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  • Kandi Burruss Defends Comments: ‘The Justice System Is Harder On Black Men’

    Kandi Burruss recently stirred up a heap of drama following her racially-charged speech about Apollo Nida on the season premiere of the Real Housewives of Atlanta.

    The soon to be ex-husband of her cast-mate and friend Phaedra Parks is currently serving an eight-year sentence.

    Nida was convicted of bank fraud, signalling a return to the criminal behavior he was previously jailed for prior to meeting Parks.

    Even though the man in question is a repeat offender, Kandi Burruss felt it necessary to share that he probably wouldn’t have received such a harsh sentence if he weren’t black.

    In response to backlash caused by her comments, Burruss used her RHOA blog to defend herself.

    Said Burruss, “Some people felt that I was pulling the race card when I said, ‘I feel the justice system is harder on black men.’”

    She explained that she hadn’t meant that Nida should avoid punishment and conviction for his bank fraud charges.

    “I don’t want you to think that I feel like Apollo only went to jail because he was black,” said Kandi Burruss. “I definitely feel that if you break the law, you should have to go to jail and do your time for the crime.”

    Instead, Kandi stated that she felt that the harsh nature of his sentence was indicative of inherent racial bias against black men.

    “For example, I have a family member who committed a non-violent crime and got 13 years in prison. He did his time, came home, and after a few years he committed another non-violent crime and now he’s serving over 20 years in prison. There are murderers and rapists who have gotten less time.”

    Kandi Burruss also believes that the treatment of felons and repeat offenders creates a vicious cycle that contributes to a higher recidivism rate.

    As for her relationship with Apollo Nida’s ex Phaedra Parks, Burruss admitted that she’s worried about how her fellow cast-mate feels about her comments.

    “It’s very hard. Phaedra is always assuming I’m siding with Apollo, which isn’t true. Todd and Apollo became pretty good friends, so I would say he takes Apollo’s side a lot.”

    Do you think Kandi Burruss “played the race card” or is there a legitimate point to her argument?

  • Porsha Williams: Demoted To Make Room For More Interesting Housewives?

    Porsha Williams isn’t being kicked off of popular Bravo reality series The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

    Instead she was demoted to a recurring role on the show, supporting the main Housewives actresses from the sidelines.

    Williams did not take the news very well.

    She said the following when asked about the matter on Dish Nation:

    This is not an easy time for me right now, but I want to let everyone know that I loved being a Housewife on The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

    Porsha also assured fans of RHOA that “it’s not goodbye”, as she will be seen on the show throughout the upcoming season. It’s just that she’ll be more or less there in a supportive role and not the focus of her own storyline.

    While Porsha Williams said that she was “blindsided” by Bravo’s decision, others are less surprised given the events of last season’s reunion show.

    That was the scene of her now infamous onscreen fight with her former cast-mate Kenya Moore.

    Kenya called Porsha “a dumb ho” via megaphone. This led to William’s grabbing Moore by her hair and dragging her across the stage.

    Before departing, Moore said that either Williams would be fired for her actions or she was leaving the show.

    Bravo could have easily caved to Moore’s demands, but Porsha was instead given a less important role on the series.

    The suggestion that Porsha was demoted over a fight doesn’t actually make sense; Bravo is not a stranger to violent confrontations between Housewives characters.

    Those of us who have watched Real Housewives of New Jersey have seen numerous cast members brawl. And yet the vicious behavior never led to anyone being asked to leave.

    It may come down to the fact that compared to the other RHOA women, Williams just isn’t that interesting right now.

    This was the reason given in an exclusive report by Hollywood Life.

    Some Housewives have a great deal of drama going on in their lives, which is good for ratings. Kenya doesn’t have as much personal drama, but she’s a more popular housewife than Porsha.

    Even if Porsha’s demotion is a matter of her being uninteresting, she does have the chance to earn back her main role on the series. She simply has to demonstrate that she’s an interesting reality TV star. Otherwise, she may not be back at all for future seasons.

    Do you think Porsha Williams should have been demoted or should she have been fired from the show?

  • Is Kenya Moore Really Dating Kordell Stewart?

    Kenya Moore and Porsha Williams aren’t exactly the best of friends. That’s no secret!

    Now, a new rumor that’s circulating could definitely cause more tension between them if it turns out to be true.

    Several media outlets have reported the Real Housewives of Atlanta reality star is dating Williams’ estranged ex-husband Kordell Stewart!

    The rumors began circulating when Moore made an appearance at Peter Thomas’ new Bar One location in Charlotte, NC.

    For those who missed it, Thomas, Cynthia Bailey’s husband, partnered with the former Pittsburg Steeler for the new venture.

    When the two were reportedly seen enjoying each other’s company at the grand opening event for the new bar, the rumor mill kicked into high gear! Media Take Out initially reported the alleged love connection while revealing a few details about the upcoming season of the Real Housewives of Atlanta.

    “OK here goes. MediaTakeOut.com learned that in the upcoming season, Peter Thomas opens up a new “BAR ONE” sports bar in Charlotte, North Carolina. He goes in with a business partner, Porsha’s EX-HUSBAND Kordell Stewart,” the gossip site wrote.

