Singer Chris Brown celebrated his 24th birthday with a big bash in Hollywood this past weekend. According to UsMagazine.com, his on-again, off-again girlfriend Rihanna was in New York City for her Diamonds tour, unable to attend. During the celebration, he was accompanied by several friends — including, notably, ex-girlfriend Karrueche Tran, whom he dated for a year before getting back together with Rihanna.
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Rihanna and Chris Brown. Photo: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
By Meghan Fitzgerald
Even though on-and-off again couple, Chris Brown and Rihanna are together, things are not going as well as they wished. A source tells UsMagazine.comthat in the past couple weeks, their relationship consists of constant fighting. However, it is not as out of the ordinary for them, the source said, stating, “Every second it’s a blow-up and then full on in love.” Huffington Postreports that on her Diamond tour she asked her fans, “How many of you are in love? How many of you hate love? How many of you don’t understand it? I’m in that group.”
What are some ways to know that the fighting has gotten out of hand in your relationship?
Rihanna and Chris Brown. Photo: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
By Meghan Fitzgerald
March 26th, Chris Brown stopped by Ryan Seacrest’s KIIS FM radio show, discussing the events which occurred before the 2009 Grammys. He talked about the night no one will ever forget, which is when Chris Brown assaulted his girlfriend, Rihanna. UsMagazine.comreported that Brown explained to Seacrest, “Everybody has a temper, but for me, it was not knowing how to control it when I thought I had the world in my hands.” NY Daily Newsstated that he’s trying his best to be a better man, and show her how sorry he is.
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Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Andrea Surujnauth
According to UsMagazine.com, Rihanna told Elle that she’s trying to build a friendship with her ex, Chris Brown. It was only four years ago that the Barbados-born beauty was assaulted by Brown. Even so, she said,”Now that we’re adults, we can do this right. We got a fresh start, and we’re thankful for that.” The pop star also explained that they’re not looking for an intimate relationship, just a friendship. “Right now, that’s just what we want – a great friendship that’s unbreakable.” Still, Rihanna has big plans for her future. When asked where she thinks she will be in five years, she replied, “I will probably have a kid.”
Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Meghan Fitzgerald
According to UsMagazine.com, Chris Brown attended Elton John’s AIDS Foundation 21st annual Academy Awards Viewing party at The City of West Hollywood Park. Brown attended this event without his on-again girlfriend, Rihanna. At the party, Brown was swarmed with anxious fans trying to get a autograph, and he fulfilled all of his fans’ needs … even to a tall blonde women, which he later told her she was gorgeous, reported PerezHilton. This comes just one one week after him and Rihanna got back from a romantic getaway in Hawaii.
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Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Andrea Surujnauth
According to UsMagazine.com, the emcee of this year’s Academy Awards, Seth MacFarlane, decided crack a joke at the expense of Chris Brown and Rihanna’s controversial on and off relationship. During his opening monologue, MacFarlane discussed Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained. “This is a story about man fighting to get back his woman who has been subjected to unthinkable violence, or as Chris Brown and Rihanna call it – a date movie. That’s as bad as it gets, if it makes you feel better.” His joke got a round of nervous laughter from the audience as he continued on with the movie discussion.
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On February 16th, Rihanna was seen leaving a club called The Box in London with a bloody knee. According to UsMagazine.com, an angry fan threw a can of British energy drink, Lucozade, at the singer. The culprit was screaming at Rihanna about her relationship with Chris Brown. It seems as though some of Rihanna’s fans are not too thrilled about her on-again, off-again relationship with Brown. Rihanna, however, did not seem to be bothered by the incident. The next morning she tweeted her reaction to seeing herself being compared to Princess Diana in a UK’s Sunday Times paper. Her tweet stated, “Just so happens I came home drunk to this in a pile of papers outside my hotel room! My lil Bajan behind, never thought these many people would even know my name, now it’s next to Princess Diana’s on the front of a newspaper! Life can be such a beautiful thing when you let it be #yourejealous.”
What do you do if your friends don’t support your relationship?
