SWEETIES The Department of Labor estimated that there were only 18,000 new jobs created in June 2011 in the U.S. It is vital for those who are seeking employment to arm themselves with the necessary tools in order to stand out in the sea of over 13.9 million unemployed people. Monster.com is one of the world’s leading employment powerhouses.… [Read more…]
July 4, 2011
SWEETIES BeKnown is a new and FREE app on Facebook. It’s fueled by the employment powerhouse, Monster.com. BeKnown breathes new life to the world of professional networking. When you join BeKnown you’ll gain several advantages over other professional networking sites like: inside access to the multitude of employment opportunities that are exclusive to BeKnown via Monster.com… [Read more…]
May 29, 2011
SWEETIES SUMMER FASHION REVIEW Illustration: Nana-Adwoa Ofori © 2011 Summer is the season for fashionistas to pull together fabulous ensembles for numerous back-yard barbecues, garden parties, and trips to the beach. Summer fun is in the air however, the reality of the economy is very serious. The prices of gas, food, and clothing continue to rise right… [Read more…]
February 7, 2011
SWEETIES Stress is no laughing matter. When stress becomes chronic, lasting for long periods of time without any moments of rest or relaxation, serious physical or psychological problems can result. According to Dr. Jim Manganiello, ” When your body is under stress, your cells actually change shape and become unhealthy. In turn, the delicate tissues… [Read more…]
February 3, 2011
SWEETIES Andy Warhol, Jerry Hall, and Bianca Jagger were just a few of the celebrities in the 70′s who partied all night long at Studio 54. Their style was free, uninhibited, and unpretentious. Andy Warhol and the gang stylin’ and profiln’ at Studio 54 Photo Credit: Pinkmemo.com Disco dominated the pop-culture scene in the 70′s… [Read more…]
March 31, 2009
Good Evening Ladies, Gents, Hoes, Pimps, Hustlers, and everyone else who is checking in with Nightly Candy!!! Tonight I focus my energy and attention on the whiny, annoying, biznene Elizabeth Hasselbeck who is a part of the ridiculously annoying show on ABC “The View”. We don’t have enough time and I am straight up… [Read more…]
October 23, 2008
Evening Lads and Lassies, I hope your evenings have been as eventful and fun filled as mine! Tonight I just wanted to touch base very quickly on my lost post concerning the a man in Indonesia who has been named “Half Man/ Half Tree”. Where does one begin….. “Half Man/ Half Tree” for them to… [Read more…]
December 5, 2008
Oíche mhaith (Good Evening in Irish Gaelic) I’m just chillaxin’ into the early morning hour. I know there are a lot of you owl’s that are still up and looking for some sweet treats to chew on! I wanted to take just a little bit of time to rant about the latest… [Read more…]
March 9, 2009
Buenos Noches This nightly rant is brought to you by the wig that lays upon Bret Michael’s balding head. For those you of who aren’t familiar with Rock of Love (how lucky are you???) Bret Michale’s is now in it’s 3rd season of his freak show reality series to “find love” on a tour bus. You… [Read more…]
March 24, 2009
Evening Sweeties Could it be possible that VH1 actually has a reality show that doesn’t showcase the youth of today as a cesspool of sexed crazed people steadily losing the game of life? I make it never a point to hold my breath so I’m sticking to that. In spite of this I am giving… [Read more…]
March 27, 2009
Evening Sweeties I can’t let too much time go by before I have to unleash my thoughts on the latest celebrity news on Jennifer Aniston. She’s the perfect superficial target to poke fun at because there’s abundance of HOT MESS. It’s like being a kid in a candy store. Let us get to the gobbstopping… [Read more…]
March 29, 2009
Evening Sweeties I grew up in the 80′s and am not afraid to say it! I loved it! Legwarmers, side ponytails, Adidas, and Madonna. If I were to make a mix tape of my life back then there would be several Madonna tracks. I used to cry myself to sleep to “Live to Tell” and… [Read more…]
March 31, 2009
Evening Sweeties I’m a big fan of RuPaul’s Drag Race! It was a FANTASTIC REALITY SHOW! RuPaul hasn’t lost a BEAT! She was fiercer and funnier than EVER! Although the show was about finding the next drag super star I sure wanted more of RU! The FABULOUS Ru-Paul I love the fact that this show… [Read more…]
April 10, 2009
Evening Sweeties I know that I DO NOT stand alone on this subject. Although John Mayer continues to be one of the most popular celebrities his antics are completely irritating and have left me with a sour taste and not the sour-patch yummy candy kind either! Bleeeeeeeiiiiiiiccccckkkk Therefore I have declared his celebrity to be “So Over”. Whenever… [Read more…]
April 13, 2009
Evening Sweeties Happy belated Easter to all of my Gentiles out there! Happy Belated Passover to my Jews too! I sincerely apologize for the lack of posts last week. Nightly Candy is on the verge of getting some assistance so that when the trials and tribulations of life strike (or a case of the common… [Read more…]
April 13, 2009
Evening Sweeties There is no way I could even spend 250 words on this debacle. In my opinion the release of the 5th season of The Hills was cruel and unusual punishment. We’ve suffered enough of the chalkboard screeching antics of Lauren LC Conrad, Audrina, Heidi, Spencer, and Brody. ENOUGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!NO MORE!!!!!!!! I thought that the… [Read more…]
April 15, 2009
Evening Sweeties I hope everyone is feeling fancy and free tonight! It was quite the DAY and I am so glad a new one has just begun! When I came across this clip I immediately was taken back to the days of my undergraduate studies. Dominos Pizza was unfortunately apart of my college experience and… [Read more…]
April 16, 2009
Evening Sweeties It is so refreshing to see that a Hollywood celebrity can LAUGH at herself! There is NO ONE that reads this blog who doesn’t know who Lindsay Lohan is. Her name (and many nicknames) have been in the tabloids basically since she left puberty. Lindsay isn’t the only Lohan to be in… [Read more…]
April 16, 2009
