Jezebel: Erykah Badu

Erykah 'Badoula' Wants To Be A Midwife Too

Irin Carmon — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:20:00 EDT

Would you like Erykah Badu to be present at your birth? It could happen — she's already a doula, and now has said she wants to be a midwife. More »

Better Call Tyrone

Erin Gloria Ryan — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 13:25:00 EST

Dallas, Feb 4: Recording artist Erykah Badu spins during the Grey Goose lounge series at Super Bowl. Presumably, this trip to Dallas didn't end with Badu nude at the site of the Kennedy assassination. (Image via Getty) More »

Ray J Sticks Up For His Sister Brandy, Hates DWTS

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:30:00 EST

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Today in Tweet Beat, Ray J is no longer a fan of DWTS after his sister was eliminated instead of Bristol Palin. Plus, Lady Gaga gives an update on her forthcoming album. More »

Kanye Is Sorry If He Hasn't Offended You

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Kanye is self-aware, Erykah Badu is not pregnant, and Justin Bieber has finally earned some street cred. More »

Courtney Love Quits Twitter Over Crotch Shot

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 19:45:26 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Courtney Love quits Twitter after accidentally posing a provocative picture. Plus, Snooki got a dog and it puked on her. More »

Justin Timberlake Is Touched That You Went To The Movies

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Justin Timberlake appreciates your box office dollars, Malcom-Jamal Warner is on a morphine drip for food poisoning, and Rachel Zoe has a cavity—literally. More »

Mariah Carey Tweets In Code

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:30:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Mimi is confusing even her "lambs" with her latest acronym, Raekwon has a shout out to make, and Susan Orlean still prefers hard copies. More »

God Bless Amerykah

Anna Holmes — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:10:00 EDT

[Las Vegas, June 24. Image via Getty]

Megan Fox Didn't Get Engaged Again; L.A. Reimbursed $1 Million For Jackson Funeral

Margaret Hartmann — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:00:00 EDT

Earlier this week, Megan Fox's rep confirmed that she got re-engaged to Brian Austin Green. Last night she said, "We've been engaged for four years, so I don't know why the story is breaking now like it's new."

M.I.A.'s New Video: Very Violent, Very Political

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:00:00 EDT

M.I.A. has always mixed pop with politics. And her new video, for a track called "Born Free," is a nine-minute, disturbingly graphic film that raises more questions than it answers. More »

Scott Baio Vs. Jezebel, Day 2 (Plus Pictures!)

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:00:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Scott Baio tells us (in Italian) that "the broom and dustpan are in the closet." We think he's either calling us witches or imploring us to clean something. Plus, the Kardashians have written a book. More »

Terry Richardson Tweets Tits

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Terry Richardson posts a photo of nipples, Diddy is filming an episode of Inside the Actors' Studio, and Erykah Badu talks breastfeeding. More »

Oprah's Mom Doesn't Know Her Number; McGee Caught In Nazi Tattoo Lie

Margaret Hartmann — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 19:40:00 EDT

In her new unauthorized Oprah Winfrey tell-all, Kitty Kelly claims that Oprah's mother Vernita, "Buys $500 hats, and she has a very good life financially, but she can't reach Oprah. Oprah will not give her mother her telephone number."

Five-Year-Old Explains Erykah Badu: "She's Naked And Cool And Free"

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:20:00 EDT

There is a lot to be said about Erykah Badu's video for "Window Seat," but somehow a five-year-old says it best: "She feels naked and cool and free... It's just her body. I have a body." [LoveIsn'tEnough via Feministe] More »

Erykah Badu And The Liberian Sex Strike

Irin Carmon — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 18:00:00 EDT

Of the many astonishing, alternately horrifying and inspiring things that Liberian women's rights activist Leymah Gbowee said at breakfast this morning, there was the story of her taking off her clothes to prevent her arrest. More »

Advertising Fail

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:20:00 EDT

DC beauty salon D'Brows has decided to capitalize on the controversy surrounding Erykah Badu's latest video by suggesting that Badu's confidence comes from "a good waxing." The press release even nonsensically claims she "read this" before shooting the video. [TheSexist] More »

Miley Moves Out; J. Lo Says She Was At The "Forefront" Of A "Little Girl Movement"

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Miley Cyrus, 17, is getting her own place.

