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Q&A
CONTENTS
DECEMBER 2011 | ISSUE 57 |
IN THIS ISSUE ...
08 16
Q+A
Simple questions.
Expert answers!
SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT
Urban Skateboarding TYGA
2011 Top Celeb Moments + Trends
Q H ow d o I t u rn m y acqua i nta nce s i nto
f rien d s ? I m ean I d o ha ve fr i e nds, but
I d on ’t h a v e an y t h a t are cl o se e no ugh to
11 24 h an g ou t on w eeken d s an d stuf f. I t’s l i ke
t h e on l y p eop le I t alk t o ar e pe o pl e fr o m
s ch ool, b u t I on l y t alk t o t h e m a t scho o l . I t’s
reall y em b arras s in g n ot t o h a ve a n yo ne to go
p laces w it h an d s t u f f . M y p ho ne ne ve r r i ngs
an d n o on e t ex t s m e. W h a t do I do ?
LIFESTYLE HEALTH + ACADEMICS
Y M akin g clos e f rien d s is n’t a l wa ys e a sy,
an d y ou ’ll f in d ou t t h a t the numbe r o f
reall y g rea t f rien d s y ou h a ve i n yo ur l i fe
I’ve Got Issues - What To Do With Bad Gifts
5 Things Mom Got Wrong About Being Sick
DIY and Celeb Gift Guides w ill b e f ew. Bu t if y ou are l o o ki ng to ma ke
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SPORTS
“I wanted to teach kids
to surf and skate because
your environment is
everything.” ... Surfing,
skating and going to the
beach, which was only 20
minutes away, changed
my life.”
SK8
T he S k8 Wa r s A ma te u r To u r an d Co n c e r t prov i d es a safe fo r u m
for f r i e nd l y c omp e ti t i o n an d q u al i ty en ter tai n m en t . I t i s par t X
G a me s , pa r t mus i c a l fest ival an d feat u re s u p an d c o m i n g skat-
WARS
e r s , ba nd s , a p pa re l a n d skat i n g - rel ated pro d u c t s.
JANUARY 7, 2012 HOLLYWOOD PARK
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URBAN
SKATE
Planet Maple owner William Lamar looks to
change the face of skate and surfing
Skateboarding may conjure visions an amateur street skating compe-
of blond suburban boys in long tition that brings the world of ex-
shorts and a pair of vans hitting treme sports to the inner city. It is
ramps near the beach, but if William part X Games, part musical festival
Lamar has his way the face of the and features up and coming skaters,
sport will be much more diverse; fea- bands, apparel and skating-related
turing kids from some of the hardest products. The first SK8 Wars Ur-
places, ripping through the streets, ban Battle AM Tour will take place
conquering waves and in so doing at the venerated Hollywood Park
building a future for themselves and Saturday, January 7, 2012 for a full
their community. one-day event. A specialty skate
park is being built inside the Hol-
Their headquarters is Planet Maple, a lywood Park, so the most innova-
humble, but well stocked skate shop tive riders, tricksters, grinders and
owned by Lamar, which has served chargers will be able to show off their
as the hub of skateboarding and surf- talent for the 1st place grand prize
ing supply in the urban community of $1,000 dollars. The event will be
for years. Planet Maple’s connection hosted by professional skateboarder,
to inner city at risk youth inspired Anthony Mosley. Joining him will
Lamar to start the Urban Skate- be Jake Brown who earned X Games
boarding Association (USA), a non- gold in 2006 and Pep Williams pro-
profit with the mission to stop gang fessional Skateboarder and world
violence, combat childhood obesity renowned photographer. Anthony,
and change kids lives through ex- Jake, Pep and a few other skateboard
treme sports. USA offers kids train- superstars will serve as judges and
ing in skateboarding and surfing, be available for photo ops. Concert
often provided by award winning performances from The New Boyz,
athletes, as well as community pro- The Bots, Awaken the Empire, The
grams that let them earn equipment Rej3ctz, DJ ReFlex and more will
and more. entertain the crowd throughout the
day.
“I wanted to teach kids to surf and
skate because your environment is “Lots of kids, cannot get the proper
everything.” Lamar explains. “Surf- support or sponsorship to compete
ing, skating and going to the beach,on a professional level,” Lamar adds.
which was only 20 minutes away, “We will give them that chance to
changed my life.” earn big winnings, compete against
people of all walks of life’s, with no
USA’s next maneuver is to produce color lines and at the same time pur-
SK8 Wars. Referred to as “X Games sue their dreams of being a profes-
in the hood”, the event SK8 Wars is sional skateboarder.”
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LIFESTYLE
I’VE GOT GETTING A GIFT
ISSUES!