Evening Sweeties I LOVE TWITTER! I used to be all about Facebook (and I still like it) but Twitter is way cooler in my opinion. EXCEPT for Ashton Kutcher trying to take over with his endless quest to have his ego stroked. This afternoon I posed a question to the Twitter-universe: “Can someone give a substantive… [Read more…]
April 21, 2009
Evening Sweeties I was super disgusted by the Dominos debacle from last week. People make jokes about fast food places doing disgusting things to the food all the time. Jokes are one thing thing but it’s a whole different ball game to do such vile things and video tape it for the world to… [Read more…]
April 21, 2009
Evening Sweeties Fantasia has come a long way with highs and lows since this magnetic moment!! In addition to WINNING American Idol she turned out a top selling CD and was given the opportunity to STAR on Broadway in The Color Purple. Some American Idols like Ruben Studdard and that grey haired dude (I… [Read more…]
April 23, 2009
Evening Sweeties This bit of news still has me laughing. Kim Kardashian is off her rocker. I can’t get through an episode of “The Kardashians” without a pulsating headache. Kim and her three sisters deserve an award for the least talented, least educated people with “celebrity” status on television. If it wasn’t for her father… [Read more…]
April 24, 2009
Evening Sweeties I believe that Mike Tyson has suffered from irreparable brain damage from his years in the ring this in combination with the ink from the tattoo on his face seeping into his brain I believe this qualifies him as officially NUTS. It kind of goes without saying because who can forget he bit… [Read more…]
April 26, 2009
Hiya Sweeties I was so bummed to hear this morning that Bea Arthur had passed away. (May 13, 1922 – April 25, 2009) The world of comedic television has been dominated by men. Bea Arthur will forever be in the history books as one of the first women to tackle important social issues in the… [Read more…]
April 28, 2009
Evening Sweeties In elementary school I learned that the great Egyptians had a unique way of embalming bodies that included removing the brain through the nose. That is exactly how I would describe the misfortune of watching half and episode the Housewives of New Jersey. Of course I saw this coming. Even a mere glance… [Read more…]
April 29, 2009
Evening Sweeties Although I didn’t even bother watching the last handful of episodes of For the Love of Ray J I just had to to Tivo the reunion special! I was slightly curious to see who “won” the show and the possibility of watching some hair pulling smack talk was slightly intriguing. SURPRISINGLY the women were… [Read more…]
April 30, 2009
Evening Sweeties It is about time that the producers of Tough Love got real and tossed out the trash! Arian Nation needs the type of help that comes with a straight-jacket and intravenous anti-psychotics. It was an insult to the other women for her to have been on the show poisoning the air with the… [Read more…]
May 4, 2009
Evening Sweeties Abrego and Cronin have done it yet again! They have found a special recipe for creating the trashiest realities shows in television history. However do they do it? Actually.. I don’t want to know the answer to that question. Daisy of Love has reached a new level of nasty! I couldn’t help but… [Read more…]
May 2, 2009
Evening Sweeties Bravo finally pulled together a good episode of Housewives of NYC. Tuesday’s (4/28) episode was titled “The Van Kampens House Party”. The droll duo scurried like rats across the subway platform to finish the renovations on their Brooklyn townhouse so they could show it off to all of their friends. Alex and Simon… [Read more…]
May 5, 2009
Evening Sweeties Women have hated menstruation for as long as we’ve been around. It has been been described in many colorful euphemisms such as: Aunt Flo is in town The Crimson Tide Closed for business The Dam has burst The Curse of Eve T-Minus 9 months and holding No matter what you call it every… [Read more…]
May 7, 2009
Evening Sweeties NO SHE DIDN’T! OH.. but SHE DID! Paula… Paula… Paula.. had the AUDACITY to LIP SYNC her debut performance on American Idol last night! For years Paula has criticized thousands of contestants on American Idol calling their performances “pitchy” and “not the right song choice” so what does she do when she is given… [Read more…]
May 11, 2009
Evening Sweeties Happy Mother’s Day to all of the hardworking, loving MOTHERS of the world. If the role of mother was on a job on an executive payroll it should be the most highest paid on the planet. I make sure to tell my Mother regularly how much I love and appreciate her. It is silly… [Read more…]
May 12, 2009
Evening Sweeties Nightly Candy’s DVD Pick for May: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button As much as I love Brad Pitt I couldn’t get myself to the theater to watch The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. To be honest I am a “wait until the movie comes of out DVD” type of gal . I… [Read more…]
May 14, 2009
Evening Sweeties The ridiculous things that come out of that mouth have kept Jole Mchale from The Soup busy with endless cracks and jokes. Teera’s antics do crack me up but also at the end of those laughs is a sigh of sadness. It just pains me that she is so SUPER WAK. Her ego… [Read more…]
May 16, 2009
Evening Sweeties Can someone please explain to me WHY the media pays attention to Heidi and Spencer Pratt at all? I just can’t believe that celebrity has taken on this deformed face. Image: Just Jared I believe that people should be given the title “celebrity” when they’ve actually made achievements in the entertainment world. Reality… [Read more…]
May 18, 2009
Evening Sweeties I’m Not HATIN’….. I’m Just SAYIN’ I am not going to get on my soapbox and give a scathing critical analysis of urban culture because quite frankly Nightly Candy is not the venue and besides tonight is reggae night at my favorite spot and I’ve got to get my outfit together. Jamie Foxx… [Read more…]
May 18, 2009
Evening Sweeties Record labels and executives are pimpin’ their artists like it is going out of style. I don’t believe for one minute that Cassie and Rihanna are unsuspecting victims of ex-boyfriends who leaked those photos to the press. It was a calculated move on the part of their management . You can’t teach an old… [Read more…]
