Tuesday, December 25, 2012

FANS are flocking on Christmas Day to see QUENTIN TARANTINO's DJANGO Unchained starring JAMIE FOXX, CHRISTOPH WALTZ, LEONARDO DiCAPRIO, KERRY WASHINGTON, and SAMUEL JACKSON produced by REGINALD HUDLIN covered by ESPN's Kingi Knox

DJANGO Unchained is a western film that is directed by QUENTIN TARANTINO and produced by REGINALD HUDLIN. The film stars JAMIE FOXX, CHRISTOPH WALTZ, LEONARDO DiCAPRIO, KERRY WASHINGTON, and SAMUEL JACKSON.

The film is set in the deep south, where the film follows Django (FOXX), a freed slave who treks across America with Dr. King Schultz (WALTZ) a bounty hunter.

I had a chance to meet and talk with Samuel Jackson at the New Orleans HORNET's game.  We discussed his upcoming movie and he expressed that he was impressed with my media history of working on Speedy's Comedy Comedy corner for Jamie Foxx FOXXHOLE.  Samuel was in New Orleans working on the movie titled "Meeting Evil", also starring Luke Wilson.  Samuel was very down to earth as he passed through the floor and some Hornets fans got a chance to speak to him in person as they were excited by his responsive greeting.  I told Samuel that he is VERY HANDSOME in person as he rocked a casual look at the game.

Reginald Hudlin is my FACEBOOK Friend. And that is something to brag about? lol.  No, it is not something to brag about.  I was surprised by our Facebook friendship.  I sent him a birthday greeting (not expecting a response).  Reginald responded "thanks Kingi!".  Wow, I was taken back.  I took the opportunity to let him know that Boomerang and House Party starring Kid N' Play, Full Force, Tisha Campbell, Robin Harris, and Martin are part of my favorite movies collection.  Reginald is a very attractive man that surprised me with his kindness and humility.

Jamie has been making his rounds promoting Django Unchained.  I was able to watch Jamie Foxx on the show Ellen DeGeneres talk show as he shared with his FANS that he rode his own horse in Django Unchained.  Jamie interview was very funny as he shared his growth...from not being a confident horse rider to the experienced horse rider you will see in Django Unchained.  Jamie interview was very animated as he made horse noises telling a very funny story about overcoming his fears riding his horse in Django Unchained.


JAMIE FOXX fans support 
DJANGO UNCHAINED!!!

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Tuesday, November 6, 2012

US Fans came together to VOTE and re-elect President BARACK OBAMA for four more years covered by Kingi Knox

US Fans came together to...
 VOTE and re-elect President BARACK OBAMA!!!  

The morning after the election was beautiful with a nice sunrise in California.  What was more beautiful was to be greeted by the SPIRIT of CALIFORNIA representing different faces and different cultures.  Luis Martinez, who is a Latino, asked, "Did Obama win?  I feel asleep last night".  Will Jones who is a Caucasian man immediately answered. "YES...yes...Yes!".  Immediately, there were screams on the streets.  Throughout the streets of Los Angeles, I watched the smiles and hearing the voice of happiness to be a huge part of a historical moment to re-elect President Barack Obama.

Team OBAMA congratulations on your hard work and ALL voters congratulations on making your voice count.  Now, lets all MOVE FORWARD for a BETTER AMERICA!


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Saturday, November 3, 2012

Check out GRAMBLING FANS on why they are VOTING November 6, 2012 and meet The GREATEST Fan of Grambling State University


Check out GRAMBLING FANS on why they are VOTING November 6, 2012 and meet...
The GREATEST Fan of 
Grambling State University

Director:  Michael Brown

Editor: Ashley Johnson
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZuXxAhvPP8




Grambling State University homecoming victory was celebrated with GRAMFAM consisting of alumni, students, staff, friends, and FANS!!!!  Kingi Knox was on hand hosting The GREATEST Fan of Grambling throughout Grambling game as the G-Men played a victorious game of 22 to 7 against Virginia University of Lynchburg.

Kingi Knox interviewed several fans and auxiliaries for television about what they love about Grambling State University and why they are going to vote on November 6th.

Kingi Knox has hosted The GREATEST Fan at hot VIP events across the country at Essence Music Festival, MTV VMAs, BET Awards, Bayou Classic, Tyler Perry Studios, SWAC football classics, Super Bowl, and much more covering hot celebrities like Charlie Wilson, Laz Alonso, The Braxtons, President Barack Obama Senior Advisor’s Valerie Jarrett, Basketball Wives (Tami, Shaunie, and Evelyn) , Tyrese, NFL Saint’s Marques Colston,  Full Force (Paul Anthony and Bowlegged Lou), Chris Brown, Pebbles, Anthony Hamilton, Gabourey Sidibe, Kid of Kid N’ Play, Marvin Sapp, Matthew Knowles, Q. Parker of 112, Cynthia Bailey of the Real Houswives of Atlanta,  Steve Perry, Boyz II Men, Marlon Wayans, and countless GREAT celebrities.

