Mediatakeout.Com's Most Popular Celebrities of 2009

Regular readers of urban gossip site, Mediatakeout.com are treated to lots of juicy information about black celebrities and other famous people of color. And very often, the website provides news stories about those in the black community who would ordinarily go overlooked by mainstream news sources. Not everything on the site can be believed. (But what gossip blogs can?) The website also keeps a steady stream of visitors who love reading about the steamy affairs of B and C-list strippers, models, and reality show stars. But you will find that Mediatakeout seems to highlight a select group of urban celebrities on a consistent basis. For 2009, here were the top ten most popular black celebrities to be featured on the website.

Kanye West

Rap mogul, Kanye West just couldn't seem to stay out of the gossip headlines in 2009. Whether he was interrupting VMA speeches, teaming up with an artist for another hit song, or simply hanging out with Amber Rose, Kanye was a constant hot topic on Mediatakeout.com.

Kimora Lee Simmons

This fabulous mommy mogul is also a staple on this popular urban website. In 2009, people were most interested in her blossoming romance with actor Djimon Hounsou. Were they married, or weren't they? It didn't really matter-especially when baby Kenzo Lee came along. Now, the new family is featured more than ever on Mediatakeout.com.

Halle Berry

Halle Berry appears to be the darling of this website. There are very few negative stories run about this actress and former model. Highlights featuring Halle also include her romance with Calvin Klein model Gabriel Aubrey, and their daughter Nahla. In any event, Halle is almost always referred to as an "ageless beauty."

T.I. (and fiancée, Tiny)

Rapper T.I. made headlines frequently throughout 2009. Most prevalent, however were the stories referencing his impending jail time-and his marital status. Fiancée Tameka "Tiny" Cottle also adorned several pages on Mediatakeout.com, especially since her BET reality show, "Tiny and Toya", was a huge hit.

Oprah Winfrey

There can be no urban blog that doesn't mention the endless endeavors of "O." Yes, Oprah Winfrey will always be a headline maker, no matter what she does. Her endless stream of famous guests and philanthropic efforts are cause for constant online buzz.

Lil' Wayne

This tattooed and bejeweled young rapper has probably had his name plastered across Mediatakeout headlines more times than one can count. This is perhaps because he seems to be expecting a new child every month. This urban website makes sure to capture all the juicy details of the successful rapper's existence.

Gabrielle Union

Gabby, oh Gabby...Stories around the web were not all pleasant about Gabrielle Union in 2009. But Mediatakeout seems to have a fondness for this girl next door. The actress is frequently featured in tasteful modeling spreads or out on the town with her famous girlfriends. And when she's not doing that, she's coupled up with a certain basketball player.

Diddy

What would gossip blogs be without stories about the infamous Diddy? His penchant for staying in the mix has certainly not gone unnoticed. This urban website has had lots of fun poking around in Diddy's private life. His steady stream of romances and dalliances make for constant fodder. But he is also often shown parenting his brood of five (make that six, if you count "stepson" Quincy.)

Tyra Banks

The modeling mogul and fashionista continued to stay relevant in 2009. Mediatakeout tried their best to dig up succulent tidbits on Tyra Banks' private life. But somehow the only things they were able to come up with were tasty modeling shots, and blurbs about her popular talk show.

President Barack Obama

There was no way Mediatakeout.com wouldn't follow the progress of the nation's first black President of the United States. In addition to trailing Barack Obama and his family around the world, the site also featured several stories about his policies and programs. And if you were reading carefully, you'd find that 2009 also presented quite a bit of coverage about how the world was adjusting to the new Administration.

SOURCES:

www.mediatakeout.com
www.cnn.com
www.msnbc.com