The cameras are officially rolling on ABC‘s new music drama ‘Queens.’

As reported, the series – which stars Brandy, Eve, and a host of familiar names – centers on a group of female friends.

Once at the top of the charts as members of the Hip-Hop group the Nasty Btiches, viewers meet the ladies in their 40s – each with lives much less glamorous than in their heyday.

An opportunity arises for the band to regroup and reclaim their musical shine. But to do so, they’re tasked with juggling their anticipated comeback with new realities in their friendship and personal lives more broadly.

There’s no word yet on the premiere frame.

Still, head below for a flavor of what’s to come from the show, which also stars Naturi Naughton, and Nadine Velazquez.

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As we reported here, award-winning novelist Terry McMillan (famous for hit books ‘Getting to Happy,’ ‘How Stella Got Her Groove Back,’ and more) set the net alight in late 2020 when she confirmed rumored reports her book-turned-hit-film ‘Waiting to Exhale’ would be rebooted in commemoration of its 25th anniversary.

In the time since, two of the movie’s original characters – Loretta Devine and Angela Bassett – respectively reported interest in reprising their iconic roles roles.

Now, after ABC announced the updated edition of the story would land at its network as a TV series directed by Lee Daniels, McMillan is taking to press to reveal her vision for the series ahead of its premiere.

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It’s been nearly a year-and-a-half since fans of Epix’s breakout hit series, ‘Godfather of Harlem,’ bid the show’s freshman season adieu, but their patience for its return is finally being rewarded with the official sneak peek at season 2.

Picking up right where its cliffhanger predecessor ended, the 1960’s-set drama’s sophomore run sees Bumpy Johnson (Forest Whitaker) battling the New York crime families for control of the lucrative and murderous “French Connection.”  His ambition will see him not only make enemies of Italian crime bosses, but also law enforcement and even Malcolm X.

A masterful and poignant dramatization of how the crime underworld and civil rights movement intersected during the time period, look inside to see what you can expect from the show’s next swing at the ratings bat.

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Angela Simmons is back on the box and this time she’s telling her story on her terms.

The 33-year-old takes center stage in ‘Just Angela,’ which has launched on ApsireTV.

Candid and unfiltered, the show provides ample insight into the day-to-day of the star’s life and diverse hustle.

From spotlighting her business acumen by way of skincare company Simmons Beauty to navigating motherhood, ‘Just Angela’ celebrates the art of the hustle.

That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with Simmons, who opened up about the series and much more. Watch the interview above.

‘Just Angela’ airs Mondays at 9pm on AspireTV

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‘Married To Medicine’ is back for its 8th season and according to the thermometer, the drama is scorching!

The popular Bravo series chronicles the lives of a group of ladies – some of whom work in the medical field and others who are married to those who do.

This installment is already making for magnetic viewing.

Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone, Dr. Heavenly, and Dr. Contessa Metcalfe are all back in the mix. They are joined by newcomer Anila Sajja.

Alums Lisa Nicole Cloud, Quad Webb, and Kari Wells all appear as Friends Of.

Want to know what the ladies are up to?

 Check out the sneak peek preview of ‘Married To Medicine’ episode 6 / season 8 below…

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The trailer for ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ was unwrapped this weekend and was hailed as a slam dunk.

Led by LeBron James, the new incarnation of the classic basketball flick also reunites the Looney Tunes.

And while some were heard from during the sneak peek, Lola Bunny was notable in her silence.

Well, when the time comes for the masses to hear her voice, it’ll be powered by a voice many are familiar with.

For, none other than Zendaya has nabbed the role.

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Daniel Kaluuya took center stage on Saturday Night Live and shone in earnest.

The Golden Globes winner did not hold back right from the onset.

He delivered a hilarious opening monologue, which saw him wax honest on racism, his glitch-laden Globes speech, and Meghan and Harry’s Oprah interview.

Beyond that, Kaluuya thrilled in a series of skits throughout the latest installment of the NBC hit.

His appearance comes ahead of the 2021 Oscars, where the British-Ugandan star is nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Civil Rights icon Fred Hampton in the critically-acclaimed ‘Judas & The Black Messiah.’

Watch Kaluuya in action on SNL below…

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TD Jakes Enterprises has teamed with Lifetime to bring not one, but two movies to the women’s network: ‘Lust’ and ‘Envy.’

Part of the channel’s ‘Seven Deadly Sins Story’ franchise, the films – adaptations of the book series of the same names penned by Victoria Christopher Murray – are set to premiere back-to-back weekends.

Toplined by singer-actresses Keri Hilson and Serayah respectively, look inside to see the flicks’ sizzling trailers:

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Jen Shah made headlines this week when she was arrested and charged with multiple counts of fraud.

Dramatically, the reality star was in the middle of taping the second season of ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ when the swoop took place.

As reported, Shah’s charges allege that from 2012 until the present, she and her on-screen “assistant” Smith (along with others) ran a telemarketing scheme that defrauded older people by selling “lead lists” business opportunities…that didn’t exist.

After entering a “not guilty” plea, Shah has finally broken her silence on the situation.

Her words below…

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‘Space Jam’ is aiming to score a slam dunk at the box office in a new adventure led by NBA legend LeBron James. 

Aptly titled ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy,’ the Warner Bros movie hits the court globally on July 16. 

‘A New Legacy’ will arrive 25 years after the original film, which starred Michael Jordan and generated $230 million at the global box office.

With tall sneakers to fill, excitement has been plentiful for the flick which features Black Panther’s Ryan Coogler as producer and co-stars Don Cheadle.

Now, the masses have been gifted a first look at the new ‘Space Jam’ by way of an action-packed trailer…

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Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin was no stranger to ruling over radio and charts during her 50+-year career, and now her legacy reigns over TV ratings courtesy of the critically acclaimed National Geographic series, ‘Genius.’

Toplined by EMMY, GRAMMY, and TONY Award-winning singer-actress Cynthia Erivo (alongside a cast of familiar faces that includes T.I., Luke James, Tweet, Omar Dorsey, Crystal Rucker, and the late Gospel legend Duranice Pace), the four-part miniserieschronicled Franklin’s humble Memphis beginnings to worldwide fame on the backs of hits ‘Respect,’ ‘Never Loved a Man,’ ‘Think,’ and more.

Despite the legend’s estate vocalizing their disappointment for being excluded from the biographical venture’s conception and planning, their protests did little to quell viewership as updated ratings reports reveal the 8-episode venture is the franchise’s most watched edition to date.

Details inside:

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When ‘Bridgerton’ returns for its second season, it will be back sans its breakout star Regé-Jean Page.

More on the shocking news below…

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