“She better get the hell out. If she goes back, she’s a loser, and she doesn’t deserve to have any future success.”

Donald Trump, to Inside Edition, about Rihanna and Chris Brown.

Ya know, this is the first time in my whole life that I’m glad Donald Trump didn’t keep his big fat mouth shut. We’re agreed here, Mr. Trump.

This whole Rihanna deal is a train wreck that is happening right in front of us.  Like, we are all watching it continue, seeing all the signs and I fear that someday she’ll just end up dead and everyone will be saying “Wow, so sad.”  Overstating things?  I don’t think so.

Rihanna’s father granted US magazine an interview in which he talks about supporting his daughter even though he can’t get in contact with her:

US: What was your reaction after hearing Chris Brown was charged with two felonies?
Fenty: I don’t know how to react. Chris is a very talented guy. I still think he’s a little immature for Rihanna. Justice can never be served in this situation. He can’t feel the pain she felt. I don’t believe in hitting a woman. I hope everything works out better for them. I don’t feel happy or sad. He’s in the court’s hands. Let justice prevail.

US: Have you seen the new police report that details Brown biting, hitting and threatening to kill Rihanna?
Fenty: I haven’t seen anything. I hear so many things. I don’t know what to believe until I see it myself. Rihanna’s mother is telling me that she hasn’t heard anything from her [Rihanna]. She said the last she heard Rihanna was well.

US: If those reports are true, how upset are you?
RF: I don’t know what to say, honest to god. I’ve been hearing so many stories. I don’t feel any pain anymore. I’ve gone numb. I’ve heard so much. But I can’t get on to her. Her mother can’t get on to her, her brother told me she changed her email. Somebody has a stranglehold on her. I’m lost.

US: I know you’ve been speaking with your daughter over text. Is she no longer reachable?
RF: I’ll text the old numbers she had, and I call them. One girl answered, and she said, “This is not Robyn’s number anymore.” I asked, “Do you work for Robyn? Do you deal with Robyn?” And the girl hung up, so I don’t know what’s going on anymore. I’m lost.

Us: What was her last text to you?
RF: [She] said, “Daddy, I miss you.” And that’s it. And I could not reply. I saw a number and texted back, “I miss you too.” And I didn’t get another reply from her.

US: Obviously, you still support her.
RF: Yes, of course. Anyone in my family, I’m there for them. All of my kids, I’m there for them. Rihanna’s no exception. All of them I would support. I would tell them where they go wrong, I’d chastise them when they do s–t, but to be honest with you they have their own life to live.

US: What would you say to Chris Brown if you saw him today?
RF: I would tell Chris, “Don’t ever try again, don’t even think about it.” I’m hurt and disturbed at that scenario.

I don’t understand these people.  As a parent, I really do not.  What’s all this “Chris is a very talented guy,” and “I don’t feel happy or sad,” and “Somebody has a stranglehold on her,” shit?  Are you kidding me?  Chris is the vicious abuser who had a literal stranglehold on her and needs to be in jail.  I don’t even know Rihanna and I feel so sad for her.  What is wrong with this dude?

Now her email and phone numbers have been changed-beyond disturbing.  This is classic abuser behavior.  She is being isolated so that she feels that the only person she can count on is the guy who tried to rearrange her face.

I cannot fathom how these parents can sit by and watch this happen.  Yes, Rihanna is an adult but Rihanna is sick and needs help.  This is what parents do; they help their children.  Adulthood doesn’t change that.  This girl is still young and hopefully has a long life and career ahead of her.  Someone needs to intervene and help her out of this situation, because I guarantee that, today, she cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I hate watching this unfold because I feel like it is going to end so, so badly.

Ok, everyone gathered for the dumbass arraignment and nothing happened.  It’s been extended to April 6.  You know, more time so that a deal can be cut.  Chris was there and looking contrite.  I’ll update this post when I can get a full transcript because TMZ’s sound sucks.  There was definitely some talk between Chris and his attorney, Mark Geragos.  Stay tuned…

Oh, and to be clear, this isn’t a trial-just an arraignment hearing.  This is where Chris will enter his plea, which I’m sure will be “not guilty.”  Then, a trial date will be set within sixty days of his April 6th arraignment.  Unless, of course, aforementioned deal is cut and this never goes to trial.  Which is what I suspect is actually going to happen.

