The nominations for the 2021 Golden Globe Awards have been announced – and it’s good news for the likes of Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Andra Day, Daniel Kaluuya, John Boyega, H.E.R., and Regina King.

As some of Hollywood’s most notable names, they have racked up noms for their efforts in titles including ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,’ ‘One Night In Miami,’ ‘Judas & The Black Messiah,’ ‘The United States Vs. Billie Holiday,’ and ‘Soul.’ 

Find out below who’s up for what at the 78th annual spectacle, which airs live on February 28 2021 on NBC.

The full nominations list awaits after the jump…

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‘Coming 2 America’ is almost here!

Premiering March 5 2021, the sequel to 1988’s ‘Coming To America’ is set to make a major splash on Amazon’s Prime Video.

Led by returning duo Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall, this chapter sees Prince Akeem on the cusp of becoming king of Zamunda when he discovers he has a son he never knew about in America — a street-savvy Queens native named Lavelle. To honor the former king’s dying wish to groom his grandson as the crown prince, Akeem, and Semmi head back to America.

The cast also includes the likes of Tracy Morgan, Jay Pharaoh, Jermaine Fowler, Teyana Taylor, and Wesley Snipes.

 

Adds An Enjoyable New Chapter To A Classic – journeying down memory lane is always tricky terrain with a franchise as loved as ‘Coming To America.’ In this instance, the 30-year timeframe

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Having produced projects for Lifetime in the past, Wendy Williams is no stranger to raking in massive ratings for the women’s network.

That’s why it should be no surprise the movie centered on the storied life of the self-proclaimed ‘Queen of All Media’ herself reigned over Saturday night (January 30) TV ratings in a major way.

Look inside to see the numbers that catapulted ‘Wendy Williams: The Movie’ to the #1 spot.

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It’s been over a year since the last time fans of VH1’s ‘Basketball Wives’ learned the latest happenings of its feisty cast led by Shaunie O’Neal (who also serves as executive producer), Malaysia Pargo, Evelyn Lozada, Jackie Christie, Jennifer Williams, Kristen Scott, Ogom “OG” Chijindu, and Feby Torres.

Despite its lengthy delay (some of which was caused by the global health crisis), the trailer to the reality show’s new season return is proving the ladies haven’t skipped much of a beat.

Welcoming newcomers Liza Morales, Nia Dorsey, and Noria Dorsey to the madness, look inside to see what you can expect from the series’ 9th swing at back – which will also see the cast tackle heavier topics like police brutality, systemic racism, and the Black Lives Matter movement.

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After rocking TV ratings charts with original films like ‘Robin Roberts Presents:  Stolen by My Mother:   The Kamiyah Mobley Story’ (Niecey Nash), ‘Chris Watts:  Confessions of a Killer’ (Ashley Williams), ‘The Long Island Serial Killer: A Mother’s Hunt for Justice’ (Kim Delaney), and more for its true crime franchise ‘Ripped from the Headlines,’ Lifetime is rolling out its next themed thriller of that vein via the Meagan Good-led ‘Death Saved My Life.’

Produced by Jarrett Creative, the Seth Jarrett-directed film tackles the topic of women and “pseudo-suicide” – the phenomenon of faking one’s death (often to escape perilous conditions).

Ahead of the movie’s premiere next Saturday (February 13), look inside to see its inviting trailer.

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Ryan Coogler is making major moves!

For, the ‘Black Panther’ director has signed a seismic multi-year TV deal with Disney. 

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In breaking news, it’s been announced that Dustin Diamond, famed for playing Screech in ‘Saved By The Bell,’ has sadly died. He was 44.

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Nene Leakes is continuing her tirade against Bravo in the wake of her departure from the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

As reported, the reality star has demanded fans “boycott” the show – citing questionable claims of discrimination.

Today, Leakes pressed on with her expressions of “outrage” and even vowed to call out her former cast-mates.

Her words below…

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 13th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is losing none of its luster.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi, Kenya, Porsha Cynthia, and newcomer Drew Sidora will be serving up on episode 9 / season 13?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out below…

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Shonda Rhimes has only just landed at Netflix and has already rocketed to the top.

For, ‘Bridgerton’ – the first show to spring forth from her mega deal with the streamer – has been named the platform’s biggest series ever.

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After months of buzz, ‘Wendy Williams: The Movie’ premieres this weekend on Lifetime.

The action-packed biopic sees Ciera Payton transform into the shock jock-turned-daytime talk show host and no stone is left unturned.

Directed by Darren Grant, the television movie chronicles the 56-year-old’s publicized highs and lows. From her divorce drama with Kevin Hunter, miscarriages, family life, and more.

As if that wasn’t enough, the flick will also be accompanied by a feature-length documentary titled ‘The Wendy Williams Story…What a Mess!’ 

Ahead of Lifetime’s Wendy Williams weekend, That Grape Juice‘s Chet caught up with Payton to discuss what it was like playing the media maven.

Watch above and be sure to let us know what you think.

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‘Wendy Williams: The Movie’ premieres Saturday, January 30 at 8pm ET/PT.
Documentary ‘The Wendy Williams Story: What A Mess!’ follows at 10pm ET/PT.

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Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Academy, EMMY, and TONY-award winning actress who helped break Hollywood’s color barriers on film and television over her nearly 70-year career, passed away Thursday (January 28) at 96-years-old – just two days after the release of her memoir, ‘Just As I Am.’

The report of her passing from her manager, Larry Thompson, did not include information about the cause of death.

Easily one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actresses during her lifetime, news of the screen Queen’s life transition only saw that celebration amplified as fans, admirers, industry insiders, and fellow entertainers took to social media in droves to remember the icon.

Relating to the latter, look below to see what the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kerry Washington, Tyler Perry, Beyoncé, Angela Bassett, Mariah Carey, Barack & Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, & more had to say:

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