Gabby Bugged By Black Bloggers

November 15th, 2007

In the December issue of Essence magazine — which features a smokin’ hot cover of Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan and Gabrielle Union, by the way —  Miss Union comments on the various Black gossip blogs that have coupled her up with every Tom, Dick and Harry.

She says: “…because everyone is clamoring for celebrity tidbits, the bigger gossip sites and even mainstream entities are picking up on it. No fact-checking, no nothing. And in one week’s time, there were like five different dudes, a baby—I’m a homewrecker. In literally seven days. I can’t point the finger at the White media. They don’t care about us. Paparazzi are not staked out in front of any of our houses. They are not going through our garbage because they don’t care about us in that way. So when you hear crap about us, it is coming from our own community, which hurts.”

“… In the next breath, they’ll complain on the blogs that we don’t have enough Black stars. Well, you rip us to shreds every two seconds from our nose to the weave to the clothes to the shoes to the ashy ankles.”

I hear her. BUT, in the defense of us bloggers, we aren’t aiming to hurt Black celebrities. Can we help it if they happen to work in an industry that breeds entertaining gossip? It’s all in fun. At the end of the day, I don’t think anyone reading this blog or any other blog is losing sleep wondering who she’s really dating, right? My last point: White media may not be gossiping about Black Hollywood folk, but they sure as hell are gossiping about their own. Why shouldn’t Black media do the same?

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JUST ME said on November 15th, 2007

Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. To You who wrote this article and ask the STUPID, IGNORANT question “White media may not be gossiping about Black Hollywood folk, but they sure as hell are gossiping about their own. Why shouldn’t Black media do the same?” God calls that BLamfem, so why would you want to hurt someone, does that make you feel good about yourself? We are all full of sin,lies and other ills, but that dosn’t give anyone of us the right to exploit each others faults. If we focus on ourselves and building each other up then we would have no time to go the extra mile to spread other folks business, Get you ***** together, and we you become Jesus and start judging then you can open your mounth, until then you should lay low, better yet read the bible and try to keep up with what god says and not what the White media is doing, you foolish one.

G.Man NTS said on November 15th, 2007

to the BLOGGER in question…YOU are presicely the ignorant fool that Gabrielle is speaking on! what’s worse is you don’t even realize it. how can you say no one is losing sleep over the trash that you write? it may not be you…but maybe that’s because no one cares about you. they do care about her and celebs like her, so they are ultimately the ones hurt by your foolish and irresponsible journalism. that’s the accountability that people like you are avoiding.
and shame on you for looking to the white media to set the precedence for the standard that you strive for.

sammy (http://famouskroegers.blogspot.com/) said on November 15th, 2007

Thanks for coming to the defense of the bloggers. :-)

dyw said on November 15th, 2007

I can understand why Gabrielle is offended because it is disparaging her character but, on the flip side, if she knows that what is being said is not true then why get all worked up about it. Like D.L.Hughley said.. sticks and stones may break my bone but, words will never hurt me. Although, that is not always true.. if you know the deal and are being true to yourself the f the rest.

Honey B. said on November 15th, 2007

I understand Gabrielle’s frustration, but she needs to develop thicker skin. She is a celebrity. The media is there to sell stories and boost ratings for their shows, magazines, and web site hits. Any person with common sense will know that you can’t believe everything you read. I’m a fan of hers and I don’t believe all that mess about her with many different men. One story I’ll have to comment on is her and Hill Harper. Whether or not their dating, I thought they looked good together… :)

Lavett said on November 15th, 2007

Gabrielle if you are concerned about what someone said or say about you, maybe you need to check the people you talk to, when you are in the front line like that you must expect & accept the fact that there are people who will hate on you. this is the kind of world we’re live in, GIRL YOU ARN’T NEW.
Frankly I could careless about our afro american star from hair weaves to ashy ankles. With all the millions our Black Stars are making these very few and I mean very few make a diiference in the Black community.

bri said on November 15th, 2007

If it’s not true then it shouldnt matter period.. i dnt care what anybody says about you if you know that not you then dont feed into it. the reason why gabby so upset is a.. they called her butt out and now everyone now her shyt do stink. b.. maybe she’s really hurt dnt believe that she’s a grown azz woman handle your biz and move on.. in reality she should be thanking gossip sites that somebody still talks about her.. when was her last movie??? has she won any awards??all of her moive roles are alike.. gabby concerate less on gossip sites and more on you job you slackin ma.

bri said on November 15th, 2007

If it’s not true then it dont matta period… i dnt care what anybody says about you if it’s not true then dont feed into.. gabby your a grown azz woman handle your biz and go on about your day!! and in reality you should be thanking the gossip sites for still keeping your name in the media. when was the last time you had a movie??? have you won anyway awards??? in all of your movies all your roles are alike… gabby please concerate lss on the gossip sites and more on your job.

yes yes yall said on November 15th, 2007

Ms. Union is right.

yourweezyness said on November 15th, 2007

Definition of gossip: idle talk or rumor, esp. about the personal or private affairs of others. If Gabrielle can’t handle some harmless gossip about her love life, she’s in the wrong business. I’ve heard far worse things about celebrities, Black, white, whatever. She needs to get a grip. Ooh, hey: THAT was the point of the blog.

