December 18, 2006 @ 11:24 am

Carmen Bryan Working on a Reality Show

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“Telling all is a full-time job,” the 35-year-old Queens bred mother of one (Destiny Jones, 12) said during an Essence Magazine interview, which alleges a reality show starring Carmen is in the works. “I still love SC, and I still love Nas. Love is an energy that can never be destroyed.” It seems as if Bryan, who dated rapper Nas for 10 years, and cheated on him with Jay-Z for five of them, was anxious to put her story out there following the rap song "Is That Your Chick?," in which Jay-Z indirectly revealed their secret love affair to the world. In 2005, she self-published Sex, Drugs and Hip Hop, a detailed account of her life with both men, which sold only 100 copies through sexdrugsandhiphop.com, her web site. It wasn't only until last year that she expanded the book at the suggestion of rapper 50 Cent. “It wasn’t my decision to make this a public affair," Bryan exclaims. "When Jay-Z and Nas recorded songs about me, they opened this door. Once I was given the opportunity to tell my story, I jumped at it.” Visit Amazon.com to purchase a copy of It's No Secret.

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toyq says:

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I really think that everyone is being to damn hard on this girl. When men sit back and constantly degrade women and talk about how many they sleep with the world claps for them but when a women does 1/3rd of that she is the one in the wrong and she is the hoe. I am a baby momma too and if some one pulled one of my boys into the fire I would come out my corner swinging. I actually feel sorry for the girl and the fact that she had dealings with a punk ass coward like Jay Z.

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SP says:

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LH I admit the language was harsh. That is a Virgo quality. A "B", is a female dog, and there can be no one in the room that can deny that she did that. So in my world that phrase fits sorry. profane actions often share profane attributes. All men associated and women as well have got to know in the event of Ms. Bryan wanting to capitolize in some way from this decrepped series of events would risk being known for what it is in most descent peoples lives, even those who fall short, as triflin'. To expect that someone can put this low-level self-deprevating smut on blast like that and not be classified as all the things that I stated and more is unrealistic. So to anyone I offend I truly apologise, I just heard about the book and some of the things in it and what was in it, and how arch-rival of Nas and Jay-Z, 50 cent help put out this account, and think this whole shit is rediculous. If I was dealing with issues like that at home, to quote Loose Ends and Brand Nubian, "Love me or Leave me Alone", Don't keep me hangin' on a string now". Finally these sentiments are not gender specific. There are some Hoe-ass dudes out there that are dealing with low explosives and must conceal their pergetorial relations. They would wear that badge of dishonor as well. Everyone makes mistakes, but as adults we must come to terms with these issues, and better to do it in private reguardless to who revealed what first. It is a matter of public domain unfortunately now. I commented because I did not see my shared view on this subject, and after 6 years since revalation, and even more since this was initiated this story I think most of us would agree for the child's sake needs to go away.P.E.A.C.E. AS IN POSITIVE ELELAVATION ALWAYS CORRECTS ERRORS. At the risk of being called long winded, we as a people have got to knock this bafooning ass sh@t off. WORD!

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LH says:

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It is really unfortunate because at the end of the day, there is a child involved. Judge not lest you be judged! SP, I don't know where you are from or what types of issues you have or have had in your life, but brother you are a little too long winded and all of that profanity and calling sisters out of their name is uncalled for. Just keep in mind that again, at the end of the day, there is a child involved. There is still a certain level of love and respect that Nas has for her, I'm sure... she mothered his child. Brother, I just ask that you take a deep breath and relax, fix your issues at home, then get back on the site and build.
P.E.A.C.E

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SP says:

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I apologise for the poor spelling iin the last comment, but look past that. Hoes get ya mind right. You ain't relly got itgoing on like you think. In Hoe-ass vacuums and hoe network like this conduct ain't proposterous. silly b**ches please. ya'll f**ked up outlooks be the first thing of instability in most cases that wrecks your home. My proof Beyonce' and Kelis seemed to have figured it out. No regrets b**ch!!!!, stay stupid then.I feel kinda bad for any nigga considerin' takin' your ass to Red Lobster. Nepolian Dynamite type niggas is going to be your only options like you like to say"at the end of the Day",hoes get real. Zenobia you too, you don't want have to indulge like that.P.E.A.C.E

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SP says:

