Sonic, everyone’s favorite hedgehog, is racing to theaters in a new live action depiction of his famed SEGA video game.

Set for a November 8 premiere, the flick sees the speedy blue character voiced by Ben Schwartz (of ‘Parks and Recreation’), =his longtime nemesis, ‘Doctor Robotnik,’ portrayed by Jim Carrey, and many more familiar faces.

Curious to see what Paramount Pictures has cooked up for the video game legend? Its first official trailer awaits inside:

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In what can only be described as shocking news, ‘Boyz n the Hood’ director John Singleton‘s family has confirmed he has passed away.

Details inside:

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Body positivity has been the name of the game for breakout singer Lizzo since she first arrived on the scene.

Now, just shortly after celebrating the arrival of her critically acclaimed major label debut, ‘Cuz I Love You,’ the 30-year-old diva announced she’s set to show off her curves aboard the forthcoming Jennifer Lopez stripper film, ‘Hustlers.’

Details inside:

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta may have wrapped its eleventh season, but the drama is on-going between Nene Leakes and Porsha Williams.

As reported, the pair got into a heated online exchange – with the show’s OG Leakes allegedly branding new mother Williams a “lying ass big fat hungry b*tch” and a “big piggy with the busted shape” in a series of shocking text messages.

After the exposé, it’s now been revealed that Leakes set her legal team on her former friend.

Details below…

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Lifetime‘s ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ is widely considered the trigger that set off a ripple effect of woes for the embattled singer.

A lengthy list of women sat down with filmmaker Dream Hampton and shared harrowing stories of abuse, grooming, and humiliation.

In the weeks following, the star was hit with legal ramifications – including a 10-count indictment for sexual assault. Initial failure to post bail saw him imprisoned for several days. He then returned to the slammer after struggling to make child support payments to ex-wife Andrea Kelly. 

As he gears up for a series of colossal court dates, Lifetime have announced a follow-up special set to air next month.

Head below for details and a chilling trailer…

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Disney‘s live-action take on ‘The Lion King’ is easily one of modern cinema’s most anticipated movies.

And its buzz was just cranked up a notch courtesy of Entertainment Weekly.

The magazine has unleashed a striking set of stills from the Jon Favreau production, which is anchored by Donald Glover (as Simba) and Beyonce (as Nala).

Showcasing the incredible artistry that has gone into re-creating the film’s backdrop, the shots arrive two weeks after the first full length trailer for the flick was uncaged.

Beyond providing up-close looks at the likes of Simba, Scar, and Rafiki, the feature saw director Favreau open up about Beyonce’s involvement in what many are already deeming the film of the decade.

Dive below for more on ‘The Lion King’ (which hits theaters worldwide on July 19th)…

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This summer the ‘Men In Black’ franchise is back…with a twist.

For its fourth outing, newcomers Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson build on the legacy left by originals Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones for the officially christened ‘Men In Black: International.’

This go round the new leaders of the famed agency deal with their biggest threat yet – a mole within their own organization.

Directed by F. Gary Gray and co-produced by Steven Spielberg, an extended supertrailer has been uncaged

What are you waiting for? Check it out below…

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Jussie Smollett may still be treading on uncertain ground in the wake of the legal fiasco surrounding his alleged attack, but he just received a major endorsement from his ‘Empire’ cast-mates.

As widely reported, the 36-year-old went from victim to suspect after reporting a January beatdown – one he insists was rooted in racism and homophobia.

An outpouring of support turned to question marks when Chicago PD eventually hit the actor with a 16 count indictment, rooted in the belief that he fabricated the entire incident.

Last month saw the case collapse, but word is that Smollett’s future on ‘Empire’ is anything but certain.

Now, on the evening his last episode of the current season airs, a letter of support co-signed by the likes of Taraji P. Henson and Terrance Howard has surfaced.

Addressed to the bosses of the hit show, its impetus is clear – they want Jussie to stay on.

Their words below…

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Last month, Jussie Smollett hit the headlines anew when he the hoax attack case against him collapsed and rendered him a free man.

Still, it hasn’t quelled the flames of debate surrounding the actor’s claim of being targeted in the racist and homophobic beatdown.

The entire episode has cast his future on FOX’s ‘Empire’ into doubt.

Today, the show’s creator Lee Daniels stopped by The Breakfast Club (with rising writer Jordan E. Cooper) and was naturally quizzed on the Smollett and more.

His words await below…

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With millions of followers and an army of subscribers in her arsenal Tasha K of ‘Unwine with Tasha K‘ has risen to the top of the “gossip realm.”

Alas, her notoriety (powered by startling exclusives) has seen her find an enemy in Cardi B…who has been targeted by a series of Tasha’s tell-alls. Tell-alls, which claimed the performer slept with multiple strangers for money, is plagued by sexually transmitted diseases and pays rival bloggers to share flattering stories about her and disparaging tales about those she deems foes.

Libellous to say the least.

Enraged, Cardi took matters into her own hands with legal action she hopes will silence the powerful Tasha and other entertainment entities like hers once and for all.

How Tasha feels about it all? Find out below…

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Diddy has no doubt lived an illustrious life filled with extravagant chapters. However, in the latest issue of Essence Magazine he reveals that the newest phase of his journey has seen him become a full-time dad.

In an emotional feature piece, the mogul opens up to Dream Hampton about how the sudden death of soul mate Kim Porter has impacted his life and that of his children – all of whom join him on the May double cover.

Head below to see some of what Puffy shared about how life has changed…

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As anticipation for ‘Pose’ season two grows, it’s been confirmed that the popular series will be sashaying onto Netflix. 

Details below…

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