Katy Perry and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Andrea Surujnauth
Katy Perry and Rihanna became close friends during last year’s Grammy Awards. Now it seems as though their friendship is suffering due to Rihanna and Chris Brown rekindling their love or one another. An insider told UsMagazine.com, “They aren’t tight anymore because Katy doesn’t approve of Rihanna dating Chris Brown.” Instead of hanging out together during this year’s Grammy Awards, Perry and Rihanna were seen sitting in different areas of the audience, Perry with John Mayer and Rihanna with Chris Brown.
What do you do if getting back with an ex is controversial with your friends and family?
Chris Brown and Rihanna. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Andrea Surujnauth
They walked the red carpet separately but once the two were inside, it was a completely different story. Rihanna and Chris Brown were seen showing PDA during the Grammy Awards on February 10th. According to UsMagazine.com, these lovebirds were spotted hugging and cuddling together throughout the ceremony. It has been four years since Brown assaulted Rihanna which happened on the night before the 2009 Grammy Awards. Brown was taken to court by Rihanna and is still serving probation for the brutal beating. However, Brown and Rihanna rekindled their love last year and ignored all of the controversy that was stirred up because of it.
What do you do if your friends or family do not like your partner?
Olivier Martinez and Halle Berry. Photo: Kevin Terrell / PR Photos
By Courtney Allen
The New Year is here, and even the biggest celebs in Hollywood know what that means: it’s time to pull out the glorious pen and paper. There is no better time like the present than to leave the daunting past behind in the tabloids, whether it is love drama with exes, juicy scandals or shocking infidelity. 2012 may have proved to be rocky for these celebrity couples, but the upcoming year just may be looking up if they write their New Year’s Resolution list with these things in mind:
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.”
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While the season of gift giving is upon us, it is also the season of stress and crowded malls and last minute shopping. With the endless options of presents, how do you ever decide what to get your sister, best friend and co-worker? One idea — something that is unique and smells good to boot — is purchasing a new perfume. With that thought in mind, we decided to round up the best celebrity fragrances of 2012 — and hopefully help you out with some of your holiday shopping. Plus, two lucky CupidsPulse.com readers will win a bottle of Wonderstruck by Taylor Swift!
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?
Rihanna and Rob Kardashian. Photo: Landmark / PR Photos; PRN / PR Photos
By Erin Minty
In Hollywood this past Saturday, sexy songstress Rihanna was spotted out with the 25-year old reality star Rob Kardashian. The two joined a group of friends for a night of go-karting at Racer’s Edge Indoor Karting, reports UsMagazine.com. Both of the celebrities have been known to have dating issues. Early in December, Kardashian was rumored to be dating singer Rita Orta, who was recently seen with Rizzle Kick’s Harley Alexander-Sule, and Rihanna’s shocking fallout with her ex Chris Brown have left the two single. Maybe this new pairing will work out better for them than their last attempts at love.
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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?
Love in the limelight. Photo: conrado / Bigstock.com
By Edwin
Finding love is hard, and it’s one thing that being rich and famous doesn’t make easier. Although people like you and I might have moments of dating delights and despair, we at least get to experience these in private. Because of all of the attention they get, celebrities don’t have it easy when it comes to making a love connection. However, it’s not all that different for them. Here are some things we can all learn from watching the pitfalls of dating in the spotlight:
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?
How to sleep peacefully with your partner. Photo: mast3r / Bigstock.com
By David O Volpi, M.D.
Sleeping habits aren’t exactly first date conversation topics, but the reality is that more than a quarter of couples say their partner’s sleep habits prevent them from getting a good night’s rest, according to the National Sleep Foundation. Sleep incompatibilities are a top reason why one in four couples sleep in separate beds, and snoring is actually one of the top three reasonsfor divorce in the U.S.
So, how can women sleep in sync with their guys? Often times, simple lifestyle changes can help busy couples make their sleep routines mesh, and stop the snoring and bad sleeping habits that prevent them from sleeping soundly together. To get the best sleep possible, try the following tips:
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.
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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.
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