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Olivia Longott proved that her artistic integrity and vision is more important than a quick payday on " Love & Hip Hop " by turning down a three record deal with EMI.

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's flagship program deals with assisting homeless individuals looking to transition to a better quality of life.

Last night, MTV2 debuted its first annual Sucker Free Awards . Taped in November at Sunday night hot spot LIV Fountainbleau Miami Beach, the 7-category award show's party atmosphere was hosted by MTV's Sway Calloway and featured interview packages of and appearances and performances by most of today's hot hip hop artists.

Picture: Erick Sermon of EPMD Rakim, EPMD and FunkMaster Flex Salute to Hip-Hop Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Rakim's Iconic Album Paid in Full at Central Park SummerStage New York City, USA .... Legendary hip-hop star Erick Sermon is planning to lose weight and get healthy after he was struck down by a heart attack last week .