    “Well word on the curb is that Kordell and Kenya Moore hit it off during the launch party… and the two are DATING. Oh s–t… we wonder what Porsha’s gonna say about that one… LOL!!”

    Once the news began making headlines, speculative reports immediately began circulating. So, are the rumors true? Is Kenya Moore really dating Kordell Stewart?

    On Thursday, August 28, she took to Twitter to personally set the record straight. The answer is no! She made it clear that she and Stewart are not dating. Moore finds the claim so outlandish that she even accused media outlets of using her name to drive attention to their sites!

    Although Moore expressed she’s not remotely interested in Stewart, she isn’t the only one addressing the claims. He’s also offered clarity in regards to the rumors about his love life.

    During a recent interview with HipHollywood, he revealed he is involved with someone, but her name is not Kenya. “There is a beautiful lady who I am very interested in,” he said, “however, it is not Kenya Moore.”

  • Porsha Williams Compared Gays With Drug Dealers?

    Porsha Williams is already dealing with the fallout from her fight with fellow Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kenya Moore. Given Moore’s behavior towards Williams, some viewers may have been on her side.

    However, TMZ has unearthed religious remarks by Williams that might cost her quite a bit of sympathy in terms of the gay viewership.

    It seems that in the past Williams was an evangelist. In a video that was shot at the High Praise Christian Center Ministries about three years ago, you can hear her discuss saving lost souls like hookers, drug dealers, persons who have attempted suicides, and gay men and women.

    “We’re supposed to be trying to save them!” said an impassioned Williams. Not just save them, but tell them they are “worthy”.

    “God can use you like he used me,” Williams said.

    The point of William’s message seems to be that no one is perfect and that you should not be too good to reach out to, help, and encourage others. Unfortunately her manner of making the point is unarguably problematic.

    The response from the Williams camp (when she gives one—there’s been no comment to TMZ about the video so far…) will likely be that she’s coming from a place of Christian love and compassion.

    The thing is, the condescending intolerance found in these type of rants are of no comfort to gay men and women and are just another form of religious bigotry.

    It’s no secret that Christianity views being gay as a sin and believes that anyone who is remotely anything but straight is going to Hell. However, suggesting that gay men and women are the equivalent of drug dealers? A bit much to say the least.

    It’s also important to touch on the fact that persons who have attempted suicide need emotional support and medical and professional assistance….not religious presumptions about their condition that are often unsympathetic and judgmental.

    The Real Housewives of Atlanta show is a hotbed for drama and talking points. It’s quite certain that this footage will likely serve as something else to keep people talking about the reality TV show and its cast.

    What do YOU think: Was this a homophobic rant or was Porsha’s heart in the right place? Comment your feelings about the video below!

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  • Phaedra Parks’ Husband Charged in Fraudulent Schemes

    The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star, Phaedra Parks, may literally be married to a partner-in-crime.

    Parks’ husband, Apollo Nida, was charged with bank fraud and identity theft on Thursday Jan. 23. He was questioned by U.S. Marshalls the same day and was summoned to appear before U.S. District Court.

    According to Access Atlanta, U.S. Secret Service agent Alexandre Herrera of the Counterfeit and U.S. Treasury Check Squad reported that Nida stole other people’s identity and private information by developing fake companies. He then “opened fake bank accounts under those real names and funneled stolen U.S. Treasury checks and auto loan proceeds into those accounts.”

    The original criminal, Gayla St. Julien, has been under investigation since February 2012. However, in September, she tied Nida into the crime as well.

    Julien, who refers to herself as “NIDA’s ‘right hand b****’” claimed that the RHOA reality co-star was the mastermind behind the scandals.

    One scheme involved a bankcard for Ferrari Autohaus Inc., which is said to be a fake car dealership. A search warrant by authorities has confirmed this.

    The criminal complaint reported by Access Atlanta details how their partnership worked:

    “Nida would allegedly steal real people’s identities and have St. Julien pretend to be them to open bank accounts. She would then deposit fraudulent auto loan checks, stolen U.S. Treasury checks, stolen retirement checks issued to Delta Airlines employees, and checks in the names of real people that were owed unclaimed property from various state and federal government agencies.”

    It’s no surprise that Nida is in trouble because in 2004 he was sentenced to five years in prison for a similar crime, which involved “breaking federal racketeering laws related to auto title fraud.”

    Nida regularly appears on the reality show along with his wife. They have been together since 2009 and are parents to two sons together.

    Parks is also an attorney herself, a celebrity attorney to be exact.

    A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Feb 12, 2014.  Maybe Parks will end up representing her ‘hubby’?

    Located below is a HLN interview with Parks and Nida about his time behind bars:

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  • Kandi Burruss Shares Bikini Picture After Kenya Moore Slams Her Weight

    Although Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss may never admit it, she definitely feels a bit flustered by co-star Kenya Moore’s proverbial jabs at her weight.

    However, she doesn’t necessarily have to give a verbal admission, as her actions are telling the story. Here’s the gist of it.

    While last night’s new episode picked up where things left off last week with the ladies still visiting Savannah, GA, Moore’s comedic banter about Burruss’ weight didn’t begin there.

