On Tuesday, January 17 Inspired In New York honored actress and comedienne Kim Coles, and Dr. Olajide Williams at the elegant Tian restaurant, on the river in New York City. A posthumous Lifetime Achievement honor was bestowed upon the pioneering Dr. Muriel Petioni. also known as the “mother of medicine in Harlem.”

MSDTV joined host Lenny Green of KISS FM, “The Chew’s” Carla Hall, “Rip The Runway’s” Sheri Pierre-Louis, publicists the Von Boozier Twins, author Delvon Johnson and others in toasting the honorees.

Kim Coles, Dr. Olajide Williams and Dr. Muriel Petioni were chosen to receive this recognition by the honorable Assemblyman Herman Denny Farrell due to their many years as innovators and trendsetters in the Health, Arts and Entertainment Industries.  All honorees will receive a proclamation from New York for their contributions.

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Sponsors included Uptown Magazine, Denim Lounge, International Festival Network, and author Delvon Johnson.

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On January 14th, the 2012 BET Honors was taped at the historic Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C. The BET Honors recognizes the achievements of African-Americans in several fields including education, media, the arts, service and entertainment. Actress Gabrielle Union hosted the show for the fourth year in a row. “Vampire Diaries” actress Kat Graham served as BET’s special correspondent for the red carpet. One of the many highlights of the night was the appearance of First Lady Michelle Obama who presented an award for literary achievement to poet Maya Angelou.

MSDTV captured a bevy of celebrities and media personalities including host Gabrielle Union, Jesse Jackson, Kat Graham, Solange, Beverly Bond, Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, Ledisi, Aretha Franklin, Jill Scott, General Colin Powell, “Red Tails” star Terrence Howard, BET’s Rocsi and TJ Holmes, BET EVP Stephen Hill and so many more on the red carpet.

The 2012 BET Honors  airs during Black History Month on Monday, February 13 at 9:00 PM.

More after the break.

We were extremely excited to meet two Tuskegee Airmen. MSDTV salutes Colonel Charles McGee, Dr. Roscoe C. Brown Jr., and their fellow Tuskegee Airmen. It’s not everyday you meet people who’ve made history and incredible sacrifices for their home land.

2012 Honorees: Tuskegee Airmen Colonel Charles McGee and Dr. Roscoe C. Brown Jr.

Additional honorees include director Spike Lee, poet Maya Angelo, entertainer Mariah Carey, educator Beverly Kearney, Tuskegee Airman William Slade and the internationally renowned musical artist Stevie Wonder.

View exclusive photos in the gallery after the break.

2012 BET Honors Red Carpet

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Last night it was a veritable who’s who in hip hop, sports and reality television on the red carpet at the reopening of Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club in New York City. Luxury cars and SUVs with tinted windows didn’t stop coming down the blocked off street. One Maybach made its way too.

Jay-Z, the Yankees’ CC Sabathia, Ashanti, Swizz Beatz, producer Rico Love, Spike Lee,  media personality A.J. Calloway, Wale, models Selita Ebanks and Damaris Lewis, ?uestlove, Jacob the Jeweler, Hot 97′s Angie Martinez and K Foxx, reality television stars Renee Graziano (Mob Wives), Erica Mena and Rich Dollaz (Love and Hip Hop) and Kim G. (The Real Housewives of New Jersey) walked the red carpet.

It was Jay-Z’s night but Ashanti ruled the carpet in a show stopping black gown strategically draped on her gym fresh body. We definitely heard men sing sing a few lines from LMFAO’s “Sexy and I Know It”.

The biggest surprise of the night? Warren Buffet attended the event. A.J. Calloway jokingly taunted red carpet photographers with a report that a house photographer snapped the legendary investor throwing up the Roc Nation sign as he was flanked by two women. We have yet to see photographic evidence.

UPDATE: We found the photo of Warren Buffet throwing the Roc Nation sign on TMZ.

MSDTV caught the action on the red carpet and Ms. Drama got to rub elbows with many of the guests inside — including Jigga.

Guests sampled the revamped menu with sliders, beef tacos, chicken empanadas and buffalo wings. They washed the delicious food down with an open bar that included the infamous Ace of Spades Champagne.

It was a night of sheer opulence from the red carpet to the rich banquets, big screens and leather walls. The 40/40 Club is the epitome of luxury New York night life.

View the photos after the jump.

Photos – 40/40 Club Reopening

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Photos by Kizzy-Kay Graham/MsDramaTV.com

The baddest b*tch is back and she has a new look and sound. Rapper Trina’s style has made a 180 thanks to celebrity stylist June Ambrose. In VH1′s “Styled By June,” the innovative stylist takes stars from the brink of fashion failure to new heights of style. “Styled By June” allows viewers to enter Ambrose’s world which she refers to as the “Juniverse.” Viewers will watch Ambrose navigate the fashion world while juggling a husband, two children and two dogs.

MSDTV joined a select group of music and fashion insiders, fans and press at a taping of “Styled By June” where Trina debuted her new look and performed her new single “Outerspace” with new artist Kid Cadet.

“Styled By June” airs Feb. 27 on VH1.

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Photos by Kizzy-Kay Graham/MsDramaTV.com

In addition to performing Trina introduced her new artist NishaRockstarr, and Rico Love’s artist Emjay to press including MSDTV.

“Styled By June” shoot with Trina at The Griffin in New York City

We’d love to hear your opinion on Trina’s new look.

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Photos by Kizzy-Kay Graham/MsDramaTV.com

Stay tuned to MSDTV for exclusive photos and videos from celebrity stylist June Ambrose’s new VH1 reality series “Styled by June” with rapper Trina, and the 2012 “BET Honors”.

