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Sunday
Oct142007

Who Else is lying about Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell?

Photo: BET Network

Within the last two months, fans of Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell have come across information about the male actor being homosexual and this couple getting divorced. This was all rumors, and very insulting at best. The October 2007 issue of Sister 2 Sister magazine featured and interview with actress Tisha Campbell that exhibited a much different truth from what some media outlets have stated. This was refreshing, given that an earlier post discussed the false rumor behind Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell’s divorce and his so-called homosexuality. Hopefully, many people who are still concerned about this have read the October 2007 issue of Sister 2 Sister magazine or found truth somewhere else in the media.

Sister 2 Sister Magazine/October 2007


The divorce and so-called “homosexual” lifestyle of Duane Martin is inaccurate and a very cruel rumor. It is ridiculous that anyone would start to put this information out in the first place. When I was first given the news a few months ago from someone who had the story in a newspaper, I was surprised that such a talented and seemingly happy couple would divorce and it was not easy to believe that Duane Martin would be homosexual. However, since it was in a popular newspaper that also covered professional sports and politics, the news appeared to be accurate. From this whole fiasco, it is evident now more than ever that we cannot go on something that is printed or stated in any form of the media, especially when it is about celebrities.

One Madlab Post reader commented with concerns about it being such a big deal if someone is homosexual. While that concern is understandable, my focus at that time was on the fact that Tisha Campbell was being led on. I like both actors and my whole point in the initial post (prior to finding out that this was all nothing but false rumors) was the fact that if someone is gay, then be gay. Don’t perpetrate an act like you are something else and you’re not. That was not a position for just Duane Martin…..that goes for anybody. If you are gay, then be gay. If you are heterosexual than be that. If you are Bi, or a Swinger, etc. and the list goes on. You get the picture. Be who you are and do what it is that you want to do, what makes you happy.

Both Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell deserve to be happy. Another reader commented on the earlier post stating that it is their business. That is correct, no matter what is going on in Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell’s life. No one can argue with that because when it really comes down to it, who really needs to know everything about celebrities. Should people really care who Paris Hilton is dating when we have lots of environmental problems and should see more news shows that cover progress with curing major diseases and health conditions? However, what is more important is the fact that such a rumor began in the first place. It is very cruel and no one should print information that they know is false. This is a married couple that includes two very talented actors that we are talking about here.

Outside of being celebrities, Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell are parents, friends, business partners and loved ones to many people that many of us do not even know. Cruel rumors such as the ones that spread all over the place in the last few months affect the people in their lives as well. Therefore, it is very upsetting to have pointed out information that was actually false. For those who are still seeking out this divorce and “homosexual” news regarding Duane Martin and Tisha Campbell, the time has come to get things straight. IT IS FALSE. Any other place that has stated these rumors to be true is still trying to keep negative information flowing.

Tisha Campbell has spoken out about this, so there is no reason to believe any internet website, newspaper, magazine, tabloid or radio host that speaks of these rumors. While reading the October 2007 issue of Sister 2 Sister magazine, it was disturbing to find out that these rumors have even spread so far as to include even more false details about Duane Martin. This has to stop. It has been taken to the source….Tisha Campbell-MARTIN who confirmed that these are mere rumors. Therefore, if you are still wondering about the two actors and have refused to look for the truth, here is your answer…NO, Tisha Campbell and Duane Martin are NOT getting a divorce, NO, They did NOT get a divorce already and NO, Duane Martin is NOT homosexual. The rumors about this couple must stop NOW.

Tuesday
Sep112007

Hollywood actress Kimberly Elise is NOT Dead!

Recently, I found an article that revealed the recent confusion about Kimberly Elise being dead. This has seemed to become a very popular topic as of late. What makes this finding more ridiculous and disturbing is that current fans and non-fans also believe that she died from HIV/AIDS. It is one of the most absurd rumors about an actress that I have found recently. That is right, this is a false RUMOR. However, people are speculating and posting information on the internet that is incorrect and could not be further from the truth.

Apparently, fans believe that the actress Kimberly Elise is dead because of an episode of Girlfriends that she appeared in. What a stupid speculation that shows how one false piece of information (much like the Duane Martin Divorce drama) spreads like wildfire when people don’t try to find the facts and just believe anything that they read. Let’s get the facts straight now. First of all, Girlfriends is a fictional TV show that airs on the CW network. Kimberly Elise played the role of Toni (Jill Marie Jones) and Joan’s (Tracey Ellis Ross) high school friend who was infected with full blown AIDS from her husband.

