'Love and Hip Hop New York Season 8 Reunion Part One Recap: "Baby News and Petty Drama Blues"

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Jonathan, Reuben, Anais, James R of Love and Hip Hop New York

For the first time on the season of 'Love and Hip Hop New York' Bri, Bianca, Dream Doll and Mariah Lynn were able to sit around each other without acting like teenage girls in a schoolyard. 

On part one of the season 8 reunion Anais and Richie D faced off. Rich tried to justify his pettiness when he revealed to Reuben that Anais showed her box to Jacquae. Anais brought her over the top antics to the stage but no matter what people say she's honest with herself. 

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Cast of Love and Hip Hop New York S8

Remy Ma had to put Bri in her place when she tried to defend her immature behavior during the show. Like she said, you can't say you are going to drag someone and then not expect them to react. During the final episodes of 'Love and Hip Hop New York' season 8 Bri made it appear as if she was trying to change but her behavior on the reunion showed the same Bri. Dream Doll and Mariah lynn managed to stay in their seats. Even Bianca was well-behaved. She was rocking that pink fur though! Safaree has rubbed off on his castmates!

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Bri, Dream Doll, DJ Self, Remy Ma of Love and Hip Hop New York

Yandy's mother-in-law Judy was probably one of the best dressed cast members on the stage. That white dress with the long spit and blonde hair had her looking like a video vixen. She made Dream Doll look like a nun! Mendeecees, Yandy's husband who is still incarcerated did a phone interview where he expressed his dislikeness for his mother's male friend Rob. He also expressed his displeasure with the way Yandy dress.  He feels she goes to far when she wears skimpy clothing. Yandy is a woman with curves. It doesn't matter what she puts on she's going to look good in it!

Also on part one of the reunion it was revealed that both Remy Ma and Lil Mo are expecting! Congrats to the new editions to the franchise!

Stay tuned for part two of 'Love and Hip Hop New York' reunion Monday on Vh1!

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'The Challenge Vendettas' Ep10 Recap: "Devin Eliminates Bananas, Kayleigh Exits The Competition"

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Betcha Johnny didn't see this coming!

In 'The Challenge Vendettas' you come in with vendettas and you leave with vendettas. This week's episode the house was turned upside down by a rumor initiated by Devin. Devin who begged the members of the Trioka to send Johnny Bananas in to go against him revealed that Bananas and Kayleigh had hooked up to Nelson. Nelson took the rumor and ran with it. He told Natalie in front of Bananas who denied the rumor. Kayleigh however admitted to hooking up with Johnny which led to  a bullying incident Kailah, Jemmye and 'Britni.

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Kayleigh of The Challenge Vendettas

Before elimination Kailah, Jemmye and Britni took Kayleigh's belongings and threw them over the stair rail. Although they didn't see it as bullying it clearly was. Jemmye seemed to be the only one who felt bad about what she did but Kailah had no remorse. Other players in the house were upset with the three girls for what they did to Kayleigh. Following the incident Kayleigh spent the night at a hotel.

Kailah, Zach and Tony were the Trioka this week. Leroy, Nelson and Bananas were the three nominated for elimination. Zach picked Nelson to go in but it was no surprise that Kailah chose Johnny. Tony who had been friends with Johnny for the past five seasons took matters in his own hands and changed the game by saying Bananas name. He also put a target on his back and went from friend to foe.

During the elimination challenge Devin defeated Johnny and sent him packing. He thought for sure he wasn't going into elimination due to his history with Tony and Zach. It was time for a power move and Tony took the opportunity to take it now while he had the chance. Johnny wasn't happy to be entering elimination  and he was certain he was going to return. Devin wanted Johnny and he got him. He said he was going to beat him and he did!

Johnny who is  a vet in this game is also one of the strongest players in the game. Now that he's out the game Zach is the man to beat. 

