Is Talent an Excuse for Bad Behavior?

Yeah, you smile with that puppy and hope that fixes your image.

As we all know all too well, back in 2009, Chris Brown assaulted his girlfriend and put a major halt on his career. Now, 2 years later, Rihanna has moved on… but Chris Brown has not.

Chris “beat her down” Brown made a huge mistake when he beat up Rihanna, not only professionally, but as a person. Now, two years later, Brown is not too thrilled that his “mishap” is still bringing him down. He claims he has made numerous public apologies, but still doesn’t feel like this “mishap” is going away. It should be noted, however, that throughout his so-called “apologies,” he blames other people for his negative image and failing career, never actually taking the blame himself. Whose fists were used in that fight, Chris? Just curious.

It’s a sad story. I mean, Chris Brown is incredibly talented. I even still find myself rocking out to Forever and No Air. But is his talent reason enough to not hold him accountable for what he did? Should we really be blamed for turning our backs on someone who did something so horrible just because he’s got a good voice and some sick dance moves?

The same question can be asked about John Galliano, head designer for Dior, who had a little (well, actually a freaking HUGE) “mishap” of his own. A video was leaked of Galliano being openly and aggressively anti-Semitic, which ultimately led to his dismissal from one of the most notable fashion houses in the world. His words offended many, including Natalie Portman who spoke out against him.

But surprisingly, people are taking his side, claiming “he was being theatrical” and that the hateful rant should not lead to the dismissal of such a talented visionary. Read More »


Chris Brown is on Team Tiger

There are so many things you can do to brighten your public image as a celebrity: volunteer work; stay out of the tabloids; or maybe (for the benefit of society) just staying out of the public eye for a while, laying low, keeping to yourself.  None of which Chris Breezy is doing, and homeboy could use all the help he can get in improving his image.

Instead, Chris has decided to defend dog of all dogs, Tiger Woods.  In an interview with the Mojo in the Morning show in Detroit (people still want to talk to this kid!?), Brown states:

“I think people always deserve a second chance, whatever [Tiger’s] personal life is — and I think this goes for me and him — his personal life is his personal life. Nobody has the right to place judgment or make any judgment on somebody else’s personal life when they’re not directly involved with them.” Read More »


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Chris Brown is really gonna open up now.

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