Rita Ora dazzles in a demure double spread for the September issue of Cosmopolitan UK.

The singer, who has five British #1 singles to her name, thanked the publication for featuring her and saluting the 3-year anniversary of her partnership with Adidas Originals. [Ora’s sneakers, as sported above, are her own designs]

US folk can expect to see a whole lot more of the 25-year-old later this year when she hits the small screen as host of the rebooted version of ‘America’s Next Top Model.’

In the hear and now, peep Ora’s alternate cover below…

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This summer saw Wendy Williams come under fire for questioning the necessity of African-American universities and the NAACP during a segment on her hit talkshow ‘The Wendy Williams Show.’

A conversation with Roland S. Martin on the platform saw the successful talkshow host brought up to the speed on the racist legislation that gave their creators no choice but to create them.

Thought all was well once she apologised? Unfortunately, the answer to that question is no.

For, she has given two members of the show’s camp the boot…hours after its end-of-season party.

Bad news below…

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It turns out there’s much more to the story of LeToya Luckett‘s split from fiance Rob Hill Sr. Notably the fact that, at the time of their parting, Hill was actually her husband.

Full story below…

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Vocal powerhouse JoJo lived up to her billing this morning on the Elvis Duran Show.

The singer was in the studio to perform her new single ‘F**k Apologies’ – and she did not disappoint.

Adapted to the live setting, the track (the studio version of which features Wiz Khalifa) was performed acoustically and sounded like bliss.

Watch Ms. Levesque soar like only she can after the jump…

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Will Smith isn’t the only member of his family gearing up for a busy week.

For, his son Jaden has unlocked news about the soundtrack for his brand new Netflix TV series ‘The Get Down‘ today before the release of Will’s brand new movie ‘Suicide Squad‘ on Friday.

The show is set in the 70s and tells the tale of Hip-Hop’s birth in the mean streets of New York City.

Its soundtrack, which also features material by Christina Aguilera, seeks to capture the time and support the role Smith is said to have soared in.

Catch the show when it is unlocked by Netflix on August 12th and pick up its supporting sounds on the same day!

Want pre-order details?

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Katy Perry is revving the promotional machine for her new single ‘Rise.’

The cut, which serves as NBC’s Olympics song, has ascended to #11 on the Billboard Hot 100 – just a week after its formal release.

With Pop force Perry being an undeniable streaming queen, many expect the track to climb even higher in the weeks to come – given that its accompanying video is due imminently.

To amplify buzz the singer has released another trailer, which comes armed with the debut date for the clip.

What are you waiting for? Check it out below…

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Viola Davis’ ‘How To Get Away with Murder’ returns for a third season in a matter of weeks and, thanks to the genius that is its show runner Peter Nowalk, will unlock and unleash many an insane twist.

Click here to peep its premiere date.

In serious need of Davis’ work before then? You’re in luck, because August 5th marks the spot for her brand new movie ‘Suicide Squad’ in which she stars in alongside Margot Robbie, Jared Leto and the incomparable Will Smith.

Waiting below is an interview shot on the set of the DC Comics flick which sees her share details about her character generously.

Hit the play button to enjoy the informative piece below!

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Ciara continues to make major moves.

The R&B siren is taking an all-new everything approach to her professional and personal life.

Indeed, after tying the knot with Russell Wilson, the newlywed has entered into an exciting managerial marriage.

Full story below…

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Snoop Dogg is making his way into the world of scripted television.

How he’s doing it?

Marijuana…

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With a new month upon us, it appears a new Frank Ocean album may be swimming into stores imminently.

The soulful crooner’s sophomore set ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ is easily one of the most anticipated of the year, following a lengthy spell of teasing.

Indeed, it’s been four years since the release of his ground-breaking debut ‘Channel Orange’ and details surrounding its follow-up have been few and far between. A fact which has only heightened the hype for ‘Boys.’

Said buzz reached new highs moments ago when a live broadcast went live on a designated site for the LP.

See what we mean below…

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Viola Davis’ role in ‘Suicide Squad’ has already been credited for the record breaking numbers it is on course to welcome when it opens in theatres this weekend.

How?

Teasers launched by DC Comics and the movie’s creator David Ayers to wow and woo her die-hard supporters.

One of these teasers sees her character, Amanda Waller, introduce Cara Delevigne‘s Enchantress.

Where it can be found?

Below!

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Joseline Hernandez (above) joins ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’ cast mates Jessica Dimepiece and the mononymous Tommie to push the series to impressive ratings ground in its fifth cycle.

Alas, the feuding ladies’ ferocious fighting forced their producers to scrap their annual end of season reunion to avoid an advertiser-worrying brawl.

What they’ve replaced it with?

A series of interviews with cast members weighing in on the season.

When it airs?

Tonight on VH1.

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