By Karu F. Daniels, AOL Black Voices
Video Vixen confessions and internet rumors are apparently true.
Especially in the case of R&B crooner and BET jock Ray J -- who apparently has a big (shut your mouth).
And now the whole world can see him in all of his splendid glory -- as his much buzzed about sex tape with Hollywood socialite Kim Kardashian readies a release at retail.
Vivid Entertainment, the world's leading adult film studio, announced today that it has paid $1-million to acquire rights to a video tape featuring the sexual exploits of the raven-haired daughter of late OJ Simpson attorney Robert Kardashian and Brandy's younger brother.
The company said the DVD titled 'Kim Kardashian Superstar' will be released Feb 21and will be in stores by Feb 28. A version with additional footage not on the DVD will also be available online
Vivid co-chairman Steven Hirsch said the company obtained the video from a third party but did not identify the person or entity. "We are comfortable that we have the legal right to distribute this video, despite what others may say," he said in a statement.
This is too many things -- literally.
"I've seen the video and it's really great," added Hirsch. "It has over 30-minutes of explicit sex that fans of erotica will find very appealing featuring two young and glamorous high profile celebrities."
"Apparently, the video was shot by Ray J about three years ago when he and Kim were in a relationship. The production is crystal clear and viewers will definitely get their money's worth. If either Kim or Ray J would like to discuss the video with us we would be happy to do so," he added.
Ray J, who just turned 26 last month, began his career as a child actor playing various roles on black sitcoms('Sinbad,' 'Moesha') and in movies such as 'Once Upon A Time When We Were Colored.'
Over the years his TV credits have included hosting of the BET shows '106 & Park' and 'BET Countdown' plus playing the role of D-Mack on the UPN show 'One On One.'
At age 14 he added singing to his talents.
Legally known as Willie Norwood, Jr., he released two albums via major labels (Elektra and Atlantic) and garnered independent hit status with the song, 'One Wish,' released via his own Knockout Entertainment label.
He has been romantically been linked with a bevy of beauties over the years, including Lil' Kim and Whitney Houston.
Ironically, last year the company released a similiar sex tape starring Karrine Steffans, whose best-selling book 'Confessions of A Video Vixen' detailed her full frontal trysts with Ray J.
BV Extras:
-- No sex videos here, but check out Ray J's music video for 'Let's Play House.'
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By: Lois x Brundage Vance on 2/09/2007 1:13AM
I think that purchasing someone else's sex tape through a third party(who is not the owner or participant) of the sex tape is by far the lowest form of business. Why would you exploit someone without their permission or knowledge? I think it's awful that people like Vivid are allowed to do this and profit. I also believe it is illegal, but they seem to think that it is not. I wonder what Steven Hirsch would say if some took his sexual relationships and published them for financial gain. I think what he is doing is the lowest form of voyuerism. You should be ashamed for illegally obtaining something that didn't belong to you or the third party you purchased it from in the first place. I can't stand scum like you who profit from other peoples private business.
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By: TAZ on 2/08/2007 5:08PM
ray j was on the Sinbad show before the moesha show........
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By: Mad_Sista on 2/09/2007 9:45AM
This is some real Sodom and Gomorrah type crap. My question is where/when will it end. There has to be a more positive and healthier way to market yourself w/o all this kind of mess.... yes, I said mess. It sadden me this kind of stuff happen in the media without any kind of admonition towards Kim K. and Ray J. The "grown-folks" will definitely have something to say. Get him Oprah!!!!!
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By: Robbie Rob on 2/09/2007 10:07AM
It seems that "Ray J" has grown up quite a bit over the years...funny, because I still think of him as a much younger man - a kid really.
In light of the recent tradegy involving his sister Brandy's car accident, my heart goes out to their parents. Here, they have two children, both entertainers and both being featured so unfavorably in the media right now.
May the future hold a much more positive outlook for all involved.
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By: Mary on 2/11/2007 11:49PM
This is truly sad. Ray J is a talented young man who needs a strong Black man to be a mentor and bring him back to who he is by making him aware of Whose he is and of his royal lineage. Resorting to porn is so unnecessary and I feel for his parents who have to live through such a degrading choice of lifestyle by their son, as their daughter also faces a trying time in her life. I pray that someone can save Ray J from himself.
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By: William Taylor Jr on 2/09/2007 2:15PM
If obama thinks he could win the so called kkk white house. then he has a big problem.He needs to look at the movie head of state. with chris rock. because it is a joke. and a big one. if he could win. Those klans would take it from him. the likes of the george bushes.Look at him. did'nt he steal the seat. Those white poeple will not let a real man enter the kkk house.
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By: Dre on 2/09/2007 6:41PM
Lemme join the list of forward-thinking folk who believe that the idea of showcasing pornographic material is a silly approach to adult behavior. Spending millions to acquire the rights to a video tape of two individuals engaging in sexual behavior is crass. To show it definitely reveals a character flaw. To watch it further imperils the individual struggle to be morally sound. The idea of watching two people do each other is nasty. Why do we continue to debate the increasing exposure of our children to the sick sick diseases? Will future generations of children ever be allowed to be children again? We reject the porn culture out of one side of our mouth, then endorse it out of the other side by hinting at the man's pee-pee size, watching the stuff or reporting it. Vulnerable children who are exposed to immoral behaviors tend to exhibit immoral behavior as adults. Aiight, I'm done exhalin. Back to changing lanes without my turn signal, not returning phone calls, not tithing properly, being a cheap tipper, and being jealous of Ray J. Life is good, huh?
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By: *~Heather~* on 2/10/2007 10:14AM
I think that Ray J IS the one that gave Vivid Ent the tape... no publicity is bad publicity for those people.
LQQk we're talkin about it now, and as far as the "new Lil Kim" NOTHING negative will come out of this for her, she's white(or sumthin). NOW if this was a woman of color, it would have been a done deal.
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By: Sammie on 2/09/2007 3:42PM
First of all I think Ray-J should be ashamed to let himself be fimed or do the filming of things like that. That should be private and between him and his lady or whatever he is calling her. All this "bimbo" did was brag to her sleazt friends about what he did and what she did. My gosh Ray-J, wake up. Not only did you make yourself look bad(at I think so, and thats my own opinion), but it was with a white girl. I guess you thought you were all that and grabbed the first pale thing running by? Whether you know it or not, it aint gonna help your career, in the sex industry or music. You will be a laughing stock...and if you have not read any of the other stories on here, there were question put out that only pertained to you. People knew who they were talking about without mentioning names. Its so sad yhat wa as Black folk have to resort to this. And it is done more times than anyone knows. Maybe if you get right, clean up you act.....you can try to help sis get out of trouble. Because from what is being said in the news...she needs help am\nd money...besides shoulders to cry on. Fame and fortune aint all its cracked up to be. YOU HURT YOUR OWNSELF!
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By: Wanda Pearson on 2/12/2007 7:43AM
Ray J please what do u really think u are doing? Did u really need the money?
Self respect goes a long way.
Peace
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