Angie said on November 15th, 2007

Who are you kidding? The majority of the bloggers are aiming to hurt Black celebrities. Some of them are involved in numerous charities helping our people but we don’t care and that’s the sad part. People seem to forget that even though they are celebrities, they are still human beings. How would you feel if you are constantly being dogged by your people? And yes the white media gossips about their own. That does’t mean we have to follow them. God Bless.

LaLa said on November 16th, 2007

I don’t know why my post was deleted. I’m going to keep reposting it. BET whoever wrote this article needs to be fired. Keep your personal opinon to yourself. We don’t care about what YOU think about Gabriel Union. If that’s how you feel about her, keep it to yourself. Don’t post it on BET and be the voice for all black people.

Rethea said on November 16th, 2007

All in FUN??? At whose expense?? I am really shocked at that comment. Gossip is not fun….unless you are a high school girl. Gossip is juvenile and often comes from those who are either jealous, less fortunate, miserable, or all of thee above. I understand alot of people get off of stuff like this, but those people may want to stop and ask themselves why. This post embodies the definition of hatin’….PERIOD. And Gabrielle is right…it is OUR community that tears Black Actors down. Once again, that shows our disability to uplift eachother. WE are our worst enemy sometimes. So sad.

JamilaLovezboyz said on November 16th, 2007

huh?

Ebonie said on November 16th, 2007

Black people shouldn’t gossip about black people or any other race because someone should be above all the petty who’s sleeping with who. Nobody cares I got my own business that I’m trying to mind.People should leave celebrities alone and let their work and their worth speak for themselves.

de said on November 16th, 2007

let these people live there lives. celebs have it hard especailly those with kids.because they are trying to lead normal lives and nosey a$$ people like bloggers and tabloids won’t go on about there on lives and stay out of there business. how would you feel if every aspect of your life was on display. you sexuality and preference, you not paying your bills and so forth. find somethin else to do with your lives insteadd of trying to tear down others.

Ms. Tres Chic said on November 16th, 2007

Tres Chic Style is proud to admit that our blog does not intentionally or purposely set out to maliciously attack any celebrity -Black or White.
However, because fashion is our forte…..We will post and review celebrity looks/styles and call you out if need be….
And for the record Gabby…there are several blogs written by Black Women like myself that actually applaud your talent, beauty grace and style minus the “malicious gossip”.

andrea said on November 16th, 2007

Evil is evil regardless, of the color. It’s never to late, too begin to have standards. Blasphemy, is knowing the truth and ignoring it. Which could be disasterous, how such ever since we are spirtual, let’s remain that way. Treat others how you would like to be treat, and remember whatever you do will return to you, in some form or another. On the other note, what is meant for a evil, many times work for the Lord’s childrens good. Notarity has it perks. Relax, and enjoy Gabrielle, everyone has haters!

Joscelyn Elliott said on November 19th, 2007

Ms. Union people are going to be people. Ignorance & gossip is are for kids. We all go through this kind of stuff. There will always be haters out there.Pop your collar QUEEN, because that’s what you are. I admire you real WOMEN like yourself very much,Live life to the fullest.

JTE

destiny said on November 20th, 2007

She’s famous….she knows she in the spotlight, and rumors will be spread. That’s just one price you have to pay to have MILLIONS of dollars! She’s not the only one who this has happened to. Get over yourself Gabby!!!

Krysten said on November 21st, 2007

Welcome to the industry Gab!!!! The media no matter what color they are makes a living out of gossiping about celebrities and the personally lives whether truth or not. I am a huge fan of yours and I think you are a great role model. Tabloids can say whatever they want about you, but keep doing you, if you want to date, then date that is what humans do. Keep your head up and leave them haters down.

keena kee said on November 21st, 2007

she should blame herself for being in the public eye. stay home some nights instead of in somebody’s face. I understand she just went through a divorce, but damn chill out. Di*k isn’t going anywhere.

wtf said on November 22nd, 2007

Most of you people on here complaining about celebrity gossip are crazy. What the heck do you think you’re doing. You are the reason these websites exist. Duh! You log on day after day read the celebrity gossip, tell your friends and laugh about it. Gabrielle needs to relax. When it comes to celebrities I feel like this everything comes at a price unfortunately. You’re in the public eye so people will always have something to say. You’re not the first celebrity to have untrue things said about them. So quit whining do what you do and keep it moving.