May 19, 2009
Evening Sweeties I just didn’t think it was possible for John Mayer to sink into a further abyss of douchebaggery. It seemed to be an unfathomable feat BUT he has actually done it. Image: Pacific Coast News How I wish John Mayer could just play that guitar and sing. No talking.. no laughing.. no Mayer… [Read more…]
May 22, 2009
Evening Sweeties I am well aware that one of the byproducts of fame is that everyone is in your business. I understand that magazines have to sell stories but it’s getting a bit out of control. Image: Elias Tahan I am a FAN about both Angelina and Brad. I’m a sucker for beautiful faces and… [Read more…]
May 24, 2009
Evening Sweeties If you read my post about Jamie Foxx’s (Blame It) on the Alcohol I expressed that while I like the catchy tune that the lyrics and content of the song didn’t get a thumbs up from me. It just rubs me the wrong way when I see the little kids on my block… [Read more…]
May 27, 2009
Evening Sweeties Reality TV has been giving me the major ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ’s lately! What’s up with that? The shows just aren’t doing it for me these days. It seems like since Housewives of Atlanta went off the air there is nothing on that tube that gives me a good case of the “Oh No She Didn’ts”… [Read more…]
May 29, 2009
Evening Sweeties It is SOOOOO good to be back on the blog tonight! Last night I was having some technical difficulties and I felt a bit like Linus without his blanket. After hours of being on the phone talking with my web hosting company I just felt like crawling into the fetal position BUT then… [Read more…]
May 29, 2009
Evening Sweeties Trying to catch a cab Friday in lower Manhattan was more hectic than usual. I thought a major head of state was around the way they had things on lock down. Oh no… it ’twas not the President of France that was holding up traffic today it was the red headed child… [Read more…]
May 31, 2009
Evening Sweeties Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou welcomed a new baby boy into the world in Los Angeles on Saturday morning. I’m so happy to hear it because from recent photos it looked like Kimora was going spontaneously com-bust at any moment. I’ve never given birth but from how it is portrayed and what I have… [Read more…]
June 2, 2009
Evening Sweeties I thought I had a clue as to what I was getting myself into with my decision to watch this show. Apparently I had no idea the horror that was ahead. I knew before getting in that it would be a two hour commitment which is why I sat down with a huge… [Read more…]
June 4, 2009
Evening Sweetpeas Kimora and Djimon named their darling baby boy and shared it with the world! The four day old bundle of joy was named after famed fashion designer Kenzo Takada. The amazing man behind the label KENZO! KENZO is one of my favorite labels ever. I love the Asian, African influence in the women’s… [Read more…]
June 4, 2009
Sweetpeas The latest You Tube video that a lot of people of talking about is that of the prettiest Jonas brother in a skin tight black leotard performing the 100th spoof of “Single Ladies” by non other than Sasha Fierce. The Jonas brothers were hoping that this spoof would be just the thing to get… [Read more…]
June 4, 2009
Hiya Sweetpeas Cinema legend David Carradine most noted for his role in the television series Kung Fu and more recently his role in Kill Bill vol. 1 & 2 is dead at the age of 72. (born John Arthur Carradine, December 8, 1936 – June 3, 2009) David Carradine was destined for the silver screen from… [Read more…]
June 4, 2009
Evening Sweetpeas Aniston and all her loony tunes fans have tear stained pillows after it was announced that Our Lady Angelina has been crowned the most powerful celebrity in the world!!!!!! Image: Bauer Griffin Don’t hang your head too low Jennifer somehow you still made the list… at # 8.. I had a serious case… [Read more…]
June 12, 2009
Evening Sweeties I almost deleted this blog the other day. I just have been so disullsioned with the state of entertainment news that it has brought me to new heights of disgust. The headlines lately have been poke your eyes out boring, disgusting, and straight up “who the cares!” Where is the jaw dropping, meaty,… [Read more…]
February 12, 2010
Hiya Sweeties I ♥ the Golden Girls! I have been and will be a fan for life of those women. Now that Sophia and Dorothy have left us we must treasure the two remaining Golden Girls with all of our hearts! Betty White = The Cat’s Meow I love the fact that Rue McClanahan and Betty White… [Read more…]
June 18, 2009
SWEETIES I had to come up for air for this one. Kuddoooze to Bravo for officially taking the Housewives series to new heights and dimensions with the season finale of Housewives of New Jersey. These women are out of control. You would think we were watching a mob movie that was starring Alyssa Milano on… [Read more…]
June 26, 2009
Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) I was running around the city yesterday like a woman on a mission. My battery was hanging by a thread with 10% battery power left by mid-afternoon . Although I was so low on battery juice I was still able to receive a text from my friend… [Read more…]
June 26, 2009
Farrah Fawcett (February 2, 1947 – June 25, 2009) June 25, 2009 is a day that will live in celebrity infamy. The iconic actress from the 1970′s had lost her very public battle with cancer. Just a few hours after that we learned that Michael Jackson had suddenly died as well. Unfortunately Farrah’s death was… [Read more…]
July 18, 2009
Evening Sweeties Dear Sweet Lawd it has been too long!!!! I am officially SO OVER the hiatus. Nightly Candy is back and in full effect bringing you the sweet (and sometimes not so sweet) dish of day for you to enjoy at night. The topic of the day for now until the end of time… [Read more…]
July 20, 2009
I'm sure as Joe was laying the smack down on them all he would shout out things like "I'm beating the black off you because it's UGLY" or something sick and twisted like that.