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These type of People be it men or women don't do anything to uplift the culture.
At least Nas and Jay reconciled, which considering ther influence on popular culture with-in itself a treaty made of biblical propotions. To disagree is to not know our potential influence as a people. See, those guys were able to work hard enough to shine like most us would like to ouselves and they have many people who adore,respect,look up to.They are simultaniously two of the most top shelf representanest as artists in the the game.period. Talent like that is not typical. A gold diggin' hoe like that,unfortunately in the desparities of our black communities is typical. This common ghetto occurence seemed amplified when we have a love triangle,oh uh wait, is that love square,pentegram, that negitivly reverberated through the community given our brothers high profile. She had to have been a supid ho at least at that time to think that Jay would look at her trifling ass as wife material,that nigga Nas,or AI for that matter. She was a low level test for all these talented brothers not to mention an example for all people; a temptation and bad suggestion to desperate broke unloyal hoes across America. I say these things without hate, just calling it like I see it. N&J made peace, this signals to brothers that got beef to reconsider their beef. It is about Unity. Finally you can't tell me this selfish b**ch really cares about haer daughters"well" being. She probably feels in some sick ideological way that this is her daughter's divine burdon she must bare, as circumstance of the time and conditions of her birth. That's a sick b**ch. If you support that bullsh@t stay the hell far the F%$ck away from me with those hoodrat,chickenheaded,instant diva in a sleeping bag-assed dreams.

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Kiesha says:

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Do the reality show. The same people who watch Flavor of Love and I love New York will watch it. The book is good. The real issue is how long is Beyonce going to keep reading about her man in every ho book that comes out.

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A real reader says:

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I don't believe a damn thing that was written in this book. As I read it, I see that all she's doing is trying to play Nas. The thing is if that's your man/baby father why would you repeat things that he said to you... such as Foxy Brown being a insecure lil girl, Beyonce's stinking breath and alot more. Carmen I wouldn't believe you if your tongue was notarizied! This book gets a F-! Wanna read something, go buy Death before Dishonor by Nikki Turner and 50 Cent!

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J Hines says:

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Yes, Carmen does make herself look like a hoe and yes she has put all her business out along with Jay, Nas and AI. But who are we to judge. She is not the only or first woman to do this. Im not saying she's right for anything that she has done but she's not bothering or hurting no one but herself. I could care less what she writes about or puts on television. All of this stuff happened THEN, and to me it needs to be thrown down the drain. Its over with and done. They were young at that time and i think she needs to realize that. What she needs is a prayer because thats the only thing thats going to help her right now.

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teisha martin says:

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I think she is a hoe because when nas found out she kept f**king sc with that big dick and know that no one wants her she writing a tell all book and she talk about the woman there with now honey get a job and show all black woman that there are more imporant thinks and show your baby girl that life goes on and be a strong woman and get a real job

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Ima says:

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I read the book and I wasn't impressed. She did make HERSELF look like a hoe. She didn't come out in the end trying to repent of her past sins or even say what she learned from the situation. It was a book about exposing people who used her up and put her out to dry after they got done with her. If you make yourself available to a man in that way, then you are getting exactly what you deserve. What goes around comes around whether you are a man or a woman cheating, it's still not a good look. She's not wrong for telling her story but in the end what was purpose of telling the story? Did it better some upcoming slut? Did it warn young girls about the dangers of dating rappers? What came out of telling the story? All that came from it was pure entertainment. And it really wasn't that interesting, her ghetto dialect was horrible, it's one thing to speak that way amongst friends, but to translate into your book makes you look ignorant. And it wasn't a carefully formulated plan of action when she wrote the book. She didn't consider the fact that her daughter would see the book in the future or that she might get ridiculed for the sins of her mother. I have daughters and I would think twice before exposing personal information about my life that could possibly ruin their reputation. I guess whatever you can do for a buck. More power to her if that's her deal.

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Luci Rae says:

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I just finished reading "It's No Secret" less that 48 hours. I find Carmen being truthful with her choice of words. She had done nothing differently than what women do on a daily basis. Cheating only becomes a serious issue when women does it. If you read and understood her, her relationship was not secure at home. She needed love and compassion and Shawn gave her that. Also, it seemed as if Shawn was more on her level. Being in a relationship with someone in the entertainment industry isn't an easy task (I know). You have to have the stomach and the heart to deal with whatever comes your way and the bad part about this dilemma, Nas wasn't ready. I give all props to Carmen and anyone that have the gutts to step out and do whatever makes them happy especially if he/or she not taking care of home. No, two wrongs doesn't make one right, but it eases the pain. How could you blame her for befriending Shawn. Nas and Shawn wasn't the best of friends. She tried to protect their friendship as much as possible. Like the old saying goes, keeps your friends close, but keep your enemies closer (Steve). And for Wendy Williams, the only advantage she has is the radio, she would do better bad mouthing her stylist that keep making her look like a generic RuPaul.

