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Hello Diva! Patti Labelle's (Alleged) Disgraceful Treatment of a Toddler

Natasha Dantzig — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:40:53 PST

Patti Labelle might be in the market for a very good publicist. According to ABC News, a lawsuit was filed on Monday by Kevin and Roseanna Monk, claiming that the legendary songstress flew into a rage, allegedly screaming at Roseanna Monk and throwing water on both Monk and her 18-month-old daughter. What prompted this extreme reaction? Apparently Labelle (who has five children of her own) didn't approve of the way Rosanna Monk was supervising her daughter, and didn't appreciate Monk's response, "Lady, mind your own business," when confronted by the songstress. The little girl was understandably petrified, throwing up, and crying hysterically, and is apparently now having trouble sleeping through the night.

Being a diva is one thing, but this sounds totally beyond the scope of normal human behavior - can't imagine Aretha pulling this type of stunt. Have you ever witnessed anything like this? What's the most inappropriate reaction to a toddler you've ever seen?

Iconic Women in Music Take the Stage at BET Awards

Tara Sharp — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:15:44 PDT

Some of the most legendary women in soul, gospel, and R&B music came out at the BET Awards last night, presenting and performing for an audience of musicians who have grown up listening to them. From Anita Baker to Gladys Knight to lifetime achievement award winner Patti LaBelle, these soulful ladies have paved the way in their genres for younger women to make it in the business. See these superstar singers show the love in these sweet, standout moments from the awards now.

Look of the Day: Sheer Blouse

FabSugar — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 05:00:22 PDT

Her sheer blouse may have been the starting point for Mas Angelina's effortlessly chic look, but it's the combo of cool pieces that makes it so Fab. I love the juxtaposed femme, body-con mini and boyish oxfords - and I always adore a red lip.

Here's what she has on:

Blouse: Vintage
Vest: Topshop
Skirt: Topshop
Necklace: Diva
Turquoise Pendant: Forever 21
Shoes: Nine West

Congrats to Mas Angelina!

Everyone else, submit your looks, and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Disecting the Word "Diva"

TresSugar — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:00:00 PDT

As I watched Paula Abdul, Kelly Clarkson, Leona Lewis, Jennifer Hudson, and Miley Cyrus perform on VH1's Diva show last night I kept thinking: what exactly is a diva?

So I looked it up in the dictionary and found a variety of definitions. I discovered that the word "diva" is derived from the Italian word for a female deity, or goddess. It's also the word for a female opera singer. And here are some of the more commonly used definitions I found:

Diva:

an admired, glamorous, or distinguished woman

a haughty, spoiled woman

It seems to qualify as a diva you have to have some special mix of talent and eccentricity. Do you consider yourself a diva?

Dear Poll: Who is your All Time Favorite TV B*tch?

DearSugar — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 10:30:00 PDT

When women are assertive, decisive, or domineering, people tend to categorize them as difficult or diva-esque when really, oftentimes, they are simply just being strong willed. For years, people tend to attach negative stigmas to those characteristics, but let's face it, we all have a little bit of sassiness in us that we have to let show every now and again!

In every television show, there's always a token ball busting female character to shake things up a bit, so ladies, who is your all time favorite TV diva?

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Gwen Stefani is One Healthy Diva

FitSugar — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 07:30:00 PDT

Ever since her No Doubt days, I have been a fan of Gwen Stefani. I always thought she got her smokin' bod from all that dancing she does on stage, but I had no idea she was a health-nut too. Be it health-nut diva who has a thing for the color white, a health-nut nonetheless.

Along with at least 30 bottles of assorted water (Fiji, Vitamin Water, Fruit Water), TMZ reported that she also has a rather long list of organic vegetables, fruits and other healthy items on her tour rider -- the list of "artist demands" for their backstage dressing room.

