Entertainment
Reel-ality TV Talk: Nene Walks out on Dr. Jeff
By Marquesa LaDawn
NNPA Columnist
This week in Atlanta, it was all about feelings, tears and jeers. Nene may be gone, but the ladies continue to share their feelings, cry and shift their relationships. Along the way, we heard some bug truths. Porsha admitted to bring bullied by her husband. Everybody knew that before she did.
Kenya admitted to never getting over the rejection she feels from her mother never loving her. That explains a lot, right? The ladies apologized and listened to each other.
Kandi was raw for saying, “Stop kissing Nene’s a**,” and so much more and so much more that was refreshing. I like this side of Kandi.
As for Nene waling out in a huff and Dr. Jeff chasing her and begging her to stay, let’s face it, she is good at dishing it out, but not taking her lumps. Remember, this is how Kim Zolciak (now Biermann) left the show. She stopped talking and kept avoiding scenes with the other housewives or left the scenes in a huff. Kim got her own show. Is that’s what Nene is angling for?
Let’s not forget that Nene had a mini spinoff based on her remarriage to Greg. It had a purpose, and an interesting cast. I use the word “interesting” lightly. Let’s face it, Nene is one of our favorite villain housewives. That personality only comes out when she’s around people she can’t control.
It was nice seeing the couples hang out, Cynthia and her man and Kandi and her man. Kandi is finally becoming interesting, so proud. Phaedra finally begins to share her heart. It’s been a slow process after several seasons but sometimes it takes hardship of some type to finally let go. She spoke to Sara, TD Jakes daughter. I thought it was interesting that she opened the conversation by putting Sara’s business out there. I think that made her feel better about her own woes. There’s still work to be done.
Kenya’s play or screen play had its first table read. Not much to say about that. But, I do miss her in scenes. Another housewife I miss in scenes (fun scenes), Claudia. Looks like she enjoys the counseling. Dr. Jeff chatted with her a bit on her next steps. Well, this led to Claudia planning a trip to the Philippines. Since the ladies are divided, Claudia recruited Porsha to ask her buddies (Nene and Phaedra) to come along. Spoiler: Guess who will not be there.
This episode ended with Phaedra starting the process of divorcing Apollo. No surprise there. Only thing, she seems determined to not take her children to see their prison based father. I loved that the lawyer asked her that million dollar question: Why did you marry an ex-con? The excuses came pouring in. Bottom line, she married him and had two kids, she can’t erase that, no matter how hard she tries.
Speaking of love lives, Kenya appeared on The Millionaire Matchmaker this week. I was expecting the love match to be unsuccessful, with Kenya’s history and last week’s effort by Patti to find love for past Atlanta housewife Sheree. However, Patti was successful and Kenya got a hunk of a man. Let’s see if she keeps him around!
This was the final episode of RHOBH, which by definition meant high drama. Sisters Kyle and Kim tried to end their time together alone on good terms at Kyle’s Palm Springs home. I found it interesting that Kim said, she wants her sister to respect that she’s a healthy older sister. But, the world knows she’s not. I started off this housewives season wondering why Kim was still on the show. Now, that question is answered several times over, she brings drama!
If you’ve been a fan of the Real Housewives franchise for long enough, you know each finale must have a party! Past RHOBH housewife, Adrianne volunteered and threw a fabulous one! One problem: Adrianne was barely in it, poor thing.
Kim Richards is focused on finding out if her new BFF Brandi was also talking about an intervention behind her back. Lisa R. had to light this fire. So the party starts off with Kim demanding answers, she avoids asking Brandi, her buddy.
At one point, an emotional Brandi is having a fit as she speaks with Lisa. I do agree that Lisa can hold one heck of a grudge. I also agree that Brandi is a big baby.
Back to Kim confronting Lisa R. who is determined to not answer Kim’s questions. Lisa’s scared, wouldn’t you be after her last attack in Amsterdam. Then things get hotter when Lisa V., Kyle and Yolanda joined the conversation. I had to giggle… Kim accuses Lisa R. of ruining her reputation, really? After Kim leaves the table, the ladies persuade Lisa R. to speak up.
After pushing back a few times, she caves and tells Kim Richards what she does not want to hear. Kim of course becomes mean and testy and literally screams at Lisa R. Kathy Hilton, the third sister, just stares, she probably thinking about all that money she has to spend.
Marquesa LaDawn is a professional businesswoman who escapes the pressures of living in New York City by retreating into the real world of reality TV. Subscribe to her podcast at www.RealitytvGirl.com.
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Black History
Martial Artist Victor Moore: An American Karate and Kickboxing Pioneer
Throughout his career, Moore defeated many national champions, including Joe Lewis, Mike Stone, and Bill “Superfoot” Wallace. Moore placed in every tournament he competed in from 1965 until his retirement in 1975, defeating renowned national champions such as Mike Foster, Chuck Norris, Fred Wren, Glenn Keeney, James Hawkes, and Jim Kelly. Moore emphasizes that winning or losing does not diminish a champion’s credibility — they are all champions in his eyes.
