Teyonah Parris's Stylish Updo

Gorgeous photos of Actress Teyonah Parris, while walking the red carpet at the SAG Awards. Her hair has been styled into an pompadour Up-do. 

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The Unwritten Rules: Let's Talk Hair

The Unwritten Rules: Let's Talk Hair is a hilarious video, with a comedic spin on what happens in the work environment, when people react to a persons cultural differences. I love this video, because any one that has followed this blog long enough, will know that I worked on corporate America for about 15 years. Even though I gained a lot of expereince and learned some life lessons, during my time in the corporate world, I experienced a lot of ignorance based on race, my culture and my hair. So this video speaks to me on so many levels.  I must say that I have a wildly diverse group of friends and family, so racism is not a part of my vocabulary or way of thinking. But! There are indeed some misunderstandings that come up with another culture is introduced to something that they are not accustomed too.

The video stars Aasha Davis, as well as some other talented actors. Aasha has also been on Friday Night Lights, House, Grey's Anatomy, and more.  To learn more about The Unwritten Rules: Let's Talk Hair, check out the website, Facebook page and see the video directly on youtube. Also check out the main website to see other episodes. I look forward to seeing all the videos and want to say thank you to Kim Williams, who created and wrote the web episodes, The Unwritten Rules.

Welcome to the World Blue Ivy!

Great photos posted on by Beyonce & Jay Z of their new baby girl, Blue Ivy Carter.  To see more, go to Hello Blue Ivy.

Singer - Elle Varner

  

 Great music by talented singer - Elle Varner!

To see more of Elle, check her out on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter and her Website.

Denise Vasi for Hit Show "Single Ladies"!

According to Bossip.com, Denise Vasi will be the new actress to replace Stacey Dash in the hit T.V. series Single Ladies.  Denise is from Brooklyn, NY and was an Actress for the now canceled day-time-soap, All My Children. She is also a Model.   I, for one, loved Stacey Dash in this role and will miss her. But I wish Denise the best of luck and hope that "Single Ladies" will continue to be a success! To read more about Denise and the shows reason for choosing her, go to Bossip.com.

Alicia Keys - Un-thinkable (I'm Ready)

Alicia Keys has an amazing song out called "Un-thinkable (I'm Ready)".  Along with the song, Alicia made a very powerful video, that touches on the racial tensions that surround interracial relationships. The video begins in the 1950s, where Alicia's character faces anger and disapproval from her community for dating someone that is of a different race. The video covers over 6 decades, to the present day, showing that not much has changed since that time. 

This video really impressed me because I could feel a lot of the emotions from the scenes that reminded me of what I went through in my own life. My relationship with my boyfriend, who is a different race, is amazing - because he is amazing!!  Not because his skin is a different color than mine. Being a part of a interracial relationship is no different then being in a relationship with someone of your own race. The only difference is that there are people in the world that choose to treat you with hate, because of their own ignorance or self hatred.

"This is my and my boyfriend's song. Its unfortunate that others can't see the love we share for each other. instead they see a Latin and African American together and start to judge. Love is deeper than skin color."

- Nancy  

"In the video (from the 50s to the 2000s), people have not been accepting interracial relationships. She [Alicia] just shows that prejudice has not changed much since 60 years ago." - Caitlin H.

"It's crazy how not much has changed since back in the day. I use to think racism was dead until this summer when my mom found out my boyfriend was black. She freaked out. Race doesn't matter. Let's be more open-minded than previous generations and end racism! Finally." - MGL

"Interracial Love is beautiful! This song isn't attacking black men nor white men or anything just stating a truth, as to how it once was and in some areas, still is!!! Please grow up and recieve knowledge and understanding becasue IGNORANCE is not a pretty trait!!!" - Y.A.M

"I think that interracial love is beautiful, and also natural. We live in the 21st century, and I would hope to think that you would be able to date anyone, no matter race or origin, without being judged for your own decision. Just because you prefer white men over black man does not make you self hating, just as preferring black men does not make you a racist against white men. It's just preference, I think that the whole point of the video is, that LOVE is colorblind." - B.B.C

This song is one of many great songs off of Alicia Key's album "The Element of Freedom".

Malinda Willaims

Great photo of actress Malinda Williams.

Source  - ILoveMy Locs

Link of the Day - The Simmons meet Obama and Family

"The Simmons girls-Ming,11, and Aoki,8,- pose with president Barack Obama during the White House Easter Egg Roll event on Monday(April 25th). Mom Kimora Lee Simmons writes:

“This year’s Egg Roll was the largest ever with 30,000 attendees. Thousands of families gathered to celebrate and welcome Spring to Washington. While spending time with the lovely and gracious first family, we learned so much about the history and legacy of the White House. From the inspiring collection of African American art to the centuries old reminders of our nation’s history, our private tour was unforgettable for Me, Djimon, Russell, Ming, Aoki and Kenzo. I’ll never forget the girls peeking through the door to the West Wing or when they met the very gracious President Obama. And Kenzo’s very important meeting with Elmo was a success too!! Who could have asked for a better Easter and Birthday for Djimon? Thanks again to the lovely First Lady, the people of Washington D.C. and all the friends we met during our trip! We’re forever grateful to you for an amazing weekend. See you again soon!"

 Sources:  Black Celebrity Kids, Kimora Lee Simmons

Link of the day - Baby Kenzo looking fab!

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Willow Smith

 I love that Willow Smith is able to be expressive with her hair. Jada has a beautiful family in general. 

“Look, it’s 2010. Can’t our little girls move into the future without ruffling feathers? The look is fun, empowering, anti-relaxer and anti-weave. More women need to steer their little girls in this direction. If your child is a forward-thinker, you should guide her instead of smothering her.” - Jada Pinkett Smith

 Read more: Jada Explains Willow’s Hairstyle -  Necole B's Blog

Niko McKnight

Hello all...  I have a readers tip! Lisa emailed me and told me about a post on BlackCelebrtiykids.com, about Brian McKnight and his sons. First of all, I had no idea that Brian McKnight had kids, let alone two almost grown sons (19 and 17)  that are also performers. Here is a picture of Brian with his sons. And his youngest, Niko is sporting some cool looking loc's.

If you have a tip, or want to share something on this blog - email me at naturalhairbeauty@gmail.com.

Welcome to the world - Kenzo Lee Hounsou

Kimora Lee Simmons & Djimon Hounsou take this family picture with their new son, Kenzo Lee Hounsou. And Kimora's two lovely daughters - Ming Lee and Aoki Lee.

- Picture Source: Get'em Girls