Andra Day is the name on everyone’s lips after the February 26 premiere of ‘The United States Vs. Billie Holiday.’

While critical acclaim continues to roll in for her stunning performance as the film’s iconic titular character, Day is now the proud owner of a Golden Globe trophy after winning in the ‘Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama’ category at the ceremony’s 78th annual edition Sunday night (Februrary 28).

And though she gave one of the night’s most heartfelt acceptance speeches, the 36-year-old later suggested the triumph was bittersweet as she is only the second Black woman to ever win in the category.

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After a nearly two month delay due to the global health crisis, the 78th annual Golden Globe Awards kicked off in grand style Sunday night (February 28).

Hosted by Amy Poehler and Tina Fey, the virtual ceremony was bicoastal – with Poehler presenting from The Beverly Hilton in California (where the awards ceremony is usually held) and Fey from the Rainbow Room in New York City.

Honoring some of 2020’s best and brightest movers and shakers across the big and small screens, look inside to see who walked away with trophies from the Globes’ 2021 edition:

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Viral sensation TS Madison is looking to take her charms from the Internet to the small screen thanks to a new reality venture with WEtv.

Titled ‘The TS Madison Experience,’ the series documents the viral diva’s on her quest to become the world’s first Black trans talk show host.

Joining forces with reality TV icon Tiffany ‘New York’ Pollard along the way, look inside for your first peek at how Maddie’s set to make her dreams come true.

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Keri Hilson takes center stage – this time as an actress.

The singer swaps the stage for the screen in the new movie ‘Don’t Waste Your Pretty’ – which premieres on TV One on Sunday, February 28. 

Based on the eponymous novel penned by award-winning author and media personality Demetria L. Lucas, the film follows a group of tight-knit friends as they work out their turbulent life issues and love lives. They turn to each other for comfort when jobs, romance, or family interactions prove more complicated than they had ever imagined.

That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with Hilson who opened up about playing Mykah Jones, venturing into acting, and her music career.

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‘Don’t Waste Your Pretty’ – which also stars Deborah Joy Winans and Redaric Williams – premieres this Sunday, February 28 at 8 P.M./7C, only on TV One.

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For well over a decade, the ‘Real Housewives’ franchise has dominated and arguably defined the reality TV landscape.

Whether it’s the sassy peaches of Atlanta or the fiery femmes of New Jersey or the etiquette-obsessed ladies of Potoamc, each branch of the ‘Housewives’ brand has proven to be must-see TV in its own right.

Now, it looks like fans are in for a supersized treat.

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If folk think season 13 of the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ is delivering the drama, then buckle up for a whole lot more.

A titillating new mid-season trailer has been released and points to an array of twists and turn-ups that promise to bring the action to boiling point.

Per the sneak peek below, the drama between newcomers Drew Sidora and LaToya Ali boils to hissing degrees, while Porsha and Kenya (and Marlo) are at odds anew. Elsewhere, Cynthia‘s wedding takes center stage. All this and a whole lot more.

What are you waiting for? Watch after the jump…

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It’s official!

‘The Game’ plays on and this time on Paramount+.

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The influence of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ continues to shante its way across the media sphere.

The drag competition format is now getting its own singing competition spin-off as part of Paramount+‘s slate of reality television series.

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More adventures are to come with Tommy Pickles, Chuckie Finster, Angelica Pickles, Susie Carmichael and Phil and Lil DeVille.

For, a new ‘Rugrats’ revival has been announced for the streaming service Paramount+.

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Fans of MTV‘s ‘Unplugged’ and ‘Behind The Music’ can celebrate today.

For, ViacomCBS announced that the shows would be returning during its streaming event presentation for Paramount +. 

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It’s finally here!

After ample teasing in the days preceding its arrival, the time has come for ‘Ungodly Hour’ – the latest music video from Parkwood pair Chloe x Halle.

The Alfred Marroquín-directed clip sees the duo breathe new life into the title track of their sophomore album by giving its accompanying visual a futuristic twist.

Is it just what the doctor ordered to push its parent album back to the top of R&B charts?  Watch inside and tell us:

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All roads lead to Easter for Danielle Brooks and her highly anticipated portrayal of Mahalia Jackson in the Gospel trailblazer’s Lifetime biographical film.

Presented by award-winning journalist and news anchor Robin Roberts, the made-for-TV movie is set to chronicle Jackson’s humble beginnings in the Jim Crow South to her historic rise to fame – a barrier-breaking journey that saw her publicly wage war for civil rights and equality alongside the likes of Dr. Martin Luther King while privately battling her own personal woes.

Just a month after Roberts took to ‘Good Morning America’ to give viewers their “first look” at the film (as we reported here), its official trailer has finally arrived.

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