Did Tony make the right move? Some might say he made a bad move. Tony did what he had to do to stay in the game. If the shoe was on the other foot Johnny would have did the same! Good Job Tony! Congrats Devin!

Catch up on 'The Challenge Vendettas' Tuesday's on MTV!


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'Love and Hip Hop New York' S8E15: "The Wrath of Bianca"

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After being excluded from the St. Martin trip Bianca had been feeling some type of way which ultimately led to the wrath of Bianca. Her feud with Brittany escalated to the point where others were forced to get involved.

During the St. Martin trip Bri and Mariahlynn squashed their beef and neither Dream Doll nor Bianca was happy with it. The attempt to get the girls to at least co-exist with one another didn't go so well for Yandy and Remy Ma. However, Bri took the initiative to bring Dream Doll and Mariah together hoping to end their beef and move forward. Although Dream Doll agreed to put things to rest Bianca wasn't so forthcoming.

When Mariah tried to get Bianca to call a truce with Bri Bianca declined. She even tried to get her to be apart of Safaree's remix to his song "Paradise". Bianca told Mariah that she would be apart of it but that turned out to be false hope. Not only did she go against her word she snapped out on Safaree and called Mariah trashy. Bianca continued on a war path when she approached DJ Webstar and blamed him for the beef between her and Bri. Even though DJ Webstar apologized for his part that still wasn't good enough for Bianca. 

So now that Bianca feels her friend has sided with the enemies she feels like she's by herself. What is the female rapper going to go now? Will she stay on the show or is her days of 'Love and Hip Hop New York' over?


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Does LIl Wayne Have A 15-Year-Old Son?

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Looks like Lil Wayne might have another child that he apparently did not know anything about!

According to TMZ, a female name Keiotia Watson has filed legal documents claiming the Cash Money rapper is the father of her 15-year-old son whose name is Dwayne. In the legal documents Watson stated that she and Weezy had sexual relations in June 2001, the time she allegedly got pregnant. She claims that her now teenage son was conceived in February 2002.

TMZ reports that a couple years ago the 35-year-old was ordered to take a paternity test and to pay $5,000 a month in child support, but Wayne has not complied to the order, but according to some sources close to Weezy, he was never served any papers regarding this alleged son of his.

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Lil Wayne whose real name is Dwayne Carter has not responded to these allegations. However, a close source to Wayne says he has plans on taking a paternity test. He will also take full responsibility and pay what he owes if he is the father.

Wayne already has four children by four women. He has three sons and one daughter. If he is the father of Dwayne he will have five children. Doesn’t look like he’s going to be retiring no time soon!

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':'Love And Hip Hop Atlanta'; "Tommie Lee Fired Following Fight With Karlie Redd"

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Tommie Lee of 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta'

Earlier this month it was reported that Tommie Lee of the reality series 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta' has been given the boot following a physical altercation with one of her co-stars.

According to sources, Tommie was arrested in March 2017 after she allegedly punched Karlie Redd multiple times in the face while filming in Jamaica for the upcoming season. Lee reportedly attacked Redd after she called Lovely Mimi a "clown". But we all know that Tommie's issues with Redd goes deeper than her calling Mimi a "clown".

Last season on 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta' Tommie found out Karlie had a thing with her ex love Scrapp DeLeon who is serving time in prison. From day one she's been out for revenge against Karlie Redd. To get even with Karlie she not only went out with Yung Joc she also had a threesome with him and another woman.

Unfortunately, sleeping with Yung Joc wasn't enough to satify Tommie so she went after Karlie again. She was also accused of kicking and punching security while they were trying to hold her down. Since Tommie made her appearance on 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta' she has had several run-ins with her fellow castmates including Joseline Hernandez and Jessica Dime which she ultimately paid the price for. Following the physical attack against Karlie the producers of the show were told to terminate Lee due to her violent behavior.