Now, check out some of the highlights from the GRAMFans at Grambling State University homecoming:
Interviewee- Tyrus Carter

Kingi Knox:"Why are you The GREATEST FAN?"
TC: "I'm the real Gramblinite out here, you see this, (points to World Fame Marching Band) this is Grambling"
Kingi Knox: "Why are you going to vote?"
TC: You cnt' complain if you don't vote. 

Interviewee-Misty Powell

Kingi Knox: "Why are you the GREATEST Fan of Grambling State University?"
MP: "It's my Alma Mater, it's what you make of it, so make the best of it."
Kingi Knox: "Why are you going to vote?"
MP: It is so important to vote, your vote makes the difference, everything that goes on politically, everything that goes on financially, go vote do it now!"


Interviewee: Stevea Larry

Kingi Knox: "Why are you The GREATEST Fan?"
SL: "Nobody win or lose, I support my Gram Gam."
Kingi Knox:"Why are you going to vote?"
SL: "I'm voting so that I will be able to stay in college, be able to provide for my family."

Interviewee: Melisa Jones

Kingi Knox: "Why are you The GREATEST Fan?"
MJ: "I think I'm The GREATEST FAn because I support my team no matter what and I support my school no matter what. It's been times where they've tried to shut down Grambling and I sill maintain." 
Kingi Knox: "What's your motivation behing fighting for or country?"
MJ: "The simple fact that we want to make this the safest place possible."
Kingi Knox: "Why are you going to vote?"
MJ: "I'm going to vote because I believe that my vote counts."

Interviewee: Yusuf Anderson 

Kingi Knox:"Why are you The GREATEST Fan of Grambling?"
YA:"Because this is The GREATEST place to be."
Kingi Knox:"Why are you going to vote?"
YA: "I'm a fan of his 5-care plan."


Misty Powell, from Houston, Texas was chosen as The GREATEST Fan of Grambling State University!!!

Kingi Knox thanks the Gramblinite, Dr. Pogue, Dr. Caldwell, Santoria Black, Coach Pontond, Eddie Robinson, Jr., Doug Williams, and the fans of GRAMBLING for their support with The GREATEST Fan.

Written by:  Ariel Bettis and Kingi Knox

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

DJ KHALED hosts OFFICIAL KICKOFF PARTY for SWAC's Magic City Classic & ESPN's Kingi Knox interviews hot celebs at SWAC!

DJ KHALED hosts OFFICIAL KICKOFF PARTY for



SWAC's MAGIC CITY CLASSIC in Birmingham!!!

Celebrity interviews hosted by ESPN's Kingi Knox with The GREATEST Fan of SWAC!

Listen to great interview at 
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

In the picture above...I interviewed Lady Jade for K104 pays your bills radio and classic game day promo with Deedyat the Southwest Airlines State Fair Classic.  K104 paid bills for Grambling State University fans and Praire View A&M University fans...it was GREAT!!!

I also interviewed Sean Andre and KJ from Smooth R&B for the Pick-A-Purse radio and classic game promo.  The Pick-A-Purse campaign was HUGE with PV and GSU fans!

The high school students competed in the boys & girls MARINES chin up challenge.  Alexis and Austin were the winners.  There were greaaat!!!  I only lasted 10 seconds on the chin up bar.

FANS got to see their name in bright lights with the FARMER's INSURANCE "SHOUT OUT" challenge with their holla and a message.

The fan favorite was BAILEY's FURNITURE KISS KAM as a couple of over 20 years won a Entertainment Media center from Bailey's.

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES STATE FAIR CLASSIC  was sponsored by:
ALW ENTERTAINMENT
FARMER'S INSURANCE
McDONALD'S
MARINES
BUD LIGHT
COCA COLA
CITY of DALLAS

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Monday, September 17, 2012

A month after Sparkle's movie opening, WHITNEY HOUSTON fans are still SPARKLED!!! Enjoy our blog interview with Whitney's cousin DeAnna Warrick covered by Kingi Knox


I am privileged and honored to interview WHITNEY HOUSTON cousin and my friend, about attending the premiere at Sparkle.

I will lead in a Question & Answer with DEANNA WARRICK, who is Whitney Houston's cousin.


