The ‘Dancing With The Stars’ season 31 cast has been unveiled! And the list brings with it a number of notable names.

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Jennifer Hudson has long-defined what it means to be multihyphenate in the contemporary climate. And now her illustrious career is set to add a fresh dimension as the superstar sets sail with her own daytime talk show.

Aptly christened The Jennifer Hudson Show, the hotly anticipated series is powered by the team behind Ellen.

Premiering on Fox stations on September 12 (her 41st birthday), the EGOT winner‘s arrival in the talk space promises to be unique.

That Grape Juice caught up with the force, who dived into detail about what to expect from the show, being inspired by the likes of Oprah Winfrey, dream guests, and a whole lot more.

Watch our  Q&A above and head below for more on The Jennifer Hudson Show…

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As comedian Aries Spears saw his name soar to trending heights on social media two weeks ago in response to his unprovoked criticism of GRAMMY-winning singer Lizzo and her physique (as we reported here), a number of commenters – celebrity and all – weighed in on the topic.

Among the more headline-grabbing responses was that of actor-comedian Mike Epps, who not only called Spears a ‘b*tch’ for his initial statement but also said he looked ‘sick and dirty.’

During a recent chat with VLAD TV, Aries was quizzed on his thoughts about Epps’ comments.  In his reply, he revealed his beef with Mike goes back much further than the Lizzo quip and suggested ‘The Upshaws’ star’s true motive for speaking out was deeper than the defense of the ‘About Damn Time’ singer.

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It’s time to say goodbye to ‘Queen Sugar.’

Since its debut in 2016, the Ava DuVernay-helmed show has proven a sweet treat for fans, who quickly embraced its compelling narrative and were wowed weekly by the stunning performance of its cast.

Anchored by stars Kofi Siriboe, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Bianca Lawson, and Rutina Wesley, ‘Queen Sugar’ chronicles the complicated lives of the Bordelon clan in the deep south.

A consistent ratings performer for OWN, the NAACP Image Award-winning show is considered one of the network’s flagship offerings.

Ahead of the premiere of its seventh and final season tonight (September 6), That Grape Juice‘s Shar Jossell sat down with Bianca Lawson and Rutina Wesley, as well as Tina Lifford and Omar Dorsey. The stars collectively opened up about the end of ‘Queen Sugar’ and what viewers can expect from its concluding chapter.

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The ‘Real Housewives Of Potomac’ are back!

Mark October 9 on those calendars, because said date brings with it the return of the popular Bravo series.

Gone are the days where the Madams of Maryland squabbled over etiquette. Because in the show’s seventh season, the drama escalates to new levels.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Candiace Dillard, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton are all back in the mix.

RHOP OG Charrisse Jackson Jordan re-joins the ladies in a Friend Of capacity and immediately rustles feathers. Mia’s pal Jacqueline Blake also boards as a Friend Of.

Prior to its premiere, check out the explosive first look trailer of the ‘Real Housewives Of Potomac’ season 7…

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Kim Kardashian continues to bask in her status as one of Pop culture’s most polarizing figures.

And she does so with an oh-so-racy cover shoot for Interview Magazine’s September issue.

The all-American-themed spread (which was lensed by Nadia Lee Cohen) sees the 41-year-old arguably embrace her spot as a contemporary take on the American Dream (for some) as well as a controversial revising of it (by others).

True to the publication’s name, Kardashian was also interviewed by Mel Ottenberg.

Within the feature, the mogul and mom of four waxes candid about ex-husband Kanye West upgrading her stardom and more.

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Tiffany Haddish is speaking out in the wake of a shocking lawsuit leveled against her and comic Aries Spears.

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‘Married To Medicine’ is back for its 9th season and according to the thermometer, the drama is scorching!

The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of a group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.

This edition is already making for addictive viewing.

Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, Dr. Contessa Metcalfe, Quad Webb, Toya Bush Harris, and newcomer Anila Sajja are all back in the mix. 

Want to know what the ladies are up to?

 Check out the sneak peek preview of ‘Married To Medicine’ episode 10 / season 9 below…

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The legacy of Chadwick Boseman continues to accrue fresh salutes.

For, two years after the actor’s death, the actor posthumously won a Creative Arts Emmy last night (September 3).

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Time heals all wounds, it seems.

Because, after years of feuding, Mo’Nique and Lee Daniels have mended fences in a major way.

As reported, the pair who worked together on ‘Precious’ and fell out in the aftermath of the film’s success, repaired their relationship earlier this year and have teamed up for a new project.

Now, there’s another heartwarming update.

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It was the slap seen around the world.

And five months on, the masses are still talking about Will Smith putting the paws on Chris Rock live on the Oscars 2022 stage. Especially in the wake of the storm that ensued thereafter.

One person who has noticeably been low volume about the matter is Rock himself. A move that has led many to assume a more measured (and perhaps more lucrative address is pending).

In an unexpected play, the comic briefly spoke on the matter while on the tour in the UK this week.

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Season 14 of the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ has its end in sight, but before the curtain call viewers will be treated to an explosive 3-part reunion.

As always, Andy Cohen will preside over events as the ladies aim to bring closure to a number of the dramas that transpired over the course of the season.

Taped in New York, the action-packed special will see Kenya Moore, Kandi Burruss, Sheree Whitfield, Drew Sidora,  hash out the highs, lows, and shade grenades of the Bravo reality hit’s latest installment.

Your first look at the RHOA reunion ahead of its September 11 premiere awaits below…

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