The key word here is “Fictional”. A script was written, a character was produced and Kimberly Elise played the part. Now, popular online blogger Paula Neal Mooney’s article on this matter suggests that there is also some information circulating among TV viewers and fans that suggests this Girlfriends episode was based on a real-life woman who died from AIDS. I do not know much about that and really have no interest in doing further research on a person that one TV episode was based upon. The most important fact that everyone who has concerns and confusion about Kimberly Elise being dead needs to realize is that television is fake, for the most part.

What really makes me disappointed in TV viewers and many of the people spreading this information is that this particular Girlfriends episode was soooo last season. I have seen the episode when it aired and then again, probably 5 times already. Old episodes from the Girlfriends TV show is in heavy rotation. It is ridiculous that people are taking a rerun and making it current. The fact that television viewers and movie fans cannot separate real life from fiction concerns me and should also be of huge concern to every man and woman who cares about the kind of information that is being put out into the world.

If we are to believe everything that airs on TV, I guess Keifer Sutherland really was held hostage by the Chinese, Shemar Moore was molested when he was a child and Alana De La Garza really does have cancer. Then again, that would be stupid since she is on Law & Order with a new hairstyle. Come on people, think for a change!!! Kimberly Elise is not dead. In fact, she has two movies in post-production (For all of those that lack knowledge of certain film terms, it means that they are in their finishing stages,) and has been on Close to Home for over a dozen episodes. I guess none of you liars and confused TV viewers searching for “Kimberly Elise Dead” and “Kimberly Elise Death” would know that since you have been busy watching reruns of Girlfriends.

Here is a tip, turn to CBS once in a while. Do not be surprised to find Kimberly Elise alive and well. Then again, I wouldn’t recommend watching Cold Case on CBS for those who actually did believe that the Hollywood actress was dead from HIV/AIDS. For the ones that are still living in fictional TV land, just wake up and smell the coffee. As a matter of fact, stop watching TV and start reading a newspaper. There, you can find obituaries and more information related to what is actually happening in real life.

As always, if you are reading this post, you are welcome to leave your comments below. However, keep all of the lies and false information about Kimberly Elise at bay, because she is NOT dead and she does NOT have HIV/AIDS.

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Saturday
Aug252007

John Singleton involved in Car Accident...jaywalker killed

Yahoo news recently reported that film director John Singleton drove the vehicle that killed a jaywalker in California. The woman has been identified as 57 year-old Constance Russell. She was pronounced dead yesterday morning. The accident happened on thursday night when the woman stepped in front of John Singleton's SUV. A police spokesperson stated that John Singleton identified himself and was not under the influence of drusg or alcohol. The director was questioned and released. John Singleton has produced popular films of late, including "Hustle & Flow" starring Terrance Howard, "Black Snake Moan" with Samuel Jackson and Justin Timberlake and the upcoming film "Illegal Tender".

I am not too familiar with Illegal Tender, but have checked out some recent press clips that covered the film. The aftermath of fatal car accidents have not gone well for celebrities (R&B singer Brandy is going through a lot of legal trouble and drama as a result of her accident on the road). Hopefully, this does not affect John Singleton's career much, because he makes good movies. While it is NEVER a good choice to hit anyone on the road, we have traffic lights for a reason. Excuse me for possibly sounding rude here, but why is anyone walking in front of a moving vehicle. From the news report, John Singleton was driving an SUV.

That is a large automobile. Many of us probably have crossed streets and roads despite a clear red light or stop sign. However, this accident is one reason why that kind of behavior should stop. The same goes for drivers too because I have witnessed some very impatient and rude drivers on the roads who ignore traffic signs just as well. This needs to stop. How many people are going to have to die or get in trouble with the law for citizens to stop being careless?

Rather than go on about what should or shouldn't be considered appropriate road behavior, I am curious to know what you all think about this situation. Do you jaywalk? Are you a driver who "occasionally" ignored traffic signs? Are you going to see Illegal Tender? Are you a fan of John Singelton? If any of the abive applies, post your comments below.

Source: http://movies.yahoo.com/mv/news/ap/20070825/118804806000.html

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