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[StyleBlazer.com] Jennifer Lopez Flaunts Flirty Randi Rahm Mini Dress on Her Date with Casper American Idol is in full swing, and returning judge Jennifer Lopez is in full-on style mode! The pop diva and her boyfriend, Casper Smart, were spotted leaving the Ago restaurant in Los Angeles, CA after celebrating the American Idol finalists Thursday night, March 1st. J.Lo looked radiant in her sequined mini dress by Randi Rahm! Its copper tone was the ultimate flattering hue for J.Lo’s sun-kissed skin and brunette tresses. The singer finished the look off with matching Christian Louboutin python pumps and sparkling hoop earrings, proving that she is still at the top of her game. We can’t wait to see what this talented lady slips into next!(Read)

[24Wired.tv] Jadakiss Talks Staying Relevant, Partnering with Diggy Simmons Jabari of BET’s Face to Face interviewed Jadakiss. Kiss talked about staying relevant to rap culture despite having an early start. He also emphasized the importance of staying humble in the rap industry.(Watch)

[MadameNoire.com] Too Sensitive? Disney Princess Covering Watermelon Candy Causes Pause We don’t have to pretend like we aren’t aware of the stereotype that black folks love watermelon (and fried chicken) to say that the assumption that Disney’s only black princess, Tiana, covering a package for Watermelon Dipping Candy being labeled “racist” is a bit extreme.I’m no fool to the subtleties of racism but I think it’s a stretch to draw racism out of this Valentine’s Day candy that was marketed by Dig N’ Dips. On one side of the packet, white princess Aurora of Sleeping Beauty covers a vanilla-flavored dipping stick, while on the other, Tiana is the face for the watermelon treat. Sociological Images has called the marketing “insensitive” at least “In light of this history [of black people being stereotyped to love watermelon], as well as the ongoing racism [that’s still perpetuated].” But that conclusion is hypersensitive in my opinion.(Read)