Sneak peek after the break.

MSDTV took a trip to Washington, DC for the 2012 “BET Honors“.

We were at The Griffin in NYC for Trina’s performance and the unveiling of her new look, soon to be featured in VH1′s new series “Styled By June”.

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Photos: Kizzy-Kay Graham/MSDTV

Today we celebrate the birth of Dr. Marting Luther King, Jr. If Dr. King were alive today he would be proud that his work and that of his contemporaries helped secure a better future for Blacks in America. We as a people have come a long way from shackles, Jim Crow laws and segregation. However, we’re killing ourselves at alarming rates due to disease and violence. Gun violence in particular has plagued our communities for decades and it’s only getting worse. A history of gun violence was not in the legacy MLK, Jr. left for Black people.

Join Ms. Drama and the National Action Network today, January 16th at 12 noon for a panel discussion on gun violence. Learn what your community needs to do to be safe and how to change the policies to ensure it.

Click here for more information.

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Join Ms. Drama and the National Action Network on Monday, January 16th at 12 noon for a panel discussion on gun violence. Learn what your community needs to do to be safe and how to change the policies to ensure it.

Details after the break:

NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK’S KING DAY PUBLIC POLICY FORUM

WHAT WOULD DR. KING SAY & WHAT WOULD DR. KING DO ABOUT THE CULTURE OF GUN VIOLENCE?

Ms. Drama and the National Action Network will talk about this and more at this special forum.

ARRIVE EARLY SEATING WILL BE LIMTED:

MONDAY JANUARY 16, 2012 AT 12 NOON
HOUSE OF JUSTICE 106 W. 145 TH STREET

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO:

WWW.NATIONALACTIONNETWORK.NET

OR CALL AT 877-626-4651

NAN is dedicated to a modern civil rights agenda that includes education equality, criminal justice, anti-
violence, and a standard of decency for all people. On this day in particular, NAN encourages elected officials,
community activists, clergy and leaders across the country to pause and remember the example Dr. King set
and the importance of his work.
The King Day Public Policy forum not only celebrates Dr. King’s legacy, but provides an opportunity to focus
on the work each of us does to carry on his dream.

BET is pulling out all the stops for the 2012 installment of the “BET Honors.” The First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama will participate in the show which celebrates the achievement of those in music, literature, entertainment, media and education. Actress Gabrielle Union hosts the show for the fourth year.

Honorees include poet and author Maya Angelou, internationally renowned musician Stevie Wonder, Pop/R&B artist Mariah Carey, pioneering filmmaker Spike Lee, American heroes the Tuskegee Airmen and mentor Beverly Kearney.

The “BET Honors” 2012 airs during Black History Month on Monday, February 13 at 9:00 PM.

Expect performances from legends; Aretha Franklin, Patti Labelle and Cicely Tyson. Robin Thicke, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Rowland and Robin Thicke also perform.

Cuba Gooding Jr., Willow Smith, Jill Scott, John Singleton and Terrence Howard are scheduled to appear.

The show will tape at the historic Warner Theater in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, January 14.

Luxury car brand Lexus returns as the sponsor of the red carpet and VIP reception.

Proceeds from private ticket sales will benefit MetroTeen AIDS, a non-profit dedicated to supporting young people on the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Stay tuned for exclusive red carpet coverage from MSDTV.

Last week MSDTV joined Kandi Burruss at Babeland  Soho for the launch of her Bedroom Kandi adult toy line. As reported, Kandi was generous enough to engage fans in a Q & A session. One of the hot topics was the Ridiculous incident that sent Mama Joyce — Kandi’s mom — into a fit of rage.

It turns out this was not the first time Kandi has been treated to the sight that is Ridiculous.

Watch the video after the break.

Have you ever wondered how big it is? Watch the video and Kandi will show you why ladies love Ridiculous.

Stay tuned for more on the candid Kandi Burruss.

Last night MSDTV joined invited media, bloggers and fans for a very intimate conversation with Kandi Burruss at Babeland in New York City’s trendy Soho neighborhood. Babeland was packed with fans eager to see Kandi, hear gossip from The Real Housewives of Atlanta star, and to purchase goodies from her Bedroom Kandi line.

Before Kandi arrived guests were able to see the tasteful toys close up. All of the toys in the Bedroom Kandi line are made from body friendly silicone that is soft to the touch. Men and women alike were very taken with the products from the line including; Kandi Kisses, Hold On To Me, Make Me Over, Happiness & Joy and BK’s Natural Intimate Lubricant.

It’s clear Kandi is adored by her fans. She arrived to see women of all ages, shapes sizes and races crammed into Babeland’s store. Kandi immediately struck a pose and started taking photographs with fans — many of whom already purchased a piece (or three) from her sex toy collection.

After the photo ops with fans, Kandi jumped into the fan Q&A session and nothing was held back. Kandi fielded questions about her career, RHOA, her toy line and sex. MSDTV and guests found out a few interesting things about Kandi and the Bedroom Kandi collection.

Kandi’s Favorite Toy Before She Created Bedroom Kandi
The Rabbit

Kandi’s Favorite Toy From Bedroom Kandi
Happiness and Joy

Oldest Person Reported to Have Used A Product From The Line
A 70 year-old woman

Kandi on Achieving Success
“I am not afraid of no. I am not afraid of disappointment.”

Naughty guests were treated to champagne and mini manicures from Polish Bar of Brooklyn.

View the photo gallery after the jump.

Check out the photos of products and guests at the event.

Kandi announced there will be more to come for the Bedroom Kandi line.

As usual, stay tuned to MSDTV for the inside scoop.

Photos by Graham/Ms Drama TV