I REALLY WISH I HADN’T
WHAT TO DO! by: JOLIE BATISTE
T
is the time of the year when all the car
companies conspire to remind me that I know some of you will say that we as a society
more than likely there will not be a car put way too much emphasis on getting stuff and
in my driveway with a giant bow on it getting stuff we want and all that. I’m guessing
waiting for me to scream excitedly and none of you have had your boyfriend give you
hug and kiss whomever is responsible for automotive equipment for a car you don’t have and
said bow-topped vehicle. (*sigh) But while that aren’t going to get any time in the relatively near
may be forgivable, and its ok if every gift isn’t a great future. Since its primo gift-giving time here and
gift, sooner or later someone is going to give you a some ideas for how to handle the gifts you get that
really bad gift. You figure your own family would you really wish you hadn’t...
know you well enough to get you thoughtful gifts,
or that your best friend or boyfriend would know IT DoESN’T FIT
to get you something meaningful. But sometimes When the gift doesn’t fit: It seems like the people
people convince themselves that something least qualified to pick out clothes for you are
perfectly awful is really a good gift .The result? You the first people who try. Whether you receive
end up rendered speechless over having received something that’s too large, too small, or just plain
the absolute last thing you’d like to own. ugly, don’t take it personally. Getting something
too big doesn’t mean the person thinks you’re a
Don’t laugh, if this hasn’t happened to you yet, chubster and getting something too small isn’t a
trust me it will. Sure I have the occasional distant hint that you’re the wrong size. Everyone needs to
relative that sends me totally hideous clothes that be able to breath. Politely tell him that while you
never ever, (EVER) fit and my mom’s boss that still love the thought, it’s not your size and you’re going
sends toys like I’m 7. But hey I can deal, not half as to exchange it for something that’ll work. If you
traumatic as the Christmas I asked for a Nintendo have a receipt or know the store, return it for cash
and got a Barbie instead (mom I forgive you). But or store credit.
the absolute worst of the worst was last year. My
boyfriend (who I had been dating for a whole year IT’S ToTALLY RIDICuLouS
at that point) and I talked for two months about Some people (apparently especially boyfriends)
the gifts we were going to get each other for the can be completely clueless when it comes to giving
holidays. He kept hinting about the shopping gifts. To combat this you need to get specific about
he was doing, and acting all extra excited, so I what you want. You may want to be like the people
just knew I was getting something really, really on TV that are surprised with the perfect present
fantastic and I got excited too. I shopped for hours (Like the car with the bow) but odds are you will
for the perfect gift. He loves gadgets and music and end up surprised … just not in a good way.
snowboarding, so I got him Bluetooth headphones
he could wear on the slopes without cord drama. You FLAT ouT CAN’T uSE IT AND/ oR
What did I get? A roadside emergency kit (I don’t DoN’T WANT IT
have a car) and socks from Ross. How do I know My closet space is much to precious to let it be
they came from Ross? They came wrapped in the filled by totally unwanted useless gifts. If you can’t
bag from the store. Remember the part where I return the gift, but want cash, try selling it on eBay
said rendered speechless? This was that moment. or Craigslist. You could also throw a post-holiday
The part that killed it was when he looked at me swap party or yard sale to get rid of any and all
as asked “well what do you think?” Like I might unwanted items. What you can’t sell or give away
actually want this totally ridiculous gift. Because you might want to donate. If even they won’t take
I’m a person that generally believes you should that sweater with huge duck on the front, there is
squeak out a “thank you,” I forced one out as he always a bonfire.
went about working to pair his phone to his new
headphones.
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It’s that time of year, when you face the challenge of finding presents for
all your friends and family. But don’t worry! We’ve got your back Whether
you areinto personalization, customization, or creativity, making your
own gifts can add a personal touch. But homeade gifts can still be totally
cool conversation starters. Here are 5 Ideas to DIY
pUmpkin scrUb
I wanted to buy my sisters body scrubs (which they love)
but many of the nicer ones are $40 + per job. Not in my
budget. But I figured out that with a few simple ingre-
dients I could make my own that smells yummy, is all
natural and works great
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked or canned Pumpkin (puree)
1 cup of Brown Sugar ( Feel free to change the amount
of sugar. I like a lot of scrub so I added a lot plus some
white cane sugar to add to the texture.) 1 tablespoon of
almond oil (you can use olive oil or jojoba oil instead) 2
tablespoon ground coffee beans - 2 tablespoon cinnamon
Lemon juice squeezed from 1/2 lemon - Directions: Sim-
ply mix all the ingredients in a big bowl, then pour into a
jar and decorate. Pay special attention to the heels. You can store the solution in a glass jar in the fridge, for up to a
few days.