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'Le Don' wine by Tommie Lee of 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta'

Despite Tommie being fired from the show she still got her wine called 'Le Don'. Although Karen, Lil Scrappy and Jessica Dime had concerns about Tommie launching anything dealing with alcohol, that could possibly be a good business move for her. You never know the wine lovers might like it!

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Karlie Redd And 'Black Ink' Ceasar Dating?

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Ceasar of 'Black Ink Crew' and Karlie Redd of 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta

As we all know and heard Ceasar and Dutchess of 'Black Ink Crew' have officially broken up. While it's been well known that Dutchess has already moved on, Ceasar has a new boo too!

On the show 'Black Ink Crew' following his break up with Dutchess we saw Ceasar booed up with a new chick named tattoo baby. But she was just a rebound because apparently he has moved on to another reality star, Karlie Redd of 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta'.

During an interview on the Ed Lover show Karlie revealed that she and Ceasar are not having sex. Yes, Karlie Redd is celibate!

According to the reality star and entrepreneur, she is not ready to jump in between the sheets with Ceasar just yet.

"I want to make sure that this relationship is real because we're both in the limelight and people are watching under a microscope," she said. "Because of that, I just want to make sure it's real."

 Karlie who was seen with her ex Yung Joc on the new season of 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta', also dated singer Lyfe Jennings and former 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta' star Benzino.

Since things didn't work out with her previous beaus will Ceasar be the one to put a ring on it?

We shall see!


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'Black Ink Crew': "Did Dutchess Cheat On Ceasar?"

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It was in 2015 when Ceasar and Dutchess of 'Black Ink Crew' got engaged. Unfortunately, the tattoo artist love birds reportedly broken up last November. As we seen on this season of the reality tv series it was revealed that Ceasar had a secret baby. Although Ceasar denied the accusation, Dutchess believed it to be true after he failed to meet up with her to discuss the matter. Dutchess then went to Ceasar crib to get some of her belongings where she noticed some nude pics and messages from other females on Ceasar computer. Is that what pushed Dutchess over the edge?

Whatever the case may be it seems as though Dutchess has already moved on. According to reports, Dutchess has been seen out in public with her new boo NFL player Zach Sanchez but rumor has it that the female tattoo artist also allegedly cheated on Ceasar while they were engaged.

In the caption below the unknown male Dutchess allegedly dated outed her on Instagram: 

So if this was suppose to occur in June of 2016 that would mean Ceasar wasn't the only one dipping on the side.


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'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta': "Should Jasmine Have Kept Her Mouth Closed?"

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On the premiere episode of  'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta' seeing Karlie and Joc back together wasn't a surprise. But the biggest shocker was when Jasmine Washington revealed Kirk Frost was the father of her baby boy Kannon. Kirk not only denied being the father, but he also denied even knowing Jasmine. Later on more information regarding this accusation came to light with the help of messy Karlie who eventually broke the news to Rasheeda. 

According to Jasmine, she was Kirk's side chick for over a year. She said she quit her job as a stripper at Kirk's request. She added that during that time he game her allowance every month and gave her a vehicle. We also learned that Kirk provided Jasmine and their alleged son a place to live, right under Rasheeda's nose.

Kirk Frost and wife Rasheeda

Last week on 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta' Jasmine told her boyfriend Rod Bullock, one of Mimi Faust exes, that she let the cat out of the bag to Kirk and his friends.  Rod showed no sympathy for Jasmine when she told him Kirk denied knowing her and fathering her child. In fact, he reminded her of the agreement she and Kirk made including buying her silence. So what made Jasmine break her silence? Could it be because Kirk stopped giving her allowance?

In October 2016 Jasmine alleged that Kirk no longer provided for her financially, leaving her without any income. As a result she requested Kirk take a paternity test so that she can collect the $2500 she is seeking in child support.

Jasmine probably thought she was doing a good thing when she let the world know about the affair she was having with Kirk and him being the father of her child. However, she didn't think about the consequences that would come after she made this public announcement. 

Should Jasmine have kept her mouth closed or did she do the right thing?


