Rihanna and Chris Brown. Photo: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
By Jennifer Ross
It was Christmas in LA for Rihanna and Chris Brown this year. On Dec. 25, the returning duo celebrates Christmas together at the LA Lakers vs. New York Knicks basketball game being held at the Staples Center. An eyewitness tells Usmagazine.com Rihanna, 24, and Brown, 23, were “laughing and chatting.” Also, they seem to look “happy together.” The attire for the evening is all black, with Rihanna bearing her midriff and Brown wearing a leather jacket. Although Rihanna and Brown have spent more time together lately and tweeted photos showing them together, Rihanna still considers herself single. On Dec. 18 she tweets, “Being single sucks.”
How do you know when to give your ex a second chance?
Rihanna and Chris Brown. Photo: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
By Jennifer Ross
Are Rihanna and Chris Brown reuniting? A source told UsMagazine.com that Rihanna, 24, and Brown, 23, were caught making out at New York City’s Griffin Club on Monday night. And that’s not all! According to Celebuzz, Brown, who was seated at a different table than Rihanna, climbed over the center stage to get to her. The two then began to dirty dance with each other, unworried about the public. Late into the night, they eventually left separately. Where was Brown’s now ex-girlfriend and aspiring model Karrueche Tran, 23, in all this? Not by his side.
How do you know whether to give your ex a second chance?
Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Premiere/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
We all remember the tragic ending to Rihanna and Chris Brown’s relationship in February 2009 after he physically assaulted her. But, recently on Oprah’s Next Chapter, the pop star confessed that her ex will always have a special place in her heart. Rihanna continued to tell Oprah Winfrey, “I am reminded by a lot of things. A lot of memories we had. By the slightest things: hotel rooms, tour venues. Any little things: music, songs.” Not only is Rihanna still reminded of the singer, but she felt protective of him when he was being charged for assault. She felt he needed help rather then to be locked up. Rihanna revealed a lot of mixed feelings in this interview, which could ultimately lead her back into the arms of Brown.
How do you keep thoughts of your ex from preventing you from moving on?
Reggie Bush and Kim Kardashian. Photo: Matrix/Flynetpictures.com
By Courtney Allen
In wonderful world of Hollywood, maintaining both a long-lasting relationship and a fast-paced career is evidently a huge challenge. The jam-packed schedules and non-stop tabloid mania in the everyday lives of celebrities leaves us constantly wondering when the next split will be–the fact they are going to happen is a guarantee. Nasty rumors of deceit, unexpected flings with co-stars and stress from an intense life can make stardom a celebrity couple’s worst enemy. Unfortunately for these five celebrity duos, losing their battle to fame proved inevitable:
Early this Thursday, the entourages of singers Chris Brown and Drake got into a massive and violent fight at W.i.P., a downtown NYC club. Though the two singers never attacked each other directly, their posses traded blows and Brown was cut by a bottle thrown in the process. Most suspect that this brawl broke out over Rihanna, whom the two have both been romantically linked to in the past. A source told Us Weekly that although Rihanna is very glad she wasn’t there, she “loves this drama” and, after speaking to Brown and Drake, still “thinks it’s crazy.”
What do you if someone you’re interested in has another admirer?
Rihanna and Chris Brown. Photo: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
Singers and exes, Rihanna and Chris Brown are anything but predictable, making it difficult to keep up with their roller coaster relationship. What’s known for sure about the pair is that both artists have an undeniable love for partying, so running into one another is inevitable. Last Monday night, the pop star was under her ex’s surveillance, when they both showed up to the New York City hotspot, Avenue, reports People. Although Brown was reportedly surrounded by close friends drinking champagne and taking shots, he couldn’t refrain from looking over to Rihanna’s table, who apparently was with her latest suitor.
What are some ways to avoid an awkward confrontation with your ex?
Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson. Photo: Flynet Pictures, Inc.
By Lily Rose
It’s 2.6 inches wide and 6.1 inches long, and we all want it. We’re not sure what you’re thinking, but we’re talking about the Benjamin’s, dough, loot, c-notes, otherwise known as … money. The green stuff may not be the root of all evil, but it certainly is the root of a lot of relationship woes. Just ask these celebrity couples:
Rihanna and Chris Brown. Photo: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
In May’s issue of ELLE, Rihanna finally shared with the world why she is back in contact with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown. It’s been three years since Brown assaulted Rihanna and, according to UsMagazine.com, since then the duo has collaborated on two singles and has been secretly hooking up for about a year. Rihanna says, “I respect what other people have to say. The bottom line is that everyone thinks differently,” in response to the furious reactions from fans and critics about the couple reuniting. “It’s very hard for me to accept, but I get it. People end up wasting their time on the blogs or whatever, ranting away, and that’s all right. I don’t hate them for it,” she says. However, the singer refuses to apologize. “Because tomorrow I’m still going to be the same person. I’m still going to do what I want to do.”