By Tamara Shiloh
Victor Moore, born on Aug. 23, 1943, holds a 10th-degree Black Belt in Karate and is a four-time world karate champion.
As one of the chief instructors under Robert Trias in the Shuri-ryu Karate system, Moore was also among the first ten members of the Trias International Society. Over his 50-year martial arts career, he trained in various styles, including Chito-ryu with William J. Dometrich, Judo, Kempo, and Bondo karate.
Moore began his martial arts journey at the age of 7 in Cincinnati, lifting weights and reading Charles Atlas books to guide his training. By age 9, he had learned the basics of jujitsu and judo, and at 12, he began training in Kempo karate under Ronald Williams, who awarded him his first black belt after five years of instruction.
In 1961, Moore expanded his training by joining a judo school led by Ray Hughes and later trained in Gyu Ryu-karate under Harvey Eubanks. He studied Kempo with Bill Dometrich and continued exploring different karate styles. Instructors at the time, required students to start as white belts in each new style, even if they held black belts elsewhere, which shaped Moore’s adaptability.
Chung Ling, an exchange student from China, introduced Moore and others to Chuan Fa, enhancing Moore’s understanding of martial arts. He also took up judo at a school in Cincinnati, where he earned his brown belt, and trained in karate with Jim Wax, who had studied under the Shimabuku brothers. Moore’s toughness was further honed by his boxing experience at the 9th Street YMCA, where he became a sparring partner for Tiger Joe Harris.
At Central State University, Professor Barry Yasuto trained Moore in Shotokan karate, but Moore was denied entry to the Japanese Karate Association, possibly due to his race. After returning to Cincinnati, Moore opened his first karate school and began competing in national tournaments. He traveled across the U.S., eventually meeting Robert Trias, who became his mentor and helped him rise to the second-degree black belt level. Under Trias, Moore continued training in Kempo and Goju-Ryu styles.
Moore also trained under Dr. Maung Gyi, learning Bondo karate, stick fighting, and kickboxing. In 1973, Moore and Joe Lewis introduced kickboxing to America on the Merv Griffin TV show. Moore competed in the first kickboxing tournament in the U.S., facing Jim Harrison in a historic fight.
Throughout his career, Moore defeated many national champions, including Joe Lewis, Mike Stone, and Bill “Superfoot” Wallace. Moore placed in every tournament he competed in from 1965 until his retirement in 1975, defeating renowned national champions such as Mike Foster, Chuck Norris, Fred Wren, Glenn Keeney, James Hawkes, and Jim Kelly. Moore emphasizes that winning or losing does not diminish a champion’s credibility — they are all champions in his eyes.
Moore continues to teach martial arts, working with instructors and students nationwide. His daughters, Vickie and Vonnie, and his son, Vanceston, also train under his guidance.
Activism
South African Solidarity Committee Hosts 31st Annual Celebration
“We’re all together for each other celebrating 31 years of building international solidarity between the people of the United States and South Africa toward the implementation of the 1955 Freedom Charter and 2030 Sustainable Development Goals,” said COSAS Operations Manager Nicole Richards.Located in Berkeley, COSAS is dedicated to the continuing struggle by the people of South Africa’s need for independence.
By Carla Thomas
The Committee of South African Solidarity (COSAS) celebrated its 31st anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 26 at the East Bay Church of Religious Science in Oakland.
Themed “Ubuntu,” a word in Zulu and Xhosa, which means “I am because we are,” the event brought together supporters and community members.
“We’re all together for each other celebrating 31 years of building international solidarity between the people of the United States and South Africa toward the implementation of the 1955 Freedom Charter and 2030 Sustainable Development Goals,” said COSAS Operations Manager Nicole Richards.
Located in Berkeley, COSAS is dedicated to the continuing struggle by the people of South Africa’s need for independence.
A soulful meal was prepared by Chef Rene Johnson and Blackberry Soul Catering along with live entertainment and speakers.
COSAS is an all-volunteer, private membership organization, made up of South Africans, Africans, students, professionals, clergy and others committed to building solidarity between the working people of the U.S. and the South African people still struggling for economic and political freedom.
Formed in 1993, the organization promotes the “real nature” of the changes and struggles taking place in South Africa and the African continent, according to Richards.
“COSAS counters ‘disinformation’ and ‘misinformation’ in the U.S. and Western mainstream media that creates division and distrust,” Richards said. “We produce the South African Beacon and organize and transport solidarity shipments of school supplies to South African grade schools requesting assistance,” Richards said.
According to organizers, COSAS is completely run by volunteers, free from the corporate and government agendas that continue to keep South Africa dependent on the West.
“We rely on the support of concerned individuals. Call us today about how you can get involved by sorting and packing supplies, donating office equipment, and supporting special events,” said Richards.
Earlier in the year, COSAS hosted its World Affairs film showing at Downs Memorial United Methodist Church. The screening featured a short film, “Feeding a Crisis: Africa’s Manufactured Hunger Pandemic,” exploring the hunger challenges African countries face and approaches to resolving the issues.
Contact the Committee for South African Solidarity, 1837 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley, CA, 510-251-0998 for volunteer opportunities and event information.
Activism
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