What would the Grammy Awards be without some sort of drama?
Folks are still wondering what happened with an alleged altercation involving chart-topping lovebirds Chris Brown and Rihanna. One thing is for sure, their much-hyped Grammy performances were canceled in the eleventh hour – literally tonight.
"We have just been informed that Rihanna will not be attending tonight's '51st Annual Grammy Awards.' We're sorry she is unable to join us this evening," The Recording Academy issued in a terse statement 45 minutes before the big show – as commercials announcing the Barbados born beauty's appearance continued to air on CBS, which is telecasting the awards.
There are numerous reports saying the two were involved in a car accident, but a rep for Rihanna reportedly did not confirm or deny the story when asked for comment by 'MTV News.' "Rihanna is well. Thank you for the care and support" her longtime record company spokesperson confirmed to BlackVoices.com via email.
Meanwhile, Brown, who is a spokesperson for Wrigley's Doublemint gum, is under investigation for felony battery after an altercation that took place in a vehicle early Sunday morning, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this undated image released by Oxfam Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008, British singer Mel B participates in the 'In My Name' global campaign calling for action against poverty and demanding world leaders keep their promises on millennium development goals. (AP Photo/Oxfam, HO) ** NO SALES **
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl Mel B, left, serves as the emcee at a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Mel B wears a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. The woman at right is unidentified. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Ultimo Scottish designer lingerie brand founder Michelle Mone (L) and pop singer Melanie Brown pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and singer Aubrey O'Day (R) poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown, Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard, singer Aubrey O'Day and TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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According to police reports, officers responded to a 911 call at around 12:30 a.m. An unidentified woman at the scene identified Brown as her attacker. The 'Run It' singer was not found at the scene.
"We have just been informed that Chris Brown will not be attending tonight's 51st Annual Grammy Awards. We're sorry he is unable to join us this evening," The Recording Academy later issued in a statement.
A rep for Brown was not reachable at deadline.
UPDATE: 'The Los Angeles Times' is reporting that sources familiar with the investigation revealed that the two singers were apparently in a car together and got into an argument on North June Street. Brown stopped the car, the two got out, and the argument escalated, according to police.
A witness called 911, but Brown was gone when officers arrived at the scene. The woman suffered visible injuries and identified Brown as her attacker,
Brown and Rihanna had appeared together Saturday night at Clive Davis's pre-Grammy gala in at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills. (10:10 p.m.)
UPDATE: Brown has officially been booked into the custody of the Los Angeles Police Department, 'TMZ' reported. Brown has been charged with one count felony criminal threats. His bail has been set at $50,000. (11:11 p.m.)
UPDATE: Brown has reportedly paid his bail and was released. (11:55 p.m.)
Mel B Pictures
In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this undated image released by Oxfam Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008, British singer Mel B participates in the 'In My Name' global campaign calling for action against poverty and demanding world leaders keep their promises on millennium development goals. (AP Photo/Oxfam, HO) ** NO SALES **
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl Mel B, left, serves as the emcee at a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Mel B wears a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. The woman at right is unidentified. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Ultimo Scottish designer lingerie brand founder Michelle Mone (L) and pop singer Melanie Brown pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and singer Aubrey O'Day (R) poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown, Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard, singer Aubrey O'Day and TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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By: Kek on 2/08/2009 9:14PM
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By: Girish on 2/09/2009 3:35AM
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By: J ROCK on 2/13/2009 11:51PM
The Fact And Fiction About Chris Brown & Rihanna | MUSIC NEWS
"Rumor has it."
"And unnamed source close to the situation said..."
"According to reports made by someone close to Rihanna..."
STOP LISTENING TO EVERYTHING YOU HEAR. NO BODY KNOWS ANYTHING UNTIL THE COUPLE SPEAKS OUT THEMSELVES. PLZ READ THIS
As the Chris Brown/Rhianna fiasco continues to be molded and shaped by numerous unnamed sources and those supposedly close to the situation, the general public has been inundated with enough speculation to form their own truths regarding the matter. Unfortunately for both Brown and Rihanna, the public opinion based on mere speculation without any word coming from those actually involved in the situationcan be quitedamaging to both artists public image. Case in point, Brown losing endorsements and being rejected by radio as well as some blaming Rihanna for pushing Brown over the edge.
Let’s take a look at what we do know and what – to this point – is mere speculation.