Each ingredient in the recipe is natural, and has its own purpose & function: Pumpkin is chock full of vitamins and
is a rich source of nutrients and antioxidants to help your skin achieve a healthy glow throughout the season. The
natural enzymes also exfoliate the skin. The alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA’s) and tiny granules contained in brown sugar
also make the scrub a great exfoliator. The almond oil works to soften the skin, hydrate the cuticles, and strengthen
the nails. The caffeine in coffee serves to improve the blood circulation (plus it smells divine). And finally, the
lemon works as a natural preservative.
oriGami earrinGs
Ever done origami? If you have, but wonde-
red what to do with your creations, try making
miniature versions and then turn them into
earrings. All you need is an earring making kit
(from the craft store), beads and a pair of needle
nose pliers (also available at the craft store).
For ideas try an origami book or visit:
www. usefulorigami.com
DIY GIFT GU
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leGo iphone
dock
Its amazing what you
gift like a
celebrity!
can do with a few left
over lego bricks! This
really cool stand lets
you rotate the iphone
so you can watch Celebrities
movies etc. Try it with are known for
any color bricks you
want! For instruc- their style and
tions visit:
BRICKSINMYPoCK-
trends. So when
ET.CoM considering
gift ideas, why
not look to the
stars. Our guide
larGe is in
to some cool celeb
charGe
Something makes gi- inspired gift ideas
ant food more fun. If THE BLACk EYED
you have a candy or PEAS ExPErIENCE
snack lover in your life From the people who brought
why not make a giant you the Just Dance series comes
version of their favor- The Black Eyed Peas Experience.
ite treat. Check out The new dance game features a
PIMPTHATSNACK. selection of The Black Eyed Peas’
hit music tracks as well as dance
CoM for instructions
routines arranged by the group’s
and ideas famed choreographer, Fatima
Robinson.
the case
for cUstom
There are a lot of cool
cases you can buy, but CELEB APPrOvED POLISH
designing one yourself is The Painted Nail ( TV Guide’s Nail files)
a lot cooler and several is a fave for top celebs. It features a line of
services can make it hap- polishes named by celebs such as Vanessa
pen. uncommon, unY- Hudgens and Hayley Duff. All of their
ousual, ArtsCow, and polishes are 100% vegan and cruelty free
Zazzleallofferslightlydif- making a trendy gift for that environmen-
ferentversionsofcasesfor tally concious fashionista on your list
iPhones, iPod touches,
and iPads. Zazzle will also www.thepaintednail.com
has some Blackberry and
Android devices. Arts-
cow can print images on
neoprene laptop sleeves SIgNED, SEALED, DELIvErED!
as well as camera cases. Selena Gomez has joined Postcard on the Run,
a mobile app that allows users to take a photo
from their smartphone and send it as a high-
UIDE
quality printed postcard anywhere in the world.
Features include fun “Scratch’n Smell®” scents,
hand drawn signatures and gps stamping.
www.postcardontherun.com
PuT YOur PArTY ON!!!
It seems everyone was Party Rocking this year.
Celebrity brands can range from standard to
stylish, but party kings LMFAo may have one
of the most fun with their line of crazy accesso-
ries, clothing, shoes and more called Party Rock
Clothing. www.partyrockclothing.com
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OG
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TECHNOLOGY
G GIZ
WHATS gOT NExT?
future tech for 2012
what tech is poised to take over
and become the new trend in the
new year...
The new mobile gem
Nokia revealed a new phone concept – gEM which has
taken the realm of touch-screen smart phones to the
next level a touch phone. the phone has all around
touch screen with interactive displays gestures are
used to open apps in the phone since there are no physi-
cal buttons. gem holds interactive back and front and
You can wrap the image around the whole device or one
each side with your finger tip.
SMArTSCAN MOuSE
users will click the Smart Scan button on the
left side of the mouse, then swipe it over the
material to be scanned. The scanned image can
then be saved in a variety of file types, Lg’s Opti-
cal Character recognition technology converts
scanned text into a Microsoft Word document,
Pop Phone Headset
This headset is so retro it’s totally fun.
The stylized design gives a unique
look, it comes in tons of bright fun
colors and all without sacrificing
sound quality. There’s even a Swarvski
SkIN IN THE gAME crystal covered version for that ultra
While news of the Samsung galaxy Skin first luxe person on your list. It comes
excited the tech community, then disappointed it ready to fit a 3.5mm jack (Iphone and
when it was discovered to be merely a concept. most Android phones).
Samsung has given a demo of the 4.5 bendable/flex- www.nativeunion.com
ible AMOLED Screen phone at CES’2011 So this tech is
a posibility for th efuture. PRICE $29.50+
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gIFT gIvINg ON
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Nick Cannon and Monster (the people
who brought you Beats by Dre) present
the NTunes and NErgy headphones.
NTunes offer a lightweight on hear design
making them easy to wear all day long.
