80′s Child Actors Malcolm Jamal Warner and Regina King

Exclusive - Regina King Takes a Stroll with her Son and BoyfriendHow many of you remember the 80′s sitcoms, 227 and The Cosby Show? Now, how many of you remember Regina King who played Brenda on 227 and Malcolm-Jamal Warner who played Theo on the very popular, long-lived series, The Cosby Show? I was pleasantly surprised to hear that these 2 have formed their own cute little modern family.

Athough they have been trying to keep their relationship under wraps for quite a while, the two have been spotted in Hollywood, California wining and dining. It has also been rumored that Regina and her son have moved in with Warner. King and Warner have been friends for many years, but they only recently began dating. King, however, says that timing is everyting.

“I believe the universe has a plan, and we probably wouldn’t have been ready years ago,” the actress explained. “we both had to do whatever we had to do to be ready for each other now.”

Recently, there were rumors that the pair split but Regina confirmed via Twitter that there is absolutely no truth to those rumors.

King went through a nasty split in 2006, when she and ex-husband Ian Alexander, Sr. decided to divorce after nine years of marriage.

Hopefully, this will be a beautiful, fresh start for both Regina and Malcolm and Today’s Modern Family wishes them the best of luck!

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Celebrity Modern Dad Hot List

TMF decided to scour the net for some of today’s hottest celebrity modern dads. Michael Strahan, because of his captivating personality and his gorgeous body doesn’t hurt either, is at the top of our list. Will Smith’s funny personality and commitment to his children and wife makes him sexy to TMF and Brad Pitt is also an adoring father to 3 adopted children and 3 biological children.  Check out the others below.

Who’s on your celebrity modern dad hot list? Let us know in the comment section.

Michael Strahan is a former NFL player, co-host of Live with Kelly and Michael and engaged to Nicole Murhphy (ex-wife of actor Eddie Murphy) and together they have 9 children!

Michael Strahan is a former NFL player, co-host of Live with Kelly and Michael and engaged to Nicole Murhphy (ex-wife of actor Eddie Murphy) and together they have 9 children!

 

Brad Pitt is a modern family dad of 3 biological children and 3 adopted children with his wife, actress, Angelina Jolie-Pitt.

Brad Pitt is a modern family dad of 3 biological children and 3 adopted children with his wife, actress, Angelina Jolie-Pitt.

 

Tom Brad is a quarterback for the New England Patriots with 2 children by his wife and supermodel, Gisele and one with his ex, Bridget Moynahan.

Tom Brady is a quarterback for the New England Patriots with 2 children by his wife and supermodel, Gisele and one with his ex, Bridget Moynahan.

 

The ulitmate funny man is sexy because he keeps us laughing and is not afraid to shout how much he adores his wife, Jada Pinkett-Smith. He has 2 children with her and one with ex-wife, Sheree Fletcher.

The ulitmate funny man is sexy because he keeps us laughing and is not afraid to shout how much he adores his wife, Jada Pinkett-Smith. He has 2 children with her and one with ex-wife, Sheree Fletcher.

 

Oliver Martinez is a french actor with a sexy accent, who is engaged to oscar winning actress, Halle Berry and has already stolen the heart of her daughter, Nahla.

Oliver Martinez is a french actor with a sexy accent, who is engaged to oscar winning actress, Halle Berry and has already stolen the heart of her daughter, Nahla.

 

Donald Faison is an actor with four children from previous relationships and one of the way with his wife, CaCee Cobb (BFF of songstress, Jessica Simpson).

Donald Faison is an actor with four children from previous relationships and one of the way with his wife, CaCee Cobb (BFF of songstress, Jessica Simpson).

 

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Denise Richards Caring for Brooke Mueller and Charlie Sheen’s Twins

As rep0rted on Eonline.com, two very famous women who both happen to be ex-wives of Charlie Sheen are making the headlines.  Brooke Mueller has entrusted Denise Richards to care for her and Charlie Sheen’s twin boys while she continues to get well in rehab.  This story in and of itself is proof that stepfamilies can get past the issues if both parties agree to not allow the issues to get in the way of what is best for the children.  TMF gives big kudos to Denise Richards for stepping up the plate for these two boys when their parents obviously aren’t able.  The story, as published on Eonline.com is below in its entirety.

Brooke Mueller may be in rehab again, but her twin boys with Charlie Sheen are safe and sound. Sources confirm that Bob and Max are currently staying with Sheen’s ex-wife Denise Richards. Mueller reached out to Richards for help while Sheen is tied up working on his FX series, Anger Management, according to the sources. “This isn’t the first time the boys have stayed with Denise for a length of time,” one source said.

