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Besides juicy tell-alls and gaudy fairy tale weddings, tabloids are always hungry for a celebrity newborn’s first photo opp… and they’re willing to pay up for a plate. However, unlike Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt who received a $4.1 million check from People in exchange for exclusive pics of their first biological daughter, Shiloh Nouvel, couples of color are rarely seduced by the media for six-figure (or more) shots of their tot. That could soon change however with the arrival of Beyonce and Jay-Z’s bundle of glory, Blue Ivy.

Although it’s unlikely that the ultra private couple (who have yet to even disclose a wedding photo) will pen a publication deal, many are speculating that the first snaps of their baby girl could pull anywhere from $3 million to $4 million. While we wait for the proud parents to ponder their decision, here’s a look at the few black and brown offspring that brought in big dollar signs before even uttering their first word.—Tracy Garraud

The 5 Most Expensive Celebrity Baby Pics Of Color

From Mariah and Nick to J Lo and Marc Anthony–how much cash are these celebs…

By Tracy Garraud

Posted: January 16, 2012 Tags: Beyonce Knowles, Cash Warren, celebrity, Jay Z, Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Alba, Joel Madden, Marc Anthony, Mariah Carey, Nick Cannon, Nicole Richie, Tameka Foster Raymond, Usher Raymond

Jay Z Proclaims the ‘Glory’ of Fatherhood!

Will Jay Z's song for Blue Ivy inspire more baby-daddies to quit singing the blues and assume their rightful place?

Will Jay Z’s “Glory” for Blue Ivy inspire more baby-daddy’s to quit singing the blues…

By Caroline Clarke

Posted: January 13, 2012 Tags: Babyface, Beyonce, Blue Ivy, celebrity, celebrity babies, entertainmnet, Erykah Badu, Glory, Jay Z, Lauryn Hill, Stevie Wonder, Will Smith

To Sue or Not To Sue? What Kim Kardashian Can Teach You About Filing a Lawsuit

What you need to know before threatening to sue

Money coach Lynnette Khalfani-Cox tells you what you need to know before filing a lawsuit

By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Posted: December 1, 2011 Tags: Ask the Money Coach, celebrity, celebrity divorce, divorce, Kim Kardashian, Kris Humphries, lawsuit, Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Swizz Beatz Talks Business, Branding and Motivation

The producer/rapper discusses his partnership deals and becoming the creative mind behind big-name brands

BE Next linked up with Kasseem “Swizz Beatz” Dean to discuss how the kid that…

By BlackEnterprise.com

Posted: October 27, 2011 Tags: Alicia Keys, Aston Martin, branding, celebrity, christian louboutin, deejay, Education, finance, Lotus, music producer, philanthropy, rapper, Reebok, Reebok Back, Swizz Beatz

WATCH: Kelly Price on Reinventing, Gaining Confidence and Moving On

In this episode of 'Brand New You' with Karen Taylor Bass, singer Kelly Price opens up about other turning points in her life and her music

In this episode of Brand New You with Karen Taylor Bass, Kelly Price opens up…

By Elayne Fluker

Posted: August 19, 2011 Tags: Brand New You, celebrity, entertainment, Kelly Price, Music Industry, new music, Video

Chris Tucker Gets Back to the Business of Making Funny

After a long hiatus, the actor and comedian embarks on his first comedy tour in years

After a long hiatus, the actor and comedian embarks on his first comedy tour in…

By Kenya N. Byrd

Posted: August 1, 2011 Tags: celebrity, Chris Tucker, comedy, entertainment, Harry Belafonte, James Earl Jones, Oprah Winfrey, Quincy Jones, Ruby Dee, Sidney Poitier