MS. Understood said on November 24th, 2007

That remark was dumb as hell!!! We should respect ourselves regardless of if others are repecting themselves. Blogger, you need to lose your job just for that statement.

blackpanther said on November 24th, 2007

Of course white people do the same to their own but they also support their own too..IE Britney spears still went platinum with all the attention, unfortunately Ms Union is right but in the entertainment industry No news is bad news:meaning at least they talk about you, and if they aren’t talking about you they forgot about you!!!

Ken said on November 25th, 2007

I FEEL FOR THIS LADY ONLY BECAUSE SHE REALLY HAS A GREAT PERSONALITY. I CAN ONLY SAY THAT I FEEL HER PAIN. IT IS REALLY HARD TRYING TO LIVE IN A BRICK HOUSE WITHOUT WINDOWS. SO GABBY KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND YOUR PERSONALITY POSITIVE. DAMN THE BLOGGERS THEY NEED YOU MORE THAN YOU NEED THEM.

valerie said on November 30th, 2007

gurl tell them to keep your name out they mouth and stop hatin cause if you aint noticed is only the women and they mad cause you somebody and they aint and keep doin what you do.

Tyna said on December 4th, 2007

You should be ashamed. Leave our black actors alone. Don’t they have enough to deal with from other stupid a$$ people without our own kind adding to the stink. Haters be damed!!!!!

lover said on December 5th, 2007

yo gurl th eway u play on bad boys 2 was SLAMMIN!!!!! Any way jus thought i would leave u a comment ok well if u need any one to talk to then go find some one L.O.L!!! Naw jus kiddin any way theres always family L8terz

manuel said on December 5th, 2007

hey wat up gurl????? you awesome halla bac L.O.L!!!!!!

Sabrina said on December 7th, 2007

Gabrielle speaks the truth……we should uplift her instead of trying to slowly pick her apart. She is a great actress and deserves to be treated as such !!!!!

Sheively said on December 10th, 2007

whoever this blogger is is a stupid idiot, why shouldnt we do the same, well because if they see us embracing our community, they’ll give us more respect. yea im reading these blogs, but if they aren’t available, i wont lose any sleep. BLOGGERS period should be ashamed, and black bloggers who put down black bloggers are worse, specially the JASMINE GUY picture, why would you bring that into light, give her her privacy!

Mrs.Pretty said on December 13th, 2007

Girl you need to slow your role because you are makeing yourself look like the characters that you play in your movies. I know that you don’t want to have a name and rep like superhead, you are a pretty lady so just get you one man and let that be. And stop letting people know how you are wit until you are really with him.

DARLETTE said on December 21st, 2007

MS. UNION YOU REEP WHAT YOU SOW. YOU HAD A HUSBAND WHEN YOU CAME ON THE SEEN. WHEN YOU STARTED TO BLOW UP HE WASN’T GOOD ENOUGH OR THE RELATIONSHIP WAS TO SMALL FOR YOUR BIG HEAD , SO NOW YOU ARE WHAT YOU ARE

ladybird said on January 7th, 2008

i think she right and has a point but again she must also understand that it comes with what she does. she must not take it so personal

rayllineum said on January 7th, 2008

i think it is true that we are, the choices we make.i do understand people dont like to be rediculed,and for the most part i think you dont build a person, by ripping them apart.if you truly want to help someone you must first show them you first care about them,now if you care thats gonna go along way,because if you are sincere about caring you will take time to think how this would make you feel, if someone said it to you? when you give advice,depending on your motives….say it like you were saying it to your sister or brother or mother,show them you do care about them first,and thats your motivation behind what your saying.#1 they will at least listen to what you have to say,even if they dont agree.that is the point isnt it?i mean we are giving advice to help one another ,right? if not then maybe we are the one that need to think about why we are saying it,what is our motivation?to build,or destroy each other?

Phil Kinyongo said on January 10th, 2008

rayllineum, i totally agree with what you said…
People have to know that celeb are people just like anyone else. with a lot of imperfection on them,but it is not the reason why their lives have to be exposed in such a way to affect the reputation. The best way to do is to talk to them if there is any mistake by their side because remember,they got family that care a lot about them and they wouldn’t appreciate someone else saying bad things to their love ones.

Phil Kinyongo said on January 10th, 2008

For you Gabby, whatever people might say about you, don’t worry they just jalous n haters because they are not on ur level girl. Do ur own thing girl speciouly if you feel it is good for you and you are enjoying it…Stay strong Gabby, i love you!

Mandingo Jr said on January 14th, 2008

leave my baby gabrielle alone everyone that belongs 2 me

Amwzkanda said on March 14th, 2008

the different parts of it, both by land and by water, the less from another, as manufactures. It is impossible to separate so entirely

smiley.G said on May 1st, 2008

you have tha prettiest smile in showbiz, and if u need a man then im tha man 4 you.lol


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