They also feature tangle-free cables for
total ease of use, and their low profile right
angle connector enhances their comfort
and flexibility. The Nergy in-ear head-
phones deliver a big sound for their com-
pact size. They also snap together mag-
netically to create a necklace when not
being used so they don’t get lost. They
also feature ControlTalk Universal, which
provides hands-free calling with many
smartphones. Price: $69.98 - $149.50
Camera Tryx & 3D
At the size of a smartphone the
Casio Tryx features a rotating
design for shooting at different
heights and angles. The Tryx can
be its own tripod and becomes
perfect for self-portraits. Plus,
since it shoots movies in full
HD. The Sony 3D bloggie brings
real stereoscopic 3D to a pocket
camcorder Price $249.99
Waterwear Smartphone Gloves
Your cellphone is your lifeline to the outside iPhone, Droid, and many other touch screen devic-
world and because some people can’t part es use touch screens that use the body’s bioelec-
with theirs, even long enough to say bathe, tricity to deliver information you seek. But during
there is Waterwear by Tunewear. Simply slide cold winter days, or winter sports the phone’s
your device inside WATERWEAR v2, connect screen isn’t responsive if you’re wearing gloves.
the audio cable to your device, close the A gloves transfer your electric touch into the touch
double zip lock and fold over the top flap to screen allowing you to type on your iPad, text
lock it inside. Then connect the waterproof on your iPhone or fully interact with other touch
earphones to the audio port located on the screens. Problem solved. Price $17.99
back of the case and enjoy. Price: $29.99 www.agloves.com
www.tunewear.com
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ENTERTAINMENT
TYGA
RISE OF THE NEW KING
by: James Andre Jefferson jr & Alexis Taylor
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ENTERTAINMENT
M
y mother would have a problem
with me bringing Tyga home …
tattooed from his neck to his
fingertips, stylish, flashy
jewelry and that swagerifically
laid-back vibe with the somewhat mischievous
grin? She’d say absolutely not. But despite his
bad boy exterior, Tyga’s personality has more
sides than a few that make you wonder whether
you’re looking at hip-hops next heir apparent, the
boy next door simply attempting to live his dream
or the next rising star among the ever evolving
new breed of artists which beyond music bring
diverse portfolios, extreme marketing savvy
and trend-inducing movements all strategized
to create the ultimate brand. The point being
that Tyga is hard to place in a box. You could
call him a Compton rapper, but his music often
seamlessly blends genres, with nods to emo rock,
pop and r&b. You could call him a party boy based
on tracks like “rack City” and “Lap Dance” but
then you’re hit with the emotionality of tracks
like “reminded” and “Far Away” featuring Chris
richardson from American Idol. You could write
him off as an inked up hip hop star that parties
in vegas (as my mother might) but then you find
out about Tyga’s 20+ city r.O.A.r. campaign to
encourage kids to stay in school, or his trip over
Thanksgiving to feed the homeless.
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ENTERTAINMENT
To say the very least Tyga is busy. His sophomore album “Careless World” (dropping December 20) has been long anticipated, with several
false alarms in the process but Tyga kept himself relevant with a slew of mixtapes since his debut “No Introduction” three years ago.
On top of that he has recently finished touring with Chris Brown, launched a clothing line, is signing new artists and even worked in a
grammy nomination (Deuces with Chris Brown and kevin McCall). We might need to add media-mogul to his list of descriptions pretty soon.
Considering his pedigree it seems entirely possible (maybe even probable). His cousin is gym Class Heroes front man Travis McCoy, he’s
friends with Chris Brown, his mentor is Lil Wayne, he has worked with just about everybody and he’s signed to Young Money, which these
days is seems to be almost guaranteed success.
I’m sure the literal legions of girls who would likely set their mothers on fire for a chance to be with Tyga means he’s not the least bit
worried about the disapproval of one like mine, but to those moms and even to those hip hop purists who might think that an artist like
Tyga somehow signals the death of hip hop; artists like Tyga are likely the future; Sophisticated creatures who merge being cool, with
doing good; being fun with being spiritual; being trendsetting with being business savvy and it’s time to jump on board. Tyga talks to
Celebrity High about the new album, emotions and the meaning of high school.
CH: Your album will be just in time for CHristmas? Tyga: One time I was performing in New York and it was like probably the
Tyga: My Album would make a good gift it comes out on December 20th! biggest crowd that I ever performed in front of and I just froze up. It was
… I was going to drop it out on my birthday but I didn’t want to rush it. the beginning when I first went up there and I just forgot all my lyrics. I
There is a lot that goes in to an album & everything has to be perfect. I was just looking at the crowd and I felt like I wanted to just walk off stage
believe my fans are definitely going to appreciate this album. but I didn’t, I just went to the next song. But that was pretty embarrassing
but the crowd didn’t know what was going on it was just a lot of people out
CH: anY exClusive You Can give us on tHe album or there and I just froze up.
anY surprise features?
