Fabulous Brown Oscar Winners

Last night was absolutely amazing for African Americans and the Oscars. Not only did PRECIOUS take the Academy by storm, but so did successful comedienne, Mo'Nique. She along with a host of other uber talented African Americans took home Oscars' last night and to them we say Congrats!!!!!

Check them out below!

Mo'nique for Best Supporting Actress in PRECIOUS

Anthony Mackie for Best Movie, HURT LOCKER

Geoffrey Fletcher for Best Adapted Screenplay with PRECIOUS

Roger Ross Williams for Producing and Directing short film, Music by Prudence.

And of course we can not forget to thank the woman who broke down the barriers for there to be a black assortment of Oscar winners today.

Hattie McDaniels was the first African American to win an Oscar in 1939. She won Best Supporting Actress for her role in Gone With the Wind.

It has been confirmed that Mo'Nique will be telling her story and it will be directed by none other than Lee Daniels.


Here is Mo'Niques flawless acceptance speech! You can definitely tell she had "this speech" prepared! Yes for claiming your Oscar!! We love it!

We are FABULOUS: 41st NAACP Image Awards!

Last night the 41st NAACP Image Awards took place to celebrate and reward the accomplishments of people who the organization believes have successfully advanced people of color.

We love anything that celebrates us as a people, puts us in a positive light, and of course gives us a reason to dress up and look FABULOUS as well as support one another.

If you tuned in last night, what was your favorite moment during the awards? We thought they were overall wonderful minus director Lee Daniels acceptance speech... lol.. but what can you do?

Another site said that the awards was definitely a night for the ladies because they were the ones cleaning up and bringing home all the awards. That is what we like to hear!! Let's continue with that trend and BEING FABULOUS!!


Take a look at some of the snapshots of the FABULOUS BROWN GIRLS who attended the awards!

The wonderful and uber talented cast of PRECIOUS!

Always classy Anika Noni Rose who was the Co-host of the Image Awards

Fabulous Brown Girls: Taraji P. Henson, Gabby S., and Raven Simone

Keisha Knight Pulliam showing off her gorgeous gown after winning Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

Paula Patton who looks great preggo by the way! She stays glowing!

Some of our favs Keri Hilson and Co-Host Hill Harper took a picture together !

Beautiful FBGs Tichina Arnold and Journee Smollett

BET Honors: This is What Extraordinary Looks Like

So last night BET outdid themselves with this year's broadcast of their 3rd annual BET Honors which took place in Washington, DC. The BET Honors recognized the achievements of fellow Howard Bison, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Queen Latifah, Dr. Keith Black, Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, and Whitney Houston.



Hosted by FBG Gabriel Union, several artists performed to honor them musically with uplifting songs to show them their love and appreciation.

My favorite tributes were Diddy's with Mary J Blige showing love to her "big brother" with a lot of hits they made together; as well as, Kim Burrell and Jennifer Hudson's tribute to Whitney Houston. Those ladies sang their hearts out to Whitney who was not afraid to "show" her gratitude for them while they performed. I didn't mind Whitney's antics because she made it clear, its better to be judged by your triumphs than by your flaws... Only if everyone thought like that!



Check out the tear jerking tribute Kim Burrell performed with her rendition of "I Believe in You and Me". This rendition encompasses how Fabulous Brown Girls everywhere should feel about one another. Thank You Kim and Whitney for that moment and thank you BET. We needed that.

Fabulous Brown Girls Hit Up the Grammy's

Last night the Fabulous Brown Girls did not disappoint at the Grammy Awards. From the fashion to the talent, these women were kicking butt and taking names all while looking chic, stunning, and FABULOUS... Check out a few of their red carpet pictures below. Oh and by the way, don't you just want to kidnap Julez (Solange's son)...? Her son is sooo adorable!!

Very interesting pick for Beyonce Knowles-Carter!

Ms. Mary J Blige will always show up and show out!! Loves her!!

Rhianna killed it!