QUESTION. 
This has been an a devasting year...losing your cousin in February 
and your son in August the month of your cousins premiere.   
How are you doing?  
ANSWER. 
I'm as well as anybody who has lost a child can be. Some days 
are harder than others, but as time goes by I'm sure it will get 
better.
QUESTION.
Your son of 24 years old died so young after being in a coma for 
over 2 month.  What was the cause? 
ANSWER.  
We still don't have the answer to that question, we may never 
know.
QUESTION. 
To go to Sparkle premiere weeks after losing your son, what 
inspired you to watch the movie.  
ANSWER.
It's family and we support family no matter what. it was actually 
comforting being among friends and family. When I'm alone I'm 
left with my thoughts so it was a great night to get out I really 
needed it.
QUESTION. 
How did it feel to see Whitney on screen? 
ANSWER.  
It felt really good seeing her again she was a great actress.
QUESTION. 
What was your favorite scene in Sparkle? 
ANSWER.  
My favorite scene was when Sister invited Satin over for dinner. 
I loved Whitney in that scene, and the way she looked at Satin was 
so funny lol. She looked like she could see right through him. I could 
see her mother (Cissy Houston, and Aunt Lee Warrick) all in her face. 
LOL. If they thought you were up to no good, believe me you would know it.    
QUESTION.
What celebrities did you see at Sparkle that genuinely supported Whitney 
as well as the movie? 
ANSWER. 
Oh honey! Black Hollywood was in the house. From Cicely Tyson 
( who never ages she looked great) to Flex Alexander and Shanice Wilson, 
Niecy Nash to many to name. I was so happy to see so many come out 
and support.
QUESTION. 
How is the family doing? 
ANSWER. 
We are taking it day by day. We have our good days and bad days. All we 
can do is keep going. We have our family that's still here with us to take 
care of.  Yes, we are going to miss them everyday we will never forget them.
QUESTION. 
I had the privilege to meet Dionne Warrick, when you invited me over to her house 
for Thanksgiving.  How is she doing? 
ANSWER.  
Shes doing great, she is entering into her 50th year in the business.
Earlier this year she was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. She has a 
celebratory 50th anniversary album coming out Oct 22, 2012 look out for that. 
Shes also, starting a world tour so she doing great. 
QUESTION. 
So many talented family members in the Warrick and Houston family, will the FANS 
be blessed with a Whitney Houston tribute from the family? 
ANSWER.  
I haven't heard anything.
QUESTION
What would you want WHITNEY HOUSTON fans to know about your cousin in your 
own words? 
ANSWER
She was a kind and generous person. She was a family oriented person, and 
she was always laughing and smiling. Her legacy and great personality will surely 
live on.

Thursday, September 6, 2012

President BARACK OBAMA accepts DNC nomination covered by Kingi Knox


President Barack Obama
speech was at the 2012 DNC was GREAT...you know that!  I love the opening...President Barack Obama shaking the hands of the workers as he walks on the stage to speak to Americans.  I love watching the smiles on the faces of so many colors of admiration and respect (priceless).  The FANS at the DNC represented a voice as they clapped with loud applauds and chanted "4 MORE YEARS!!!!".  I love his speech that we need to work together to move FORWARD.  So, Americans when you go to VOTE...you have a CHOICE...A CHOICE TO CREATE MORE JOBS IN AMERICA...A CHOICE FOR A BETTER FUTURE.  Choose the RIGHT CHOICE for a better YOU...vote BARACK OBAMA!!!

First Lady MICHELLE OBAMA
looks beautiful at the DNC...I love her hair and I love her heart.!  Her speech is empowering and beautiful as she states WE ALL WORK TOGETHER TO BUILD OUR COUNTRY AND MAKE OUR VOTE COUNT for a better future.

Vice President JOE BIDEN
gave a GREAT speech at the DNC that Americans need a FAIR shot for a better life.  I love his compassion fo SAVING the automobile industry, which will SAVE jobs and SAVE our economy.  Jill Biden gave a GREAT speech and she looked GREAT also.  Vice President Biden support for President Barack rocks as he expressed to the world about our President's courage to protect us!

President BILL CLINTON
speech was GREAT...he looked GREAT...his support for education is GREAT!  "Shared opportunities...shared responsibilities...shared prosperity", words to live by from President Clinton.  I love our country!  The red, white, and blue make up so many BEAUTIFUL colors...I see myself in all of YOU!  President Clinton gave a GREAT heartfelt speech with genuine love and support...I could feel it!  President Clinton also challenged Americans to do your arithmetic when making your decision who you want to be your president.  Do the math with productivity with the Democrats...then you do the math with productivity with the Republicans.  Chelsea Clinton is so beautiful...she exudes beauty, strength, and humility.  God Bless America!