Tyga: Yes, I have a lot of features on there but some of my features I’m CH: i Heard You’re working on a ClotHing line or
not going to list. You will know the main features on there are like Chris, sometHing like tHat?
Drake, Nicki, and of course Wayne. A lot of the main features are the label Tyga: Yeah I got a clothing line called Last King. We’re working on opening
family and stuff but a lot of the other features that I have I don’t want to a store on Fairfax. I feel like kids want to be a part of something … Last
give it away. You just have to listen to it. King represents that you can be your own king and queen in your own
destiny. Whether you go to school or work, whatever you do in your daily
CH: “Careless world: rise tHe last king”. wHere did life you can always have that freedom that you do what you want to do.
tHe title Come from?
Tyga: The whole album has a theme. It’s just not a title with a bunch of CH: wHat kind of HigH sCHool student were You?
songs. The whole theme of careless world is basically a world I made up Tyga: I was a bad high school student. I was in the principal’s office every-
in my head in a dream … basically we rise up and become the king of the day . It was not because I was not a smart kid. I did good on all my tests.
world almost like the president is to us and our modern day life … it’s That is how I was able to graduate. However, I was not interested in school.
just a whole dream I made up. It’s just a crazy story with narration and I was interested in music. I’m not telling kids do not go to school. Really
everything. you just have to know high school is supposed to prepare you for life. A lot
of kids don’t really use high school how they really should use high school so
CH: wHere did Your name Come from? when they graduate they go to college and then everybody’s like alright now
Tyga: It means “Thank you god always” that was like a nickname I had what do I do with my life … high school is that time when you really figure
when I was younger as a kid and I played with the spelling. I put a little out what you want to do with your life so you can be prepared.
slang on it T.Y.G.A. means Thank you god always just to keep my faith at
all times. CH: now tHat You graduated and everYtHing wHat
is tHat one pieCe of adviCe tHat You wisHed You
CH: tHe video of far awaY makes me CrY…was tHat Had wHen You were Younger tHat You Could sHare
reallY about somebodY or a girlfriend in tHe past? witH kids?
Tyga: Yeah, I had experience with stuff like that but really it’s just emotion. Tyga: probably what I just said earlier you really have to use high school to
I really wasn’t trying to say a certain person in my life died and I lost them. find what you want to do with your life … Not everybody can be a rapper.
It’s really just me describing an emotion; somebody doesn’t have to die to Not everybody can be an entertainer or play sports but there are so many
feel that emotion. other things you could do.
CH: How does it feel to be a part of suCH a suCCess- CH: if You weren’t so HeavilY involved witH musiC,
ful familY franCHise witH all tHe HeavY Hitters, if musiC wasn’t reallY an option for You wHere
lil waYne, drake, niCki minaj? would You find Yourself?
Tyga: Its cool man, like I said it’s like we’re brothers and sisters. I will say it Tyga: I don’t know that’s pretty hard. I’d be doing something that had to
is truly amazing to see everybody start from scratch; from us all sitting in do with some creative stuff. I have a creative mind, I am a creative person.
the studio, from Wayne the first day telling me he has this thing he wants to Eventhough I don’t know how to draw. I’d say designing something.
start called Young Money … To see everybody’s work ethic to see everybody
work ethic and I think it just pushes me harder as an artist. CH: Well thank you, How can your fans keep up with you?
Tyga: Follow me on twitter. Careless World December 20th YCMB!
CH: most embarrassing moment on stage? anY-
tHing CrazY?
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Tis the season where he’s making a list, checking it twice. remember which celebs were naughty or
nice? TMZ knows when they’re sleeping. Papparazzi knows when they’re awake. We all watched them
be bad or good so here is CH’s take! Our top naughty vs. nice celebrity moments of 2011.
beauty and the marine Marines
used YouTube
to ask Justin
Timberlake, Mila
BIEB
Kunis, and even Betty
White to their Marine
DrAMA
Ball. And some even
went with their
dates… NICE!
The Biebs is the #1 person
searched in 2011. No won- super no
der with movies, a X-mas va divorc
album, his relationship with es
Selena Gomez and yeah
that paternity suit. Justin
was able to clear himself,
showing a new maturity by
saying he may be a target but
never a victim. Go Biebs!
Though we kind of think it
might have been nice to have
Maury Povich yell “you are
NoT the father!”
ALMOST A YEAr
WITHOuT A SPOrT
Player/owner conflicts threat-
ened cancellation of both
the NFL AND NBA seasons.
(with b-ball fans living in fear
through the fall!). Leaving
fans in limbo, naughty …
celebrity
NBA just in time for Christ-
mas … NICE!
lock up raw?
rOYAL WEDDINgS
Hip hop fans watched JaRule, DMX and Gucci Mane make
headlines with their jail time. T.I. got out then went back in
over a tour bus/reality show incident (smh) but got out again,
hopefully he STAYS out this time. Weezy was released and
even Lindsay Lohan ACTuALLY did some time, even if was
only 4.5 hours. Landing yourself in jail; naughty. Taking
responsibility for your actions … nice.
