Jussie Smollett is asserting his innocence in his widely publisized disorderly conduct case.

As reported, the embattled ‘Empire’ actor was hit with a 16-count federal indictment related to what Chicago prosecutors are calling a “staged attack.”

However, the star – who plays Jamal Lyon on the hit FOX series – is sticking by his story.

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Movie trailer alert!

This time, it’s for Marvel’s new cinematic adventure ‘The Avengers: End Game’.

In the movie, a number of familiar faces are reunited to combat evil with hopes of defeating it once and for all…with help from a new hero (or two.)

Seriously guys, this is one movie you do not want to miss out on as some of its themes will tie into the next ‘Black Panther’ release.

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August Alsina has learned that he is being sued for 20,000 dollars.

Bad news for a great singer/songwriter below….

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As reported, Raz-B sensationally quite B2K‘s ‘Millennium’ reunion tour only to rejoin.

Now, he’s speaking up and out about why.

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Despite having shared the stage with the likes of former band Fifth Harmony, Urban hitmaker Khalid, and more, Normani – albeit no stranger to setting stages alight by her lonesome – hasn’t had many televised performances as the show leader.  Last night’s appearance on the “Tonight Show” (March 13) was one of many strides to change that.

A month after premiering the long-awaited visual to her debut solo single, ‘Waves’ (click here to watch), the burgeoning diva called on the song’s collaborator, 6LACK, to assist for the tune’s inaugural televised outing. Undoubtedly a bid to push the song into a Hot 100 placement (which has eluded it as of time reported), look inside to see how ‘Mani fared:

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Legendary “shock jock” Howard Stern may be celebrating news his first book in 20 years, ‘Howard Stern Comes Again,’ is already #1 on Amazon two months ahead of its official release (May 14), but that didn’t stop him from clapping back at Wendy Williams after the daytime talk show hostess insinuated Hollywood has changed him.

On the March 13th episode of ‘The Wendy Williams Show,’ Wendy – after praising Stern for his influence on her career – also stated:

“You started like me, being of the people. But at some point you sat behind the microphone for too long and now you are the people. It hurts,” she added.

The suggestion that he’s a ‘Hollywood insider’ didn’t sit well with Stern.  Look inside to read his fiery clap back:

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With over 65 million records sold worldwide and 15 Grammys won, singer/songwriter Alicia Keys has earned respect from peers, critics, forerunners, and fans alike in her nearly two decade tenure in the music industry.  Now, as she readies those very same supporters for the newest entry to her prized discography (click here to read more), the 38-year-old is writing a new chapter in her storied career – literally.

Via a project announced by the legendary media Queen Oprah Winfrey, Keys – whose resume already boasts efforts in film, music, philanthropy, and a rumored forthcoming talk show – is adding a new title to her lengthy list of accomplishments:  author.

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Normani is on quite the roll!

Since flying from the nest of Fifth Harmony, the rising solo star has been a soaring force on the charts.

First, she nabbed a top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 with omnipresent Khalid collaboration ‘Love Lies’ and now Sam Smith duet ‘Dancing With A Stranger’ has helped her cross a major milestone.

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After years of eligibility, Janet Jackson is at long last set for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. 

Billed as one of the top honors an artist can receive in their career, the award will see the 52-year-old further cement herself as one of the greatest acts of all-time. Indisputably.

And moments ago, it was announced that Janelle Monae will be on-hand to help immortalize Ms. Jackson into the coveted Hall at the March 29th ceremony.

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Check out Ciara!

The R&B siren scorches like only she can in the April issue of InStyle magazine.

Rocking Givenchy, the stage-blazer poses it up for a feature that also sees her open up about launching her own record label (Beauty Marks Entertainment), her new album, and overcoming doubt.

Peep pics and quotes below…

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B2K may have just set sail on their ‘Millennium Tour,’ but drama has abound.

Many were positively surprised to see the group mend fences after years of public back and forth surrounding shadowy figures from their past.

And while that seemed to be in rearview, it’s reared its head again. Because member Raz-B announced his departure from the US trek.

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Lady Gaga is riding high after hitting #1 on the Billboard Hot and collecting her first Oscar.

And while some would rest on their laurels, Mother Monster seems to have new music as her firm focus. Because she’s teasing her 6th studio album in a major way.

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