Much like his fellow comedian-turned-late night TV host Jimmy Fallon (as we reported here), Jimmy Kimmel is battling reborn backlash from past skits that featured content many deemed racially insensitive.

In addition to using the N-word multiple times in his recently unearthed song from the 1996 comedy Christmas album, ‘A Family Christmas in Your A**,’ the EMMY-winning star has also performed in blackface.

Now, amid the growing resentment for not acknowledging the acts, he has taken to press to wield an apology.

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June 23 brings with it the premiere of the fifth and final season of OWN’s flagship series, ‘Greenleaf.’

The popular church drama, anchored by Merle Dandridge (Grace Greenleaf), Lynn Whitfield (Lady Mae Greenleaf), and Keith David (Bishop Greenleaf), the show has gripped viewers with its juicy take on what happens beyond the pulpit of one of Memphis’ most prominent (fictional) megachurches.

Now, it’s set to place a period on this installment’s final chapter.

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6ix9ine isn’t exactly among Cardi B‘s favorite people in the world, especially after he snitched to the feds that she was allegedly part of a gang being investigated for racketeering (among other crimes) as we reported here.

Her disdain for him undoubtedly grew this week after he took to social media to slam her devoted fans, affectionately called #BardiGang, and claim they attempted to sabotage his bid for Billboard’s crown position.

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Tre Melvin is recovering in hospital after he and a friend were involved in a serious car accident.

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Netflix are re-affirming their commitment to bringing African narratives, stars, and creators to the global audience.

For, the streaming giant has officially unveiled a new regal promotional video touting their broader commitment to the continent.

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While some names are in doubt for season 13 of the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta,’ Kandi Burruss‘ has confirmed that she is on-board.

The star also revealed the fate of Kenya Moore – one of her closest allies on the show.

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In 2001, the businessman Isaac Larian struck gold when he launched the Bratz dolls following his time with Mattel….home to the Barbie doll.

His net worth now sings to the tune of $1 billion.

In 2020, his company –MGA- is accused of using ideas created by the well known black influencer Amina Mucciolo to create a new doll set to generate even more wealth for the business.

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Singer, songwriter, actor, and music/TV producer John Legend has worn many hats over his illustrious career, but as revealed by Sunday’s ‘John Legend and Family: a Bigger Love Father’s Day,’ dad-of-two is the title he wears proudest.

Aired June 21, the star-studded ABC special – which featured big named guests like Anthony Anderson, Common, Michael Ealy, Ne-Yo, Shaquille O’Neal, Scottie Pippen, Marlon Wayans, Stevie Wonder, and many more – was an ode to entertainment industry fathers toplined by Legend.

Highlighted by the EGOT winner performing cuts from his recently released studio album, ‘Bigger Love’ (click here to stream), the one-hour event gave viewers a peek into his private family life with fashion model/TV personality wife Chrissy Teigen and their two children, Luna and Miles.

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Issa Rae, Sarah Paulson & Bette Midler in the same release?!

It’s happening.

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Having taken the stage by storm, ‘Hamilton’ is heading to screens worldwide.

As reported, a filmed version of the Lin-Manuel Miranda production – which tells the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton – was set for the big screen.

Yet, with the global health pandemic, plans pivoted and it’s instead heading to new streamer Disney+. A move many have hailed as a masterstroke by by the company – who are said to have won a fierce bidding war for the rights to the taped special.

Ahead of its premiere on July 3rd, an official trailer for the flick – which stars Miranda and Leslie Odom (pictured above) – has been unleashed.

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D.L. Hughley made headlines this weekend when footage of him collapsing at a Nashville comedy show went viral.

As reported, the comic was rushed to hospital in an ambulance – with his reps citing exhaustion.

Well, in a new update video, Hughley has revealed that he has discovered the source of his health challenges.

He has tested positive for COVID-19.

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D.L. Hughley has been hospitalized after collapsing during a comedy show.

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