Keri Hilson looked stunning and FAB in Dolce and Gabbana

Beautiful songstress--newcomer Melonie Fiona

India.Arie, an ultimate FBG

Jennifer Hudson (is it just me, or did she shed a significant amount of weight?!)
She look AMAZING

Also, we want to give BIG and FABULOUS Congratulations to Miss Caressa Cameron, our new Miss America! The former Miss Virgina blew the judges away with her class, talent, and energy and earned herself the crown! We Love it!!!

FBG Photo of the Week 12.4.09

Taraji P. Henson (also fellow Howard Alumni) looks absolutely FABULOUS in this grey ensemble as she announced the nominations for the 25th Film Independent Spirit Awards. Even though Taraji outfits are sometimes hit or misses.. she is definitely a HIT in this!

This FBG is looking very classic and demure with her natural makeup and a classic hairstyle that looks great on most women. Taraji is glowing and I love how grey is such a refined and classy color, especially against brown skin! Her outfit is very simple, but does not look plain. This may be an inspiration for a work outfit or any thing that calls for the "sophisticated and chic" look. I love it!

Happy Friday Fabulous Brown Girls!!

FBG Spotlight: Black Girls Rock Awards

Sunday, October 17, an organization called Black Girls Rock held its 4th annual awards ceremony to honor several woman of color of their postive imagery in the media. FBG wanted to spotlight Black Girls Rock because a lot of their principles and ideals line up with those of Fabulous Brown Girl (and their name is FABULOUS) This year the honorees were Raven Simone, Naomi Campbell, Mary J Blige, and Janelle Monae

Black Girls Rock was founded out of the disdain that a lot of women of color have against hip hop "videos, magazines and other visual media." Instead of fighting these media avenues, the founder, popular female disc jockey, Beverly Bond, started Black Girls Rock as a mentoring and advocacy foundation for "at risk" female teenagers.

A major goal Black Girls Rock is dedicated to is combating the psychological effects of the negative portrayal of black women in the media by..

• building girls self worth and self-esteem
• broadening their horizons
• and helping empower them through discussion, education, counseling, and mentorship

Take a look at the beautiful honorees!

Raven Simone, Young, Black and Gifted Award Honoree

Mary J. Blige, ICON Honoree

Naomi Campbell, Fashionista Award Honoree

Janelle Monae, Who's Up Next Award Honoree

Check out the footage from YBF.com correspondent Kourtney "KRich" Richards as she chats with the honorees and attendees on the red carpet!!

BEYONCE' : BILLBOARD's WOMAN OF THE YEAR

Beyonce' Knowles is one of my all time favorite FABULOUS BROWN GIRLS!

Watch her accept her award for Billboard's "Woman of the Year". She gives praise to her family and talks about what she thought about Kanye's infamous VMA interruption of Taylor Swift.




Video obtained from essenceonline.com

FABULOUS BROWN GIRL Spotlight: WEEN

Over the weekend, DC was littered with black elite and celebrities that came to celebrate and attend the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference. The conference is a four day long event held every year in September. The conference is host to tons of events, forums, galas, and awards ceremonies for black politicians, business leaders, and the movers and shakers in the black community.

One of the organizations that held an awards ceremony over the weekend was WEEN (Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network). They are a network of women in the entertainment industry that are commited to the positive portrayal of women of all races and backgrounds in the media, entertainment, and society as a whole.

The women of WEEN understand the importance of improving the quality of life for women and young ladies all over the world. They are using there fame and their industry impact as a platform to lend a voice to causes such as

• Healthcare
• Financial Literacy
• Personal and Professional Development
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Media Impact
• Grassroots Programs
  

Some of the people that were honored at the awards were actors Vivica Fox, Hill Harper, Malinda Williams, Chief Diversity Officer of McDonalds, Pat Harris, Executive Vice President of Urban Marketing Universal Motown, Shanti Das, and AIDS Activist, Maria Davis.

Check out some photos of the honorees on the "purple" carpet!!

Honoree, Malinda Williams

Honoree, Vivica A. Fox





Honoree, Hill Harper



Valeisha Butterfield, WEEN Chairwoman







If you are interested in becoming a member or how to break into the industry with a job or an internship click here for WEEN job postings .