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Sunday, August 26, 2012

4 years ago SPEEDY’s Comedy Corner on Jamie Foxx FOXXHOLE covered the historical breaking news when PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA covered by Kingi Knox


4 years ago SPEEDY’s Comedy Corner on Jamie Foxx FOXXHOLE covered the historical breaking news when PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA was announced as the DNC nominee hosted by Comedian Speedy with Kingi Knox, Clayton Thomas, Tanjareen Martin, Donald Lacey, Justin Jones, and Corey Holcomb produced by Johnny Mack and YouTube video produced by Terrance at Terrancelj1

LAUGH AND VOTE!!!


Tuesday, August 7, 2012

JENIFER LEWIS is getting GREAT FAN buzz with her 1 woman shows on Broadway! Read below from Jenifer to her fans covered by Kingi Knox



JENIFER LEWIS who is beautiful, talented, personable, fashionable, down-to-earth...I met Jenifer Lewis at the premiere of BET's The GAME. I gave no introductions (because it wasn't important). I said, "Jenifer what's up? When are we going to see you have your own show? I have been waiting for you to have your own show!  She replied, "Girl, I am working on it.  I gave her my card and walked away."

Everything I have seen Jenifer in has had me in pain from gut buster laughter. I am laughing now reminiscing on her scenes in Tyler Perry's Madea's Family Reunion, Juwanna Man, Poetic Justice, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, What's Love Got to Do With It, A Different World, The Brothers, just to name a few. She is always leaving me wanting more.  I guess when I saw her I took my personal frustration out on her.  

Well, I am happy to share to Jenifer (one N) Lewis fans that I received the most beautiful surprise in me email inbox.  

Jenifer Lewis emailed me information on her latest project.  I am so excited to share with Jenifer Lewis fans her recent success on Broadway and her sincere appreciation to her fans.  She is doing her thang with her 1 woman shows on Broadway!  Geaux Jenifer Lewis!


From JENIFER LEWIS to her GREATEST Fans!!!

From Don't Tell Mama in 1982 to Club 54Below in 2012, I want to thank all of you for your support over the years leading up to the success with the shows recently in NYC and LA.
This show was the culmination of years of blood, sweat, tears and black not crackin'.  I came away from the weekend with just one word on my lips - TRIUMPHANT! Of course, with great humility.  

Here's the review from the New York Timeshttp://tinyurl.com/d2gxcsa, which put the icing on the cake. 

To view a video excerpt of the show on Broadway.com visit
http://tinyurl.com/c7zuxug

Very special thanks to the people who survived:
Mark Alton Brown, Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Iona Morris, Katreese Barnes, Julia Walker, Jon Imparato, Matt Walker, DJ Pierce, Lance Williams, to my sweet daughter Charmaine and my love, Arnold Byrd.

LOVE Y'ALL!
Jenifer

Friday, June 29, 2012

Essence Music Festival 2012: Friday Night new Block Party Lineup with Doug E. Fresh, Beverly Bond, Kourtney Heart, and DJ Vince covered by Kingi Knox



FRIDAY- July 6, 2012
Block Party
Doug E. Fresh
Beverly Bond
Kourtney Heart
Dj Vince

I hope to you see at Essence.

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Essence Music Festival 2012: Saturday Night new Block Party Lineup with MC Lyte, Doug E. Fresh, F. Dee-1, and DJ Vince covered by Kingi Knox



SATURDAY- July 7, 2012
Block Party
Doug E. Fresh
MC Lyte
Dee-1
DJ Vince

I hope to you see at Essence.

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Essence Music Festival 2012: Sunday Night new Block Party Lineup with Spinderella, Doug E. Fresh, F. Stokes, and DJ Vince covered by Kingi Knox



SUNDAY- July 8, 2012
Block Party
Doug E. Fresh
Spinderella
F. Stokes
DJ Vince
I hope to you see at Essence.

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Friday, June 22, 2012

Essence Music Festival 2012: Friday Day Empowerment Seminars with LisaRaye McCoy, Trina & Tamar Braxton, Cynthia Bailey, Malorie Bailey-Massey, Terrence J, and much more covered by Kingi Knox



FRIDAY- July 6, 2012
Day Seminar Speakers 

Families in the Name of Love
Trina & Tamar Braxton
Mary Mary
Cynthia Bailey
Malorie Bailey-Massey
A Candid Conversation
Vanessa & Helen Williams
Fredricka Whitfield
Finding Love at Any Age
Shirley Strawberry
LisaRaye McCoy
Denise Vasi
Alice Randall
Rooted in the Love of Fatherhood
Kobie Brown
Ronald Mason Jr.
What Men Want
Terrence J
Devin Thomas
DB Woodside
Terrell Tillford



I hope to you see at Essence.

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