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“Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ Season 2 Reunion Sneak Peeks; KZ Is Crazy!
Posted on 26. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
We’re in store for an explosive hour of emotions as The Real Housewives of Atlanta get together for their Season 2 Reunion Special this Thursday night!
Tune in as Kandi opens up about AJ’s death, NeNe gets real about her stripper past, and Sheree faces speculation about her sexuality. I can hardly wait! Part One airs Oct. 29 @ 10/9c only on BRAVO.
Below are a few sneak peeks at all the drama that will go down Thursday. The Bravo videos load a little slow but they are worth watching if you are a die hard ‘Real Housewives’ fan!
I love that Andy went for the juice when talking to Kim about Big Papa and asking her point blank if her relationship with the married man is fair to Lee Najjar’s children. Kim’s response floors me, her statement that ‘There are bigger problems in the world, and all his kids are grown’- umm Kim maybe you missed the MTV TEEN Cribs episode- but I didn’t- Lee Najjar’s Kids are not all grown! Terrible, I really feel bad for his children. Especially Jamen Najjar since he is the youngest and definitely not an adult… nice try KZ.
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‘The Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ A.J. Jewell May Have Died From Complications Due To His Sickle Cell Anemia
Posted on 15. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
A.J. Jewell better known as the former fiance of Kandi Burruss, who currently stars on Bravo’s ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ died Oct. 2 following an altercation with Fredrick Richardson.
Richardson is currently being held without bail on voluntary manslaughter charges. Fredrick is due back in court on October 20.
Initial reports made it seem like Ashley “A.J.” Jewell was left for dead after the fight — which occurred outside of a strip club in Atlanta on October 2nd — but law enforcement sources say that wasn’t the case.
Witnesses told authorities A.J. was walking and talking after the fight — and he didn’t even take an ambulance to the hospital, instead hitching a ride with one of his friends.
Dr. Kelly Rose, who is the Fulton County Associate Medical Examiner, spoke exclusively to TMZ suggesting underlying conditions may have caused Jewell’s untimely death:
Preliminary autopsy results lead her to believe Ashley “A.J.” Jewell suffered from Sickle Cell — a disease which inhibits oxygen flow to tissues in the body.
Rose says it’s most likely that Jewell was worked up from the fight — and because of his condition, it’s probable that he couldn’t replenish the oxygen he lost during the incident … which the Dr. says could have fatal consequences.
The attorney for Richardson, Dennis Scheib said preliminary autopsy results do not suggest a head injury and that the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office is waiting on toxicology results.
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New Music: Kandi Burruss “I Fly Above”
Posted on 11. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member Kandi Burruss has just released her new single I Fly Above onto iTunes and Amazon, and I have to say I’m liking it. Kandi is a pro at coming up with catchy hooks (look what she did for Tardy For The Party), and this song is no exception. Of course, it’s already made it onto YouTube in a fan video, so check it out.
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Latest Update In The Death Of A.J. Jewell Ex-Fiance To Kandi Burruss, “The Real Housewives Of Atlanta”
Posted on 07. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
The ex-fiance of “Housewives” star Kandi Burruss was walking and talking after the fight that led to his death.
Initial reports made it seem like Ashley “A.J.” Jewell was left for dead after the fight — which occurred outside of a strip club in Atlanta on Friday night — but law enforcement sources say that wasn’t the case.
Witnesses told authorities A.J. was walking and talking after the fight — and he didn’t even take an ambulance to the hospital, instead hitching a ride with one of his friends.
Suspect Fredrick Richardson is being held without bail and has been charged with voluntary manslaughter.
The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office says A.J.’s body showed evidence of a physical altercation — and they’re trying to determine the extent of those injuries while also looking to see if there “was another cause of death.”
The M.E.’s Office also says contrary to other reports, there were no stab wounds found on Jewell’s body.
Fredrick Richardson is being represented by Atlanta defense attorney Dennis Scheib.
Here’s what the AJC had to say about yesterday’s court appearance:
Richardson, his right fingers in a cast, said little during his first court appearance Tuesday morning.
Coming into the jail courtroom, Richardson waived to his 70-year-old mother and one of three children sitting in the rear, behind a glass partition. He spoke only to acknowledged to the judge that he understood the charges against him and that he had an attorney.
While waiting for the hearing to start, Scheib told reporters Jewell started the dispute with Richardson, the general manager at the club since May.
Scheib said Jewell was stretched out on Richardson’s sofa in his office “with a gun” beside him earlier in the day Friday.
Richardson said to Jewell “‘what are you doing?’ He [Jewell] said ‘I’ve got something for you,’” Scheib said.
According to Richardson, Scheib said, Jewell then pulled back the slide on the handgun.