July 22, 2009
SWEETIES Nylon Magazine and Nike joined forces and created a line of funky colored kicks and gear. They were celebrating their new line and decided to throw a soiree at their store in Soho last month. My sister and I got an invitation and decided to go check it out. We made the decision to go… [Read more…]
July 22, 2009
Hiya Sweeties I’m not going to say too much regarding the “apology” that Chris Brown’s legal team scripted for him to read the other day because I am SOOO OVER IT. I was over it 5 months ago to be honest. zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz… I’m BORED Anyone who taps into half of their brain power could tell… [Read more…]
July 22, 2009
SWEETIES I just don’t want to believe that Obama’s jeans is a topic of chatter in the media. You’ve got to be kidding me? Since the First Lady has proved her aptitude for style and grace the media needs to stick to looking at her for the latest trends in fashion. GORGEOUS!! I could not… [Read more…]
July 24, 2009
HIYA SWEETIES It is with candy delight that I present to you an interview with Natasha Malinsky from Vh1′s Tough Love!! Natasha & Nightly Candy Chat it UP! Season II of Tough Love is in the works so it was an extra dose of sugar sweetness to sit with Natasha over iced-coffee at one of… [Read more…]
July 27, 2009
EVENING MY SWEETS Now THIS is what I am talking about! This one is for you Michael. Wherever you are I know you are doing a “hee hee /crotch grab/kick/Owwww!”. !!Hee Hee Owwwww!! A couple of days after Michael’s “death” is when I first caught wind of the famous Filipino inmates. The “Thriller” tribute was… [Read more…]
July 30, 2009
EVENING SWEETIES Boy oh Boy is this some JUICY FRUIT ! Apparently this is old news to the Jackson clan but the public is going nuts over this latest development in Michael Jackson mayhem. If anyone had any doubts that Michael was capable of impregnating a women those doubts have may have been diminished. In… [Read more…]
July 28, 2009
MY SWEETS My tears were flowin’ like the RIVER JORDAN this evening as I watched the season finale of VH1′s Charm School. Season III made the first two seasons look like chump change. In light of my recent developments the previous statement could not be further from the truth. I just caught wind that the… [Read more…]
July 31, 2009
S W E E T I E S The time has FINALLY come! Housewives of Atlanta Season II premiered on Bravo tonight and it did not disappoint! The dismal ratings of Housewives of NJ and the WASPY snoozefest of Housewives of NYC (minus Bethenny Frankel) made it imperative for these Atlanta ladies to BRING the… [Read more…]
July 31, 2009
S W E E T I E S My Movie Moment. Com has provided me with a Friday afternoon delight. These movie moments never cease to put a smile on my face. I suggest if you have some down time you create your own movie moment too! As a kid I remember the Billy Crystal… [Read more…]
August 4, 2009
S W E E T I E S From time to time I veer off the beaten path of the world of entertainment news to share my views on certain aspects of the political scope. It is NO WONDER why America is hated all over the world. Stories like this just make me want to… [Read more…]
August 4, 2009
S W E E T I E S This prepubescent teen has received attention of the music world with his chart topping song “One Time”. It most definitely helps that he is super cute to boot. Yes… Yes… he is like two years old but I don’t care. Cute is Cute whether you are a… [Read more…]
August 4, 2009
S W E E T I E S The Hip-Hop world is mourning the loss of Rapper and Slum Village co founder Baatin (Titus Glover). He died on August 1st at his Detroit home at the age of 35. His cause of death is still unknown at this time. Slum Village is one of my… [Read more…]
August 6, 2009
S W E E T I E S I just can’t wrap my mind around this one. Whenever something boggles the mind I believe the best remedy is to share your bewilderment with others. The Michael Jackson mayhem just won’t stop because they’ll never get enough! People around the world have been flocking to Chicago’s… [Read more…]
August 7, 2009
S W E E T I E S FYI- Giving the “T” is NeNe Leakes catch phrase. “T”= “Truth” If you’ve been a reading Nightly Candy for awhile you are familiar with my coverage of the Housewives of Atlanta. Just as the silver fox of news television Anderson Cooper has professed his adoration for the… [Read more…]
August 7, 2009
S W E E T I E S I am SO OVERJOYED to report that The Twisted Hearts Foundation has been registered with the state of Georgia as a Not-for-Profit!!!!!!!!!!!!! I thank the amazing Nightly Candy reader who forwarded this information to us early this morning! In my previous post I did state that “I’m… [Read more…]
August 8, 2009
S W E E T I E S 2009 sure has been a sad one in entertainment news. We have lost an abundance of talent and unfortunately John Hughes has recently been added to the list. John Hughes died on Thursday August 6 , 2009 as he went for a morning stroll in Manhattan. His… [Read more…]
August 9, 2009
S W E E T I E S Although this clip is less than 30 seconds long it still could be defined as cruel and unusual punishment to subject any human (or animal) to listen to it. Forgive me but I couldn’t resist. I totally understand if some of you just can’t deal and decide to… [Read more…]
August 9, 2009
