When the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ returns for its 14th season this Sunday (May 1), it’ll serve as Marlo Hampton‘s first as a full-time peach-holder.

A longtime fixture on the hit Bravo series, she’s been upgraded to an expanded role following the departures of Porsha Williams and Cynthia Bailey.

Stopping by The Wendy Williams Show, the fashionista and owner of Le Archive chopped it up with guest host Michael Rapaport.

During the candid sit-down, Marlo praised the “organic” relationships at the center of the new season, insisted Porsha will not be missed and opened up about her love life.

Check out the fun-filled interview below…

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Whitney Houston‘s story is well-treaded terrain – both during the legend’s life and following her 2012 passing.

However, a new big-screen biopic, ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody,’ sets out to serve as the most seismic and most definitive take on a narrative like no other.

Helmed by Sony’s TriStar, the film is directed by Kasi Lemons and is written and produced by Anthony McCarten – who helmed Oscar winner ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ (the blockbuster biopic about Queen). Furthermore, with Houston’s Estate and longtime collaborator Clive Davis in the mix, the flick will feature her iconic music too.

More than anything, the attention of the masses is on the actress stepping into the role of The Voice.

With that recently confirmed to be Naomi Ackie, folk have received their first look at her as Whitney in the freshly unwrapped official poster for ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody.’

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Bad Bunny continues to make a splash across a multitude of mediums.

Because while dominating the musical landscape, the multi-hyphenate star is set to shine on the big screen as the lead in Marvel’s newly announced film franchise, ‘El Muerto.’

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It goes without saying that ‘White Chicks’ has long stood as a comedy classic.

Helmed by brothers Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans, the 2004 film saw the dynamic pair play FBI agents who go undercover as caucasian sisters.

Generating over $113 million on a $37 million budget, the movie was not just hugely successful, but hugely also profitable.

And, per Marlon, the latter is at the center of the hold-up for a much-demanded sequel.

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Chris Rock‘s Mom, Rose Rock, is the latest name to sound off on the Oscars slap seen around the world.

As widely reported, at the 94th Annual Academy Awards, Will Smith hit the stage and then struck comedian Chris on the live broadcast after the latter threw an awkward hair jab at his wife Jada Pinkett Smith (who suffers from alopecia).

The aftermath has dominated the headlines; indeed there have been apologies, a voluntary resignation, and Will being banned from attending the Oscars for ten years. And just yesterday (April 23), the ‘King Richard’ actor was spotted in India where he is reportedly seeking the guidance of a renowned spiritual guru.

With the world at large still in deep debate about the slap, Rose Rock is the latest to weigh in.

Find out what she had to say after the jump…

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Will Smith has made his first appearance since the slap seen around the world. And it’s in India.

As widely reported, the actor laid the smackdown on Chris Rock at the 94th Annual Oscars after the comedian made a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith‘s bald ‘do (which was caused by the health issue alopecia).

The fallout was thick and fast and was defined by apologies, a voluntary resignation, and Will being banned from attending the Oscars for ten years.

Amidst the drama, the superstar – who won the best Best Actor honor for his performance in ‘King Richard’ – maintained that he would be seeking help to work through his issues.

And it appears that he’s making good on that promise.

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Mark May 20 on those calendars, because ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ for season 7.

And there’s a seismic twist.

Historically, the spin-off of the mothership show, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ has largely served as a chance at redemption for renowned queens who may not have snatched the crown during their stints on the show.

However, with the seventh installment of the series, the cast is totally comprised of those been victorious already.

Competing to be Queen of Queens (and bag the $200,000 cash prize) will be (in alphabetical order):

Alexis Michelle (season 9), Darienne Lake (season 6), Heidi N Closet (season 12), Jaymes Mansfield (season 9), Jessica Wild (season 2), Jimbo (Canada’s Drag Race season 1 and UK vs the World), Kahanna Montrese (season 11), Kandy Muse (season 13), Kandy Muse (season 13), LaLa Ri (season 13), Monica Beverly Hillz (season 5), Mrs. Kasha Davis (season 7) and Naysha Lopez (season 8).

Ahead of its premiere on Paramount+, check out the first look trailer for ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 7.’

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As Ne-Yo fans ready themselves for the release of ‘Self-Explanatory,’ the long-awaited succeeding studio album to 2018’s ‘Good Man,’ more good news surfaces about projects the 42-year-old is attached to.

Just months after winning rave reviews for starring opposite Keri Hilson and Serayah in VH1’s ‘Hip Hop Family Christmas,’ the singer (born Shaffer Smith) is reuniting with the latter for yet another yuletide-flavored flick.

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It’s finally time to wave goodbye to ‘This Is Us.’ 

Anchored by a stellar cast, which includes the likes of Sterling K. Brown, Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Susan Kelechi Watson, the NBC drama follows the lives – past, present, and future – of The Pearson family.

And during its six years on air, it’s pierced its way into the hearts of millions worldwide.

Blended, complex, and layered, the relatives and their narrative remain as compelling as ever heading into the eagerly anticipated season 6.

With its swan song season already proving, check out a sneak peek of episode 14 below…

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Nene Leakes has been murmuring about taking legal action after being let go from the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

Well, now the 54-year-old has delivered on her promise – firing off an explosive lawsuit against the various producers of the hit show.

However, some are wondering whether the star has shot herself in the foot.

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As multidimensional maestros go, few can rival the resonance of Snoop Dogg.

Indeed, from dominating the charts to making a mark across a multitude of mediums, the superstar has morphed into more than a musician – he’s a Pop cultural icon.

Proving that his skills know no bounds, Snoop has joined forces with Kelly Clarkson to host NBC’s newest show, ‘American Song Contest.’

Helmed by the producers of NBC’s ‘The Voice’ and ‘Eurovision Song Contest,’ the live series features 56 performers (bands, solo artists, or duos) – including representatives from all 50 states. Each week, they compete for a chance to win the country’s vote for the “best hit song.”

With the competition underway, Snoop chopped it up with That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid about navigating the various versions of himself that we’ve come to know and love in the context of this particular show.

Check out the chat above.

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‘American Song Contest’ airs Monday nights at 8:00pm ET/PT on NBC

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After eight roller-coaster years of marriage, ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Ashley Darby has officially split from her husband Michael.

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