Emmy winner Billy Porter made headlines when he bravely opened up about being diagnosed as HIV-positive.
Now, he’s shared more of his story in an emotional sit-down interview on the ‘Tamron Hall Show.’
The ‘Pose’ actor fought through tears over the course of the interview, sharing details about how he discovered he was HIV-positive in 2007, keeping it a secret, his mother’s response, and how his experience informs his performance as Pray Tell on his hit series.
Watch below…
Jennifer Hudson is heading back to the big screen and this time as the legendary Aretha Franklin in the hotly anticipated biopic ‘Respect.’
Handpicked for the role by the Queen of Soul herself, Hudson is already attracting awards buzz for her portrayal of one of the most resonating talents of all time.
Spearheaded by MGM, the Liesl Tommy movie arrives in US theaters on August 11.
When it does, it promises to deliver a raw and unvarnished take on the life of Franklin, who died three years ago.
After the unleashing on an initial look at the film, an extended trailer has been unwrapped and it’s epic.
Watch J.Hud in action alongside co-stars Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Mary J. Blige, and more below…
All roads lead to May 27 for fans of ‘Friends.’ Because said date brings with it the eagerly anticipated reunion special on HBO Max.
Aptly titled ‘Friends: The Reunion,’ it’ll see Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer join together first time in almost 18 years on camera.
With hype already at fever pitch, the group covers the latest issue of PEOPLE Magazine.
Beyond giving us all the feels from seeing the collective back together, the feature also provides a further look into what folk can expect from the one-off-special (the trailer for which you can watch here).
Check out all the action below…
Billy Porter is bravely sharing his truth. For, in a new interview, he revealed that he is HIV-positive.
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TV fans who can’t get enough of Athena (Angela Bassett), Robert (Peter Krause), Evan (Olivar Stark), and the gang are invited to buckle up for yet another wild ride because Ryan Murphy‘s first responder drama, ‘9-1-1,’ will be dialing in for a fifth season after continuing to be a ratings juggernaut for its home network, FOX.
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Check out Issa Rae on the cover of Vanity Fair!
From creating new shows to inking a blockbuster deal with WarnerMedia, the multi-hyphenate force is leveling up on all fronts.
With elevation, however, often comes letting go. And such is the case with Rae, who is gearing up for the premiere of the final season of ‘Insecure.’
Head below for pics and quotes of what to expect from the show’s last hurrah.
The ‘Queens’ are ready to take assume their thrones!
As reported, ABC has ordered a full season of the new music drama anchored by Brandy, Eve, Naturi Naughton, and Nadine Velazquez.
A centerpiece of the network’s 2021-2022 Fall TV schedule, the show tells the tale of a group of friends who have a shot at reclaiming their glory years.
In the 90s, they performed together as part of the female rap collective – the Nasty Bitches.
Fast forward to now and their lives are vastly different.
The series follows them as they navigate a new normal and the chance at another spell in the spotlight.
Set for a Fall debut, the show will air Tuesdays at 10pm on ABC.
To whet appetites, a first look teaser trailer has been unleashed. What are you waiting for? Watch below…
Congratulations are in order for Naomi Campbell.
Because the supermodel has announced she is now a super-mother, after welcoming a newborn baby.
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‘Spiral’ has been unleashed to rapturous applause.
Serving as the latest chapter from the book of ‘SAW,’ the horror movie tells the tale of a sadistic mastermind who unleashes a twisted brand of justice.
Anchored by Chris Rock (who is also on board as executive producer), the flick follows his character, Detective Zeke Banks – who is tasked with leading a murder investigation. On his quest, he finds himself caught in quite the predicament himself.
That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with the film’s co-stars Max Minghella and Marisol Nichols, as well as director Darren Lynn Bousman – who each dished on their experience piecing together the latest chapter of the horror, working with Rock, and more.
Watch above and be sure to check out ‘Spiral,’ which is in theaters now.
When ‘Cinderella’ arrives on Amazon’s Prime Video in the Fall, it’ll see Billy Porter star alongside Camila Cabello as a reimagined incarnation of the Fairy Godmother.
Ahead of the film’s arrival, EW has given the first look at the star’s sparkling role in the flick and additional details.
Full story below…
‘Behind The Music’ is officially making its return this summer.
However, it appears as though it will be returning in grand fashion as Jennifer Lopez, LL Cool J, and more are all set to appear on the upcoming season.
In a newly shared trailer from the show, Lopez and LL are seen along with the likes of Busta Rhymes, Ricky Martin, and Fat Joe.
‘Behind The Music’ will join ‘Unplugged’ and ‘Yo! MTV Raps’ as rebooted series for the new streaming platform Paramount+ (as we reported here).
‘Behind The Music’ will officially premiere on the platform on July 29.
In the meantime, watch the trailer for the upcoming season below…
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