By Jawn Murray, BlackVoices.com
On Nov. 24, 2008, BV Buzz reported exclusively that Jill Scott was expecting her first child with fiancé, drummer Lil' John Roberts.
(See 'Baby on Board?: Sources Say Jill Scott Is Expecting Her First Child' to read my previous
report.)
Any doubt about my scoop was confirmed – for me at least – days after my story ran and the neo-soul princess posted a link to my story on her personal website in the news section, asking fans what they thought about the possibility.
Now the Philly-bred songstress went on the record for the first time about the pregnancy while promoting her forthcoming HBO series, 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' spoke openly about being with child.
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this undated image released by Oxfam Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008, British singer Mel B participates in the 'In My Name' global campaign calling for action against poverty and demanding world leaders keep their promises on millennium development goals. (AP Photo/Oxfam, HO) ** NO SALES **
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl Mel B, left, serves as the emcee at a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Mel B wears a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. The woman at right is unidentified. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Ultimo Scottish designer lingerie brand founder Michelle Mone (L) and pop singer Melanie Brown pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and singer Aubrey O'Day (R) poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown, Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard, singer Aubrey O'Day and TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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"The first trimester I spent in Botswana. That was one of the biggest challenges of my life. First trimester! You're sick every morning. It was seven hours time difference, the heat, the bugs, the 14 hour days," she said to reporters at the Television Critics Association conference in
Despite being pregnant while shooting the show in Africa, Scott said she's glad she went forward with the production.
"My doctors gave me a clean bill of health and said you can do this, so I did it," she offered.
The 36-year-old Grammy-winner is due on April 25.
Scott and Roberts were engaged on June 20, 2008 and BV Buzz has now learned exclusively that the couple will wed next weekend.
This will be the 'Why Did I Get Married' singer's second marriage.
She was previously married for five years to graphic artist and deejay Lyzel Williams. They announced their divorce in June of 2007.
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By: Divine Diva on 1/12/2009 2:53AM
Congrats to Jill !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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By: Ms. Newborn on 1/14/2009 6:25AM
You go girl. May you and your new family continue to be blessed!
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By: respiratory68 on 1/14/2009 7:13AM
I'm so happy for jill , i wish many blessings.
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By: jjh7deb on 1/14/2009 7:27AM
Hi Jill, congrat may God bless you always.
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By: wassup goddess on 1/14/2009 8:24AM
You go Jilly!!!! Big Congrats!!! more love and more blessings!
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By: Mrsdunston on 1/14/2009 10:55AM
Congrats Jill!!! You deserve much happiness, GOD Bless you and your family.
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By: KEE-KEE2FINE on 1/14/2009 10:57AM
CONGRATS JILL! I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
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By: sunydlght30 on 1/14/2009 5:44PM
Jill Scott looks great. Congrats!!!! and God Bless You
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By: monazia7 on 1/14/2009 7:55PM
(SINGING) HE LOVESSSSSSSSSSS YOU LOL CONGRATULATIONS JILL. BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
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By: Adeline on 1/14/2009 10:54PM
I am so happy for you Jill. Peace love and blessings of the universe to you, husband and new baby.
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