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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After opening to a viewership audience of 3.91 million with its premiere episode in September 2019, ‘Mixed-ish’ – the prequel spinoff sitcom from ABC juggernaut comedy ‘Black-ish’ – continued to draw strong ratings across the remainder of its 24-episode season 1 run, a consistency rewarded with a season 2 renewal.

Just 7 months after its first season’s finale, the Tika Sumpter Mark-Paul Gosselaar-led series returned to screens January 26.

And if the viewership figures are anything to judge by, fans of the show apparently couldn’t wait to see the latest happenings of “Bow,” “Paul,” “Harrison,” Alicia,” and the gang.

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Self-proclaimed “King of the South” T.I. has been the center of king-sized controversy all week.

Just days after his wife – Tameka “Tiny” Harris – took to social media to defend him against resurfaced allegations from Atlanta businesswoman Sabrina Peterson that he held her at gunpoint in front of her children (click here to read more), the GRAMMY-winner/social activist is now being blasted by reports he was involved in a sex trafficking ring.

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In news that’s sent the entertainment industry reeling, legendary screen actress Cicely Tyson has died.

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Dane Baptiste has long commanded the laughs with his unbridled brand of comedy.

And he continues along said trajectory with new BBC show ‘Bamous.’

The provocative special is centred on the NASBLAQ, a mythical stock index for black and famous talent.

Baptiste, who is joined by a cast of up and coming comedians, explores the NASBLAQ through a series of stand-up routines, topical updates and sketches that will no doubt leave viewers in stitches.

That Grape Juice caught up with the comic, who opened up about ‘Bamous,’ Black representation in the media sphere, and much more.

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When FX’s ‘Snowfall’ ended its third season in 2019, the finale garnered the series’ third highest ratings figure to date.

But if the buzz preceding the February 24-kickoff of its fourth season is anything to judge by, it’s on track to set an even higher personal record with its returning episode.

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Season 13 of the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ is heating up and the drama between newcomers Drew Sidora and LaToya Ali has been taking center-stage.

And it looks like things are finally come to a head on the next episode this coming Sunday.

For, during the group’s South Carolina trip, the freshman pair threw shade grenades aplenty – with neither wigs nor husbands being off limits.

See what we mean in all new previews below…

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‘Married To Medicine’ is back for its 8th 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 instalment, which premieres on Sunday March 7, promises to make for magnetic viewing.

In a freshly unleashed trailer, Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, and Dr. Contessa Metcalfe are all back in the mix. They are joined by newcomer Anila Sajja.

Alums Lisa Nicole Cloud, Quad Webb and Kari Wells all appear as Friends Of.

What are you waiting for? Watch the first look trailer below…

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