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Entertainment Reporter, Black Voices

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As previously reported, film producer Will Packer is in the thick of bringing Steve Harvey's best-selling relationship book 'Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man' to the big screen.

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Known for stirring up some of the world's most delicious cuisines, award-winning chef and author Marcus Samuelsson is on a mission to promote healthy living for America's next generation of leaders.

The native of Ethiopia recently opened his eclectic new restaurant Red Rooster Harlem to a group of 15 middle school students from Harlem's Global Tech Prep for a special class on maintaining a balanced diet.

In conjunction with Citizen Schools and AOL, students had the rare opportunity to ask Samuelsson various questions about his rise to stardom, managing multiple restaurants and his childhood influences.

We were on location to catch all of the action. Check out the exclusive video package below featuring Marcus Samuelsson and the students of Global Tech Prep.

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""To be honest, I don't like Spike Lee. Spike is worse than any one of the mans [sp]. Because back in the day...and I hope Spike is listening cause I'll beat your punk a**. I don't like Spike. I have never said it publicly out, but Spike is a hater...I shouldn't have said it like this, but I'm going to tell you the truth. I'm from the streets and you got to take care of your people...Spike needs to go sit his punk a** down and stop talking about Tyler Perry. Tyler Perry was homeless about 10, 12 years ago and Spike wasn't writing him no checks. I don't like Spike Lee because I don't like his politics as it pertains to how he deals with African-Americans. I auditioned for Spike several times, he kept all of us waiting for hours. It was insulting, he made people fly across country, pay for themselves and come to auditions. Spike is the worst and he needs to go sit his punk a** down!"


-- Actor Clifton Powell voices his opinion on the ongoing feud between Tyler Perry and Spike Lee. (The Russ Parr Morning Show)

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Following its 2010 Broadway run last December, the critically-acclaimed musical 'The Scottsboro Boys' has been scheduled for additional bookings beginning later this month.

Yesterday it was announced that the award-winning show will resume its production from April 22-June 3 during this year's annual The Old Globe series in San Diego, followed by a stint at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco, June 19-July 15.

The California dates also follow this week's news of the John Kander and Fred Ebb musical landing12 Tony Award-nominations.

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"I made all the wrong choices when it came to love. I have been an idiot. I wish I had known then that I'm not the marrying kind. It would have saved me a lot of time, heartache and grief over the years. I have done it twice, and I am not going to do it again. The traditional form of marriage is not for me."

-- Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry regrets past marriages. (The Sun UK)

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Just when you thought Russell Simmons had the last word stemming from his 2009 verbal attack towards Bill Cosby, think again.

The Def Jam Records cofounder leveraged his Global Grind platform to inform the masses of his most recent encounter with the renowned comedian, philanthropist and activist during last week's Jackie Robinson Awards gala.

During the event, which honored hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs with the Renaissance Man of the Decade award, Simmons attempted to make amends with the Emmy Award-winning comedy icon by apologizing for his criticism. His effort was met with a scathing response.

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"I'm definitely having more sex than the average man. Yes, two or three women a night, trust me. The other day I slept with two women -- not at the same time -- because I was at home and they missed me. But you know, these are my friends; we missed each other. So I just want to give joy and good tidings, that's what it's all about."

-- Grammy Award-winning rapper turned singer-songwriter Cee Lo Green on being sexually active with multiple women in his life. (The Sun UK)

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Are you in search for classic comedy? Well, look no further, TV One is set to fulfill your comic relief for the month of March.

Today, the network announced its comedic stretch of programming dubbed 'Comedy All-Stars,' which will highlight various routines derived from HBO's 1980's and early '90's original comedy series 'One Night Stand.'

Continue reading TV One Digs Into the Vaults for 'Comedy All-Stars'

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When it comes to giving back to the next generation, Steve Harvey's name remains in the thick of celebrities who give back to their community. Harvey's relentless work ethic in nurturing community change and youth mentoring has led the 'Original Kings of Comedy' star to co-host the 2nd annual Steve Harvey Foundation Gala on April 4 at New York City's Cipriani Wall Street.

The best-selling author, alongside 'The View's Sherri Shepherd, will honor Tyler Perry, Ford Motor Company CEO Alan Mulally, comedian Chris Rock and his wife, philanthropist Malaak Rock with the Steve Harvey Foundation's Helping Hand Award for their commitment to educating and mentoring children within their respective communities.

Grammy Award-winning saxaphonist David Sanborn will be the evening's featured entertainment.

Continue reading Steve Harvey & Sherri Shepherd to Host Second Annual Foundation Gala