S W E E T I E S Season II of Housewives of Atlanta hasn’t even aired the 3rd episode and the drama flood gates have burst WIDE OPEN. Kim Zoliack gave an interview with British OK Magazine and blabbed about her vengeance for NeNe Leakes! OK! reported, Kim has accused her former best friend… [Read more…]
August 13, 2009
S W E E T I E S In addition to loving my television, film , and salacious celebrity scoop I ♥ REAL HIP-HOP!!!! The Real Deal Holyfield. The authentic material that is only birthed in the underbelly of urban culture. Commercialized rap spewed from the pawns of major record labels is not my cup… [Read more…]
August 11, 2009
S W E E T I E S Jennifer Hudson gave birth to a healthy baby boy last night! Jennifer and fiancé David Otunga welcomed David Otunga Jr. into the world! It wasn’t even a year ago since the tragic death of her mother, brother, and nephew so this blessed event for her. I am huge… [Read more…]
August 11, 2009
S W E E T I E S I’m really not found of writing these R.I.P posts. Eunice Kennedy Shriver founder of the Special Olympics has passed away. She was 88 years old. Eunice Kennedy Shriver July 10, 1921- August 11, 2009 During her life Shriver made enormous contributions to the world through her tireless… [Read more…]
August 12, 2009
S W E E T I E S The drama is a never ending pot of piping hot mess when it comes to the Housewives of Atlanta. It’s been all over the Internet that Lisa Wu-Hartwell and hubby Ed got the big boot by the bank which sent them packing out of their multi-million dollar… [Read more…]
August 13, 2009
S W E E T I E S How anyone listens to Britney Spears boggles my mind. I will never be able to fully grasp why this culture insists on throwing millions of undeserved dollars (in a recession) to a talentless piece of work like B.S (I couldn’t resits that ). I know some delusional… [Read more…]
August 13, 2009
S W E E T I E S I know Puffy has had 10 million reality shows but does anyone remember the 20,000th rendition of Making the Band with the outspoken songstress Sarah Stokes? I am sure most of you do because that dude Chopper was on that particular season and he has one of… [Read more…]
August 14, 2009
S W E E T I E S Another precious talent bites the dust. Les Paul was born Lester William Polfuss, in Waukesha, Wis., on June 9, 1915. The legendary AMAZING talent Les Paul who brought joy to the world with his innovation passed away on August 13, 2009. He changed Rock & Roll with… [Read more…]
August 14, 2009
S W E E T I E S I made an oath that as long as these fingers were clickety-clacking on that keyboard that every 100 posts would be a point of celebration! YIPPPPEEEEEE!!!! Here’s to another 100 and many more. Thanks for all of the ♥ and support! A special thanks to: NEER ♥ LASHAE… [Read more…]
August 16, 2009
S W E E T I E S Was I the only person who was left with an anti-climatic feeling after Thursday night’s episode of Housewives of Atlanta? BRAVO really is trying to stretch out this “fight” between Sheree and Kim for every last penny it might be worth to them. I placed the word… [Read more…]
August 16, 2009
S W E E T I E S Do I hear a choir of angels? Yes I do! I believe they sing the praises of BP once again!! Did anyone happen to catch Brad Pitt on Real Time with Bill Maher this Friday? It was FANTASTIC! For those who may have missed the interview with… [Read more…]
August 16, 2009
S W E E T I E S I had to share this nonsense with you. It’s no secret that Chris Brown isn’t a topic of joy on this blog. It is quite a shame because before he bludgeoned Rhianna’s face into a bloody pulp I was a fan. Who doesn’t love an under age… [Read more…]
August 18, 2009
S W E E T I E S I am sure most of you forgot that Michael Jackson’s body still was not in the ground. TODAY it was announced that Michael Jackson will finally be given the opportunity to rest in peace. The publicity firm Sunshine, Sachs & Associates announced that Mr. Jackson would be… [Read more…]
August 18, 2009
S W E E T I E S The Michael mayhem continues. Dr. Conrad Murray released a video via You Tube today. This was the first time Dr. Murray made an attempt to reach out to the public. Even if the findings of the investigation rule out Dr. Murray from committing any crime it still… [Read more…]
August 19, 2009
S W E E T I E S When Chelsea Lately first debuted on the E Channel I was so excited. I hadn’t seen too much of the comedienne’s work but I am all in favor of ♀ making their way in the male dominated comedy game. After a couple of episodes I began to… [Read more…]
August 19, 2009
S W E E T I E S We can always count on NeNe Leakes from The Housewives of Atlanta to keep it real. Her new book Never Make the Same Mistake Twice is an open and honest account of her life. She makes no gripes,excuses, and has no regrets; including the time in her… [Read more…]
August 19, 2009
S W E E T I E S FoxNews.com (questionable resource?) has reported that Michael Jackson’s doctor Conrad Murray will be arrested and charged with manslaughter later this week. For those who might not be up to speed on legal lingo Manslaughter is the crime of killing a human being without malice aforethought, or otherwise in… [Read more…]
August 19, 2009
S W E E T I E S I just had to declare my love publicly for Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank. Burly, GAY, and UNAFRAID! Since my roots are based in the Commonwealth it brought me extra special delight to watch this video of Barney handling the business at a Town Hall meeting in Dartmouth… [Read more…]
August 21, 2009
