Time to Get your Glossitude On!
Jamati: Hello Layo, thanks for talking with us at Jamati. Tell us a little bit about your background. Where is home for you; Where did you grow up?
My name is Layo Gbadamosi, I’m 22, originally born in Ibadan Nigeria, where I was raised till my family moved to London at the age of 8. We spent three years there till we moved to New Jersey at the age of 11, went to the University of Maryland, College Park for my B.A. degree, and I currently reside in Maryland, but getting ready to move to New York to start law school at Fordham Law, and fashion school at Parsons the New School for Design.
Jamati: Where did the interest of designing spring from?
I always had my head in my books, but my heart in fashion since I was a little girl. I however did not quite figure out how to channel my passion till I was about 18 when I knew I would love to own a clothing line one day. Since then, my plans revolved around starting my line and developing my business, and that is exactly what I did in 2006 when I started Gloss. » Read more…
Delphine Diallo shares with Jamati
Earlier this month, we featured the talented Ms. Delphine Diallo and her amazing work of art. We finally caught up with Delphine in Paris and she let us into the creativity, inspirations and love surrounding her work. Here is what she had to say: » Read more…
Passport to Africa: Your Itinerary Awaits
Africa is a dynamic continent with diverse peoples, rhythms, vibrant activity, sensual spices and an immensely rich culture. IDOA Entertainment is dedicated to sharing and highlighting the best parts of Africa with the Diaspora and they have succeeded in providing this experience through their highly successful event ‘Passport To Africa‘! Passport To Africa is a week long journey through the things that make Africa special. One gets to experience the culture of various African countries through their food, art, poetry, fashion, and music. » Read more…
Delphine Diallo: Director – Art Director - Photographer – Video Editor
Delphine Diallo, is an artist born in Paris, to French and Senegalese parents. She graduated from the Académie Charpentier School of Visual Arts in 1999 and worked as a designer and animator for clients in the music and other industries. » Read more…
Nonnhle Thema- The African Ambassador
Sexy , smart and successful is one way to describe Ms. Nonhle. This 26 year old South African-born beauty is sure to turn heads wherever she goes. Nonhle is a television presenter for one of the most well know television channels in Africa , “Channel O, Africa”. She’s the host of a show called “O’Access“, an hour long intoxicating program filled with interviews from high profile celebrities from around the world. » Read more…
Loving You Is So Easy To Do - Hot Couples
Finding and keeping love is not the easiest task. It is even harder when you are a celebrity and have all eyes on your relationship. Have you checked the Hollywood divorce rate lately? And must I remind you of Eddie Murphy’s recent 14 day nuptials? When love is done right, it can be oh-so-sweet! These African celebrities found love either at home or across continents. They prove that love truly is blind and sees past color and culture.
Sexual Guru Angelique Shofar
Jamati Online had a chance to speak to sexual guru Angelique and here is what she had to say. » Read more…
Exclusive Interview With King of Bling Chris Aire
They call Chris Aire the ‘King of Bling’ with good reason. Chris dreams BIG! He saw how neglected the urban demographic was and designed styles that helped lead the urban jewelry market into a multibillion dollar industry. Chris keeps his collection fresh and exciting, and always a step or two ahead of the rest. He is responsible for key jewelry trends from his diamond dog tags that were worn in Bad Boys starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, tri-tags, and the oversized Aire traveler timepiece series. » Read more…
Liya Kebede in Cookie Magazine
It was such a pleasant surprise to see supermodel Liya Kebede on the cover of Cookie Magazine with her daughter Raee. » Read more…
Angel Does Movies
Miss Angel if you’re nasty said she wanted her name in Hollywood lights last year. Her name was already pretty well known since was the video It girl of 2007 but she was not satisfied. The girl’s got dreams….not Beyonce dreams as she told King Magazine but Jay-Z dreams.
Angel wrapped up a role as Big Kev’s (Wendy’s husband) mistress in the upcoming Wendy Williams movie. And in the independent movie Crazy Like A Fox Angel plays Angelique, a stunning 23 year old ex-model from Paris and her rich Middle-aged husband (played by David Twil from “Money Train” and “Spin City” alongside Michael J. Fox) hire a handsome African immigrant as chauffeur (played by Karibi Fubara star of “American Dream”.) Soon, passions ignite and emotions flare resulting in brutal murder in this classic suspense packed, erotic thriller sizzling with passion, seduction and greed. Enter relentless, N.Y.P.D. hard-nosed detective and the case cracks wide open, revealing shady pasts, greedy motives and diabolic intentions. » Read more…
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Nov. 3, 2008
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Nov. 1, 2008
Queendom - the fabulous five
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KINGS or QUEENS [GHANA or NAIJA] pt 2
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