No word on how long Richards is expected to care for them, but no matter. “Denise would do anything for those kids,” the source said. Mueller’s attorney told E! News earlier today that she entered rehab for addiction issues related to her use of Adderall.

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Halle Berry’s Ex and Fiance Hospitalized in Thanksgiving Brawl

As we all know, the holidays can be stressful for nuclear families, but they can be disastrous for stepfamilies.  OMG on Yahoo is reporting that Halle Berry’s current fiance and ex-fiance both ended up hospitalized over the holiday, not to mention, her ex ended up in jail.  See the full story below.  Needless to say, we here at TMF wish them well and hope that the parties can work this out, especially for the sake of their daughter, Nahla.

Article as reported on OMG/Yahoo:

It’s probably safe to assume that Halle Berry’s ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry and current fiance Olivier Martinez are not thankful for each other this Thanksgiving. The two men had to be hospitalized after they got into an all-out brawl this morning at the Oscar winner’s Los Angeles home, reports TMZ. According to the site, it all began when Aubry dropped off his 4-year-old daughter with Berry, Nahla, back at her mother’s home. Once inside, Martinez approached the model and said, “We have to move on,” in reference to the battle between Berry and Aubry over Berry moving Nahla to France (a judge recently denied her request) – and that’s when Aubry lost it.

TMZ reports that Aubry, 36, swung at Martinez’s face, but he blocked it and was instead struck on the shoulder. Then Aubry pushed the actor to the ground, and that’s when Martinez punched him in the face. After wrestling on the ground, Martinez, 46, was able to pin Aubry to the ground and made a “citizen’s arrest” for assault.

Aubry was eventually booked for “a private persons arrest for battery,” according to the LAPD and his bond was set for $20,000. The former Versace model bonded out of jail about an hour later.

According to TMZ, before he was arrested, Aubry was taken to a hospital for a broken rib, contusions to his face, and possibly a head injury. A short time later, Martinez was taken to the same hospital with a neck injury and possibly a broken hand.

As a result, a judge has issued an emergency protective order mandating that Aubry stay at least 100 yards away from Berry, Martinez, and Nahla, reports TMZ.

Just a day before the Thanksgiving Day brawl, the group all attended the same holiday party at a home in Beverly Hills, where Berry reportedly “handed off” Nahla to her father. That night, Aubry and his daughter were spotted at The Grove where they saw a movie together.

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Co-Parenting Celebs!

With all the split-ups and divorces we see splashed as breaking news across our televisions stations and while most exes in Hollywood cant seem to stop attacking one another, it is so nice to hear when those who can actually put aside all the glitz, glamour and definitely drama to dedicate themselves to effective co-parenting.  Earlier this year we posted about the divorce between Peter Facinelli and Jenny Garth (insert sad face here as I was completely bummed about this divorce) but it is so nice to see that they are making it a point to co-parent without all the drama.

According to Yahoo.com’s OMG site today, that even though their split is still pretty recent, they both were on the sidelines at their 6-year old daughter Fiona’s soccer game over the weekend in Los Angeles and made time to talk to one another.  Facinelli told People Magazine earlier this year that “co-parenting takes two great parents to put their differences aside and focus on the children and that’s what I’ve been doing.“  Garth also made mention that even though the she and Peter are no longer together, “they are great parents together.”

According to OMG, surprisingly, they weren’t the only celeb exes spotted hanging on the sidelines of a soccer field! Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe, whose divorce was finalized in 2008, watched their 9-year-old son Deacon dribble his heart out at his game in Brentwood over the weekend. While Witherspoon, 36, once called her divorce “very traumatic,” there’s obviously been a lot of water under the bridge since then. Perhaps helping bring the exes together is Witherspoon’s new husband, talent agent Jim Toth, who appeared to get along well with Phillippe, 38, greeting him right away with a handshake. Phillippe stood next to Toth throughout the game with the whole group smiling, laughing, and clearly able to put the past behind them.

Peace & Blessings,
Diane

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Tom Cruise & Katie Holmes Call It Quits!