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"Surviving Compton: Dre, Suge & Michel'le"

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As a cast member of the reality series 'R&B Divas' singer Michel'le spoke about her past relationships with her ex and children's fathers' Dr. Dre and Suge Knight. The little information that she revealed left viewers wanting to know more. What really happened to Michel'le?

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Singer Michel'le

On Saturday, October 15, Lifetime television network presented the docufilm "Surviving Compton: Dre, Suge & Michel'le" featuring the songstress herself. Playing Michel'le was Rhyon Nicole Brown who also starred in the family drama series "Lincoln Heights". Music producer Dr. Dre was played by Curtis Hamilton from the television series "Castle" and Suge Knight was played by R. Marcos Taylor who also played Suge Knight in the biopic "Straight Outta Compton".

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Rhyon Nicole Brown

Rhyon Nicole Brown went from playing the baby sister in "Lincoln Heights" to playing a female legend in the hip hop game. She did a great job playing the role of Michel'le almost as good as Angela Basset did in the biopic film "What's Love Got To Do With It" the story about Ike and Tina Turner. 

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Curtis Hamilton

Curtis Hamilton also did a good job acting as Michel'le's ex Dr. Dre. His portrayal of Dr. Dre was better than Corey Hawkins who played Dr. Dre in "Straight Outta Compton". Hamilton's look and attitude was similar to the real Dr. Dre R. Marcos Taylor who played Suge Knight for the second time around wasn't the best impression but it doesn't take much to play a bodyguard!

Like most biopics "Surviving Compton: Dre, Suge & Michel'le" focuses on how Michel'le made her debut into the music industry. She went from being featured on World Class Wreckin Cru's track "Turn Off The Lights" to making tracks of her own. Michel'le's first break out single was titled "No More Lies" followed by "Nicety" and the popular hit "Something In My Heart".

While Michel'le was pursuing her music career she and Dr. Dre became close ans started seeing each other. Michel'le knew she wasn't the only woman in Dre's life but she believed she was the main woman. As toxic as Dre's and Michel'le's relationship was she stayed hoping he would get better, but he only got worse as he continued to be physically abusive towards her. Noone ever stepped in to help Michel'le not even their manager Jerry.

After Michel'le had her first baby boy with Dre he left her stranded at home alone, with no food and no lights. Michel'le called Suge who came to her rescue and put her in rehab. When Michel'le returned home she was in a better place and she didn't go back to Dre. Instead she started dating Suge Knight. The singer described Knight as being gentle and kind. He made her feel loved in a way Dre never did. 

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R. Marcos Taylor as Suge Knight

Sooner or later Michel'le saw a different side of Knight when she asked him about releasing her second album. Knight hit Michel'le but according to the movie, it only happened once. When Suge took over Death Row Records things started to look suspicious to Michel'le but she was in the dark as to what was really going on. By then she had two children, a son with Dr. Dre and a daughter with Suge. While Suge was locked up, his attorney persuaded Michel'le into signing documents that earned her $30,000 a month. She later found out Suge was involved in some illegal shady business with the company and used her to do it. She also found out he was still married which meant she was not legally married to Suge.

Towards the end, Michel'le courageously confronted Suge and let him know that she knew everything.  She then left Suge where he was standing, took her two children and moved back home with her grandmother. 

"Surviving Compton: Dre, Suge & Michel'le" didn't have a five star cast or a five star performance, but compared to the Aaliyah biopic it was well worth watching. Every documentary tells a person's story but not every documentary is going to be satisfactory to it's viewers. 

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Money Power Respect Premiere Review: "Opening Arguments"

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On the reality series 'Love and Hip Hop' you see aspiring female rappers and singers, but on the new WeTv reality series 'Money, Power, Respect' these women are already established high profile attorneys in the entertainment world.

