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Tamar Braxton, Evelyn Lozada, and Nivea anchor Will Packer‘s new unscripted reality series ‘Queens Court.’

Premiering March 16 on Peacock, the show sees the ladies lay bare their past relationship issues as they set sail on a fresh quest for love.

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From stunning categorical upsets to moving musical performances from the likes of Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and others, the OSCARs aired Sunday night (March 12) and delivered just what the doctor ordered to raise the ailing awards show out of its multi-year ratings slump.

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Diddy continues to flex his entrepreneurial gravitas.

Because it’s being reported that the mogul is throwing his bid into the mix to buy BET.

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When the credits rolled on the Oscars 2023, attention immediately turned to the after-parties.

And, as is customary, the Vanity Fair Oscar Afterparty was one of the hottest spots.

Held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, the star-studded event magnetized some of Hollywood’s most notable names.

Names in attendance included Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Ciara, Russell Wilson, Chloe & Halle Bailey, Usher, Christina Aguilera, Billie Eilish, Ariana DeBose, Janelle Monae,  Naomi Campbell, and more.

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Hailing from the Los Angeles Dolby Theatre, Sunday night (March 12) saw the year’s most notable movie releases honored at the 95th Annual Academy Awards for their multi-layered contributions to the world of film.

Now that the credits are done rolling on the ceremony (more commonly known as the 2023 Oscars), check inside to see who got to give an inspiring acceptance speech and who went home emptyhanded courtesy of a shocking upset.

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Angela Bassett not only “did the thing” in her jaw-dropping performance as ‘Queen Ramonda’ in 2022’s ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,’ but the 64-year-old screen legend has been “doing the thing” all award season long – capturing trophies at many of the industry’s top events (NAACP Image Awards, Golden Globes, etc.).

Assumed to be a shoo-in for the Best Supporting Actress prize at the OSCARs on Sunday night (March 12), Angela sat front row only to watch Jamie Lee Curtis snag the trophy before the show’s first hour had completed.

Bassett and Marvel fans erupted at the upset (as we reported here) – not only sending her supporters into an uproar but also igniting clap back from Curtis supporters who slammed the ‘Black Panther’ star for what they deemed unsportsmanlike conduct.

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‘The Little Mermaid’ starring Halle Bailey made an almighty splash tonight at the 95th Annual Academy Awards.

Because, during the broadcast, the first full-length trailer of the film swam onto screens amidst the Oscars excitement.

Easily one of the most anticipated movies of the year, Disney‘s revival of the classic tale hits theaters worldwide on May 26.

As widely reported, Bailey takes on the lead role of Ariel and she appears alongside Melissa McCarthy, Jonah Hauer-King, Javier Bardem, Daveed Diggs, Jacob Tremblay, and Awkwafina

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30 years after landing her first Academy Award nomination for bringing the life story of Rock Queen Tina Turner to the big screen in ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?,’ legendary film and television actress Angela Bassett was expected to finally capture her first OSCAR at the event’s 95th annual ceremony Sunday (March 12).

Much to the surprise of viewers at home, she went home empty-handed.

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The stars shine for entertainment’s biggest calendar night – the 95th Annual Grammy Awards! Live from Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, join That Grape Juice‘s peek at the industry’s biggest names just moments after they arrive at the scene.

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Much like Vibranium, back-to-back success with a prized film franchise is a rarity. And while such a touchdown is a tall task, it’s one Ryan Coogler scored with ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.’

The Marvel blockbuster bulldozed box office records upon its release last November and also made history by veering onto terrain critically that has long eluded superhero movies.

Indeed, Angela Bassett nabbed the studio’s first Oscar action nomination for her powerful portrayal of Queen Ramonda.

All of this was achieved while the cast and crew involved navigated the tragic loss of lead actor Chadwick Boseman.

That Grape Juice caught up with Coogler at the AAFCA Awards 2023, where he opened up about the season of success the film is enjoying, honoring Boseman, Bassett’s strides, and more.

Check out the director’s EXCLUSIVE interview with TGJ’s Shar Jossell above and be sure to let us know…

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Start your engines because season 15 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ is here.

Toasting a major milestone, the latest installment of the Emmy Award-winning series once again sees the groundbreaking drag force lead the search for America’s Next Top Drag Superstar.

Like millions across the globe, we’re already glued to screens and loving the array of characters all vying for glory on the hit competition.

With episode 12 set to air on Friday, check out a sneak peek before it hits screens…

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For many, Kandi Burruss has long defined the “real” on the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

Indeed, the fan-favorite has amassed a seismic following with her candidness and authenticity.

And while she’s found ample favor with viewers, the multifaceted entrepreneur has come up against vitriol from some of her castmates of late.

Speaking with That Grape Juice at the 2023 Essence Black Women in Hollywood gala, the star revealed that in season 15 of RHOA “they coming for me! Even the new girl.”

This is on the heels of Kenya Moore exclusively sharing with us that the new chapter of the show is “fire” and amid the bitter divorce drama between Drew Sidora and her husband Ralph Pittman.

Kandi’s appearance on the hotly anticipated new installment of Housewives comes as she navigates even more chaos in the captivating Bravo series ‘SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B.’

Check out Kandi’s EXCLUSIVE interview with TGJ’s Shar Jossell above and be sure to let us know…

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