Harriet Tubman, a fixture in and forerunner of the discussion on civil rights in American history, has seen her story told many times on the small screen.  However, July 23rd brought with it the trailer for ‘Harriet’ –  the grandest depiction of her iconic tale to date.

Starring British singer/actress Cynthia Erivo in the title role (with singers/actors Leslie Odom Jr., Janelle Monae, and Jennifer Nettles supporting), anticipation for the film was sent into overdrive upon the release of the teaser (which can be seen by clicking here).  But, before it marches into theaters November 1st, the movie’s already been greeted with controversy.

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Nicole Murphy‘s extending an olive branch after being the brunt of an ongoing backlash for a photographed lip lock that’s been dominating headlines.

Spotted in Italy recently with director Antoine Fuqua, husband of actress Lela Rochon, Murphy’s remorse rings just a day after first claiming she and Fuqua were just ‘family friends.’  Now, she’s walking back her previous statement and officially apologizing.

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Funnywoman Mo’nique wasn’t exactly smiling when she reflected on her ongoing beef with media mogul Oprah Winfrey.

Referring to the talk show Queen as ‘cowardly’ and ‘malicious,’ Mo minced no words when asked about her current relationship with Winfrey.  In the same interview that’s now gone viral, the 51-year-old also had words for fellow comedian Steve Harvey.

Just two months ago, she extended a show of support for Harvey after his highly publicized loss of not one, but two gigs at NBC (click here to read more).  Now, she’s reminding viewers that she feels he too is a ‘coward,’ who put ‘the bag before his principles.’

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‘Pose’ continues to strut from strength to strength in its seismic second season.

The Emmy-nominated FX series, which spotlights the LGBTQ ballroom scene of the 80s and 90s, has been met with rapturous applause since its debut and is earning it the more with its sophomore run.

Heading into this season, creators Ryan Murphy and Steven Canals promised a deeper delving into the various challenges faced by the likes Blanca, Electra, PrayTell, Angel, and co.

Ahead of the broadcast of the next episode (7), check out a preview below…

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Kenya Moore’s return to the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ is set to spell good news for its ratings.

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Wesley Snipes is sending waves of love, power and positivity to Mahershala Ali after learning that the brilliant actor is to step into the shoes he wore as the character Blade.

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Despite critical panning for her contributions to the women’s network, ‘Queen of All Media’ Wendy Williams is no stranger to seeing her ventures with Lifetime reign over TV ratings (see:  Aaliyah biopic, more).

Now, after years of murmurs, they’re joining forces again to bring her own life story to the small screen via an authorized biographical film.

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Odell Beckham Jr oft isn’t one for interviews and does most of his talking on the field.

However, for August’s issue of GQ Magazine, he pairs his suave shoot with a telling set of quotes.

The no holds barred feature sees the Cleveland Brown‘s NFL star respond to the long-lingering rumors surrounding his sexuality.

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The story of Harriet Tubman is coming to the big screen this November.

Aptly titled ‘Harriet,’ the biopic stars Cynthia Erivo in the lead role and chronicles the iconic story of the American freedom fighter.

The flick, which also features Leslie Odom Jr, Janelle Monae, and Jennifer Nettles, hones in on Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes.

In a new first look trailer, the masses are see how her courage, tenacity, and bravery freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.

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Keyshia Cole is bringing her pregnancy journey to BET.

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‘The Lion King’ is delivering a royal roar at the box office – both home and away.

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Marvel fans are still losing it at the number of bombshells dropped at Saturday’s (July 20) Comic-Con.

In addition to announcing the schedule for the next slew of their movies to hit screens in the coming months, it was also confirmed that ‘Black Panther 2,’ ‘Captain Marvel 2,’ and a ‘Fantastic Four’ reboot are among the studio’s rumored efforts currently in the works.

The “cherry on top” may have come right before the convention’s end with the revelation that 2-time Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali had signed on to assume the role of ‘Blade’:

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