kanye west

Rihanna Sings For Kanye

She’s been spotted taking in the latest styles at the Chanel and Sonia Rykiel shows, and at a Friday night party, Rihanna hit the stage as Paris Fashion Week comes to a close.

The Barbados babe treated an A-list audience to “a 20-minute set at the showcase of crystal jeweler Swarovski’s new collection,” a source tells.

Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen Visit Chanel Show

Carrying on the fabulousness of Paris Fashion week, Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel autumn/winter show was one breathtaking look after another.

And stars like Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, Rihanna, Kanye West, and Claudia Schiffer were all clamoring to catch a glimpse of the designer’s latest work.

Kanye West’s Tribute to Mama

Last night was a bittersweet time for Kanye West.  Having lost his mother last November, the “Jesus Walks” rapper made sure she was remembered via his Grammy Awards performance.

Following his performance of “Stronger,” Kanye launched into a low-key version of “Hey Mama.” Tears welled up in his eyes as his voice broke throughout the performance.

Kanye West: Grammy-Tastic

He’s just been nominated for a total of eight Grammy Awards, and Kanye West seems pretty darn pleased with the news.  The “Jesus Walks” rapper shopped for furniture in West Hollywood yesterday, sporting a positive vibe.

As for his professional life, it sounds like he’s still taking some time to deal with the recent death of his mother.

2008 Grammy Nominees Announced

It would appear that personal turmoil equals Grammy nods this year.  At least that’s the case for Kanye West and Amy Winehouse.  Between his mother dying and her husband being thrown in the slammer, these two were pretty desperate for some good news.

Between the two of them, the “Jesus Walks” rapper and the “Rehab” singer have a total of fourteen nominations (8 for him, 6 for her).  And they’re not the only ones with multiple chances to take home an award.