Later in the parking lot, “A.J. comes out and says ‘I’ve got something for you.’ He takes off his shirt.. and hits Richardson twice,” Scheib said.
The two exchange blows and then Richardson leaves the parking lot. He went to the hospital to have his broken index finger treated. Scheib said. As Richardson was driving out of the parking lot, “A.J. was walking away. He wasn’t beaten to death,” Scheib said.
Jewell died later that night at Piedmont Hospital
“We don’t know what killed him,” Scheib said, complaining that a manslaughter charge is premature.
Scheib said Jewell may have had a health problem that caused his death.
Detectives said the deadly argument apparently came out of a slight and a disagreement over the club.
“They had some words about a business decision,” said Lt. Keith Meadows, head of the Atlanta Police Department’s homicide unit. “It seems like there was a struggle for power over the club.”
Fredrick is due back in court on October 20.
It is going to be very interesting to hear all the facts come out in this case. From the argument Fredrick’s attorney is making, it appears Jewell may have been the cause of his own fate.
On a sidenote: The Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion show was set to tape today-no word on if that has been postponed or how involved Kandi will be.
**AJ’s funeral will be held Friday at the Ray of Hope Christian Church on Snapfinger Road in DeKalb County. The time has not yet been determined. A visitation will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Donald Trimble Mortuary in Decatur.
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“The Real Housewives Of Atlanta” Kandi Burruss Releases Statement Following Death Of Her Ex-Fiance Ashley ‘A.J.’ Jewell
‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ Star Kandi Burruss Former Fiance AJ Jewell Murdered.
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“The Real Housewives Of Atlanta” Kandi Burruss Releases Statement Following Death Of Her Ex-Fiance Ashley ‘A.J.’ Jewell
Posted on 05. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Kandi Burruss is “heavy with grief” after the weekend beating death of her former fiance, Ashley “A.J.” Jewell, outside a local strip club.
On Friday night, Jewell, 34, died from “massive head injuries” sustained during a fight, which took place in the parking lot of a strip club he co-owned, The Associated Press reports.
“I am devastated by the loss of A.J.,” she said in a statement releassed Sunday. “His death comes on the heels of the death of my beloved Uncle Ralph and with both of them gone, my heart is heavy with grief.”
Kandi and A.J. split in August. Nonetheless, the loss came as a shock for the Grammy-winning songwriter, who spoke to A.J. just hours before his death.
“I had spoken to AJ two hours before I got the call that he was in the hospital,” she said. “Never in a thousand years did I think it was going to be the last time I heard his voice. He was taken way too soon. There are so many things that I should have said to him, wanted to say to him… But now it’s too late. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of my family and friends — and that means my twitter and facebook friends as well — for the beautiful words of encouragement, prayers, and the sweet condolences. I make it through these difficult days because of you.”
The 33-year-old former Xscape singer-turned-reality-star is urging fans to recognize their loved ones while they still can.
“I know this is cliche but I urge everyone to treat each day as if it’s your last and tell that special someone you love them today,” Kandi said. “Don’t wait. It may be too late. Please pray for his children, his family and Riley – they too are grieving the loss of an incredible man, son, brother and father. I wish you all had gotten to know the AJ we all knew and loved.”
The man charged with the voluntary manslaughter of A.J. is still receiving medical attention at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Police refuse to release any other information on the mans condition other than as soon as he is released he will be taken to Fulton County Correctional Facility.
It is being reported that the two men worked together at the stip club, Body Tap. However, it is unclear what position each man held- some reports have both men listed as managers while another has A.J. listed as co-owner. The cause for their brawl is still unknown.
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‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ Star Kandi Burruss Former Fiance AJ Jewell Murdered.
Posted on 03. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
AJ Jewell, former fiance of ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Kandi Buruss, was killed Friday night at an Atlanta strip club called Body Tap.
Jewell suffered severe head injuries following a fight. He was taken to Piedmont hospital and died on arrival.
Atlanta police spokesman James Polite says Fredrick Richardson has been arrested and charged with voluntary manslaughter in the death of Ashley “A.J.” Jewell. Richardson was hospitalized after the alleged fight and will be taken into custody once he is released.
AJ Jewell’s engagement to Kandi Buruss caused conflict on the show between Kandi and her mother, and the engagement was called off just a few months ago. Kandi is the legal guardian of AJ’s twin 12 year old daughters (Jewell has six children), and Kandi’s rep has confirmed the news. Such a sad situation, especially with Jewell having children, our condolences go out to his family.
