Dwayne Johnson is no stranger to the ring. Case in point, his ever-enduring run as The Rock. Yet, for his latest theatrical role – in ‘The Smashing Machine’ – the superstar steps into the squared circle in a compelling new capacity.

For, he stars as Mark Kerr – the real-life two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion who was the focus of the 2002 HBO documentary of the same name that chronicled his rise and struggles with addiction to pain killers.

Written and directed by Benny Safdie, the film is powered by A24 and sees Johnson transform by way of prosthetics to relay Kerr’s layered story.

With an October 3 release set, watch the first look trailer below…

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The ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ are back for season 16, and the show is ushering in a brand new era.

After an extended rest on the bench, the beloved Bravo series has had a refresh – one that unites faces known and new.

For, this iteration of RHOA is anchored by Porsha Williams, Phaedra Parks, Drew Sidora, and Shamea Morton (who has been upgraded to a peach-holder). They appear alongside fresh newcomers Britt Eady, Kelli Ferrell, and Angela Oakley. 

Cynthia Bailey returns as a Friend of the Show, with Kenya Moore also appearing in a dramatic storyline that has already generated headlines in earnest.

Watch the first look preview of RHOA season 16 / episode 9 below…

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In tragic news, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ star Jiggly Caliente has died.

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‘Sinners’ is storming the box office and is showing no signs of slowing down.

Written and directed by Ryan Coogler, the compelling vampire flick blazed its way to #1 in the US in its opening week.

And now the Michael B. Jordan-led picture is jukebox jamming its way to another week in pole position, with a seismic sum.

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Keri Hilson is back and firing on all cylinders.

This month brought with it ‘We Need To Talk: Love’ – the first of three chapters of her first album in 15 years.

The singer-songtress is also flexing her acting chops in the eagerly awaited Lifetime movie, ‘Fame: A Temptations Story.’

Hilson leads in the film alongside Keshia Chanté, with the pair taking on the role of sisters.

Together, they are the most scorching singing duo on the music scene. However, drama surfaces when they begin to question each other’s true intentions. A frightening robbery flips their world off its axis, and they are tasked with setting aside their rivalry and appetite for fame for the greater good.

That Grape Juice’s Chet Kincaid sat down with Hilson, who dished on the movie, her return to the music business, romance, the possibility of a Timbaland reunion, her love for the Bahamas, and more.

‘Fame: A Temptations Story ‘premieres  April 26 at 8/7c.

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Ryan Coogler has hit back at critics of his monumental ‘Sinners’ movie deal.

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Jerrod Carmichael is back, and he’s coming for your comfort zone.

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Shannon Sharpe‘s attorney, Lanny J. Davis, has opened up about why the Hall of Famer offered a $10 MILLION settlement to his rape accuser.

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Shannon Sharpe has announced that he has elected to “step aside” from his ESPN hosting as the drama surrounding a rape lawsuit filed against him intensifies.

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Tyler Perry‘s new Netflix TV series sees Terri J. Vaughn take center stage.

Standing tall as Mississippi’s first Black lieutenant governor, Antoinette Dunkerson, she is tasked with managing the complex political sphere and an even more layered family life. Both of which bring with them a colorful cast of characters.

Created and produced by Perry and Niya Palmer, the show also stars Jade Novah, Drew Olivia Tillman, Tré Boyd, Dyon Brooks, and Jo Marie Payton.

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The drama surrounding Shannon Sharpe continues to escalate.

For, the media powerhouse offered a staggering $10 million to settle a sexual assault lawsuit. And the fallout is raising more questions than answers.

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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ is back, and this time, it’s bigger, bolder, and packed with more queens, more drama, and a whole new game.

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