Unfortunately, one of our favorite Hollywood couples is divorcing.  People magazine reported that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes are divorcing after five years of marriage.  According to the actress’ attorney Jonathan Wolfe, “This is a personal and private matter for Katie and her family. Katie’s primary concern remains, as it always has been, her daughter’s best interest.”  Soon after Holmes’ announcement, Cruise released his own statement on the split. “Kate has filed for divorce and Tom is deeply saddened and is concentrating on his three children,” his rep told People. “Please allow them their privacy to work this out.”  Holmes filed in New York on Thursday, and according to TMZ, she is seeking sole custody and “primary residency custody” of Suri, 6, as well as a “suitable amount” of child support.   This is unfortunate news as the Cruise family was one of Today’s Modern Families favorite Hollywood blended families.  It seems Hollywood as of late has had an unfair share of divorces.  Being in an everyday (re)marriage is tough and takes work, I can only image that adding all of the pressures of Hollywood makes it even harder.  We wish the Cruise family well.

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Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli Ending Their 11-Year Marriage

I have to say that I was saddened by the news that former 90210 star Jennie Garth and Twilight star Peter Facinelli are ending their 11 year marriage.  By Hollywood standards, this was a long marriage and it’s always sad to see it happen especially when children are involved.  According to the L.A. Times blog, The Envelope, Peter Facinelli plays vampire Carlisle Cullen in “The Twilight Saga,” but sadly his marriage to “90210″ actress Jennie Garth isn’t similarly immortal.

The star couple announced Tuesday that their 11-year marriage has ended.

“While we have decided to end our marriage, we both share the same deep love and devotion to our children,” Facinelli and Garth told Us Weekly. “We remain dedicated to raising our beautiful daughters together. We ask for privacy and respect during this time.”

They share three girls: Luca, 14, Lola, 9, and 5-year-old Fiona. The news comes on the heels of Facinelli’s Monday appearance on “The Hunger Games” red carpet with his eldest.

Facinelli will enjoy an anonymous summer before promoting the final “Twilight” installment, “Breaking Dawn — Part 2.” Garth is committed to a charitable outreach for children’s literacy, a book reading with Cheerio’s Spoonful of Stories, slated for mid-March.

While the news may come as a surprise to some, reports as early as last July had the pair on the rocks, living apart and trying to work out their differences.

 

This article can be read in its entirety at :  http://latimesblogs.latimes.com

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Hollywood = Splitsville?

There’s no hiding the fact that it seems like every time we  turn around we are hearing about another Hollywood couple splitting.  Unfortunately, in late 2011, we heard about the break up of Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher.  This was particularly a disappointment for me because I found them to be one of of the coolest “blended family” marriages out there.  I loved they way they were able to incorporate such a great co-parenting relationship with Bruce Willis.  I’m sure you all have heard the rumors but supposedly, Demi and Ashton’s ”open marriage” arrangement ended up going sour.

Now, this week, we hear that it is splitsville for Russell Brand and Katy Perry.  When I initially heard this, my first response was “Darn it!”  I happen to adore this couple.  However, according to Mail Online, sources close to the couple have said the couple are splitting due to Katy’s desire to put her career before having children.  Being this is a personal choice, I will say I will remain mum on the subject because, at least, they didn’t have children and then decided to divorce.

As I like to say, choice, especially in our relationships is one of the key components to making any relationship last.  If we cannot see the difference between our choices, whether good or bad, it will produce a consequence.  Unfortunately, in these two marriages, in my opinion, the stress of Hollywood made for some choices that weren’t too cohesive to their marital units.

Have a great 2012!

Diane

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RHOBH Russell Armstrong Commits Suicide!

I am so very sad to be reporting the tragic death of Real Housewives of Beverly Hill’s Taylor Armstrong’s husband, Russell Armstrong. He was found dead at a friend’s house on Monday night after apparently hanging himself. He did not leave a note, but there have been rumors  that his strained marriage to Taylor and financial downfall may have had something to do with him taking his own life. Russell’s ex-wife, Barbara Fredrickson, with whom he shares a 14 year old son, blames Taylor for his death.

“She drove him into financial stress and it just ruined him. Now Aiden [their 14 year old son] must continue his life without his father,” said Fredrickson.

As of today, Taylor had  not revealed the devistating news to the 5 year old daughter that she shared with Russell. The TMF family sends prayers and hugs to Taylor, Kennedy, Barbara, Aiden and any other relative or friend who has been affected by this tragic loss. May God be with you during your time of mourning and need.

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Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony Split

After 7 years of marriage, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony have decided to call it quits. We are really upset by this because they seemed so solid. Our prayer is that they are able to work it out amicably for the sake of their beautiful twins, Max and Emme.

Lopez and Anthony released the following joint statement regarding their spit:

“We have decided to end our marriage. This was a very difficult decision. We have come to an amicable conclusion on all matters. It is a painful time for all involved, and we appreciate the respect of our privacy at this time.”

Jennifer and Marc, you and your family are in our prayers. As business partners and co-parents we hope that this situation remains an amicable one.

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