Lillian Larkai, the lady at the centre of an alleged sexual relationship with musician and TV personality, Jon Germain, has reacted harshly to the claims. Media reports claim the alleged sexual relationship and public pressure forced Jon Germain to abrogate a contract with her after Lillian had featured in two music videos, In My Head and Love Zone, for the artiste.
Lillian who is an actress told Myjoyonline.com in an interview from Lier, Belgium, where she currently resides, that the rumours and stories of the alleged sexual relationship initially amused her: “I started laughing about it because the whole story is not true. They said Jon Germain cancelled my contract which is so not true.”
She said the stories and allegations started getting to her when people started questioning her about it. According to her, she has known Jon since 2008 and that they lost touch until a gentleman – who is related to music producer Appietus – called her last year requesting her to feature in a music video for his friend – who turned out to be Jon Germain.
She revealed that in her bid to listen to the song before featuring in the video, she got to know the video was for Jon Germain so she “decided not to take anything from him [for the video shoot].”
Lillian stressed that she never dated Jon Germain, stating, “What is between Jon and I is friendship and even though we are friends, we barely see each other... the last time I saw him was last year, moreover I have a boyfriend which Jon even knew about.”
Reacting to stories that due to their relationship and the controversies it had generated, Jon had to ‘fire’ her to save his image, Lillian, a graduate of Vogue Style Fashion Design School, said Jon could not abrogate any contract with her because “we never had a contract” stressing further that, “Jon and I never had sex and we never had any contract.”
She is still dumbfounded that people could cook up stories just to tarnish her image, explaining, “I did two videos for him and people are assuming that we are dating.” Lillian is of the view that because Jon Germain used a different lady for his latest video, Set The Night, that might have fuelled perceptions that she was fired.
The curvy actress plans returning to Ghana in December for the Christmas festivities.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
Rumuors that sleek singer and host of Allo TiGO on Metro TV, Jon Germain, is having a sexual relationship with actress Lillian Larkai has compelled him to abrogate a professional contract he has with her.
Jon is one celebrity who wants to eat his cake and have it: He loves the glamour and stardom and yet he is unable to handle the gossip and speculations that go with the status. This is not the first time Jon has taken a big decision because of rumuors about him.
Not too long ago, he bought a plush 2010 Dodge Charger SXT Sedan which cost some $30,000 but shipping, clearing and ‘pimping’ cost raised the amount to about $40,000. He is also reported to have bought another luxury car which cost $120,000, yet has continuously declined to talk about the cars even though the media keep pushing him.
He confirmed that the ‘sex talk’ played a major role in his decision to drop Lillian Larkai in his latest music video for his song titled ‘Set The Night’. Larkai, who was recently featured in the video of 4×4’s ‘Waist And Power’ hit single, appeared in Jon’s two earlier videos for ‘In My Head’ and ‘Love Zone’.
“There was a plan. We used her for two videos. We were shooting all the songs on the album. We had a plan to use her for this new one but people started coming up with stories.
She is in a relationship and it started telling on her relationship. You know when Ghanaians start a story…” Germain explained.
He however denied any sexual relationship with her, stressing that they were not dating, but went out a number of times because he felt comfortable with her and made friends with ladies more than guys.
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2010 was a spectacular year full of activities from January down to December, artiste flaunting their finesse and swag on major platforms all year round. Celebrity publicist, Quame Junior compiles a list of the top 10 artiste who displayed exceptional swag consistently throughout the year 2010.
1.PROMZY: Starting up on first position is a member of the group VIP, PROMZY. He was simply on point all year, whether at private parties, casual engagement or major performances, he had it all capped. SARKODIE
2. EAZZY: Best Female artiste of the year 2010 by all standards both by performance and success of songs. Making it at number two on the list.
3. SARKODIE: Coming up at number three is Artiste of the year at the just ended Ghana Music Award, simply enthralling.
4. PAEDAE: Some call him the boss of all bosses. When you are looking for him, you might probably find him at the refuse to be broke office. Paedae coming up at number four. 5. PAPI: Their hit song "Move Back" seems to spur a lot of controversy but his swag cannot be affected. Papi crunching the fifth position.
6. CAPTAIN PLANET: He is very fond of calling out names of girls in most of his rap lines but his swag seems to be an independent variable. Captain Planet of 4X4 fame.
7. EFYAH: She was undeniably the best life performer in the year 2010. Her unique taste of fashion put her on the seventh position on the list, truly confirming the transition from Jane to Efyah.
8. TINNY: He represented Ghana and the Ga people in the first ever Africa B.E.T Cypher. His swag predominantly a part of his image. Tinny at number eight. EFYAH
9. ASEM: 'Fylla' capped the headlines in the latter part of the year bur his swag has been a part of him all through his career.
10. JON GERMAIN: Landing his first ever live performance alongside music maestro Kojo Antwi in December. Jon Germain is definetely a force to reckon with when it comes to swag. At number ten is the Allo Tigo anchor.
The Supremo would this December mount one of the greatest platforms in our Entertainment industry, alongside living legend Kojo Antwi on 24th Night to establish himself not only as a presenter, or recording musician but also as a performer.
