Whitney Houston‘s story is set for the spotlight like never before.

Well-treaded terrain, both during the legend’s life and following her 2012 passing, her story is receiving the big-screen biopic treatment with the arrival of ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody.’

Due in theaters this December, the film sets out to serve as the most seismic and most definitive take on a narrative like no other.

Directed by Kasi Lemons, ‘I Wanna Dance’ is written and produced by Anthony McCarten – who helmed Oscar winner ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ (the blockbuster biopic about Queen). It notably serves as the only film production on Houston’s life to be released in partnership with the diva’s Estate and longtime collaborator Clive Davis in the mix. A move that will see the flick feature original recordings of the icon’s music too.

Ahead of its arrival in theaters, Sony Pictures has unveiled the first-look trailer – showcasing lead Naomi Ackie as Houston and the lifelong span the film will delve into.

What are you waiting for? Watch the trailer below…

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The 73rd Annual Primetime EMMYs may have rocked headlines in 2021 for ending a multi-year ratings slump for the ceremony (as we reported here), but its successor can’t boast the same.

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After thrilling audiences in 2020 with its inaugural season led by Xosha Roquemore and Alano Miller, Ava Duvernay‘s anthological romantic drama is finally back to kick off its sophomore run.

Set for premiere October 4 on OWN, this season is led by Joy Bryant and Henry Simmons but also stars familiar faces Richard Roundtree and Terri J. Vaughn.

According to the official plot description, season 2 will see “the rekindling of a romance told — the love story of Ellis Moran (Henry Simmons) and Sunday St. James (Joy Bryant), who fell in love in high school but find themselves reunited in beautiful New Orleans. Ellis is a former basketball player who is now a single father of two, and Sunday is a vegetarian celebrity chef on the cusp of fame.”

Hop inside to see its gripping trailer.

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Wendy Williams has checked into a wellness facility, it has been confirmed.

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With Halloween fast approaching, Netflix brings the fright and the funny with new movie ‘The Curse of Bridge Hollow.’

Anchored by Marlon Wayans and co-starring Kelly Rowland, the film follows the story of a father (Wayans) and his teenage daughter (played by Priah Ferguson).

An array of unforeseen events (which bring the term “close to home” a whole new meaning) see them forced to team up and save their town after an ancient and meddling spirit causes chaos.

Jeff Wadlow takes the directorial helm of the movie, which also stars Rob Riggle, John Michael Higgins, Nia Vardalos, Lauren Lapkus, Holly J. Barrett, Myles Vincent Perez, Abi Monterey, and Helen Slayton-Hughes.

Prior to its October 14 premiere on the streamer, check out the first-look trailer after the jump…

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Class is in session this Fall on Netflix.

For, the masses will be welcomed to ‘The School for Good and Evil’ on October 19.

The eagerly anticipated film centers on oddball best friends Sophie (Sophia Anne Caruso) and Agatha (Sofia Wylie), who find themselves on opposite sides of a ferocious battle when they are swept away into an enchanted school where aspiring heroes and villains are trained to protect the balance between Good and Evil.

Boasting an all-star assembly of names such as Kerry Washington, Charlize Theron, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, and Patti LuPone, the Paul Feig-directed movie is based on Soman Chainani’s like-titled book, ‘The School for Good and Evil.’

Ahead of its arrival, watch the first-look trailer after the jump…

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As part of the classic 80’s sitcom ‘227,’ actress Jackee Harry gave life to one of TV’s most memorable supporting characters – the sassy “Sandra Clark.”

Noted for her fashion-forward ensembles, quick quips, and unmistakable voice, portrayal of “Clark” would eventually lead Harry into EMMY history books when she became the first Black woman to win the “Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy” trophy in 1987.

Holding on as the sole Black female winner in the category for nearly 40 years, that status changed Monday (September 12) when she was finally joined by another veteran screen star:  Sheryl Lee Ralph.

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The 2022 EMMY Awards certainly provided many-a-notable moment courtesy of the host of television stars who took to the stage to be honored.

Now, after historic upsets, heart-warming accepting speeches, and jaw-dropping fashion ensembles, see who walked away with the Kenan Thompson-hosted show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

A full winners list awaits below:

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Two years after making history for becoming the youngest lead actress to ever collect a trophy in EMMYs’ drama category (as we reported here), ‘Euphoria’ star Zendaya must be in just that after repeating the feat at the award show’s 2022 ceremony.

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Just weeks after clapping back at the haters (*ahem* Aries Spears) while collecting her first MTV VMA at the 2022 ceremony (as we reported here), Lizzo took to the stage of the 74th annual EMMY Awards Monday night (September 12) to accept yet another major industry trophy.

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The 2022 Primetime EMMYs aired Monday night (September 12), and – when not dropping jaws for shocking wins and upsets – saw itself penciled in record books for a number of reasons.

None know this better than ‘Abbott Elementary’ stars Quinta Brunson and Sheryl Lee Ralph – both of whom took home golden statuettes and walked right into the show’s history halls by doing so.

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HBO Max is turning the volume all the way up on Issa Rae’s new show ‘Rap Sh!t.’

For, it’s been announced that the streamer has commissioned a second season of the music series.

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