Usher Makes Up With His Mom

Usher's mother is back as his manager following a much publicized split.

The 29-year-old superstar from Atlanta announced today that he has ended his partnership with celebrity manager Benny Medina, whose clients include Mariah Carey, and has rehired Jonnetta Patton.

Patton had managed her son's career since he was a teen star. But the multiplatinum performer broke with his mother in 2007, saying he just wanted her to focus on being his mom.

While there were reports of friction between Patton and her son, Usher had said the relationship was great and had improved since their professional union ended.

"I have just chosen to take the reins of my career," he told The Associated Press in an interview earlier this year. "We have a different view and mind-set. I'm doing it and I'm handling it and very happy, very happy with it."

Medina said in a statement that he and Usher parted ways "amicably."

Usher once lived in Chattanooga and a portion of Tunnel Blvd. was renamed in honor of the famous singer.