It’s officially the year of the side chick who have dominated the headlines, shut down multi-million dollar operations and been the focus of popular TV shows at a time when delicious filth and scandal SELLS.

Hit the jump for another photo gallery of proud side chicks on social media.

NBA underachiever Brandon Jennings and his 36-year-old side chick Tae Heckard had the ‘net on fire until Solange windmilled Humpback Hov in that elevator.

Vh1 always showcases the boldest, proudest and mightiest of side chicks. That’s their specialty.

V. Stiviano, the Saw puppet-faced side chick who brought down a multi-million dollar operation. Side chick Hall of Fame nominee?

“What’s understood ain’t gotta be explained” = official side chick slogan?

Side dudes need love too.

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