By Jennie
Celebrity news this week has of course been dominated by the sad and untimely passing of Whitney Houston, but as they say, the show must go on:
* Chris Brown was supposedly at Rihanna’s birthday party this past week, and I’m so disgusted with both of them, I can’t even bring myself to care. Go off and make each other miserable, if you want; I just wish we didn’t have to hear about it.
* On the other hand, I’m probably too invested in the idea of Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush getting back together (he says they aren’t, by the way). What can I say? Despite Ms. Kardashian’s public image problems, I think they are a cute couple.
* Apparently, I have an opinion on just about everyone’s relationship, because I’m dismayed by reports that Vanessa Bryant may be getting back together with her husband Kobe. Girl, you’re going to get a lot of money either way – use it to buy some self-respect. He’s a cheater and alleged rapist. He’s a scumball. And the Lakers suck. I don’t know you, Vanessa, but still I am confident that you can do better. Sheesh.
* Singer Robin Thicke (son of noted Canadian and 80s sitcom star Alan Thicke) was busted in NYC for possession of marijuana this week. Police allegedly observed Thicke lighting up a joint in a parked SUV outside Madison Square Park, which is probably a little too brazenly public, even in this day and age. Make good choices, Robin! It’s what Dr. Jason Seaver would want!
* I didn’t even want to get into the Whitney business…but Bobby Brown lost a lot of my sympathy (I have felt people have been too hard on him in blaming him for Whitney’s problems). First, the other night, during a Maryland concert, he spoke movingly of Houston, then finished up by saying, “Life is life … you have to move on sometimes” and then, rather inexplicably, “My name is BAD ASS Bobby Brown.” Um, Mr. Bad Ass Brown, traditionally, talk of “moving on” is usually postponed until after the funeral, at least. I guess Bobby works quick. Now he’s made an ass of himself at Whitney’s funeral (not a BAD ASS, just a plain old ass), getting into an argument with Houston’s family about how many people he could bring in (he had an entourage of nine) and where he would sit (he wanted to sit with his daughter Bobbi Kristina), and storming out/getting thrown out. I tend to think there’s blame to go around on this one, because everyone involved should have been thinking of Whitney and just made it work somehow. But Brown gets the lion’s share of blame from me, because apparently he’s already “moved on”, so he should be the mature and responsible one in such an emotional situation.
Here’s to hoping for some better (lighter!) gossip next time!
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Jennie has contributed to Imperfect Women since its inception in 2009. She writes about politics, celebrity news, and anything else that catches her interest. She can be reached at jennie@imperfectwomen.com.
Kim and Reggie did make a cute couple. He seemed quiet, humble and respectful. However, Kim said he cheated on her and he received calls from women in her presence. Kim just needs a good man that can deal with her celebrity.
Robin Thicke smoking weed is not the crime of the century. As a matter of fact, IMO, it is not a crime. His only problem was not using discretion.
I am glad Bobby was invited to attend the funeral. IMO, IF he really wanted to stay, I believe he could have found a way. Even if he had to stand in the back of the Church. Right or wrong how he showed his respect to Whitney is something he will have to deal.
Thanks for the great update! I was just reading that Mark Wahlberg is having all of his tattoos removed and he is taking some of his kids along to witness the procedure in an effort to deter them from getting tattoos down the road. I am impressed with that! I have read quite a bit about Mark’s background and I know that he has came a long way from things he has done in his past. From what I can see, he truly is a roll model for young people. He also said he doesn’t want his children to be in the entertainment business and is trying to point them in other directions. Although he did say if they end up in the business, he would support that.
What to say about Bobby Brown? Sigh. Not gonna call anyone A Narcissist, but his actions are kinda, well, you know – narcissistic. My heart goes out to Cissy Houston. And, of course, Bobbi Kristina. What a hard road ahead. Sending prayers to them both.
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Reggie Bush is just too cute! I kind of think Kim and Reggie may be better apart. Going back with your ex seldom works (we will see about Kobe and Vanessa).
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Glad NYC has solved all their crimes and can go after pot smokers. Sheesh. How lame.
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Nice to hear about Mark Walberg. He has made great strides. Despite that stupid 9-11 statement (which he apologized for), I think he is one of the good guys in Hollywood. And hot!
I was pretty surprised about Robin Thicke’s arrest also. Not surprised about the use but more surprised that NYC has the time to deal with that.
I’m guessing the Thicke arrest was the result of an overzealous cop, and now the DAs office has to decide whether it wants to prosecute. I’m sure the fact that he’s a “name” makes the whole thing more difficult.
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I saw that, too, Pam, about Mark Wahlberg taking his kids with him to get his tattoos removed. I really like him, though I was put off by the macho bravado of his 9/11 comments – totally inappropriate, IMO. I will try to just chalk it up to foot-in-mouth disease in this case.
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Bobbi Kristina has multiple red flags as far as I can see: past drug use, two addict parents, and a whole lot of stress and grief. I really hope she has people looking out for her. Anyone who would abet her in using drugs right now is a horrible person. I don’t know why I expect noble behavior from a junkie, but it would almost seem to me that at this point, even if you were a user yourself, if you were a true friend of hers you’d tell her to stay away. I don’t think using hard drugs is ever a smart choice, but someone in such a bad place just doesn’t have the ability to make wise decisions.
The whole Chris Brown Rihanna thing just makes me sick. Its to hard to watch someone make such bad choices and know they are 100% going down the wrong road. Now he’s singing on her album? The things is *maybe* the public could get behind him and forgive him if he showed one ounce of remorse in public. Instead he shows rage and arrogance. I will never spend one red cent on any project/album he’s a part of. He’s a little punk and I hope he turns into a real man one day.
That’s the thing. His defenders say “he’s apologized; what else do you want?” but the apology has been offset by a lot of bad behavior and signs that he’s not sincere. He doesn’t owe *me* an apology, but I don’t owe him my support, either. I support artists I like, and even if I were a fan of Brown’s music, I don’t like him enough to want to give him money.
Whitney’s funeral was so sad. I agree Jennie, there’s probably blame to go around over the todo w/Bobby Brown.
It would have been classy of him not to say anything after the funeral and to just let it be.
Samantha says…. I will never spend one red cent on any project/album he’s a part of. He’s a little punk and I hope he turns into a real man one day.
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Agree. I do remember seeing Chris Brown 3 or more years ago (before all this Rhianna mess)and thinking “this guy has serious talent.” And I am not someone who is necessarily interested in R&B. I like some hip-hop, but I am pretty selective.
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Brown has a lot of maturing to do. I think I read somewhere that his mother was dismayed by his behavior. That is a good sign. Hopefully, he will mature. It can happen. Rhianna too has to do some soul searching to come to terms with why she is able to accept someone in her life who treats her like this. I wish them both the best, but I can’t say it doesn’t sicken me to hear that they are a couple. Blech!