Comedienne/actress Monique won the SAG award for Best Supporting Actress. Last week, she won a Golden Globe in the same category. You know what this means. Oscar nomination here she comes! I’m very happy for Monique. I think it’s great to see her flourish in a whole new arena. It truly sets a precedent for other comedians.

Do you think Monique will be nominated for an Oscar?

Earlier today, I was reading a magazine interview with pop singer Rihanna. They asked her about the type of man she wanted and she said she wants a man that is not intimidated by her. I’m all for that. I mean, nothing is worse than a man-wimp but I hope she isn’t taking it too far.

According to current rumors, Rihanna may be dating another violent man. Lately, paparazzi have snapped pictures of her with LA Dodgers baller Matt Kemp. The athlete reportedly had a restraining order issued for him in 2008 by his ex-girlfriend, actress Felisha Terrell. He’s also been accused of fighting with a woman at a club. On one level, I do empathize with Rihanna since she did grow up with domestic violence. It’s hard to see another way to relate when that’s what you’re used to seeing but there is a staunch difference between confidence and violence. I really hope she realizes that.

Do you think Rihanna has learned from her past experience with violent men?