Kandi made a few updates to her twitter page following his death:
im just in one of those moods where i dont wanna talk, i dont wanna b held & told its gonna b ok. i just wanna cry myself 2 sleep, alone.about 13 hours ago from web
I could never n a million years imagine this happening. please pray for AJ’s children. that’s who im the most concerned 4.about 13 hours ago from web
im bout 2 giv my swollen eyes sum rest now. i just wanted to say thanks 2 every1 for their prayers. i gotta get up & go 2 my uncle’s funeralabout 13 hours ago from web
@MonicaMyLife thanksabout 14 hours ago from web in reply to MonicaMyLife
The twitter message above is Kandi thanking R&B Singer Monica for her kind words-I put Monica’s tweet below:
@KandiConnection God is so amazing, hold on to his unchanging hand. I love u and u know I have always had your back and it’s been 10 yrs
Fellow castmates also took to their twitter pages to let everyone know how they felt:
Nene Leakes tweeted this following the news:
RIP AJ from the real housewives of Atlanta! My thoughts & prayers r with Kandi, his children & familyabout 17 hours ago from web
Andy Cohen of Bravo had this to say:
To express over twitter seems to somehow minimize the depth of emotion, but condolences and prayers to Kandi and AJ’s children.about 5 hours ago from TwitterBerry
Everyone please keep aj’s family and@kandiconnection in ur prayers.about 15 hours ago from UberTwitter
please Pray for my dear friend Kandi and her loss.I adored AJ and he will be misssed dearly.about 16 hours ago from web
N Jamaica phone is just now allowing me 2 tweet! My sincerest condolences 2 @kandiconnection & AJ’s family! Ur n my prayers! As I said, …about 3 hours ago from UberTwitter
Update:
Atlanta police told Channel 2 Action News that Jewell received a severe head injury during a fight at The Body Tap Club in the 1200 block of Marietta Boulevard in Atlanta.”It appears he was involved in an altercation in the parking lot and he received a severe blow to the head,” said Atlanta Police Lt. Keith Meadows. Meadows said Jewell was taken to Piedmont Hospital where he later died.Police said Fredrick Richardson, an employee at the strip club, is charged with voluntary manslaughter and currently being held at Grady Detention in connection with the crime. Authorities said Richardson, who was also injured, will be transported to the Fulton County Jail once he is cleared by medical personnel.
It is being reported that Richardson is an employee of the strip club Body Tap.
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Kim Zolciak “Tardy For The Party” Bravo Music Video
Posted on 24. Sep, 2009 by CSS.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Kim Zolciak has finally dropped a video for her wannabe club anthem, “Tardy For The Party.” I’m not sure you can call this an actual video — technically, it’s just a 3 minute compilation of some of the Real Housewives’ trashiest moments that Bravo put together
Enjoy!
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“The Real Housewives Of Atlanta” Alter-Ego Photoshoot Photos
Posted on 19. Sep, 2009 by CSS.
NeNe: Straight Laced Lady & Stripper
Kandi: “I had the opportunity to direct NeNe. In the first scene I gave her a little direction, but in the second one she needed nooo direction. It was all natural.”
NeNe: “It was very much my personality. I absolutely loved it.”
Lisa: Girl Scout & Bad Girl
NeNe: “I chose this alter ego for Lisa because I say she’s my gangsta boo.”
Lisa: “I did like my photo. I can’t relate to pushing the girl scout down and taking her cookies, that is totally not me. I was like, I would be the one defending the girl scout!”
Kim: Stepford Wife & Mistress
NeNe: “Kim was a Stepford Wife and a mistress. So typical Kim. A mistress.”
Kandi: Drunk Driver & Pedestrian Victim
NeNe: “In the very beginning I chose an alter ego for Kandi to be a bride and a groom, I wanted her to be a man and a woman … and Kandi called me up and said, ‘I think I want to go a little bit deeper, because my family was involved in a car accident.’ I really appreciated what she decided to do.”
Kandi: “I loved my photo when I saw it, because my family was able to be there and AJ’s family was able to be there. It wasn’t just a generic alter ego it was really something that not only meant something to me, but was important for people to see.”
Sheree: 7-Figure Thief & Victim
NeNe: “Sheree was great and I’m glad we were able to do it. Sheree finally did get her 7 figures. We know how Sheree likes money.”
Sheree: “I totally see a little of Sheree in both of the characters, the glam girl and the bad ass girl. it is absolutely beautiful, I loved it.”
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‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ Season Two Sneak Peek Video
Posted on 24. Jun, 2009 by CSS.
They’re back! Bravo’s favorite Southern Belles return to the small screen for the second season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta on Thursday, July 30th @ 10 PM ET/PT. Find out what’s on the social calender for the five wives; Sheree, no nonsense NeNe, Kim, Lisa, and the newest socialite on the scene, singer Kandi Burruss — formerly of the ’90s R&B girl group Xscape.
