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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: max on 2/10/2009 2:20PM
I think that speculation can hurt the most. I wish both individuals the very best. In any occurence both are hurting emotionally.
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By: Jazzy J on 2/09/2009 2:17PM
it was Herpes, Rihanna gave Chris Herpes,hell yeah he shoulda hit her ass he shoulda beat her ass!
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By: Chris on 2/09/2009 2:40PM
Let's not jump to conclusions before the facts come out. Being charged with a crime does not mean you are guilty. If the charges turn out to be true that he physically assaulted her then let the chips fall where they may. With that being said...although I DO NOT condone putting hands on a female in violence or any other unapproved manner, sometimes men as a way of defending themselves may unintentionally hit, scratch or whatever in order to keep from getting assaulted. It sometimes happen. I hope for this young couples' sake...this situation somehow brings about a happy ending. May God Bless them both.
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By: sharon on 2/09/2009 2:58PM
Are you people twelves years old or what? It doesn't matter what she said or did, no man has a right to hit a woman! Young ladies please keep this in mind. This isn't love or passion! Also, it would be a tragic mistake for her to take him back. It would send the wrong message to all of the impressionable young ladies who look up to her.
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By: DA REAL MRS.C.M.BRE3ZY on 2/09/2009 3:01PM
Chris Brown is my breezy-boo. He don't deserve this kind of mess. He didn't attack nobody either! That "woman" just want to get money off of a GOOD
SUPER-STAR!!!! who cares about rhianna???? She the one who needs to be in trouble-date somebody who would actually feel comfortable with her!! Chris don't look too happy with her "holding" on him in dat picture!
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By: MS ANN on 2/09/2009 4:09PM
THEY ARE KIDS TRYING TO BE GROWN. CHRIS, YOU ARE WRONG FOR PUTTING YOUR HANDS ON ANY WONAM. GROW UP.
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By: jalen on 2/09/2009 4:54PM
chris brown did do it
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By: kevin on 2/09/2009 5:06PM
i think she got what she deserved if it was rihanna. i wouldve slapped her up too. she has a nasty attitude and she cant reall sing plus she broke chris can do better. lmao
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By: phillyphine on 2/09/2009 5:24PM
Are the herpes rumors true? Whatever happened it definitely got out of hand. Too bad for them both.
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By: JZA11 on 2/09/2009 5:35PM
Whoever said a woman doesn't deserve to be hit needs to be hit. I don't care if it's a man or a woman and they try to put hands on you then it is justified. If a woman pulls a gun or a knife or any type of weapon and you get the drop on her then drop her and maker sure she stays down. That goes double if not tripple for men!
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