S W E E T I E S WARNING: The contents of this post are not pretty . “Megan Wants a Millionaire” is yet another Vh1 travesty created by the devilish duo that consists of Chris Abrego and Mark Cronin. After I saw the promo for the show I made a vow I would not… [Read more…]
August 24, 2009
S W E E T I E S Just when you thought the news of the weird could not get any weirder: Vh1 reality reject Ryan Jenkins who was suspected of murdering his ex-wife Jasmine Flore was found DEAD in a hotel in British Columbia on Sunday according to Canadian authorities. The authorities have not released… [Read more…]
August 24, 2009
S W E ET I E S One of my New Years resolutions was to become more involved with philanthropic organizations that have a mission to make a difference around the world. AfricanHealthNow.Org is dedicated to implementing initiatives that improve the health and wellness of Africans in the U.S and the Diaspora. Image: Stanley Lumax/… [Read more…]
August 26, 2009
S W E E T I E S Senator Edward “Ted” Kennedy of Massachusetts died today at the age of 77 from his battle with brain cancer. He had been nicknamed by his peers as the “Lion of the Senate” not only because of his physicality but the passion that he had for the issues… [Read more…]
September 3, 2009
S W E E T I E S HAPPY SEPTEMBER! It’s been way to long since I’ve shared some Nightly Candy with you all. I’ve just felt so uninspired with the news of the last week and a half. I just couldn’t bare to type.. I just couldn’t bring myself do it. Please forgive me…… [Read more…]
September 3, 2009
S W E E T I E S When I saw this video this morning of Maia Campbell my jaw hit the floor in utter disbelief. At first I wanted to convince myself that this was all a scene from an upcoming John Singelton film or something but I knew even he couldn’t stoop that… [Read more…]
September 3, 2009
S W E E T I E S Whitney Houston has given the world an amazing repertoire of music. She’s received countless awards and made music history with her record sales. She’s also given the comedic world some steady material with some her antics from past years. Debra Wilson from MAD TV owes a huge… [Read more…]
September 16, 2009
S W E E T I E S Since when does it become breaking news when Kayne West says something outrageously stupid? Everytime I have EVER heard Kayne West speak he sounds like a bumbling, conceited, hot mess of a FOOL. Why are we all shocked about his drunken stupor VMA’s antics? Didn’t this all go… [Read more…]
September 16, 2009
S W E E T I E S Why oh why must I have to write yet another R.I.P post. August 18, 1952 – September 14, 2009 2009 has been such a Debbie Downer of a time for Hollywood. The 80′s was my childhood . Dirty Dancing was the ULTIMATE movie. What Swayze achieved with… [Read more…]
September 29, 2009
S W E E T I E S It has been way too long my sweets!! Although I’ve been caught up in the rigamarole that is called life I must give praises to the most high for my health, prosperity and for HULU. For those of you who might not be on the up and… [Read more…]
September 29, 2009
I believe I laughed once which is pretty down right depressing for a Seth McFarlane experience.
September 29, 2009
S W E E T I E S Sheree Whitfield is holding tight unto the delusional dream that she has the talent and gumption to be an accredited fashion designer. Even though she has portrayed herself to be void of any personality on The Real Housewives of Atlanta hasn’t she one friend who cares enough… [Read more…]
October 3, 2009
S W E E T I E S Kandi Burruss is my FAVORITE housewife!! YaaaY Khandi! She has officially replaced NeNe Leakes as #1. I’m over NeNe. The controversy over her “Not-for-Profit” The Twisted Hearts Foundation seems to be a bunch of mangled bull and dead ends. Give us the “T” NeNe?? It’s not in the… [Read more…]
October 8, 2009
S W E E T I E S IT’S OFFICIAL Fox TV actually has provided a show worthy of a smile this Fall. GLEE is killing the competition in the ratings. On Twitter it becomes a trending topic hours before and after the episode airs. This stroke of pure genius is the brainchild of Ryan… [Read more…]
November 4, 2009
SWEETIES I beseech you all to find it in your candy hearts to forgive me! It has been ages since I’ve posted. Trust and believe I’ve been behind the scenes shuckin’ and jivin’ to take Nightly Candy to the next level but alas there are no excuses just my sincere apologies are in order. Now… [Read more…]
November 4, 2009
SWEETIES I heart Gadgets and Gizmos! I just love learning about the latest and most innovative technology which is why I love Apple products so much. I love my Mac Book and my iPhone like I believe I would unconditionally love a child if I had one. They are the best investments I ever made… [Read more…]
November 12, 2009
SWEETIES Whenever I hear someone mention the movie “Sophie’s Choice” my throat gets tight and I feel the water works about to burst. If you haven’t seen that movie then I am afraid you have not experienced the joys of watching the true essence of acting on film. On November 11 I had the opportunity… [Read more…]
November 13, 2009
SWEETIES There are two major elements that are most important to me when it comes to fashion. 1) STYLE 2)COMFORT A piece of clothing or an accessories can be super cute from head to toe but if it is NOT comfortable I am not buying it. Plain and simple! I ♥ PUMA because I… [Read more…]
November 18, 2009
Looks like the GUILT of putting his son up to LYING about sexual abuse got the best of Evan Chandler.