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Dana, Kelly, Wendy, Nakia, Tiffany, Kendell

Dana who aspires to be an artist manager like her husband wanted to prove to him that she has what it takes to manage an artist. During what Dana called "Industry Rules" she introduced a Brooklyn rapper named Shaun Doe to Lord Jamar and some other players in the music industry. 

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Rapper Shaun Doe

Jamar wasn't impressed with Shaun's initial impression. He felt as if he came off too arrogant with someone who could have possibly helped him get further in his rap career. As the conversation continued Shaun questioned what Jamar had done lately. He told him he didn't need him and the tension grew deeper, forcing Jamar to dismiss Shaun for good.

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Lord Jamar and wife Dana Whitfield

Later on in the episode while Dana and Jamar were out playing pool, they got into another heated discussion regarding Shaun. Jamar who called the rapper Bozo the clown, advised his wife to try again with another artist. He also added that managing a male artist was out of the question. Jamar made it clear that he wasn't going to accept her being out til 5 or 6 in the morning with another man. No matter how much Dana tried to get her very conservative husband to change his mind he stood by his decision. That's it, That's all!

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Andre Harrell and Wendy Credle

Meanwhile Wendy met up with her ex and music producer Andre Harrell to discuss their son's college education. Wendy wanted him to finish school in Paris, whereas, Andre wanted him to come back to America. Wendy assured the former CEO of Motown Records that she would do whatever it takes to pay for their son's final year in college which would cost $65,000. 

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Kendell Renee Kelly

Kendall received some unexpected news about the man she is currently living with. An unknown woman reached out to her to inform her that she and her man have been seeing each other. Kendell even agreed to meet the woman. Did she make the right decision? Only Kendell knows the answer to that. She has to do what she feels is best for her. It's better to find out now before she walked down the aisle.

Stay tuned for more upcoming episodes of 'Money, Power, Respect' Tuesdays on WeTv!

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'60 Days In': "Shakedowns, Defiance and Snitches'

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This season of '60 Days In' is way more intense than the previous season. Ryan has gotten way to comfortable while Quintin is being smart about the decisions he makes. Sheri and Ashleigh approaches MonaLisa but the outcome is far from what they expected. Dion seems to holding on as best he can but he is able to break at any point.

Sheri and Ashleigh approached Mona to let her know they knew she was in the program. Mona was shocked but as soon as Sheri revealed she passed a note, she wanted no parts of Sheri or Ashleigh. Mona felt Sheri passing a note could jeopardize their purpose for actually being there so she walked away. 

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Ryan of '60 Days In'

At first Ryan was frustrated when he entered C-Pod until he became accustomed to the dealings within the inmates. He started traded commissary, which he was forbidden to do. Ryan was going against the grain and it could cost him his life. He feels that he way of doing things is the right way verses what he was taught in training.

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Ashleigh of '60 Days In'

Towards the end of the last episode of '60 Days In' Sheri passed a note to get the attention of the CO's. As a result to her note, there was a shake down in the females pod twice. Inmate Ashley became suspicious of a snitch and went in a verbal rage. Ashleigh who is a participant called Ashley's bluff after she heard her call white girls b*****s. 

Ashley tried to intimidate Ashleigh but she stood her ground. Ashleigh then went into her room and laced up just in case she had to throw some hands.

See who's going to make it to the end as you tune in to '60 Days In' Thursdays on A&E!

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Marriage Bootcamp Reality Stars 6 Premiere 6 Recap: "Trouple or Nothing"

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If you thought last season of 'Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars' was something this season is going to have you more anxious than before. And for the first time two new professionals and a trouple will be apart of this process!

This season on 'Marriage Bootcamp Reality Stars' Jade and Tanner and Amber and Jim have nothing compared to what Keke Wyatt and Michael, Karen and Storm and Margeaux, Merika and Nikko are going to bring.