UPDATE: One thing I forgot to mention is that Chris Brown needs to behave himself between now and the sixth of April but Rihanna does not request a protective order against him.  Therefore, he’s allowed to be with her as long as he doesn’t punch her.

UPDATE: Okay, at the end of the feed, there was a brief conversation between Chris and the attorney that was there to represent Rihanna, Donald Etra.  Etra told Chris that Rihanna wants this over as soon as possible.  Sigh.  Sad.

This shit is going to DOMINATE the news today, and I am SO HAPPY that this asshole has to go to court, and I’m praying there’s some REAL punishment for his actions.

Fox News paid someone at the LAPD to leak them the detective’s notes about the case, and here’s what they had to say:

After Rihanna read a text message on Brown’s phone from a woman, he tried to force Rihanna out of the car, but couldn’t because she was wearing her seatbelt.

Brown then allegedly slammed Rihanna’s head against her window, and when Rihanna turned to face him, he punched her.

The notes said blood spattered on Rihanna’s clothing and the interior of the Lamborghini.

Rihanna also called her assistant, according to FOX 11, leaving a message saying, “I am on my way home. Make sure the cops are there when I get there.”

Brown then reportedly replied, “You just did the stupidest thing ever. I’m going to kill you,” and proceeded to punch and bite Rihanna. He allegedly put her in a headlock so long that she almost lost consciousness.

And Extra! says they have PHOTOS of Chris’s blood-spattered Lamborghini and will be showing the photos on their show tonight.

“Extra” has obtained photos of the inside Chris Brown’s rented Lamborghini. The images reveal blood splattered on the passenger’s side dashboard. Rihanna was reportedly sitting in the passenger seat of the car the night she was allegedly attacked. Tune in to “Extra” tonight for a sneak preview of the photos.

Classy!

And I have to tell you guys my favorite part of all of this: the photo I’ve posted above? No, that was not my horrible, poor-taste idea, it’s the actual photo that Fox News used to run with this story. You better believe someone over there is patting their back over this: “Look, it’s like she’s reading the text message! And she’s horrified! And he’s smiling, because he’s about to kick her ass! How great is that?”

Good job guys!!!

Rihanna’s newest Cover Girl ad which appears in People this week.  I know these ads are set months in advance, but it still creeps me the hell out.

Chris Brown has his day in court today.  And he needs to actually appear.  Unless a deal is struck.  Whaaaat?

Yep, Brown’s attorney-Mark Geragos, has been in downtown LA this week meeting with the DA assigned to this case.  The two have been meeting in hopes of coming to a compromise with the charges against Chris.  How do you think this will go?  He could be charged with a felony.  That would mean jail if he was found guilty.  He could plead guilty to a misdemeanor; he would take some classes, do some community service and be done.  Or he could plead guilty to a felony, but if he stays out of trouble for a year, charges could be down-graded to a misdemeanor level.

I’m not going to freak my freak until we see what actually happens.  Prosecutors do often pursue domestic violence cases even when the victim is unwilling to testify.  The pictures of Rihanna should be evidence enough!  But, if a deal is cut, what message does this send?  Okay, okay, I’m keeping my cynicism at bay and hoping for the best.

Listen, this Chris Brown and Rihanna deal is played out at this point.  There are only so many ways to say it:  Chris is a scum.  Rihanna needs to run.  End of story.  But…

Who are these PR people Chris hired to help salvage his reputation?  Because they need to be fired, yesterday.  The half-assed non-statment, the phallic jet-skiing poses, the reconciliation with Rihanna-any decent public relations firm would not be letting this shit happen.  The only element that gives me a small sigh of relief is that Brown was not seen partying this weekend; it was a look-alike.  Poor bastard, being a Chris Brown ringer.

Chris is not only working to win back his victim, he is also in Miami recording for his newest album which, I suspect, will have anorexic airplay.

If Chris Brown was some anonymous warehouse worker, is there any doubt he would be in jail right now?