The XFM presenter who confirmed the news to celebrity publicist, and showbiz blogger Quame Junior seemed very proud of his achievements in his early days as a musician. Having received nominations for Most Gifted R'N'B at the Channel O Music video awards, Best Pop at the SoundCity Music Video Awards, Record of the year at the Ghana Music Video Awards and recently taking the nod as the Discovery of the Year at the just ended 4Syte Music Video Awards, the pop-rock musician seems to be on the right track.
With a few contrary views concerning the award he received at the 4Syte Music Video Awards, Jon believes his hard work has finally paid off and for that he is grateful to his fans. "I thank all my fans for all the support and I dedicate the award to them...I appreciate you all, and bigger things ahead of us" Jon concluded.
A critical look at our budding industry, as it crawls to the end of the year would reveal a decline in some celebrities fan base and influence and a sharp rise in the case of others. Freelance journalist, blogger and celebrity publicist, Quame Junior rates the top 10 most influential male celebrities in Ghana by a mass public-conducted vote and a critical analysis of the
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10. Reggie Rockstone: The Grandpapa of hiplife has made this list because of the release of his Double album, Reggiestration. The splendor with which the album was launched as he marked his forty something birthday brought him right back in to the fame books. He is one of the very few personalities whose fame can never be stripped off them but this year he is definitely in the best of shapes.
9. Chris Attoh: Chris follows up in the ninth position. Even tough the multi-talented media personality has been missing in action for a while, making appearances only when necessary, Chris is still one of Ghana's most celebrated celebrities. With the upcoming release of Sinking Sands and his return to his signature entertainment show Rhythmz he just might climb up the ladder but as it stands he is still a beloved.
8. Jon Germain: His placement in the list actually shocked me, much to my amuzement most people voted for Jon more for his music and less for his presenting (both on radio and TV), I always thaught otherwise. Having scooped nominations for 3 International Awards including the Channel O Music Video Awards, Jon definitely has every legal and natural right to be in this list.
7. Micheal Essien: Hate him or love him, his fame and influence would wax stronger, but for his inablity to play for the Black Stars at the just ended World Cup which took place in South Africa, Micheal would have been far up the ladder. His is international recognition but as it stands now, the 7th position is where most sports and entertainment enthusiasts believe he should be and I seem to agree with them.
6.Majid Michel: As I set out to do my survey, he was one of my potential number 1's but it proved otherwise. Call him Al Pacino, call him the player, call him any of the characters he makes so real and sometimes a little surreal, whatever it is he is one of the most cherished sons of Ghana and Africa as a whole, so the next time you are thinking of some famous person to say something against, make sure Majid is out of the list or else Ghanaians would deal with you with iron fists.
5. John Dumelo: What is more to be said, he follows in the step of his compaatriot. Theirs is to make you believe and he seems to be doing just that to the satisfaction of all those that matter so here he is.
4. Sarkodie: With his Rappaholic album still in the works and a few mixtapes running up and about, Sarkodie is still one of the top 5 most influential celebrities in Ghana. If you have doubts, check out the nominees of the MTV Africa Music Awards.
3. Dede Ayew: South Africa did the magic for him. After South Africa he ceased to ride on the fame of his legend father and became a name on his own. Maybe the few brand endorsements he got should be his prove.
2. Asem: He was silent for a while, allowing the 2 singles of his upcoming album "No more Kpayor" and "Suliiya" do the magic, but in the past few weeks his name has hijacked the industry unawares. With his "2010 Fylla", Asem definitely deserves the second spot and a third of the people contacted for the survey agree with me.
1. Asamoah Gyan: At number one is the man who is known as Asamoan Gyan on field and Baby Jet in music. Let the song speak for itself.
NVA management has in the past few weeks capped the headlines after appearing on Allo Tigo and subsequently making their intentions of signing Sarkodie known. In a follow up of the story, celebrity publicist and writer, Quame Junior has come out with other potential names that seem to be on the NVA radar.
In an investigative piece, Jon Germain’s name came up as the most likely talent to hear next from the London based Entertainment and Management group. Months after the launch of his pop rock album, “This Who I am”, Jon Germain seems to be doing pretty good in the world of music much to the amusement and contrary views of most music critics.
With nominations in all major award schemes across Africa, including the Channel O Music Video Awards, Ghana Music Awards, Sound City Music Video awards and a host of others the presenter cum musician cum producer seems on top of his game.
Reasons for NVA’s interest in Jon could circle on varying reasons according to our reporter Quame Junior. His image seems to count very well for him as an artiste and might make him more presentable to a rather diplomatic and strict audience. His flair and adaptability also seems to run him on as he also appeals to free spirited and a rather enchanted crowd. According to close sources in the company, Jon’s standing as a broadcaster which actively engages with the youth is one of the major reasons that he has made it on the list.
The powers that be in NVA have refused to give any comment about the matter, insisting that official releases would be dished out when they have finally set up and are officially up and running.
In a related development the NVA management has also signed 4 young talented players as part of their growth into Ghana. Wherever the die is cast matters no more, for us good news is leverage to our growing industry.