November 22, 2009
SWEETIES On Friday, November 20, I had the esteemed pleasure of stumbling upon yet another amazing FREE concert at the APPLE Store in Soho. I fell in LOVE with hip-hop when I first heard “Let the Rhythm Hit ‘Em”. DJ Technical did a great job of hyping up the crowd with classic hip-hop tracks from… [Read more…]
February 11, 2010
SWEETIES 2010 has only just begun and has already started off with a bang! It’s been far too long since you’ve had a dose of Nightly Candy. I know many of you were starting to think “where the heck is my night-cap?” or “this is more like monthly candy.” Rest assured that I am back… [Read more…]
February 11, 2010
SWEETIES I have to confess to you all that I am hooked to the auditions part of American Idol! Let’s face it it’s the best part of the show. Even though it is the same old embarrassing procedure year after year I still revel in the hilarity of it! It truly is the purest form of… [Read more…]
February 11, 2010
SWEETIES This news truly hurts the fashionista within. Alexander McQueen was one of the most talented designers of our time. He took fashion to new and exciting heights. His fashion transcended into works of art. This morning his office released a statement that the designer was found dead inside his home in London England. There… [Read more…]
February 13, 2010
"Love, loyalty, faith and forgiveness mixed with greed, jealously and personal insecurity. If you watch this film and don't take something away from it, Christian or non-Christian viewers, than something is wrong"
February 13, 2010
S W E E T I E S The look on Jennifer Hudson’s face explains it all! I’m all in favor of lending a helping hand to people in need. At least 217,000 people died in the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12, which also left about 300,000 injured and one million homeless. Although… [Read more…]
February 16, 2010
S W E E T I E S I have an affinity for all of the seasons but quiet frankly I am over the frigid temperature and the snow. It’s fashion week in New York City . All the major designers are debuting their Fall 2010 collections. I understand the reasons why designers show their… [Read more…]
February 22, 2010
SWEETIES A couple weeks ago I received a call from the producers of The Rachel Ray Show. They were looking for an upbeat personality for a Valentine’s Day segment. All they would tell me over the phone was that the segment would involve a celebrity guest and they wanted me to share a relationship/love question.… [Read more…]
March 1, 2010
SWEETIES One of the best MC’s is in coma this evening. GURU is 1/2 of the legendary Brooklyn hip-hop duo Gang Starr. DJ Premier (the other half of Gang Starr) went on the Sirius Satellite radio show Hip Hop Nation to confirm that Guru had a heart-attack this weekend and has been hospitalized. He will undergo… [Read more…]
March 2, 2010
SWEETIES Naomi Campbell might be one of the most beautiful faces to ever walk the catwalk, but she has proven herself CERTIFIABLE! The New York Times reported today that the NYPD is currently searching for Ms. Campbell to question her in what appears to be yet again another accusation of assault. Campbell’s driver is walking… [Read more…]
March 7, 2010
SWEETIES The 82nd Academy Awards were blah.. blah… blah and more blah. Most awards shows are always boring and pretentious but I remember the days of yesteryear experiencing a jolt of excitement as I watched the pomp and circumstance of the red carpet. This year watching the red carpet was like craving a bowl of… [Read more…]
March 18, 2010
SWEETIES It’s Music Monday! Every Monday on Twitter before the midnight hour I unleash 10 random tunes from my Ipod. Here are the top ten from Monday’s 3/15/ #nowplaying Be Somebody by Kings Of Leon on playlist.com! Click here to listen http://shar.es/mo94K via @sharethis Changes by David Bowie on playlist.com! Click here to listen http://shar.es/mo9YC… [Read more…]
March 23, 2010
SWEETIES It’s Music Monday! Every Monday on Twitter before the midnight hour I unleash 10 random tunes from my Ipod. Here are the top ten from Monday’s 3/22/2010 #nowplaying You Got It All by The Jets on playlist.com! Click here to listen http://shar.es/mfT8A via @sharethis #musicmonday #nowplaying Catch Me Im Falling by Pretty Poison on… [Read more…]
March 28, 2010
SWEETIES BlogTalkRadio has taken over and Nightly Candy is a part of the excitement!! Three days a week you can enjoy Nightly Candy Chat on BlogTalkRadio. Sunday- 11pm EST Nightly Candy Chat- Storytime Story-time is where I share the interesting, crazy, and down right unbelievable tales from the repressed memories of my cerebellum. Tuesday- 11pm… [Read more…]
March 30, 2010
SWEETIES It’s Music Monday! Well- More like Tuesday’s Tunes. This weeks list is top ten LOVE Songs. This list was inspired by my new gig as a music writer for AOL Radio. My first assignment was to compile top ten lists of the best wedding love songs in several different musical genres. It got me … [Read more…]
April 14, 2010
Top Ten Coming of Age Songs: R&B SWEETIES This week I chose ten songs that were prevalent during the years I was figuring things out and on my way towards adulthood; my coming of age. If there was a soundtrack of my life there would be thousands of songs. It was a tough task to… [Read more…]