Inspired By Erykah Badu, Wanda Sykes Takes A "Middle Seat"

Hortense Smith — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 13:50:00 EDT

During an appearance on The Wanda Sykes Show last night, Erykah Badu addressed the controversy surrounding her "Window Seat" video, telling Sykes that her "point was grossly misunderstood all over America." Afterward, Sykes premiered a video of her own. [EW] More »

Liev And Naomi Hit A "Rough Patch," Rumors Of Bullock/James Sex Tape Surface, Lindsay's Checks Bounce

Hortense Smith — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:30:00 EDT

Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber are reportedly going through a "rough patch" due to ego problems:

"Dallas PD's Holding Press Conference to Announce It's Charging Erykah Badu"

Anna Holmes — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:30:00 EDT

Ugh. Seriously? Oh, and some loser filed a complaint yesterday. [Dallas Observer, Access Hollywood] More »

Window Seat: Does Erykah Badu's Booty Obscure Her Artistic Message?

Noorain Khan — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 13:40:00 EDT

A People.com poll posted yesterday afternoon asks, "Did Erykah Badu Go Too Far in Naked New Video?" So far, almost 60% of respondents agree. More »

Michael Lohan Says He'll "Remarry" Lindsay; Jesse & Friend Attack Paparazzo With Knife

Margaret Hartmann — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 19:30:00 EDT

In an interview Michael Lohan responded to Lindsay Lohan calling him her "ex-father" on Twitter saying, "maybe she's divorcing me today, but she'll remarry me once she gets her life back."

Erykah Badu: "Just Be Butt Naked Somewhere...With Glitter"

Anna Holmes — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:20:00 EDT

Not a lot of women would defend Louis Farrakkhan, much less defend Louis Farrakhan in Israel but singer Erykah Badu does not give a fuck... More »

"They Are Us. This Is What We've Become. Afraid To Respect The Individual."

Hortense Smith — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:00:00 EDT

Inspired by Matt & Kim's "Lessons Learned " video, Erykah Badu's new (and quite beautiful) video for "Window Seat," shows the singer progressively stripping off her clothing as the video goes on, ultimately ending with a shock and a lesson. More »

"And Then The String Said, 'I'm A Frayed Knot.'"

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 19:50:00 EDT

[New York, March 25. Image via Bauer-Griffin.]

Heidi Montag Is Hoping To Star In A Remake Of Splash

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST

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Today in Tweet Beat, Heidi Montag's dream is to star in a movie that no one plans on remaking, Kelly Cutrone is the "godmomma of sex toys," and Lisa Rinna shows us her wrinkles. More »

Questlove Questions NBC's "Black History Month" Menu

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST

Today in Tweet Beat, Questlove—the Roots' drummer and NBC employee—let's us know how NBC Studios is celebrating Black History Month, and Holly Madison has advice for large-breasted women. More »

Tracy Morgan Is Now On Twitter!