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It seemed like 2011
was the year of the
superstar collabora-
tion. Jay-Z teamed
@CHANCEkNOWITALL party
6
up with Kanye, who
teamed up with Katy
Perry who also linked trends
up with Missy. Adam
Levine got down with
Gym Class Heroes.
loved,
Christina Aguilera
moved like jagger with
hated or
Maroon 5. Ne-yo and
Pitbull made a smash. #trending
Rihanna had a mash
up with Coldplay and
sooooo many more!
See what happens
when celebs play nice. super celeb mash-ups
PLANkINg
i’ll never forget seeing
people lying flat in random
places all over the world.
ceelb fashion gone wilder! this trend went global, won-
der what people will try next
BLONDE HAIr
rEvOLuTION
2011 was a crazy year for hair.
Everyone went and changed up
their hair. Chris Brown, Tyga,
mark
Wiz khalifa and Soulja Boy went
blonde. Demi Lovato wet red,
mark katy Perry went pink, gaga and
Nicki went EvErY color and Justin
Bieber even cut his!t
Lil Wayne Celebs and fashion go
feathersPerry,
From ke$ha to katy
made headlines by together like pb & j but
this year they pushed
hair feather extensions were
wearing women’s jeggings; the boundaries farther all the rage in 2011
The world watched Kim calling everything into ques- then ever before with
Kardashian marry Kris tion from his sexuality to more of them getting in
H. but when she filed for his common sense. on the act. Lady Gaga,
divorce a mere 72 days later
the public cried foul … and
fraud making her possibly the
always a shocker, was
an egg, mermaid and
even a man this year.
DOMichelle Obama was
Even
THE DOugIE
most hated celeb of 2011 (naughty, But not to be outdone doing the Dougie in 2011. The
naughty Kim). Breakups from Nicki Minaj proved
(with everything she
dance craze truly every-
Aston Kutcher/ Demi Moore (we where. we were also doing
really thought they might make wore) that she too
in ) and J.Lo / Marc Antony also could compete in the eryeryer the cat daddy, the wobble and
made news. Divorce is never easy world of WTF/Wild/ swimmin!
but we’re sure there are some guys Crazy fashion. But
and gals glad these celebs are back whether you love or
on the market. hate them their wacky
wardrobes had every-
one talking in 2011 and
fashion will never be
#WINNINg
charlie sheeh had everyone
the same again. talking tiger blood, goddesses
and other “sheen-isms”.
somehow he turned leaving his
show into a major move
- go figure
SNAPBACkS
the next star gen chris breezy is taking credit for
bringing back this trend. But no
Baby news is always nice… this year Beyonce revealed a long matter who is responsible the
anticipated baby bump. Plus Nick and Mariah introduced snapback made a retro comeback
us to Roc and Roe. With so much star dna in the mix we’re in 2011 with tons showing up on
likely looking at the competition for best new artist of 2030! snapback haul videos.
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BY jennifer Manuel | photography joe Nash
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Ch: When did you realize you wanted to become a recording artist?
BG: I always said I wanted to be a “Superstar” when I was younger. CH: Has anyone given you any advice that has stuck with you?
It’s all over my 1st through 5th grade “About me” papers. I finally BG: Thankfully I have The most amazing parents ever. They have
asked my parents to start taking me to auditions. I asked them to done nothing but kept me grounded. They always give me the best
give me a 6-month trial and if I did not book anything they could stop advice when I’m down or frustrated or upset... “This to shall pass” or
taking me. I started booking 90% of everything I was going out for. “Never let the fear of striking out, keep you from playing the game.” I
I soon had my first taste at performing live in Universal City Walk. even share that advice with the people I know thanks to them.
After that it was a wrap. I loved it too much and decided Performing
is what I wanted to do.
CH: How would you describe your music? CH: How do you juggle and manage school and work?
BG: The sound of my music is fun, it’s relatable. I write about my life BG: I struggle with that all the time. But I make it work. That is what
and what I go through. life is all about, adjusting. When you love something so much you’ll
do anything for it …even if it means doing a lot of schoolwork all at
CH: What is a day in the life of Becky G? the same time.
BG: A day in my life consists of, lots of laughter. I enjoy myself, and
have fun. My days are always busy. But things that I do very often
during my days is, School work, Studio, Writing sessions, meetings, CH: Where do you get your style from?
and FOOD! I am a food girl! and to balance that out I do work out to BG: I dress how I feel. My style is always changing. I don’t fall into
keep in shape. :) one specific type of style. I dress “Teen In The City”
CH: What are some must have items on the road? CH: What do you want to be known for?