The Facts:
Chris Brown andan unidentified woman – which multiple reports lead to be Rihanna - were in a physical altercation as the two were riding together in a rented Lamborghini after Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy party late Saturday night/early Sunday morning. A police statement that was released Sunday afternoon stated that Brown and an unidentified womanwere arguing while driving. The couple pulled over in the Hancock Park neighborhood, where the argument escalated to a physical altercation. The altercation left the victim (Rihanna) visibly hurt and Brown fled the scene before cops arrived. Brown would turn himself in to police after being booked only on suspicion of making a criminal threat and would subsequently be released after posting $50k bail. Both he and Rihanna would not participate in the Grammy awards Sunday night andfurthered the claimthat Rihanna was indeed the unidentified woman. Publicists for both artists have remained mum on the subject.
The Rumors:
Chris Brown and Rihanna had a volatile relationship in the past that came to a head on that fateful night. Some rumors cited that the argument started over one giving the other an STD, while other rumors have stated that a “booty call” text message to Brown from an unidentified woman (the women that have been named to this point are Paris Hilton, Leona Lewis and Keisha Chante) began the fight. Neither claim has been substantiated.
Sources have said that Brown was jealous of Rihanna spending time with Timbaland at a pre-Grammy party while others have claimed that Rihanna has had issues with Brown’s fidelity over the past few months. Another rumor has spread that Rihanna has often been physical with Brown and has slapped him in public on numerous occasions
Multiple unnamed sources “close to the situation” have outlined drastically different sequences of events for what took place between Brown and Rihanna on that night. Some have said that after receiving the text, Rihanna hit Brown while driving and Brown fought back and struck Rihanna. Others have said that Brown and Rihanna were in a heated argument and Brown hit and choked Rihanna until she lost consciousness.
A third - and more detailed - story finds Rihanna telling Brown to take her home after the argument. During the drive, Rihanna supposedly faked a call to someone and asked to “make sure the cops are there,” which drove Chris into a rage and found him threatening the pop star’s life. After striking Rihanna with his fists, she somehow managed to take the keys out of the ignition and throw them out of the window. After the scuffle came to the end, a homeowner in the area called 911 and Brown fled the scene before the cops would arrive.
The injuries that Rihanna has supposedly sustained read like a laundry list of injuries sustained in a world title fight: Black eye, contusions on both sides of the face, busted/broken nose, busted lip, bite marks on the arms and fingers.
So What Do We Really Know?
At this current point and time, there is no validity to any of the claims and the more rumors that circulate without a merit of truth, the more damaging to both of these young artists’ careers.
Everyone wants to feel like they are close to the situation and know something that somebody else doesn’t. Sadly, this has led to some pretty outrageous rumors that have only tossed gasoline on a story that has been a four alarmblaze since it first hit the internet last Sunday.
Although this story has become a juicy tidbit of news over the past week, domestic violence is nothing to scoff at until we understand the true nature of what happened on that evening in the rented Lamborghini. The only two people that know exactly what happened – Chris Brown and Rihanna – are ironically the only two who have had absolutely nothing to say up to this point.
Without either of them speaking publically, passing judgment on what happened is exactly what this article is all about – pure speculation.
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By: cc on 2/14/2009 9:42AM
u know what i am taklking about
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By: Lisa on 2/08/2009 10:40PM
It's sounds like Chris Brown had enough of Rihanna. But, I will never agree with a man putting his hands on a Woman. It's a cowardly act and a sign of weakness.
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By: mikala4404 on 2/08/2009 10:45PM
It's not a about bills- it's not about money..hmmmmm. What else could it be.....hmmm???
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By: MrMellow on 2/08/2009 11:01PM
It's sad, if true. They always seemed so happy together and were a cute couple.
http://www.netpressions.com/celebrities_gn/rihanna.cfm
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By: laura on 2/08/2009 11:24PM
Where was beyonst tonite?? Jayz was there.
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By: lotus on 2/08/2009 11:59PM
OMG! This is a horrible way to start your first serious relationship. But women do temp men. It was something that she said or did and it had to be insulting...men have fragile egos and can get insulted right away
But check this,I got it....bingo----it was over that girl that he sings the duet with...I seriously think that was the matter---I sense jealousy here.
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By: Michael on 2/09/2009 12:11AM
This is a shame because Chris Brown and Rihanna is part our pop-music future and it is sad to see that Chris Brown would stoop so low as to disrespect women that way. Hopefully, he would be forgiven for what has transpired this morning.
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