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

What are you waiting for? Watch after the jump…

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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.

See and sound off on the Oscars fashion hits and misses below.

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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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‘SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B’ is already proving a royally dramatic affair.

The hotly anticipated Bravo show spotlights the iconic groups as they prepare for an epic joint show comprised of their biggest hits.

However, in the run-up to taking to the stage, the soulful ensembles are tasked with dealing with a myriad of issues within and between their groups – and beyond.

One of the central narratives playing out is the family feud between Xscape members/sisters LaTocha and Tamika Scott – and it runs deep.

Before episode 2’s airing on Sunday night, peep a sneak peek:

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Idris Elba is back in ‘Luther: The Fallen Sun.’

After captivating audiences in the TV version of ‘Luther,’ the Hollywood titan embarks on a new chapter with the Netflix film adaption of the beloved franchise.

The fresh installment sees a hellacious serial killer terrorizing London while detective John Luther (Elba) sits behind bars. Rocked by his failure to stop the cyber psychopath who now taunts him, Luther takes matters into his own hands to ensure justice is served.

The action-packed film sees Elba joined by the likes of Cynthia Ervio and Andy Serkis for the must-see blockbuster. That Grape Juice‘s Maya Egbo caught up with the cast, who spilled on what to expect.

Check out the EXCLUSIVE interview above.

‘Luther: The Fallen Sun’ is streaming now on Netflix

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Michael B. Jordan is enjoying a resounding victory after ‘Creed III’ – which he stars in and directed – delivered knockout results at the global box office. And while some would rest on said success, the multi-hyphenate superstar is doing the opposite.

Because various sources have confirmed that Jordan is expanding the ‘Creed’ universe across film and TV on Amazon.

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‘Scream‘ is back and it’s bigger, better, and… scarier!

The latest installment of the hit horror franchise adds to an iconic tapestry that has thrilled audiences for decades.

Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett, the sixth chapter of the series – which is aptly titled ‘Scream VI’ – turns up the volume all the way up and delivers frights like never before. 

The narrative sees the four survivors of the most recent Ghostface killings leave Woodsboro behind and embark on new horizons. Needless to say, trouble follows.

That Grape Juice‘s Maya Egbo caught up with ‘Scream VI’ stars Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown, who dished on the film and what fans can expect from the flick – which hits theaters worldwide on March 13.

TGJ also sat down with the directors who lifted the lid on keeping the beloved franchise fresher than ever.

Check out our exclusive interviews above and below…

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A year after reiterating her plan to drop “one last album,” retire from music, and create a movie about her life (as we reported here), GRAMMY-nominated songbird Keyshia Cole is poised to keep at least one of those promises thanks to a newly-announced partnership with Lifetime.

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