TYLER PERRY TO FILM 'WHY DID I GET MARRIED' SEQUEL

'Why Did I Get Married?', the big screen adaptation of Perry's stage play about the trials of marriage, is considered to be Tyler Perry's best work to date is one of the many reasons why Perry plans to do a sequel tentatively titled 'Why Did I Get Married too?' The new movie would be a follow-up with hopes for the return of original cast members, which includes Janet Jackson, Jill Scott, Tasha Smith, Sharon Leal, Malik Yoba, Richard T. Jones and Michael Jai White. Perry, who is still in the process of writing the film, revealed why he chose to do a sequel to the film stating that "Because there is so much I want to say. There's not another film that I have written that I felt like there's more to say; and there's more say in 'Why Did I Get Married Too.'" Perry further explained saying "It will be the same cast. Everybody... it's going to be great."

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JANET'S BACK ON HER FEET

Janet Jackson is returning to her "Rock Witchu" tour and finally revealing the mystery illness that led her to cancel a string of concerts.
Following two weeks of scrapped shows, Jackson was scheduled to resume her tour Wednesday night at the Verizon Center in Washington after a bout of migraine-associated vertigo. She is being treated for the illness, which is characterized by dizziness, imbalance and other symptoms.
"She's a world-class entertainer and needs to be at the top of her game to give her fans the show they expect," Jackson's manager, Kenneth Crear, said in a statement. "She's feeling much better and is ready to hit the road again to finish the tour."
Upcoming stops include Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, New York and East Rutherford, N.J.
Jackson, 42, will announce new dates for concerts she postponed in Montreal; Boston; Philadelphia; Greensboro, N.C.; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and Uncasville, Conn.

JANET JACKSON HOSPITALIZED

A representative for Janet Jackson says the singer has been hospitalized after falling ill shortly before a concert.
According to statement released by W&W Public Relations, the singer canceled her concert in Montreal on Monday after she "got suddenly ill" during her sound check and had to be rushed to the hospital just before show time.
The statement says Jackson is being monitored at the hospital and hopes to reschedule the show. No further information was given about Jackson's condition.


I'm sure that after J.D. threw up all over her at his recent birthday bash didn't help any.

JANET JACKSON: LINGERIE DESIGNER

With a tour starting next month, Janet Jackson is also soon to premiere her new lingerie line. The line, named Pleasure Principle (Janet’s hit song from 1987) features a variety of bra styles ranging from sizes 32A to 44G, all under $40 bucks. Jackson collaborated with Australian designer Bruno Schiavi for the collection:
“There’s something for every woman, and that’s very important to us,” Jackson says. “I’ve always hated when lingerie is uncomfortable, so the fit and comfort was key.”
The singer says she was hands-on during designing and sometimes worked on the line at 4 a.m. “I really enjoyed the entire process,” she says.


You can pre-order Pleasure Principle at Jupi Co. or wait until it starts hitting mass retailers in November.

E3 NEWS BITES

JANET SUPERBOWL FINE DROPPED
A federal appeals court has thrown out a $550,000 fine against CBS Corp. for the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show that ended with Janet Jackson's breast-baring "wardrobe malfunction." The judge ruled Monday that the Federal Communications Commission "acted arbitrarily and capriciously" in issuing the fine for the fleeting image of nudity. The 90 million people watching the Super Bowl, many of them children, heard Justin Timberlake sing, "Gonna have you naked by the end of this song," as he reached for Jackson's bustier.

KIM KARDASHIAN TO JOIN 'DANCING WITH THE STARS'
Socialite Kim Kardashian has been tapped as the latest celebrity to join the cast of hit TV show Dancing With The Stars. The former girlfriend of R&B singer Ray J is reportedly in talks with network executives to appear on the hit talent contest, where she would show off her assets in the hope of winning the crown as America's favorite novice ballroom dancer.


