The ‘Power’ universe expands with the premiere of ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ – the second spinoff of the wildly popular STARZ.

Lifting off tomorrow (July 18) the show serves as a prequel that follows young a “Kanan Stark” (Mekai Curtis) as he learns the ins and outs of the drug game in New York in the ’90s.

Produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, the series stars Omar Epps, Hailey Kilgore, Joey Bada$$, Toby Sandeman, Shanley Caswell, London Brown, Malcolm Mays, Lovie Simone, and Quincy Brown alongside others.

That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with the cast ahead of the show’s debut. Check out their fun-filled interview above.

‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ premieres July 18 at 8pm ET on STARZ

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The ‘Queens’ are strutting with full steam to ABC.

This Fall the network will debut its new music drama – anchored by Brandy, Eve, Naturi Naughton, and Nadine Velazquez.

A centerpiece of the 2021-2022 Fall TV schedule, it follows a group of friends on the quest to reclaim the shine of their heyday.

See, way back when, the quad ran the music scene as a rap collective christened the Nasty Girls. Fast forward to their 40s, life is altogether different.

With a chance of establishing a new chapter, viewers will see the ladies strive for balance between their past and present as they carve out an exciting future.

Find out when the show will be hitting the box below…

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MTV‘s ‘Cribs’ is coming back and it is bringing along some of the most famed faces from several fields.

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Over a year after Jussie Smollett plead not guilty over renewed felony charges stemming from his alleged 2019 hate crime incident, the 39-year-old maintained his innocence in a Chicago hearing Wednesday (July 14).

Referring to the legal proceedings as “dog and pony show” as he entered the courtroom, the former ‘Empire’ star addressed his ‘filing a false police report’ case again – this time to a judge who will determine the next steps regarding the fate of one of his lawyers.

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After rocketing to the top of ratings’ charts for two seasons, Rocket City reality show – ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ – is back with an ample Southern serving of the drama its fans love.

Set for its season 3 premiere July 17th at 9/8c on OWN, excitement around the series has only amplified with the unveiling of an extended sneak peek into the action set to unfold.

Curious to get a taste of the latest from Melody and Martell Holt, Marsau and LaTisha Scott, and Maurice and Kimmi Grant Scott?

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The ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ is back, which means the Grand Dame Karen Huger is too.

Ever outspoken, the 58-year-old star stopped by The Wendy Williams Show today, where she dished on season 6 of the Bravo hit and much more.

Chatting it up with the former shock jock, Huger opened up about what folk can expect from the show’s latest instalment, her vow renewal with husband Ray, Monique Samuels‘ exit, and her longstanding feud with Gizelle Bryant – who she insists has a “hot box.”

 We often find ourselves remarking that “there’s only one Karen Huger”…and she certainly reminded us why.

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‘Pose’ continues to make history.

Because the final season of the groundbreaking series has yielded a game-changing nomination for lead MJ Rodriquez. 

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It’s that time of year again.

The 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards air September 19 and will celebrate the titles and talents who’ve made the most marked impact.

As the top honor in television, all eyes are on which shows and stars have nabbed nominations in the show’s 73rd year.

Well, wonder no more. Because the full list of nominations has been unveiled and brings with it major looks for ‘Pose,’ ‘Lovecraft Country,’ ‘I May Destroy You,’ and more.

Ahead of its broadcast on Sept 19 on CBS and Paramount Plus at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET, find out who is up for what at the Cedric The Entertainer-hosted show below…

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Jennifer Hudson is being tipped for awards glory ahead of the unveiling of her performance in Aretha Franklin biopic ‘Respect.’

Prior to the premiere of the MGM movie, the Oscar and GRAMMY winner poses it up on the cover of InStyle‘s August / Badass Women issue.

As well as styling and profiling for the Chrisean Rose lensed spread, Hudson seized the moment to discuss being handpicked by the Queen of Soul for the role, her ultimate goal in the entertainment industry, and more.

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Monday (July 12) marked Bill Cosby‘s 84th birthday – an occasion all the more noteworthy as it comes as his first as a free man since being imprisoned in 2018 after a conviction on three counts of felony aggravated indecent assault.

The recently released comedy legend took to social media to celebrate by sharing a heartfelt message to his ‘supporters.’

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It’s time for a second round of ‘First Wives Club.’

Fans who couldn’t get enough of Jill Scott, Michelle Buteau, and Ryan Michelle Bathé in season 1 of the BET+ breakout comedy will flip when it returns to screens July 15.

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It’s officially a wrap on the live-action adaptation of ‘The Little Mermaid.’

Halle Bailey is set to make an almighty splash as lead Ariel in the big-budget Disney adventure – which stars Melissa McCarthy as adversary Ursula, as well as Jonah Hauer-King (Eric), Awkwafina (Scuttle), and Daveed Diggs (Sebastian).

The global health crisis saw production halted a number of times. However, with perseverance, the cast and crew have completed production on the hotly anticipated flick.

Reflecting on the news, Bailey – who rose to prominence as part of sister duo Chloe x Halle – shared emotional words.

Her remarks below…

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