BG: On the road I MUST have my favorite stuffed animal named “DJ”, BG: My Music, My Brand “Teen In The City”, changing people’s lives.
I also need chocolate (preferably Raisanettes). I also need my lap- I want to be able to Surprise myself and push every limit. I want to
top, Snacks(cause I’m always munching on something) A book, and be known for my drive.
headphones so I can BLAST my music.
CH: How can your fans keep up with you or get updates?
CH: Do you have any celebrity crushes? BG: You can check out IAmBeckyG.com and from there you can see
BG: I never really liked or had a crush on a celebrity. But now I’m kind my videos and also get connected to my Facebook, Twitter, and You-
of digging Taylor Lautner but shhhh that’s a secret! tube page :)
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ith flu season in full swing, everyone’s looking for ways to MYTH: STAYING IN WET CLOTHES MAkES YOU SICk
beat the flu bug. But there are a ton of flu myths out there While viruses are more common during the fall and winter months, several
making it hard to know the best way to keep healthy. Turns studies have shown that being outside in cold weather does not increase the
out that when it comes to flu facts, mom doesn’t even always likelihood of getting sick. Most experts believe that people staying indoors to
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myths can help keep your body strong and flu-free. 5 com- season also coincides with the beginning of a new school year when millions
mon flu myths you might have learned from mom. of kids are in close quarters.
MYTH: FEED A COLD STARvE A FEvER
MYTH: LAYERING YOURSELF WITH BLANkETS CAN HELP YOU “SWEAT” Whether it’s “starve a fever, feed a cold” or “starve a cold, feed a fever,” you
OUT A FLU OR COLD shouldn’t do the extreme of either when you’re treating an illness. Eating can
Some people think putting on extra clothing or covering themselves in a help boost your immune system by providing nutrition and energy, but forc-
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of sweat will help you get over a cold any faster. You may be frustrated with hungry, eat; if you’re not hungry, don’t. But always stay hydrated. Take this
an illness you can’t get rid of with antibiotics, but soaking yourself in sweat one for what it is: an old wives’ tale.
isn’t worth the effort.
MYTH: THERE’S NO WAY TO REDUCE THE FLU’S DURATION OR SEvERITY
MYTH: YOU CAN CATCH THE FLU FROM THE FLU SHOT Most get-well-quick schemes are bogus, but here’s one that actually works:
Contrary to popular belief, a flu shot is not a weakened form of the flu virus. antiviral medication. It prevents the flu virus from reproducing, thereby min-
It contains components of the flu bug, but not enough to make you sick. Some imizing symptoms and shortening the flu’s duration. It is available by pre-
experts believe the reason people think flu shots cause the flu is because most scription from a medical doctor. For this medicine to be effective, it has to be
people get their vaccine at the beginning of flu season in october or Novem- taken immediately--within 48 hours of noticing symptoms. After 48 hours,
ber, and then catch the flu bug from another source. antivirals have been shown to be ineffective against the flu virus. So if you’re
feeling ill, get to your doctor’s office immediately!
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Influenza (the flu) is a serious respiratory illness caused by a number of
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can result in death. Symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, muscle
and body aches, vomiting, dry cough, sore throat, runny nose and diar-
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STORIES
REVEALED: " I'm living in a tug of war"
sometimes it feels less like they actually want me
and more like they want to win over the other person. like it’s a competition
by Camille Wilson
Y
ou don’t get to pick your parents but it really sucks Now it’s holiday season. My mom pretty much got custody of my
when your parents make you pick them. I can barely sister and me and we see my dad on the weekends but they made
remember my parents being happy, or if not happy at it so we can pick what we want to do for the holidays. When they
least not fighting. one year we went to Disneyland talk they fight about who gets us. The funny part is that sometimes
and they even managed to fight there. Most kids want it feels less like they actually want me, and more like they want to
their parents to stay together but I used to wish as hard win over the other person; like it’s a competition. I mostly want to
as I could that mine would get a divorce. Still it felt like my world go to my dad’s, but it seems like if I go it will really hurt my mom’s
was crashing down when they announced last year that they were feelings. My sister is staying with my mom, because my dad has a
actually going to get one. They sat me and my sister down right after new girlfriend and she hates her with a capital “H”. I don’t like her
winter break and told us that they had stayed together long enough either, but I miss seeing my dad every day, and if my sister is staying
so that we could have a happy holiday but now they needed to with my mom then I feel like my dad should have at least one of us.
separate. All I can remember thinking was that they hadn’t done us But it’s like I’m taking sides, and I don’t want to take sides.