DIDDY TO POSE AS OBAMA
Sean 'Diddy' Combs will take on a new presidential role when he poses in an upcoming photoshoot as Presidential hopeful Barack Obama. The hip-hop honcho will pay tribute to the Democratic candidate in an upcoming issue of Italian men's fashion magazine L'uomo Vogue by posing as the potential world leader, according to reports. A source tells the New York Post, "He is sitting in the Oval Office, running for president and making campaign stops. All in high fashion, of course."

JANET IS COMING TO ROCK WITCHU

Check out this new promo poster for Janet Jackson's forthcoming 'Rock Witchu' tour. Janet Jackson was a guest on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” on Monday. Ms. Jackson announced that she will be kicking off the Rock Witchu tour on September 10th. Tickets for Janet's 'Rock Witchu' tour will go on sale on June 7th.

OUT & ABOUT


Usher taped his MTV Promo at a private recording studio in New York City. His wife Tameka was on the set as well as his baby boy Usher Raymond V.


Diddy hosted a party in Ledyard, Connecticut this weekend for the opening of the MGM Grand at Foxwoods. Guests included: Diddy, Tichina Arnold, Sandra ‘Pepa’ Denton and more.






Janet Jackson and boyfriend Jermaine Dupri celebrated her 42nd birthday at Katsuya in Hollywood.



Nicole Mitchell (Eddie Murphy’s ex-wife) and NFL’er Michael Strahan attended an event in Los Angeles over the weekend.





Nelly was spotted leaving his hotel in Manhattan.










Star Jones attend the premiere of Woody Allen's new movie in NYC.











Danity Kane backstage during Z100’s Zootopia at the IZOD Center on Saturday in New Jersey.

E3 SNAPSHOTS

Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey held their wedding party Tuesday night at Six Flags Magic Mountain in California.
Kelly Rowland looked great at the premiere of Sex in the City in London.
Tyra Banks and ANTM winner Saleisha attended the CW Upfronts event in NYC.
Janet Jackson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Eve and Joy Bryant attended the launch of Alexander McQueen’s Flagship Boutique on Tuesday in Los Angeles.

Chrisette Michelle was spotted at the MTV studios in New York.

Pharrell stopped by the Late Show with David Letterman in NYC.
R&B singing group Cherish, hit up TRL on Tuesday to promote their latest release.
Aubrey and D. Woods Danity Kane attended the Entertainment Weekly & Vavoom Annual Upfront Party at the Bowery Hotel on Tuesday in NYC.

E3 SNAPSHOTS

Janet Jackson was at the 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards yesterday at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, CA. Janet, who recently revealed she has a girl crush on Alicia Keys was honored with the Vanguard Award before getting some serious lip action from TV personality Ellen Degeneres.





E3 NEW MUSIC BLITZ

Usher ft. Beyonce & Lil Wayne - Love In This Club Part II


Mariah Carey - Love Story



Teairra Mari - No No No


Fergie - Labels Or Love


Mariah Carey ft. Jay-Z - Bye, Bye

Tiffany Evans - Girl Gone Wild


Taio Cruz - I Can Be

Janet Jackson - Can't B Good

E3 IN THE MIX

Columbus Short was spotted arriving at his hotel earlier this week in New York City. The actor is currently working on a number of films.

On Saturday night, The Recording Academy's, Atlanta Chapter recognized Ciara
Idris Elba hit up Fuse TV's the Sauce, Mario did a special performance at Crustacean's and Ray J hit up TRL.

Beyonce was spotted on her way to catch a flight to Atlanta For the “Heart of The City” Tour yesterday.
Jay-Z was seen roaming around New York yesterday.
Janet Jackson was spotted arriving at Japan international airport.

Usher with his wife Tameka hit up TRL in New York.
Rihanna was spotted getting a new tattoo while in L.A.

Weezy made an appearance in a Manhattan courtroom today facing gun charges from last years’ arrest.
Brit sensation Leona Lewis released her album "Spirit" today in the United States. Yesterday, the singer was spotted in New York City visiting MTV's TRL.