2- 3 Packs Silk "Very Vanilla" Soy Milk Individual Serving Sides
1- Hot Tea set up to include, Tea Kettle, Organic Honey, Spoons, Fresh Lemons, 1 Box Twinnings English Breakfast Tea - Decaffeinated, 1 Box Organic Peppermint Tea, and 1 Box Organic Chamomile Tea...
1- Organic selection of whole vegetables to include: 3 cucumbers, 1 bunch beets, 1 bunch organic carrots, 1 bag pre-washed spinach, 1 bunch flat leaf Italian parsley, 1 bunch celery (all must be organic)
1- Bowl of organic grown whole cashews
1- Bowl of organic grown whole almonds
1- Organic veggie tray with organic ranch dressing/dip
1- Organic fresh fruit tray - to include seasonal berries, melons, fruits, a tropical assortment also welcome
1- Organic fruit bowl - to include organic bananas, plums, apples and pears

It looks like while the rest of us may not be eating enough fruits and veggies daily, Gwen sure is. To see her full tour rider check out TMZ.com.

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A Reader Recipe: Chunky Cherry-Chocolate Granola Bites

Fit Community — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:28:09 PST

FitSugar reader JuicyNoelle came up with this special cookie for Valentine's Day; she posted the recipe in our Healthy Recipe group.

Tied with a festive pink ribbon and a little love, I’m hoping these cookies will be perfect for Valentine's Day. The whole-grain oats, nuts, and cherries in these cookies add heartiness, while the melted dark-chocolate chunks deliver bursts of richness. The chia seeds pack a nutty punch, and they are rich in fiber and omega-3s, too - perfect for supporting vibrant hair and skin during these cold weeks of February.

Learn more about the recipe after the break!

5 Hot Looks For a Cold-Weather Date Night

Brittney Stephens — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:01:50 PST

The good news: you've got yourself a date! The not-so-good news: it's the dead of Winter, and you need to find an outfit that's chic and sexy, without veering into Michelin Man territory. There are ways to channel your inner dating diva during the cold-weather months - keep the focus on your figure by wearing a fitted sweater dress with tights, or show a hint of skin while layering up by pairing a peekaboo bra with a cozy knit cardigan. We've put together five looks that will bring the heat to your Winter date night. Click through to see and shop them now.

Stars Go Glam For VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul - Who's the Most Fab?

Marisa Tom — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:05:34 PST

This weekend, VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul feted some serious singing talent, and in true diva fashion, there was no shortage of megawatt shine on the red carpet. A-list attendees donned a stylish assortment of embellished, sequined, nude, and ultrasheer gowns for the evening's festivities. Jennifer Hudson channeled her inner vixen with a formfitting nude Francesco Scognamiglio minidress and over-the-knee boots, while Florence Welch went for a more vintage vibe with a flowy Antonio Berardi chiffon number. Estelle, Jessie J, and Mary J. Blige all wore equally impressive and jaw-dropping creations from the likes of Michael Kors and Diane von Furstenberg - click through for the night's glamorous looks, then tell us your pick for most Fab in comments.

Vegan Chai-Spiced Berry-Oatmeal Cookies

Yum Community — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 13:19:54 PDT

Check out this recipe for vegan cookies by girlA from The Dairy Free Diva Recipe Exchange.

I am so relieved and happy that these cookies turned out. I found myself in a funk today . . . Missed my workout this morning and struggled some more with an essay I've been trying to write for the last four years. Yes, that's four years. Then, to add insult to injury, dinner turned out to be a disaster. Awful. By far the worst results of anything I've attempted since the ill-fated red velvet cake nearly a year ago. I could have easily called it a night, but instead, I picked myself up by my bra straps and dusted my vegan-self off because I'll be damned to go nighty-night after today.

These are my Redemption Cookies. I swaggered into the kitchen and started pulling stuff out of the pantry, grabbed a bowl and got to work. One bite and not only did I feel the fog lift, I felt redeemed after that horrendous dinner. Talk about cookies for the soul.

Keep reading for the uplifting (and vegan) recipe!