Striking Looks from Kate Henshaw, Samantha Mumba & Liya Kebede

New mom/Nollywood actress Kat Henshaw-Nattal looked fierce in a red satin Nicole Miller dress at a event in Lagos, Nigeria. (She was hands down the best dressed at the celebration.) Find out which Hollyood star rock the same dress in a different color over over at FG2BH Blog.

Photo credit: Bella Naija

Kate did a GREAT job in "Consequences" (one of my favorite Nollywood film) with Ramsey Noah and here's the trailer for those who hasn't seen the film yet:

Go Rent/Buy this film A.S.A.P!

Samantha Mumba has been under the radar ever since her "Dancing on Ice" gig ended months ago but she resurfaced with a new male friend at a party in Beverly Hills. Find out Samantha's new close friend is here.

Liya Kebede showcase her advantage as a model when she arrived in a navy ruffle 3.1 Phillip Lim dress at the NY screening of "Benjamin Button." Find out which "Lipstick Jungle" actress rock the same look over at FG2BH Blog.

Photos: Bella Naija. Getty. Wireimage

SAMANTHA MUMBA DOES DANCING ON ICE

Samantha Mumba smiled for cameras in support of her new TV gig, "Dancing on Ice" at the Natural History Museum:

The Sun had a interesting quote from the 24 year-old singer/actress Samantha Mumba:

“My high point has been losing weight. Squeezing into smaller jeans - Now that’s something that hasn’t happened in a long time!”

Visit here to see Samantha's "Dancing On Ice" partner, Pavel Aubrecht.

Images via Toya's World & wireimage.com


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BEST OF AFRO-NAIJA SONGS

In the spirit of Black Music Month, here are JUST some of the very best Afro-Naija songs:

Sade's No Ordinary Love

Three decades strong, Sade the group and the lead vocalists is the soundtrack of romantic songs. UK pop/urban/R&B singer Sade is of Naija descent. She's Yoruba.

2Face Idibia-African Queen

Arguably one of the few talented West-African vocalists to break into mainstream urban sound, 2Face is of Naija descent. He's Igbo.

Akon-Don't Matter

The hitmaker himself may have been set back from his own action but his music speaks for himself. Akon is of Senegalese descent. He was born in American of Senegelese parents.

Styl Plus-Olufunmi

West African urban power group has become known for their now signature cut, "Olufunimi." Styl Plus is Afro-urban grop from Naija.

Ayo-Down on My Knees

Perhaps our generation's answer to Sade, Ayo's vocal range and her guitar proves she can sustain a long career in the music industry. Ayo is of Naija descent. Ayo's Igbo.

Seal-Crazy

The Grammy's , the GOlden Globes, the supermodel wife, and poster children, Sade is a mmulti-talented man indeed. UK R&B singer Seal is of British, Brazilian, and Naija descent. Seal's Yoruba.

Chamillionaire-Ridin

Looks may not be his strong point but Chamillionaire is giving some hope to future Naija MCs to come up after him. Chamillionaire is of Naija descent. Word is Chamillionaire is Yoruba. Ridin won Chamillionaire his first Grammy.

Block Party-I Still Remember

Naijas are everywherre musically. Block Party is a prime example of such. Lead singer Kele Okereke is of Naija descent. Kele's Igbo.

Lemar-Time To Grow

Uk R&B singer Lemar is of Naija descent. His parents are of Nigerian descent. His name is Lemar Obika. Lemar's Igbo.

Samantha Mumba-"Gotta Tell You"

Irish pop singer Samantha is of Zambian descent. Samantha's half Irish and Zambian.

P-Square-Temptation 2 Watch

P-Square is of Naija descent. They're two Igbo brothers.

Even Nollywood's biggest star Genevieve Nnaji got bitten by the singing bug. "No More":

Genevieve Nnaji is of Naija descent. She's Igbo.
See a song that didn't make the list? Drop a comment or two.

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New Music from Samantha Mumba

According to Toya's World, Miss Mumba is making a comeback to the R&B/pop world. Earlier I posted up some fly pictures of Miss Mumba celebrating her Irish heritage in Ireland on St. Patrick's Day...so folks brace yourself for some new music from the R&B singer that got U.S rapper The Game crushing all on her. "Samantha Mumba is prepping herself for the release of her upcoming new album and I have a couple of snippets from the new album which you can either listen to or download [HERE]. The songs are Rear View, Personalities and Angel. Personalities is going to be the lead single." [spotted at Toya's World]

Samantha Mumba celebrates St. Patrick's Day!

UK R&B singer Samantha Mumba celebrated her heritage in Belfast, Northern Ireland's City Centre for the St. Patrick's Day celebrations on March 17. [photos by Joe Fox]



Enoy this video throwback "Baby Come On Over."

Samantha is half Irish and half Zambian and she's also One of Ireland's most successful singers, with hits like "Gotta Tell You", "Body II Body", and "Always Come Back to Your Love".

Samantha Mumba to be on "X-Factor"

UK R&B singer Samantha Mumba may become a judge on X-Factor. Read on for the full scoop as reported by Toya's World:

"Simon Cowell has SACKED X-Factor judge Louis Walsh and now Irish pop
starlet Samantha Mumba is 3/1 favourite to take his place, with Paula Abdul at
odds of 5/1. Samantha use to be managed by Louis when she was at the height of
her pop career. I think this would be good for her especially since she's planning on making a musical comeback later this year. The X-Factor is the biggest show in the UK and is equivalent to that of American Idol. Louis Walsh is set to manage the winner of this years series."

Samantha Mumba at the 2007 Irish Film and Television Awards

On February 9th, Irish/Zambian pop star Samantha Mumba at the 2007 Irish Film and Television Awards. (She's reportedly dating US rapper The Game.)

In related news, "IRISH stunner Samantha Mumba models a new range of Per Amore underwear by Michelle Mone's Ultimo. Designer Mone said: "This collection is a particular favourite of mine. The designs are fashionable and functional." {Daily Record}

Samatha Mumba's "Gotta Tell You" music video:

If you can't see the embedded video above, then watch 'Gotta Tell You' [here]

"Gotta Tell You" was a TRL favorite and a #4 Hot 100 hit in the fall of 2000.

Fun Facts about Samantha Mumba via IMDB:

Samantha is half Irish and half Zambian.

One of Ireland's most successful singers, with hits like "Gotta Tell You", "Body II Body", and "Always Come Back to Your Love".

Her birth name is Samantha Tamania Anne Cecilia Mumba.