Iconic Black Actor Dominating the Scary Movie Space

    Tony Todd: The Iconic Black Actor Dominating the Scary Movie Space

    The horror genre has often served as a gateway for aspiring filmmakers, providing a platform for Black voices that may have been less accessible in other parts of Hollywood.

    Tony Todd, a true legend in the industry, has made an indelible mark in the world of horror cinema. His portrayal of the iconic character Candyman in the cult classic films has solidified his status as one of the greatest characters in the genre’s history. Candyman tells the story of an African American artist who is tragically murdered due to his romantic involvement with a white woman.

    Released in 1992, Candyman is an American gothic supernatural horror film written and directed by Bernard Rose. The film introduces Candyman as a ghostly figure summoned when his name is spoken three times in front of a mirror.

    Tony Todd’s portrayal of Candyman holds a significant place in film history, as he became the first African American character to be immortalized as the main antagonist in a horror film. Despite sequels and a remake, it is difficult to surpass Todd’s iconic performance as this ghoulish entity.

    What are your thoughts on Tony Todd’s incredible contribution to the horror genre?

  • “DICKS: The Musical” Starring Megan Thee Stallion

    “DICKS: The Musical” Starring Megan Thee Stallion

    “DICKS: The Musical”

    Is a 2023 American musical comedy film directed by Larry Charles, based on the off-Broadway musical

    “Fucking Identical Twins”

    by Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson.

    The film stars Sharp and Jackson as a pair of identical twins who plot to reunite their divorced parents.

    Two business adversaries who realize they’re identical twin brothers decide to switch places to reunite their divorced parents so they can all become an actual family again.

    From its eyebrow-raising title to its gleefully provocative humor, talented cast, and catchy songs, DICKS: The Musical is a cult movie in the making.

    A twisted genre experiment that plays with sexuality, classic genre tropes, and general lunacy, it’s half a movie, but it’s so committed to its rebellious tone that it makes for a hell of a half. Reportedly, a production that ran as a two-man stage show by its leads for years.

    The musical numbers are legitimately well-done, funny, witty, and sometimes even moving.

    The film had its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, 2023. On October 6, 2023, it was released in the United States by A24, as the studio’s first musical film.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts on this?

  • Three Black Designers You Didn’t Know Beyoncé Rocked At Her Renaissance Tour

    Three Black Designers You Didn’t Know Beyoncé Rocked At Her Renaissance Tour

    The Renaissance World Tour was the ninth concert tour by American singer-songwriter Beyoncé.

    The highly-anticipated show featured inventive set design, a decades-spanning setlist, and a plethora of standout style moments, from archival pieces to custom looks and nearly everything in between.

    Beyoncé debuted numerous new looks over the tour’s run, many of which honored local designers at each stop of the tour. Let’s take a look.

    1. Telfar

    Despite saying her

    “Telfar bag imported,”

    It took Beyoncé until her tour’s Seattle stop to sport a look from the New York brand. The red, sequined cut-out bodysuit was certainly worth the wait, and Blue Ivy also had a matching look from Telfar.

    Telfar Clemens is a fashion designer and founder of the brand Telfar. Telfar’s collection incorporates unisex designs with the principles of comfortable sportswear and ‘simplexity.’

    2. Laquan Smith

    New York designer LaQuan Smith crafted this silver, shattered glass bodysuit for the singer’s Amsterdam stop. She paired the plunging piece with an equally disco-worthy cape and heels.

    LaQuan Smith is a luxury fashion designer and founder of womenswear clothing brand LaQuan Smith, LLC. Smith serves as the chief executive officer and is based in New York City.

    3. Tongoro Studio

    Sarah Diouf, the designer behind African brand Tongoro, designed this black-and-white motif bodysuit, gloves, and boots for the singer’s Santa Clara, California show.

    The brand was launched in spring 2016. Tongoro is a 100% made-in-Africa label designed and produced in Dakar, Senegal. The brand focuses on understanding the fashion that customers want, offering playful and unique apparel.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts on this?

  • This Italian Crime Drama “My Name Is Vendetta” Is A Must-Watch

    This Italian Crime Drama “My Name Is Vendetta” Is A Must-Watch

    Lovers of crime and mystery films, get in here! In this story, enemies from the past kill a man’s wife and brother-in-law. This former mafia enforcer and his daughter flee to Milan to plot their revenge.

    Sofia is a quiet teenager who spends her time between hockey games, in which she is the champion, and off-road driving lessons. Until the moment when she disobeys Santo, her father, and secretly photographs him, publishing a photo on her Instagram.

    The small post is enough to change their lives forever. Following the computer trail, two criminals enter their home and brutally kill Sofia’s mother and uncle, giving rise to a settling of scores that has been brooding for almost twenty years.

    Sofia will discover that the truth has always been withheld from her and that Santo hides a dark past as an affiliate of the N’drangheta. Not without conflict, Sofia will embrace a legacy of fury and violence and will ally with her father to seek merciless revenge.

    “My Name Is Vendetta”

    Is a 2022 Italian crime action film directed by Cosimo Gomez, starring Alessandro Gassmann, Ginevra Francesconi, and Remo Girone.

    Clique, what are your thoughts on this?