any favors by staying together over the holidays. They hadn’t spoken
to each other except to yell. They couldn’t even be in same room Holidays which used to be fun are now just stressful. We went to
together but they were trying to pretend everything was normal. It my dad’s the day after Thanksgiving, but things were just tense and
made things tense for everyone. on a certain level I was relieved weird and strained. I think I’m kind of mad at him for leaving, for
on another I felt panic. I was unsure of what would happen. The moving out even though I know both of my parents were fighting.
fighting I could rely on. This was all new and scary. As much as I know they didn’t get along part of me still thinks or
wishes they could have tried harder or something. Even when they
When they split up I thought the fighting would be over. I thought were fighting at their worst I thought there might be a small chance
feeling like I was caught in the middle would be over. It sort of was everything could be ok, but now with my dad moved out there is no
on a daily basis but anytime they had to talk to each other it started chance. I hear I will get two sets of great presents this year because
all over again except now it had the added part that they had to of the guilt, but I’d rather just not feel this stress. I really wish my
decide what to do with us which put my sister and me in the position parents could understand how I feel and stop putting me in the
of making tough choices we didn’t want to. middle of their fighting.
Have something you’d like to reveal? email stories@celebrityhighmag.com
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EXTRAS
FuN & Horoscopes
gAMES Capricorn Dec 23-Jan 20
You’re going through some big-time emotions right now and might need to spend some time alone to sort them out.
one person in particular knows how it is -- open up to them too.
Aquarius Jan21- Feb 19
No procrastinating for you! You’re all about judicious use of time and giving yourself plenty of wiggle room. If all goes
Sudoku Puzzle
well, you’ll breeze through your assigned tasks and have a chance to relax at the end.
Pisces Feb20- Mar 20
The time is ripe for new beginnings. Move past the planning stages and plunge into a project. The assistance of a friend
will be useful -- but only if you can convince them to forget a past difference of opinion
Aries Mar 21-Apr 20
Your instincts are strong now, so pay attention when your gut tells you something’s fishy. If you’re not totally down with
the new plan, just walk away from it and let others take the bait.
Taurus Apr 21- May 21
Competing goals are okay when you have the time to spread yourself out. unfortunately your energy is currently pulled
in multiple directions. Do you get a head start on a project or help your parents prepare for holiday visitors?
Gemini May 22- Jun 21
You may not jump at the chance to do manual labor for your parents. After all, opportunities to broaden your horizons
are much more appealing. A foreign movie you’ve never heard of may be just the ticket.
Cancer Jun 22-Jul22
The shadow of authority lurks over everything you do. You can’t help but feel like you’d be able to work more freely if
Fill in the grid with digits in such a manner that every someone wasn’t peering over your shoulder all the time. Still, you can rise to the challenge.
row, every column and every 3x3 box accommodates
the digits 1-9, without repeating any Leo Jul 23-Aug21
You’re an incorrigible flirt, so stay away from those you’d rather not hypnotize. once your admirers start following you
around like puppies, stop and choose the one you want to spend the rest of your day with.
scan for
the key Virgo Aug22-Sep23
A passive mood overtakes you. It’s as if you’re floating on your back in a lake -- there’s no current to take you one way
or the other. You’ll just drift with the wind until a boat or a bird interrupts you.
Libra Sep 24- oct 23
BRAIN TEASER!
You have a lot going on down deep in your heart. You may not be able to figure it all out, but that doesn’t mean you’re
lost. Just keep checking in with yourself until things start to make sense.
Feed, good, and kiss are 3 examples Scorpio oct24-Nov 22
of words with double letters. Use the A one-on-one conversation with a certain someone will put you in a fluttery but uncertain mood. on the one hand,
clues and fill in the blanks to find such a serious talk must mean they respect you. But, if they were really interested, wouldn’t it have been flirtier?
words with consecutive double let-
ters. Remember, these words have 2 Sagittarius Nov 23-Dec22
sets of double letters in a row! If it’s new, you won’t be able to stay away. Just-washed cars and sparkling silver watches will catch your eye -- you may
even find yourself momentarily distracted by fresh tinfoil. But novel ideas will interest you too.
1. it’s a bird! it’s a plane! it’s a...
B_____n
2. Body modification.
BRAIN HACK
t____O Play Games: Not Hide n’ Seek. Studies with dementia patients have shown that playing word games and puzzles
can increase and even restore mental cognitive abilities. The crossword, a pub quiz, or Soduku: all these fun
3. A Group of people.
C_______E activities can keep your grey matter in the pink. And the best part is that you don’t actually need to know anything.
This is one instance where winning doesn’t matter, because your brain responds to the attempt to solve the
4. Acuteness or acumen.
K______S problem, not the knowledge stored in your head. Probably the best brain games are those with strategic goals
like Chess, Risk, and Stratego, as the objectives are in a constant flux, and require more activity from the brain.
5. Kangaroos, dingos,
and kookaburras!
C___E
SCAN FOr kEY
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