Justin Timberlake ignited a wave of debate after being arrested and charged for drinking while intoxicated.

And many have anchored their stance in critique of the ‘Cry Me A River’ singer.

However, JT has found support in Gayle King. who has risen to his defense.

For, the anchor went to bat for the performer in a major way while covering the segment.

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‘House of the Dragon’ is back for season 2!

The ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel returns with more dramatic twists and turns for the Targaryens.

Indeed, for its sophomore outing, the show sees civil war looming.

That Grape Juice‘s Alana Taylor was at the premiere of the fantasy series and caught up with its stars – who dished on the “epic” new installment.

Check out TGJ’s exclusive interview with the likes of Bethany Antonia (“Baela Targaryen”), Jamie Kenna (“Alfred Broome”), Matthew Needham (“Larys Strong”), Clinton Liberty (“Addam of Hull”), and Abubakar Salim (“Alyn of Hull”).

‘House of the Dragon’ airs on Sky and Now TV in the UK and HBO and Max in the US.

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‘Everybody Hates Chris’ is returning to screens – this time as an animated series.

And it now has a title!

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Does ‘Love on the Brain’ belter Rihanna have her official biopic on the brain? A recent interview suggests the answer to that question is a burning “yes”!

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Morgan Freeman is doubling down on his disdain for Black History Month.

Last April, the 87-year-old made headlines when he claimed that he hated the concept as well as the term ‘African American.’

According to the veteran actor, both are “insults.”

Now, he’s unpacking his stance the more.

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After years of anticipation, Normani released her debut album ‘Dopamine’ this week.

Powered by preceding singles ‘1:59’ and ‘Candy Paint,’ the LP sees the star shine with a body of work that is strong, assured, and all sorts of cohesive.

Continuing along the press trail for the set, the 28-year-old spoke with Vogue about finally releasing the album, her breakthrough moment artistically, and working with The Vocal Bible Brandy.

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Congratulations are in order for Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. 

Because not only are they blazing the global box office with their latest film ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die,’ but the dynamic duo also hit a major milestone with the franchise overall.

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Marlon Wayans is celebrating losing followers on social media in the wake of his pro-Pride photoshoot.

The comic showed support for the LGBTQ community by way of a touching post in which he expressed love for his transgender son.

Now, after reportedly losing more than 10,000 followers, the funnyman sent out a serious PSA to “ignorant” haters.

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Another one bites the dust.

Just a week after the kickoff of the final season of ‘Power Book II: Ghost,’ the first spinoff of STARZ’s wildly popular ‘Power‘ franchise, it’s been confirmed ‘Power Book IV: Force‘ is set to spin its last block on the network’s roster.

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Kenya Moore has reportedly been indefinitely suspended from the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

And the reason appears to center on the shocking allegations relating to a feud with newcomer Brittany Eady.

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‘Bridgerton’ has returned with season 3 part 2 and it may well be the Netflix show’s most compelling chapter yet.

Helmed by Shonda Rhimes‘ Shondaland, the series has gripped viewers since its debut and its latest installment is proving equally magnetic as the Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) narrative plays out.

That Grape Juice‘s Tavanah was on the red carpet of the season 3 part 2 premiere and caught up with a number of notable names, including

Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte), Adjoa Andoh (Lady Agatha Danbury), Emma Naomi (Alice Mondrich), Sam Phillips (Lord Debling), and Daniel Francis (Marcus Anderson). We also chatted it up with Executive Producer Shonda Rhimes, who even teased season 4.

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The Braxtons are returning to WE tv for an all-new reality show, aptly christened ‘The Braxtons.’

Serving as the follow-up to the collective’s beloved hit series ‘Braxton Family Values,’ the next chapter of the story will once again follow the lives of legend Toni Braxton and her iconic sisters Tamar Braxton, Trina Braxton, and Towanda Braxton. Matriarch Evelyn Braxton will also be in the mix.

Continuing where the preceding series left off, the show reunites the family in the wake of the passing of sister Traci Braxton and spotlights their bond and individual lives in the here and now.

As relates to the latter, folk will see Toni readying her Las Vegas residency, Tamar navigating her various ventures, Trina exploring her culinary passion, and Towanda juggling motherhood and film producing.

With an August premiere confirmed, check out an extended preview of ‘The Braxtons’ below…

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