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Lil Mama says:

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I just finished reading her book and it was VERY interesting to say the least. (I read it in one sitting.) Why is it okay for males to make their CDs so they can tell their stories AND make their money, but a woman wants to tell her side and she's a ho and a gold digga?? Why shouldn't she benefit from it like the others?? That double standard $hit needs to stop... Oh..., there is no comparison with Supahead. Carmen made bad choices and acknowledged it. Supahead is a nasty, triflin' stank ho...

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betty boop says:

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Did anyone even read the damn book? I read a lil of it yesterday on mediatake.com and it had no substance. Nothin like Karrine's book

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NAZOBIA says:

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CARMEN I THINK U WERE JUST SURVIVING.BUT MY THING IS CERTAIN MEN(ALLEN IVERSON)NEVER BAD MOUTHED YOU.SO WHY TAKE UP SO MUCH TIME TALKING ABOUT HIM.AS FAR AS SC AND NAS GO IM WITH U ALL THE WAY DISH THAT SHIT MA,I ALSO DIDNT LIKE HOW WENDY WILLIAMS TREATED U,BUT U HANDLED IT.SO DONT LET PPL GET U DOWN,HATERS WILL HATE,I WISH I COULD HAVE f**kED HALF THE PEOPLE U f**kED.AW YEAH I ALSO THINK U SHOULD HAVE WROTE UR BOOK YRS AGO BEFORE DESTINY WAS AS OLD AS SHE IS.I KNOW KIDS PICK WITH HER AND I FEEL SORRY FOR HER.NO I DONTY THINK UR A HOE,BUT SOMETIMES WE MAKE DECISIONS OUT OF ANGER.

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me says:

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Smoove B made great points.

People are always going to come down harder on a woman.

Jay Z put her name out there first and that was cool but it's somehow wrong for her to set the record straight?

Jay Z used her in a savage attempt to destroy his greatest adversary and Nas sides with Jay Z in the end?

What kind of man is he to side with his enemy over his family?

Carmen is his family whether or not he realizes it and family dont do shit like that.

At least they shouldnt.

Nas still mad bc she slept with his enemy but why is he in buisness with his enemy?

He cant be mad at her for sleeping with Jay Z bc he in bed with him too.

In bed with him in the belly of the beast that is the music industry.



If Carmen pulled a fast one by sleeping with his enemy, what does that make him?

He works for his enemy.

What a lame.

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Tasha says:

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She done good! She dealt with an unfaithful man and got fed up. Like who hasnt cheated?? STOP IT!!! To all women who can write a book about these hoe ass meen GO FOR IT!! Remember we are talking about Nas...this gave him a buzz too. More of a buzz than he has had in recent years.

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butterfly says:

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Kelis said it best"
Im the one thats tattooed on his arm"

This b**ch is obviously jealous of all of the accomplishments these men have made in their lives and didn't bother to take the piece of ass with them.

Maybe she thought that since she had Nas' son he was gonna be with her.
Or maybe she really wanna be Beyonce...spendin all of SC's money...
either way she is just another in a long line of tired ass hoes

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wize93 says:

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"who are we2 judge": Black people can't make a "skeptical" out of ourselves. However, YOU can make a "S-P-E-C-T-A-C-L-E" of yourself, by neglecting the spellcheck. Then again, who am I 2 judge?

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kymisha says:

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Hopefully she got her point across in her book. I can't wait to read it, just to hear what she has to say about these men. That girl looks like she can be Lil Kim sister. lol

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Leslie says:

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If Carmen wants to write a book, so what. Why are people acting as if they are personally being attacked? If it was one of your favorite celebrites I doubt there would be so much criticism. I wish you all would stop with the foolishness about her being mad at Jay and Nas for m. If you would read and listen, you would know she started writing the book before Nas and Jay hooked up with their current ladies, and squahed their beef and before Supahead's book. This book has been in progress since early 2002. She trying to destroy lives? Hello! They are the ones that made songs putting her business out on the street. You all really need to check yourselves, because your not making any sense. You're only showing how much celebrities are looked at as being untouchable. One minute people are crying about her being a golddiger. But when she goes and does things to make her own money, people dog her for that. She just can't win with folks. So what she wants to make money. What's wrong with that? Don't we all? You can't survive without money. I believe her story and I'm glad she is sticking to it

