The Height of Selfishness

Can you imagine being a publicist, and then on top of being employed to fluff the lives of a star being told to release statements like this:

"Omarion was in London during the tragic bombings that struck this morning," a statement by the singer's publicist AR PR Marketing, released hours after the bombings, said.

Making no mention of the fatalities or casualties of the blasts, the singer's statement concluded, "He would like his fans to pray that he has a safe trip and a safe return home. He appreciates your support."

Asked why anyone should pray for him, Gilmore said, "He wasn't hurt or anything, but just the fact that he was there and all that."

Of course this is coming from a guy whose latest hit is basically a covert anti-abortion message trying to guilt poor single mothers into keeping children they can't afford to look after, so perhaps it isn't much of a surprise he puts the spotlight on himself while in the midst of a catastrophe.

(Update: the video I was actually referring to was from Nick Cannon. I guess I need to pay more attention to BET.)