    According to E! News, it actually started a couple weeks ago. On Dec. 22, the show featured the ladies checking into the bed and breakfast in Savannah. Upon arrival, Burruss made a deft beeline to claim the largest available suite.

    Moore’s explanation for Burruss’ behavior was, of course, a low blow to her weight. “I don’t know what got into Kandi,” the model-actress said. “Maybe she smelled some Chick-fil-A or a burger upstairs.”

    However, this wasn’t Moore’s first time blatantly insulting Burruss about her weight. In the Dec. 15 episode, Moore said that Burruss could “skip a few meals” when the ladies stopped at Chic-fil-A.

    So, it appears she wanted to make an indirect response to her statements with her recent Instagram posts.

    While on Christmas vacation, the Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter took to Instagram with a bikini picture flaunting her curves. The picture, which was posted on Christmas day, shows Burruss and her daughter Riley on the beach.

    The caption next to the picture read, “Yesterday at the beach! @rileyburruss @kpt__#FunInTheSun”.

    Although the picture looks like a totally innocent captured moment between Burruss and her daughter, it isn’t the first image the “Fly Above” singer has posted showing off her curves. On Dec. 19, there was yet another Instagram picture that was posted.

    That picture was a direct response to Moore’s jabs. Following Burruss’ Wednesday night web show Kandi Koated Nights,  she posted a full body image after receiving a number of questions in regards to her feelings toward Moore’s statements.

    The Instagram picture was posted with a caption that stated her response.

    It read, “Last night on the chat box for #KKN people wanted me to say how I felt about what @kenyamoore said on last week’s episode of #RHOA…. Well she says I need to miss a few meals but I say Im fabulous! Gone wit the wind fabulous, Gone wit the wind fabulous…. (In my @kenyamoore voice) LMAO! #IDontCareWhatSheSays #YesMyThighsAreBigSoWhat #IWillLoveHerAnyway #ILoveMe #IRepresentTheCurvyGirls #NoImNotASize2 #IwillGoOnADietAfterTheHolidaysButForNowIWillJustBeHappyAsIAm”.

    Although it’s obvious Moore may have gotten under her skin, it doesn’t look as though her level of confidence has been sacrificed. Does it?

    Image via Facebook | Kandi Burruss

     

     

  • Kandi Burruss Defends Mama Joyce, Talks Todd Tucker Drama

    Last night’s episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta was definitely one for the record books. However, most of the controversy wasn’t derived from any of the housewives. The drama award for Sunday night goes to none other than Kandi Burruss’ mother, ‘Mama Joyce’.

    It’s definitely quite blatant that the Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter’s mother feels some kind of way, and the crux of the problem is Burruss’ fiance’, Todd Tucker. Now, for those who are avid fans of the Atlanta Housewives, it’s no secret that Mama Joyce isn’t one to hold back her opinion.

    She and Burruss’ have been at odds all season where the wedding plans are concerned as her mother is adamant about her disapproval of Tucker.

    Like most mothers, Mama Joyce is very protective of her daughter, with no intention of hiding any disdain, which is why she flew off the handle last night. For those who missed it, Mama Joyce and Burruss’ close friend Carmen got into a rather heated verbal altercation when she went to try on wedding dresses.

    Mama Joyce is under the distinct impression that Carmen has a high level of underlying jealousy where Burruss is concerned. She also hinted that rumors of Tucker’s alleged infidelity have been brought to their family by Burruss’ employees. But, here’s the kicker. It’s rumored that Tucker is secretly involved with Carmen.

    So, Mama Joyce definitely had no interest in entertaining the likes of Carmen. She also had no qualms about sharing her disapproval of everything with Burruss, and fans were appalled with the brash delivery of her message.

    So, when Burruss appeared on Watch What Happens Live, with R&B singer Fantasia, a burning question was asked. In so many words, a caller asked was Mama Joyce’s disapproval of her engagement about money? The caller wanted to know if her mother felt threatened by Tucker’s presence because she’d no longer have access to her money.

    According to S2S Magazine, the question caused Burruss to erupt, and she tearfully took the liberty of facing the issue dead-on in her mother’s defense.

    “I feel like as her daughter, it’s my job to make sure that she’s good. She made sure I was good growing up. I’m going to make sure that she’s good. I don’t care if she doesn’t like my relationship,” said Burruss tearfully.

    “That’s my mom. I don’t care what y’all have to say. That’s my mom. I’mma make sure that my mama’s good. She don’t have to talk to me. She don’t have to say anything to me,” explained Burruss. “Y’all can tweet. Y’all can do whatever…You can tweet to y’all get blue in the face. She can have whatever she want.”

    “I’m not agreeing with everything my mother says. Obviously, we disagree on a lot of things. It’s just the fact of I’m going to be respectful in the way that I tell her. No, she’s not respectful in the way she tell me how she feels,” she explained. “When I became the person who made more money, it did not make me her mama. She’s still my mama. I’m going to approach her in a certain way.”

    Burruss also addressed the status of her relationship with Tucker. The two are still engaged with plans to marry.

    Image via Facebook | Kandi Burruss