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noonie in tha n.o says:

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i think she mad because both men are gong on and not focused on her any more and if she doesn't want her daughter to be exposed she would leave it that way

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will says:

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Carmen needs to stop the BS that she is causing amongst da brotha's, she's just another HOOCHIE try'n to get paid. Just cause she gave up a little ass to Jay-Z and NAS so what, it sounds to me that she is a strumpet who has nothing better to do but destroy the names of those who buttered her bread. Why now does she want to have a new tell all book? Please, "spare me the grief" all she wants is someone to notice her and give her 15 minutes of fame. Why else would she surface this book? She's pitiful, desperate, and Dumb. She's cute no doubt, but seriously a reality t.v. show to open more of Pandora's box. Later for Carmen and that funky ass book, Word!

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smoove b says:

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Why are yall hatin on this chick? So what she wrote a book about nas and jay...f them iggas! And so what she put a.I out there. Jay put it out there first in that song so a.I need to see son for real. Yall all talkin bout she need to get a life and who gona watch her show. The same people on this site making comments about her life that's who and that includes me. The real joke is nas how do you sell ya soul for 10mil and be mad at your bm for trying get her paper. Jayz is nas's boss right now and that' not crazy?

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Ro in Bmore says:

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What a joke and a waste of time. Songs about her were put out years ago. There is no relevance now. Get a life...and a new man. Damn. Old girl is pushing 40 and acting like she got stood up at junior prom over some bull$hit. If Jay and Nas can be civil to one another about past history, you need to show some diginity. If not for yourself, do it for your child's sake.

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Who are we 2Judge? says:

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I DON'T KNOW! I'M TRYING NOT TO BE SO HARD ON HER BECAUSE SHE IS NOT, TECHNICALLY, A HOE; BUT SHE HAS HOE-LIKE TENDENCIES. WE HAVE TO KEEP IN MIND THAT THESE PEOPLE WEREN'T AS FAMOUS AS THEY ARE NOW AND WHEN ALL THIS WENT DOWN JAY-Z WAS JUST A HYPE MAN FOR THE LATE GREAT BIGGIE SMALLS. BUT WHAT MAKES HER A HOE IS WHY DID SHE HAVE TO MENTION ALLEN IV-O IN THE BOOK? IF YOU WANTED TO TELL YOUR SIDE OF THE STORY - DO THAT! BUT LEAVE THE EXTRA DRAMA OUT. I ALSO THINK SHE MAYBE ALITTLE SALTY THAT NAS MARRIED SOMEONE ELSE AND NOT HER. BUT LIKE EVERYTHING ELSE - LIFE GOES ON! I THINK AMERICA THRIVES OF B.S. AND THEY LOVE FOR BLACKS TO MAKE A SKEPTICAL OF THEMSELVES; SO THEY GIVE THEM THEIR OWN REALITY SHOW AND CALL THEM ENTERTAINMENT. AND THAT'S WHAT'S ABOUT TO HAPPEN TO HER. SHE LIKES MONEY BECAUSE IF SHE DIDN'T SHE WOULDN'T HAVE WROTE A BOOK. IT'S PLENTY OF WAYS YOU CAN GET YOUR POINT ACROSS WITHOUT MAKING MONEY OFF OF IT! BUT SHE FIGURED SUPAHEAD DID IT; SO WHY CAN'T I?!

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Nore says:

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I wonder how this reality show will go down when Carmen was on the Wendy Williams Show she go very defensive about her daugther Destiny being exposed to the public. How is this going to work? What does Carmen do that people want to watch her in action she's no Kimora Lee Simmons. This is going to be a train wreck. I hope she thinks this through carefully because in the end she is just making herself look bad. It should definitely stop with the book. I mean how pathetic is this chick. GET A LIFE!!!!!!!!!! The public is going to chew her up and spit her out and take Destiny with her. The book makes her look raunchy she should just fade in the background. There is nothing worse than talentless, ridiculous spotlight hungry creatures that are clogging the entertainment industry - CARMEN YOU WILL BE THE ONE EXPLOITING YOUR DAUGHTER NOW - NOT A GOOD LOOK.

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Dynasty says:

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3 words for her HOT ASS MESS!!!! her book only sold 100 copies which her friends and family bought to show some support CARMEN WE DON'T BELIEVE YOU-YOU NEED MORE PEOPLE!!!

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