April 21, 2010
Top Ten Tunes from the Movies SWEETIES Movies and music are two of my favorite things in the whole world. There is nothing better when a great film is paired with a fantastic soundtrack. 10) ‘ (‘Midnight Cowboy,’ 1969)- Harry Nilsson, ‘Everybody’s Talkin’ Midnight Cowboy is a story about how small town Texan Joe Buck… [Read more…]
June 8, 2010
Ten Beloved hip-hop tracks from (1990-2001) SWEETIES I distinctly remember as if it were yesterday; coming home from school in sweet anticipation to watch Rap City on BET (back when BET wasn’t owned by Viacom……..sigh those were the days). There is no way to rank these tracks . Each and everyone of them is a… [Read more…]
October 7, 2010
SWEETIES It’s been so long since my last blog post! Most of you might have been under the impression that Nightly Candy with Nana-Adwoa was a blog of the past. Fear not my sweet dumplings, because that couldn’t be farther from the truth. I have been here working hard as the day is long! There… [Read more…]
October 9, 2010
SWEETIES FALL FASHION REVIEW Fall Fashion Finds with Nightly Candy! Illustration by © 2010 Nana-Adwoa Ofori “What the heck are jeggings?” Those were my exact thoughts when I was asked by STYLELIST.com to review a pair for their website. Jeggings are a combination of jean and leggings. This fall Old Navy has capitalized on the jeggings… [Read more…]
October 13, 2010
SWEETIES I’m pleased to announce that my BlogTalkRadio show, Nightly Candy Chat is now available as a FREE PODCAST via ITunes! Please follow these three easy steps for easy and effortless access. 1) Log unto ITunes 2 Go to the ITunes Store 3) Type in Nightly Candy Chat into the search engine If… [Read more…]
October 21, 2010
The iconic Coco Chanel once said "Every woman needs a little black dress."
October 27, 2010
SWEETIES It looks like the editors at Stylelist.com can’t get enough of Nightly Candy! IT’S TIME FOR ANOTHER FALL FASHION REVIEW Fall Fashion Finds with Nightly Candy! Illustration by © 2010 Nana-Adwoa Ofori Payless is not the store it was when I was a kid. Back in the days (depending where you grew up) shopping at… [Read more…]
October 27, 2010
Why on earth would a hard-working New Yorker cast their vote for a slick talking lawyer who hasn't done a decent job in his current government position? In addition to his C-- grade as Attorney General, Andrew Cuomo suffers from a severe case of nepotism with a side order of Daddy issues .
November 16, 2010
SWEETIES It’s time for another FALL FASHION REVIEW!! The folks over at Stylelist.com asked yours truly to share my opinions regarding yet another fall trend item: the quilted down vest available at Talbots. Check out the commercial on YouTube My initial thoughts of Talbots evoked visions of Barbara Bush and suits for Easter Sunday service.… [Read more…]
November 30, 2010
If you're a true fan of TRUE hip-hop music then you are a fan of The Boogiemonsters.
December 8, 2010
SWEETIES As 2010 winds down, Nightly Candy with Nana-Adwoa will share our choices for the best fashion, entertainment, TV, Film, etc. of 2010. The Best Reality Competition Show is ~ NBC’s “The Sing Off“ Every single contestant has unbelievable, God given talent. The producers of American Idol should wake up and pay attention. The Sing Off has a… [Read more…]
December 8, 2010
The success of EXUDE MAGAZINE did not come overnight. It took the blood, sweat, and tears from its founder and Editor-in-Chief, Kinya Harte.
December 14, 2010
It's not a surprise that the sophomore sitcom knocked it out of the park with a fantastic holiday special.
January 2, 2011
SWEETIES 2011 has started off with a bang thanks to the momentum and hard work established last year. Nightly Candy with Nana-Adwoa is soaring to new heights, and we have you all to thank. The stats helper monkeys at WordPress.com mulled over how this blog did in 2010, and here’s a high level summary of… [Read more…]
May 30, 2011
SWEETIES SUMMER FASHION REVIEW Illustration, Nana-Adwoa Ofori 2011 © Coogie is… [Read more…]
April 21, 2011
Tests are an indelible part of mainstream society. Tests are taken for employment, education, recreation, and even for fun. No matter what type of test you may be preparing for, Testpi.com is a resource that is worth checking out. There are a multitude of test categories to choose from. The categories available on Testpi.com vary from… [Read more…]
April 6, 2011
SWEETIES Spring is in the air! As the seasons change, it’s important to pay close attention to your hair and give it extra tender loving care. Nightly Candy with Nana-Adwoa has joined forces with world renowned celebrity hairstylist, Nick Chavez Beverly Hills™ for a fantastic SPRING GIVEAWAY! ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL RECEIVE A FABULOUS VOLUMIZING GIFT… [Read more…]
February 4, 2011
If you are considering Graduate Studies then you’re most likely going to take the Graduate Record Examination (aka the GRE). Many people dread these tests because the scores weigh heavily upon acceptance into Graduate School. There are many websites that offer tips, guidance, and tutoring for the test. One of those websites is GRE Prep… [Read more…]
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