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:00:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Twitter is about to get way funnier now that Tracy Morgan signed up, Miley Cyrus deleted her account per a boy's request, and Martha Stewart just got two of the cutest kittens ever. More »

Eli Roth Is A Mama's Boy

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:20:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Eli Roth's mom breaks into his house to leave him home-cooked meals, Stephanie Pratt is reading a book, and Elizabeth Taylor needs your prayers. More »

Holly Madison Is Not A Fan Of Airbrushed Photos

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:30:00 EDT

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Today in Tweet Beat, Miley Cyrus lost something (no not that), Dave Coulier got recognized in a Home Depot (but mistaken for another celebrity), and Frances Bean Cobain is wise beyond her years. More »

Yoko Ono Turns To Twitter To Express The Importance Of Letter-Writing

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 18:40:00 EDT

Today in Tweet Beat, Yoko prefers snail mail, Tyra makes an important announcement about her real hair, Sherri Shepherd is missing a box of fake hair, and someone hired Pauly Shore to act in something. More »

She Wants Her Rim Shot

Anna Holmes — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:50:00 EDT

[Governors Island, August 4. Image via WENN]

Erykah Wants Her Rim Shot

Anna Holmes — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:50:00 EDT

[Anaheim, June 2. Image via WENN]

Kate Moss Tells All; Gucci Goes After Guess

Sadie Stein — Thu, 07 May 2009 12:30:00 EDT

Kate Moss has signed on with Virgin Books to pen a presumably un-virginal "no holds barred" autobiography. Says publisher Sir Richard Branson, "It's going to make an exciting read." [Telegraph]

Miley Cyrus In Racist Photo Scandal

Dodai Stewart — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 09:00:00 EST

Miley Cyrus is seen "slanting her eyes" in a picture that's been circulating on the web.

Loose Lips

Jessica G. — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:40:00 EDT

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman: dunzo. The break up was mutual and they ask to respect their privacy and etc, etc.. • In response to haters who talked smack about her, Erykah Badu struck back in the forums of her website. She tells those who judge her for having different fathers for her children to, among other things, "kiss my placenta." Best insult ever. • Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban won't be selling photos of wee Sunday Rose…at least not for a while. According to a source, "They don't think it's appropriate to make deals. They are still deciding how they feel about (it) - if and when they will release a photo at all." [Us, Young, Black and Fabulous,Dlisted ] More »

Stress, Health Problems Factors In Fashion Model's Suicide

Sadie Stein — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:00:00 EDT

Kazakh model Ruslana Korshunova jumped to her death from her Manhattan apartment in an apparent suicide Saturday. The 20-year-old had been featured on the cover of Vogue and walked for Marc Jacobs, Nina Ricci and DKNY. [CNN]
Friends say Korshunova had been suffering from health problems and personal stress. [New York Post]
And in a shocking show of ghoulishness ('poor taste' doesn't begin to approach this one), Fox News has aired footage of her body. [Huffington Post]
Oy vey.Real World producers sign on for Project Runway. Bring on the hot tub. [Variety]

Lindsay Gets Ugly; Courtney Love Hospitalized; Jamie Lynn's Shower

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 05 May 2008 09:00:00 EDT

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Lindsay Lohan will appear on SIX EPISODES of Ugly Betty, including the season finale. LL will play an old classmate of Betty's who is down on her luck. Naomi Campbell, Christian Siriano, Victoria Beckham and now Lindsay? It's official: Ugly Betty is the new Love Boat. [TMZ]

Lindsay Lohan To Ashley Olsen: Back Off Of My Girl Sam

Dodai Stewart — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Lindsay Lohan: Protective of lady love Samantha Ronson. A source says "Ashley Olsen said hello to Sam at [NYC hotspot Beatrice Inn], and Lindsay screamed at her, 'Get your 15-year-old Full House ass away from my girlfriend.'" [Page Six]

Erykah Badu: "Just Be Butt Naked Somewhere...With Glitter"

Moe — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Not a lot of women would defend Louis Farrakkhan, much less defend Louis Farrakhan in Israel but singer Erykah Badu does not give a fuck; she'll tell you if you've got period blood on your ass, she'll tell you when you need to get ass implants, and no she does not know the names of any Israeli pop singers off the top of her head why the fuck should she. In this clip from the forthcoming IFC documentary film Before The Music Dies, Erykah offers up tomorrow's female industry darlings some frank advice on the real secret to success: "ho shit." Lol. More »