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Nikko and Margeaux

Do you remember the couple in the picture above? Both of these reality stars were casted on the Vh1 series 'Love and Hip Hop Atlanta', but that was short lived. Anywho, after the couple appeared on their final reunion many viewers assumed the remained married and started thing over like most married couples do. Nikko had lost Mimi and Margeaux was still up for grabs. So we thought!

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Margeaux and Merika

As it turns out, Margeaux has moved on but too bad we can't say the same thing about Nikko. During the couples evaluation at Divorce court with Judge Lynn Toler there was a surprise mystyer guest waiting to reveal himself. The judge evalutaed each couple one by one and Margeaux and Merika were the final litigants. 

Lo and behold! The surprise guest was for Margeaux. You can tell by Margeaux's reaction that Nikko was the last person she expected to see. It's obvious he still loves Margeaux or is this just apart of one of his get poor schemes?

Although Margeaux and Merika had been together for the past two years, Nikko revealed that he and Margeaux were still married. 

Will Margeaux end up saying good-bye to Merika and stay married to Nikko? Or is this the end of their estranged marriage?

Tune in to more of 'Marriage Boot Camp RealityStars' Friday on WeTv!

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Basketball Wives LA: "Will Tami Or Duffy Get Sent Packing"

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Tami Roman and Duffy 

Basketball Wives LA

Well, well, well, looks like things are getting really messy on 'Basketball Wives LA'. On this weeks episode Tami tried her best to hold her composure but Duffy pushed her buttons to the point of no return. Meanwhile Jackie got in her feelings when no one wanted to get a buzz when she was ready to.

Even though Tami wasn't going to go on the trip to Portugal at first she decided to put her big girl panties on and give it a run. It just so happened that just as soon as we thought things were going good it ended up badly. Just when Duffy had the opportunity to express how she was really feeling. Suddenly, she changed her mind. But what happened? She made it very clear that she had no more issues after Tami addressed the fact that she was going to whip her a**, but she didn't fall through because she felt differently now. Well so much for now I guess, because she had a lot to say the following day.

As soon as Duffy said what she had to say Tami did the mature thing and got up and walked away. Somehow, someway, Duffy got amped up and  begn to speak on how she really felt which prompted Tami to make a u-turn.

When Tami reutrned to the table of drama it wasn't long before she began to came at Duffy ready for attack. Because of security and the cast mates Tami wasn't able to get to Duffy. Apparently, Duffy was able to get to her and throw some thing at her rather it ws liquid or food we are not sure but time will teel real soon.

Following the incident Tami had a hard time trying to get to Duffy because of the tight security. However, when she portrayed as if she was good and calm she ran off and Shaunie went chasing after her. 

Was Tami able to get up with Duffy? Did they fight head on?

On the next episode of 'Basketball Wives LA' Tami or Duffy is going to be asked to leave Portugal. Who will it be? Will it be Duffy or Tami? Who do you think should go home/?

Stay tuned to see what happened on the next episode of 'Basketball Wives LA' Mondays on Vh1!


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'Black Ink Crew Chicago' Season Episode 1&2: "King Louie Guest Stars, Van Gets Out Of Jail"

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On the premiere of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' secrets were revealed, Ryan was blindsided and Kat and Charmaine got into a physical confrontation. Two well-known Chicago celebrities stopped by 9Mag and a new tattoo artist was introduced. Van was released from jail and the real Chris Gardner  got tatted up.

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Charmaine, Ryan, Kat and Don of
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In the first episode of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' rapper King Louie stopped by to get tatted but not by Ryan or Phor. When King Louie said he was getting tatted by Kat, Ryan was surprised. He had no idea that Kat was tattooing clients upstairs. Ryan approached Phor and Kat in regards to the rent. They both informed him that they wasn't aware they had to pay for Van's half. While Kat was expressing herself to Ryan, Charmaine took it upon her self to remove Kat's things. Kat wasn't having it so she attacked Charmaine. Ryan made it clear to Kat that she didn't have to no longer be in the shop since she was doing shadiness business upstairs.