It took only 72 days for Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’ marriage to dissolve. Reportedly costing a million dollars, the financial loss of the split is obvious. Similarly, Jennifer Lopez may have once sang “Love Don’t Cost A Thing,” but the singer/actress knows first-hand that a divorce can cost a pretty penny. After eight months of marrige to backup dancer/choreographer Cris Judd, she called it quits in 2002 and coughed up $14 million to Judd. With the recent announcement of her split from salsa singer Marc Anthony, there’s rampant speculation about who’s going to come out richer. J.Lo, whose estimated net worth is $150 million, easily eclipses her estranged husband who earns a respectable $40 million. If the couple signed a premarital agreement, there should be little worry about who gets what. On the other hand, the dirty laundry from some of the following couples was aired when news of their divorces spread. We’ve taken a look at the figures in 10 expensive celebrity divorces. —Brett Johnson

10 Most Expensive Divorces for Black Celebrities

A look at the most costly divorces of the rich and famous

Divorces and separations are all too common in Hollywood. Here’s a breakdown of some of…

By Brett Johnson

Posted: July 25, 2011 Tags: Baby Phat, BET, Bob Johnson, celebrity, celebrity divorce, Christina Milian, Cris Judd, Diane Ritchie, divorce, divorce settlement, Djimon Honsou, Ebony, Eddie Murphy, Elin Nordegren, Elin Woods, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Johnson Publishing, Juanita Jordan, Kelis, Kim Kardashian, Kimora Lee Simmons, Kris Humphries, Lionel Ritchie, Marc Anthony, marriage finances, Michael Jordan, Nas, Nicole Murphy, RENE ELIZONDO, Robert Johnson, Russell Simmons, Shaquille O'neal, Shaunie O'Neal, Sheila Johnson, The-Dream, Tiger Woods

Give the People What They Want Not What You Want “[If] you go to GM and say, ‘What kind of car are you building?’ they’ll say, ‘We’re building a car that people want.’ But somehow you come to media and they say, ‘Oh, we’re not giving people what they want; the people are a bunch of idiots. How dare they ask for what they want?’ How could you possibly run an industry that’s motto is ‘We’re not giving the people what they want’? You have to look at [blogging] like any other business in which you want to be successful and profitable,” says Mwangaguhunga. “That means I’m going to look at my customers, find out what they want, find out what they like about this company and give them more of that. I’m also going to find out what they don’t like about this company and I’m going to give them less of that.”

MediaTakeOut’s 5 Gossip Blog Commandments

The controversial entrepreneur shares his five keys to success online that'll keep customers coming back

MediaTakeout founder Fred Mwangaguhunga shares insider tips on how to run a multi-million dollar blog…

By timmhotep aku

Posted: June 27, 2011 Tags: celebrity, Changing Lanes, Fred Mwangaguhunga, gossip blog, lawyer, MediaTakeout

Labor Day weekend is right aruond the corner, and the pressure is on to find a way to get in that last bit of summer fun and relaxation before cooler temperatures roll around. Black Enterprise's Golf & Tennis Challenge at the Doral Golf Resort & Spa in Miami is where you want to be September 1-5,2011. We'll give you three reasons: Sun, sports and the spa. And the bonus, being able to socialize with the smart and sexy people who know that this is one event that you don't want to miss! (Image: Thinkstock, Lonnie Major)

PHOTO GALLERY: BE Golf & Tennis Challenge–Why You Need to Be There!

Spa, sports, sun, fun: There's no better place to be this Labor Day than the BE Golf & Tennis Challenge in Miami. Here's why!

Labor Day weekend is right aruond the corner, and the pressure is on to find…

By Elayne Fluker

Posted: April 28, 2011 Tags: Big Daddy Kane, Black Enterprise Golf & Tennis Challenge, Blair Underwood, Boris Kodjoe, Cedric the Entertainer, celebrity, Doug E. Fresh, Hill Harper, Ne-Yo, out of office entertainment, Rev. Al Sharpton, spa, Sports

WATCH: Stepping Out of the Box with Gospel Superstars Mary Mary

Platinum music artists talk negotiating, money advice and going against the grain

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: March 28, 2011 Tags: celebrity, entertainment industry, Mary Mary, Music, music business, singers, Video