Over 244,000 tuned in to Nickelodeon Monday night (June 29) to catch Alicia Keys host and moderate the ‘Nick News’ special, ‘Kids, Race and Unity.’

As we reported here, the virtual event – which aimed to “amplify the voices and experiences of Black kids across the country amid current events” – focused primarily on the impact of the work being done by young activists throughout the U.S.

Featuring a Q&A period with the founders and leaders of the Black Lives Matter movement, ‘Kids, Race and Unity’ was also highlighted by appearances from Naomi Campbell, Simone Biles, Chance the Rapper, and more who collectively added insight to the much-needed conversation.

Did you miss the special when it originally aired?  You can see it in full inside:

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While hot on the promo trail for his new album, ‘The Product III: StateofEmergency,’ singer August Alsina sent the internet into a state of frenzy with the revelation he had an affair with married actress Jada Pinkett Smith.  What’s more, he even claimed her husband – Academy Award-nominated star Will Smith – approved.

Just hours after his commentary went viral, Pinkett hit back by denying his jaw-dropping claims (click here to read more).  Now, her superstar hubby is following suit.

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It’s been over 20 years since Nia Long and Omar Epps shared leading screen time in 1999’s ‘In Too Deep,’ but now the veteran actors reunite for the highly anticipated Netflix film, ‘Fatal Affair.’

Directed by Peter Sullivan (who wrote the flick’s script alongside Rasheeda Garner), the movie is set to premiere on the streaming giant July 16.

According to its official press release, here are the plot details:

“Ellie (Nia Long) tries to mend her marriage with her husband after a brief encounter with an old friend David (Omar Epps) only to find that David is more dangerous and unstable than she’d realized.”

Look inside to see the suspenseful trailer.

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Circa 2009, YouTube- still in its formative years- saw a wave of charismatic characters glide into its platform and bolster its popularity with engaging original content.

At the forefront? The quick-witted and fast-paced personality Qaadir Howard.

Then in high-school, the entertainer’s YouTube channel saw him share side-splitting tales prised from his everyday life armed with unforgettable one-liners and comedic references to Pop culture.

Many believe his personality was the blueprint for Bretman Rock‘s lucrative social media act.

Now, those who wondered why Howard did not yield fruit from the garden he had a hand in planting have learned that Shane Dawson may be to blame.

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In addition to being hard-at-work on a Lionsgate-produced biopic (as we reported here), Master P finds his inspiring life story the center of another filmed endeavor: a five-part BET docuseries titled ‘No Limit Chronicles.’

Designed to “recount the remarkable journey of the label, from its extraordinary rise to decline and rebirth to prominence,” the highly anticipated TV event will feature candid interviews from No Limit insiders like label head Master P, his son Romeo Miller, Snoop Dogg, Silkk The Shocker, Mia X, Mystikal, and more.

See the official trailer inside:

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‘Pose’ was eight days into filming of its third season when the pandemic caused for an abrupt halt.

Now, at a time when the groundbreaking ballroom hit was meant to be on air, details are emerging about the behind the scenes happenings at the FX series.

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Former ‘Everybody Hates Chris’ star Terry Crews is about to make everybody hate Terry if he continues spewing what some are deeming problematic Black rhetoric.

Earlier this month (as we reported here), Crews battled backlash for a controversial tweet about “Black supremacy” and even doubled down on the stance later despite being branded a “coon” and “Uncle Tom” by his offended followers.

Now, he’s reignited fury by emphasizing his previous point through placing a lens on the #BlackLivesMatter.  See it inside:

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Phaedra Parks is back on the box!

The reality veteran makes her grand return to screens this week on the latest season of WE tv’s ‘Marriage Boot Camp: Hip-Hop Edition.’

Joined by new flame Medina Islam, Parks will appear alongside other celebrity couples who too are looking to work through their issues.

Ahead of the show’s premiere on Thursday (July 2nd), That Grape Juice caught up with the Georgia peach, who opened up about her decision to join, her relationship with Medina, and the Black Lives Matter movement.

She also answered the pressing question of whether she’d return to the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta.’

Our insightful interview with Phaedra Parks awaits below…

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Michaela Coel is on a roll!

The titan of talent is blazing a trail with self-created shows such as ‘Chewing Gum’ and most recently ‘I May Destroy You’ – the latter of which is receiving critical acclaim on both sides of the pond.

Written, directed, and executive produced by Coel, the BBC/HBO title invites viewers into the luminous world of London, as it unpacks a rivetting story of consent, race, youth culture and working in the media. All with a brand of nuance that many argue has yet to be seen on screen…until now.

In the new issue of British GQ, the star opens up about the hit which has taken the box by storm, as well as racism, and much more.

Peep pics and more below…

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Ava DuVernay.

Colin Kaepernick.

Netflix.

It’s happening.

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A new movie named ‘Cracka‘ is expected to bomb when it hits the market after a wave of movie goers announced plans to give it the cold shoulder.

Find out why below…

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Janelle Monae, Reese Witherspoon, Zendaya, Jennifer Aniston and Helen Bonham-Carter teamed up to bare all on their latest movie roles for The Hollywood Reporter’s Drama Actresses Roundtable recently.

The conversation usually sees its participants join forces in person but with COVID-19 still at large the Reporter opted to have this group of actresses share their ideas, thoughts and feelings via Zoom.

There, they discussed race, politics and how they intend to use their work to create positive changes within the realm of film.

Tune in,…

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