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Rapper King Louie
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Meanwhile Don and Ashley went shopping to furnish their new home. Although they appeared to be in a good place that will all be shattered real soon. Danielle and Charmaine found out Don was dipping out on Ashley with another woman and there could be another baby. Don shared this information with his brother Phor and decided to take a DNA test. Ashley doesn't know yet but when she finds out Charmaine is going to be the first motherly suspect on her list.

In the second episode of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' Ryan hired a new tattoo artist named Junior. It was a shocking to all the employees but Danielle took it personal. As soon as Kat stopped by she ran to Kat and revealed that a new artist had taken her spot and Charmaine threw her drawings in the garbage. Danielle who is suppose to be Charmaine's cousin had Kat's back all the way. Maybe she missed the part where Kat chose to leave the shop and do her own thing. What else is Ryan suppose to do if his artists are not paying their share? Charmaine should have stayed out of it but she didn't so Kat attacked her again. Charmaine may have been wrong for touching Kat's items but where was Danielle, Charmaine's cousin, when Kat was attacking her. How can you defend one wrong act but not the other?

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Van released from jail on
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Van and friends of
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Before Van who went to jail towards the end of the first season was released, Ryan and Charmaine took his daughter shopping at AKIRA. Charmaine wanted her to be the mini version of her while Ryan was trying to keep her conservative and appropriate for her father. When it was time to go get Van, everyone including Kat was on the Chicago prison bus. As soon as Ryan spotted Van across the street they all ran to greet him with hugs.There were drinks and strippers ready to show him what he's been missing. Despite all the chaos that was going on between Ryan, Kat and Charmaine they were all excited to have Van back. 


Also on the premiere of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' Chicago Bears linebacker Lamar Houston and the real Chris Gardner stopped by 9Mag. Just in case people don't know, actor Will Smith played Chris Gardner in the movie 'Pursuit of Happiness' with his son Jalen Smith who played Chris Gardner Jr.

The new season of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' has just begun. Catch up with the reality series Mondays on Vh1!

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'Black Ink Crew Chicago' Season 2 Preview: "New Rules, New Players, New Love"

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Last season of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' things left off with Van going to jail, Kat leaving 9Mag and Don and Ashley getting engaged. 

This season on 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' two new tattoo artists named Cobra Kat and Junior joins 9Mag. There will also be partying like never before, secrets will be revealed, rivalries will be formed and unexpected hook-ups won't go unnoticed. 

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Don and Ashley
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On top of that Ashley who made several appearances on the first season is now an official cast member of the reality series. Don and Ashley are set to get married but a wrench has been thrown in the mix. Don who messed around on Ashley with Charmaine, allegedly has another child with another woman.

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Kat Tat Black Ink Crew Chicago

While Van is away, Kat who left 9Mag has a new look and has taken her business upstairs unbeknownst to Ryan. Charmaine, the manager of the shop reveals to Ryan that Kat and Phor haven't been paying their share of the rent, which ultimately is what caused him to hire new editions to the shop. 

Charmaine is back and with a new look and tighter body.  She is still the same Charmaine who's not afraid to speak how she feels when it comes to the newbies. She and Danielle are still close but can't say the same for her and Kat. The beef between the two led to a physical confrontation that we will all see on this season of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago'.

Phor and Kat may have had a thing last season but it seems like the Chicago rapper has moved on. With all the groupies vying for Phor's attention he isn't able to focus on his music or his business with 9Mag.

In the words of Ryan this season is going to be filled with new rules, new players and new love. So who is he referring to when he says new love? Well, we know it's not Danielle, because she's still with her boyfriend. Don and Ashley are engaged. So who could it be? Based on the preview it looks like Ryan and Charmaine are getting closer than usual. Wasn't it Ryan who said no fraternizing with co-workers? Thar rule was broken last season. So maybe that's one of the new rules.

Tune in to the new season of 'Black Ink Crew Chicago' beginning Monday, October 3 on Vh1!

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