Are you a globally recognised household name?

If the answer to that question is yes, chances are you’ve starred in a Pepsi commercial or two.

Reserved for Pop culture’s brightest stars, Pepsi endorsements have historically been used to propel artists into higher ground merging music with the brand’s sugary sweet messaging to create sales-boosting moments for all involved.

it has been 15 years since we witnessed one of the best Pepsi commercials ever pic.twitter.com/DVFMuVJZQO

— Jason Bolaños [ITS MY BIRTHDAY?] (@JBinAV) March 6, 2019

Ready to revisit some of those moments?

Drink up below…

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Jussie Smollett has quite the fight on his hands after being indicted on a whopping 16 counts related to what prosecutors call a “staged attack.”

As reported, the embattled ‘Empire’ star claimed he was viciously targeted in a beat-down motivated by his race and sexuality.

However, investigators then turned the search for criminality onto him after determining that they felt he planned the entire episode.

What followed has been an ever-evolving narrative, that’s included two brothers, admittance of drug abuse, and an adamance about innocence.

Now, with prosecutors upping the stakes – charging Smollett for each instance they believe he lied to them – his legal team are speaking up and out in his defence.

Their words below…

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The once shelved Aretha Franklin documentary, ‘Amazing Grace,’ has scored a nationwide release date.

Showcasing the stunning vocal prowess of the then-29-year-old songstress recording her legendary ‘Amazing Grace’ gospel album, the original footage was helmed by director Sydney Pollack at the New Bethel Baptist Church in Watts, Calif., in 1972.

Now, after over three decades of “technicalities” stalling its release, the documentary is ready for unveiling as its new, “must see” trailer illustrates.  Look below to see the magic ahead of the film’s premiere in theaters on April 5:

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Days after CBS aired its explosive R. Kelly interview with resident anchor Gayle King that showed the singer vehemently denying newly surfaced allegations of the sexual abuse of minors (click here to watch), the journalist took to Stephen Colbert‘s ‘The Late Late Show’ (March 7) to reflect on the bizarre experience.

Recounting experiences from the sit down (which have since gone viral) that saw a belligerent Kelly flailing his arms, crying uncontrollably, and shouting expletives, King informed viewers how she kept her composure during the outburst and noted other incidents that did not make it to camera.

Curious to see what went down behind the scenes?  Look inside for Gayle’s take on the interview with the R&B royal:

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Will Smith‘s departure from ‘Suicide Squad’ has made way for Idris Elba to step into his role.

Full story below….

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Are you as ready for more Nola Darling as we are?

Over a year after announcing Spike Lee‘s first film-turned-TV-series, ‘She’s Gotta Have It,’ would be renewed for a season 2 at Netflix (click here to read), the streaming giant has finally lifted news on when fans can expect to see it on their screens.

Loaded with all the characters viewers grew to know and love from season 1, look inside to find out exactly when you can find Darling (Dewanda Wise) and the gang back to their old shenanigans:

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Vince Herbert, ex-husband of ‘Love & War’ singer Tamar Braxton, has been battling headlines of highly publicized money woes for the past couple of years (click here to read more).

With war waged on the once praised record executive’s finances by the IRS, his former record label homes, and more, now reports have it his real estate ventures are under siege.

See the latest below:

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Queen Latifah is standing by her friend Jussie Smollett amidst claims he conspired with two friends to fool the world into believing he was assaulted.

Latifah’s words below…

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As her sister Khloe finds herself at the heart of a Jordyn Woods-fuelled media crisis, Kylie Jenner has good reason to celebrate.

Find out why below…

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VH1 have kept folk fed with the varying instalments of their ‘Love & Hip-Hop’ franchise. But few, if any, can rival the popularity of the show’s Atlanta branch.

Missed it? We thought as much

Thankfully, the big V is revving up the ‘Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta’ for its highly anticipated 8th season.

Blasting onto televisions on March 25th at 8/7c, the next cycle of the ratchet reality favorite will see Faith Evans join new husband Stevie J and immediately get into the mix with ex Mimi Faust.

Elsewhere, Rasheeda adjusts to life with Kirk‘s new child, Dancehall diva Spice sparks race controversy, and Karlie Redd embarks on a new journey. All this and much more.

Check out the first look trailer below…

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta has returned for its 11th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is losing none of its sassy steam.

Already delivering on its promise of shady twists and turns, the latest outing of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Nene, Kandi, Porsha Cynthia, Eva and new addition Shamari DeVoe will be serving up on episode 17 / season 11?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out out below…

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Can you believe we’ve already reached Season 14 of NBC’s hit reality competition series, ‘America’s Got Talent’?

Yet, as the show is currently taping auditions and looking for fresh new talent to light up its stages, the network opted to take a similar approach by refreshing its judging panel as well.  Ousting model Heidi Klum and Spice Girls singer Mel B from the series after they both hopped aboard in season 8, actress Gabrielle Union and singer/dancer/actress Julianne Hough have taken their place and will join returning judges Simon Cowell and comedian Howie Mandel.

Seeming right at home behind those buzzers, the two newcomers will make their debut alongside new host actor Terry Crews (who’s taking the place of former emcee/supermodel Tyra Banks).

See photos of all the action inside:

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