Nine lucky cities will host media mogul Oprah Winfrey on her first tour in five years.

Sponsored by Weight Watchers, the ‘Oprah’s 2020 Vision:  Your Life in Focus’ arena tour is set for a January 4 kick off and is scheduled to touch down in U.S. hot spots Atlanta, New York, Los Angeles, and more.  Winfrey took to press to discuss the inspiration behind the venture:

“What I know for sure is we can all come together to support a stronger, healthier, more abundant life — focused on what makes us feel energized, connected and empowered,” she said in a statement. “As I travel the country, my hope for this experience is to motivate others to let 2020 be the year of transformation and triumph — beginning first and foremost with what makes us well. This is the year to move forward, let’s make it happen in 2020!”

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December 20 marks the date the star-studded film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Weber‘s Broadway classic ‘Cats’ pounces into a theater near you.

Starring Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson, Jason Derulo, Idris Elba, James Corden, Rebel Wilson, and many more familiar names, fans of any of the aforementioned can expect to see much of them in the coming months hitting the promo trail in support of the Tom Hooper-directed flick.

The latest in a string of visuals to that point comes in the form of a behind the scenes teaser released Monday (September 9).  Highlighting the fancy feline footwork of the film’s stars, the clip shows the work that went into conditioning the actors for their portrayals of cats.

 “If you told me I was going to get to be a cat, for work? What?” Swift gushed of her role of Bombalurina.

Castmate Corden echoed the sentiment:

“You’re gonna take a load of people, and they’re going to pretend to be cats,” he says in the new teaser. “Like, if you just say it out loud, it’s bonkers. But that’s where the most fun happens, really.”

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Wendy Williams has built a colossal career on being candid and she’s not backtracking now that her own personal life is in the spotlight.

Currently on the cusp of the 11th season of her hit talkshow, the media maven stopped by Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live to chop it up with host Andy Cohen.

With both being straight shooters, the show made for great TV.

Williams was quizzed on a laundry list of topics including her divorce, the woman ex husband cheated with, her new life on the singles market, her upcoming biopic, repairing damaged relationships, and more. All of which she addressed head-on.

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Ava DuVernay‘s ‘When They See Us’ took viewers on an emotional roller coaster upon its release back in May.

The four-part Netflix production told the true story of the Central Park Five, a group of young Black and Latino youth wrong accused, convicted, and imprisoned for a sexual assault crime they did not commit.

And while they were eventually vindicated, it’s been projects such as ‘When They See Us’ that is giving their innocence the volume it so very much deserves.

The Emmy committee clearly agree, for they rewarded the special with 11 nominations.

Ahead of the September 22nd ceremony, Jharrel Jerome (whose portrayal of Korey Wise earned him a nom for Outstanding Lead Actor), stopped by Hot 97 to discuss the impact of the series.

Check out his interview with Ebro, Peter Rosenberg, and Laura Stylez below…

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Melanin magic was celebrated in a major way at BET Black Girls Rock 2019!

This year’s ceremony took place at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark and saw the likes of Angela Bassett, Ciara, and Regina King honored for their incredible achievements.

That Grape Juice was in the house and caught up with Bassett ahead of her roof raising acceptance speech, as well as Brandy, Remy Ma, ‘Greenleaf‘s Merle Dandridge, and more.

Watch above as they open up about what being a Black girl who rocks means to them.

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Malik Yoba has been the center of many-a-hot-debate over the week since speaking out about his attraction to all women, including transgendered women (click here to read).

While fielding some criticism and homophobic jokes, the overwhelming commentary around Yoba’s admission has been positive as he was applauded for his bravery – especially as a man of color – for making such an announcement.  However, just days after the ‘New York Undercover’ star’s confession, a Facebook post made by a transgender woman named Mariah Lopez Ebony went viral after she alleged the now-51-year-old actor paid to have sex with her 20 years ago.

The issue?  She was only 13-years-old at the time. Details below:

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As reports from automotive industry experts flood the media about key safety features Kevin Hart‘s 1970 Plymouth Barracuda lacked at the time of his accident last weekend,  fans of the funnyman are certainly smiling at news he is healing nicely after a surgery for spinal injuries sustained from the incident (click here to read more on that).

With well-wishes from supporters continuing to pour over social media, one of his noted friends and longtime collaborators, comedienne Tiffany Haddish, recently offered a hopeful update on her ‘Night School’ co-star’s recovery.

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Having proven a ratings hit in the US, ‘The Masked Singer’ is making its way to the UK and will reportedly see Rita Ora featured.

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For many, season 4 of ‘The Real Housewives Of Potomac’ has proven to be its breakout season!

A ratings success, the Bravo show has proven increasingly popular during its latest outing – thanks largely to its super juicy story arcs.

Next Sunday sees the first part of the season 4 reunion special air, with the ladies addressing a number of hyper hot topics.

Per the newly unleashed trailer, the fireworks fly far, wide, and high between Karen, Ashley, Gizelle, Robyn, Monique, and Candiace. On the hot seat in earnest is Michael Darby, who made headlines after accusations by a male cameraman went viral.

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Next Friday brings with it the much anticipated premiere of ‘Top Boy’ on Netflix.

The gritty British drama amassed a major following during its initial run on Channel 4 and has generated global interest thanks to the involvement of Hip-Hop titan Drake. 

As reported, the rapper signed on as executive producer of the rebooted series.

With the launch celebration taking place this week in Hackney, renown presenter Clara Amfo sat down with Drizzy to discuss the return of the show and why its timing is more apt than ever.

Check out the insightful chat after the jump..

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Rihanna has proven herself a multi-tasker of epic proportions. And while much of that title relates to her entrepreneurial activity, she’s no stranger to the big screen either.

Now, per a new report, Warner Bros may be looking to gift the Bajan belle her next big role.

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Wendy Williams has never been one to hold her tongue. And while her marital woes initially saw her skew coy, she’s now speaking up and out.

The talkshow host stopped by The View today and didn’t hold back questioned about her divorce from husband Kevin Hunter. 

Clearly emotional, a teary-eyed Wendy opened up about the difficulties attached to ending her 25-year union with her husband – but also the necessity for her to.

As widely reported, Hunter maintained a relationship with another woman and eventually impregnated her.

Speaking candidly with Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, and co, she said “I don’t want to be changing pampers, I want to be pampered!”

She also didn’t shy away from questions surrounding her addiction and recent stay in a sober house.

Watch the interview below…

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