Author: Paul “Big Homie” Duong

Apollo Theater Constructs Walk Of Fame

The stars came out during the day again. Earlier, the Apollo Theater laid the first names of their newly built walk of fame. The landmark auditorium is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Seven artists were honored including Smokey Robinson, Ella Fitzgerald, Little Richard and James Brown. Next month Aretha Franklin and Michael Jackson will also honored. He-he! NY Post

Swizz Beatz’ Empire State Tour

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DMX Denied Celebrity Rehab Appearance

DMX was recently denied an opportunity to participate in Dr. Drew’s reality show, Celebrity Rehab. X is currently serving  six months at an Arizona jail on a probation violation. A rep from Maricopa County Superior Court says that the rapper is doing well and that his substance abuse program ends in July. Oh well, staying clean is more important than shine on TV. TMZ