The Michael Jackson biopic, ‘Michael,’ continues to add major brass to its cast.

For, Colman Domingo has on-boarded the hotly anticipated Lionsgate production in a central role.

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Despite being one of R&B’s most underrated gems, Chante Moore is easily one of the most consistent concert draws of her class thanks to a diehard fanbase that continues to pack venues in support of her runs on the live music circuit.

In late 2023 the R&B diva announced her latest Stateside jaunt – the ‘Sway and Slay Tour’ – would see dates spill over into 2024 with major U.S. markets like New York, Boston, Nashville, and Atlanta on the list.

Already winning rave reviews from concertgoers in Chicago and other metros, Moore got more of that energy from Houston attendees when she took to the city’s Arena Theatre recently to crank out fan favorites like ‘It’s Alright,’ ‘Love’s Taken Over,’ and more.

During a special segment of the show, however, the songstress paid tribute to groundbreaking divas before her like Madonna, Janet Jackson, and Sade by launching into some of their biggest hits.

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An undocumented immigrant willing to do whatever it takes to feed his family finds himself accepting a job that pays more than he bargained for in the forthcoming film ‘Bad Hombres‘ – the thrilling new crime drama from director John Stalberg, Jr.

Starring Luke Hemsworth, Tyrese Gibson, Diego Tinoco, Thomas Jane, Hemky Madera, and more, the movie is scheduled to arrive in theaters and VOD on January 26 ahead of its DVD release on March 12.

Before ‘Hombres’ hits screens, hop inside to see the official trailer.

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Nearly 3 years after the legendary Dionne Warwick captured headlines for saying she wanted singer-actress Teyana Taylor to bring her life story to the big screen via an official biographical film, the latter has confirmed the movie has been greenlit and production will soon be underway.

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Kelly Rowland takes centerstage in Tyler Perry‘s newest Netflix offering, ‘Mea Culpa.’

Starring alongside Trevante Rhodes, the GRAMMY winner takes on the titular role of Mea – a criminal defense attorney.

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‘The Color Purple’ has been wowing audiences for decades and looks set to thrill for more to come thanks to its latest revival.

Reimagined as a musical movie, the beloved tale – which centers on sisterhood and overcoming – has stormed the US box office and earned accolades in earnest. Indeed, the Blitz Bazawule-directed production has been nominated for a plethora of awards – including an Oscar.

Ahead of its UK release on January 26, That Grape Juice‘s Maya Egbo caught up with Taraji P. Henson, who opened up in earnest about playing Shug Avery, sisterhood with castmates Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks, and drawing strength from her own mother.

We also sat down with director Bazawule and producer Scott Sanders, who dished on reigniting Alice Walker’s story for a whole new audience.

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While only 25 Black female performers have been nominated for Best Supporting Actress over the Academy Awards’ 96-year history, only two of them can boast having been acknowledged by the TONY Awards for the same role.

Tuesday (January 23), ‘The Color Purple’ star Danielle Brooks made history by becoming the second.

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‘Love & Hip Hop:  Miami’ is back and blazing.

Bringing with it a host of familiar faces and a few new ones too, the long-running series promises several twists and turns with the continuation of its 5th season. All of which will see the drama dialed up on VH1.

Anchored by the likes of Trina & Trick Daddy, the show’s fifth outing also stars the likes of favorites Amara La Negra, Bobby Lytes, Shay Johnson, Safaree, Ray J, Princess, and a returning Brooke Valentine.

Newcomers include rising talent Zoey Brinxx, Florence El Luche, and the Hollywood Twins.

In a freshly unwrapped trailer for part 2 of the current season,

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Sports entertainment superstars Montez Ford and Bianca Belair are looking to maneuver from wrestling champions to ratings champions with the first season of their forthcoming reality series ‘Love & WWE.’

Chronicling how the husband-wife duo balance the physical demands of their taxing professions with their love lives, the Hulu original promises to take a deep dive behind the scenes of Ford and Belair’s personal lives as they gear up for the biggest spectacle of their careers: WrestleMania.

Ahead of the show’s premiere on February 2, hop inside to see the slamming trailer.

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Another day, another drama in the increasingly volatile breakup between Keke Palmer and her ex Darius Jackson. 

Initially defined by claims of physical, verbal, and emotional abuse, the drama escalated when leaked tapes, audio, and text messages spilled onto the internet.

Underpinning all are various legal motions filed by Keke and then Darius in response.

Now, another legal twist has arisen. Because, Sarunas Jackson, Darius’ actor brother, has filed a restraining order against Keke…and her mom Sharon Palmer. 

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It’s that time of year again. The Oscars 2024 air live on March 10 on ABC.

As is always, eyes on mass are on which movies are up for honors at the latest installment of the historic ceremony.

Moments ago, it was revealed that Danielle Brooks received a nod for Best Supporting Actress for her powerful performance in ‘The Color Purple.’

Elsewhere, Colman Domingo received a Best Actor nod for his stirring showing in ‘Rustin,‘ and Sterling K. Brown nabbed Best Supporting Actor for his role in ‘American Fiction.’

Billie Eilish also landed a nomination for Best Original Song for her ‘Barbie’ anthem ‘What Was I Made For?’

But without further ado…check out the full list of nominees at the 96th Annual Academy Awards below…

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Netflix is ready to rumble! For, the streamer has tag-teamed with the WWE to bring its flagship show, ‘WWE Monday Night RAW,’ to its platform.

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