When your partner makes a mistake, how do you know whether to forgive them or not?
Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Rihanna is standing by her ex, Chris Brown, while he awaits the decision on whether or not he’ll be charged in theft of a cell phone, RadarOnlinereported. Brown has been accused of stealing a woman’s iPhone as she snapped a picture of the R&B singer while he sat in the back of his car. Brown purportedly snatched the phone saying, “B-tch, you’re not going to put that on the internet” and drove off. A source close to the situation told the site that Brown is claiming that he absolutely did not steal the phone. Rihanna has subsequently stated that she will stand by him during the investigation and whatever the future holds. Given the past these two have together, Brown was humbled by Rihanna’s firm support. “He told her he appreciated her despite the criticism she has endured for recording songs with Chris [Brown] and welcoming him back into her life,” the source said.
What do you do if your partner gets involved with the law?
Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Premiere/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
Rihanna and Chris Brown recently spent time working on the other’s songs, which were released on Monday. This collaboration was completely unexpected after the domestic violence drama the two went through in 2009. However, according to People, the pair were spending time together the night of the Grammy’s, which marked three years since the incident. On Twitter the former couple have been displaying friendly behavior. The lyrics Brown sings in Rihanna’s song are inappropriate; however, they do suggest he is missing her. Rihanna’s lyrics are more straight forward: “I love you baby,” she sings.
Why would a woman reconnect with an ex who physically hurt her?
According to UsMagazine.com, a woman was reportedly approached by Grammy winner Chris Brown, 22, with one absurd pickup line. Brown is rumored to have told the woman, ” Can I get your number? I promise I won’t beat you!” After pleading guilty in 2009 to beating ex-girlfriend and singer Rihanna, 24, many think Brown should take domestic violence seriously, to say the least.
What are some ways to know when a pickup line is sincere?
Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Three years after pleading guilty to assaulting his ex, Chris Brown and Rihanna seem to have come to some sort of a truce. This week, Brown sent his former girlfriend a message for her birthday via Twitter: “HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROBYN!” Rihanna then thanked him via her own Twitter account, according to People. Lately, controversy has been brewing as the duo are back on speaking terms and rumors that they may be getting back together are circulating. The pair have even collaborated with their music, as Brown is singing on a remix of Rihanna’s track “Birthday Cake,” called “Cake.”
Is it OK to stay in contact with an ex who treated you poorly?
Relationships can be hard work, and they require a lot of effort to be put in from both ends. When you both commit, it makes it all worthwhile- in most cases. While many relationships start off on a high note and continue on the path of blissfulness, others plummet to a place of irreconcilable differences, physical altercations and repeated infidelity. They end up heading straight to Splittsville. In fact, all you have to do is ask the following couples:
As a survivor of domestic violence, this is a subject close to my heart, and it leads me to asks questions like:
– What responsibility does Hollywood have for depicting healthy relationships?
– Do they accurately represent abusive relationships?
You’ve undoubtedly seen the headlines and read the stories, as there are cases upon cases of such violence. One relatively recent example has to do with the controversy surrounding Eminem and Rihanna’s music video for “Love The Way you Lie,” which depicts the emotional highs and lows, resentment and lies, and even physical altercations in one specific abusive relationship. In the video, actress Megan Fox and the former hobbit guy from Lost (Dominic Monaghan) show us an unhealthy relationships filled with sex, tender moments, fights, violence, and fire.
And let’s not forget the highly publicized domestic violence incident between R&B singers Rihanna and Chris Brown. Rihanna (whose unhealthy relationship with Chris Brown was made public when he hit her) also sings the chorus and is shown throughout the video.
Rihanna and Chris Brown. Photo: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
Rihanna made her lack of anger towards Chris Brown apparent on Monday, when she decided to follow her abusive ex on Twitter, reports UsMagazine.com. Rihanna and Chris Brown had a very public breakup after Brown attacked Rihanna nearly two years ago. The domestic violence case still deeply resonates with fans. One of Rihanna’s Twitter followers tweeted, “I never thought you would go back to him! You better not. It’s your life, but you do have people that look up to you (e.g. young girls).” Rihanna replied, typing, “It’s f*cking Twitter, not the altar! Calm down!” The singer then qualified her harsh words, adding, “”Baby girl, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to hurt or offend you — just needed to make it clear!”
What are the perks to staying civil with an ex who hurt you?
Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Rapper and R&B star Chris Brown can’t seem to shake his past with former flame Rihanna, reports People. Brown became visibly upset and violent on Tuesday morning during an interview for Good Morning America when interviewer Robin Roberts began to inquire about his past with Rihanna. A source close to the actor says, “He’s been trying to move on from his past and focus on his music, and he’s finally putting out an album…” Brown tweeted later on that day giving a shout out to his fans, “Thank you to everyone who supports my music!!! Key Word (music) !!! Love y’all.”
