‘The Color Purple’ has been wowing audiences for decades and looks set to thrill for more to come thanks to its latest revival.

Reimagined as a musical movie, the beloved tale – which centers on sisterhood and overcoming – has stormed the US box office and earned accolades in earnest. Indeed, the Blitz Bazawule-directed production has been nominated for a plethora of awards – including an Oscar.

Ahead of its UK release on January 26, That Grape Juice‘s Maya Egbo caught up with Taraji P. Henson, who opened up in earnest about playing Shug Avery, sisterhood with castmates Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks, and drawing strength from her own mother.

We also sat down with director Bazawule and producer Scott Sanders, who dished on reigniting Alice Walker’s story for a whole new audience.

Check out the EXCLUSIVE interviews above and below…

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While only 25 Black female performers have been nominated for Best Supporting Actress over the Academy Awards’ 96-year history, only two of them can boast having been acknowledged by the TONY Awards for the same role.

Tuesday (January 23), ‘The Color Purple’ star Danielle Brooks made history by becoming the second.

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‘Love & Hip Hop:  Miami’ is back and blazing.

Bringing with it a host of familiar faces and a few new ones too, the long-running series promises several twists and turns with the continuation of its 5th season. All of which will see the drama dialed up on VH1.

Anchored by the likes of Trina & Trick Daddy, the show’s fifth outing also stars the likes of favorites Amara La Negra, Bobby Lytes, Shay Johnson, Safaree, Ray J, Princess, and a returning Brooke Valentine.

Newcomers include rising talent Zoey Brinxx, Florence El Luche, and the Hollywood Twins.

In a freshly unwrapped trailer for part 2 of the current season,

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Sports entertainment superstars Montez Ford and Bianca Belair are looking to maneuver from wrestling champions to ratings champions with the first season of their forthcoming reality series ‘Love & WWE.’

Chronicling how the husband-wife duo balance the physical demands of their taxing professions with their love lives, the Hulu original promises to take a deep dive behind the scenes of Ford and Belair’s personal lives as they gear up for the biggest spectacle of their careers: WrestleMania.

Ahead of the show’s premiere on February 2, hop inside to see the slamming trailer.

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Another day, another drama in the increasingly volatile breakup between Keke Palmer and her ex Darius Jackson. 

Initially defined by claims of physical, verbal, and emotional abuse, the drama escalated when leaked tapes, audio, and text messages spilled onto the internet.

Underpinning all are various legal motions filed by Keke and then Darius in response.

Now, another legal twist has arisen. Because, Sarunas Jackson, Darius’ actor brother, has filed a restraining order against Keke…and her mom Sharon Palmer. 

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It’s that time of year again. The Oscars 2024 air live on March 10 on ABC.

As is always, eyes on mass are on which movies are up for honors at the latest installment of the historic ceremony.

Moments ago, it was revealed that Danielle Brooks received a nod for Best Supporting Actress for her powerful performance in ‘The Color Purple.’

Elsewhere, Colman Domingo received a Best Actor nod for his stirring showing in ‘Rustin,‘ and Sterling K. Brown nabbed Best Supporting Actor for his role in ‘American Fiction.’

Billie Eilish also landed a nomination for Best Original Song for her ‘Barbie’ anthem ‘What Was I Made For?’

But without further ado…check out the full list of nominees at the 96th Annual Academy Awards below…

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Netflix is ready to rumble! For, the streamer has tag-teamed with the WWE to bring its flagship show, ‘WWE Monday Night RAW,’ to its platform.

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Dwayne Johnson is renowned for making big moves – both on the big screen and in business.

And he’s just made a major masterstroke by tagging into one of the biggest corporate entities in sports entertainment.

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Teri Woods‘ award-winning novel, ‘Dutch II: Angel’s Revenge,’ was recently brought to life via a gripping BET+ original film of the same name.

Premiered January 18, the Salvatore Sclafani-directed flick arrives 3 years after its predecessor and tells the next chapter of the story of “Dutch” – a notorious gangster (portrayed by Lance Gross) who escaped from jail and looks to reclaim his territory in the streets.

Also starring Rocsi Diaz, Macy Gray, Jeremy Meeks, D’Kia Anderson, Natasha Marc, Markice Moore, Jamal Gravy Woodlard, Tyrin Turner, and more, peep the movie’s official trailer inside before heading over to BET+ to stream.

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After much speculation, Jennifer Hudson and Common have gone public with their relationship.

For months, there have been murmurs about the Chicago-born stars being romantically linked and the duo have even been snapped holding hands.

Today, though, Hudson and Common (born Lonnie Rashid Lynn) took the next step by addressing their status.

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In Prime Video’s ‘Role Play,’ the age-old question “what harm could it do” gets answered like never before for a couple looking to spice up the bedroom in celebration of their wedding anniversary.

Starring ‘Big Bang Theory’ actress Kaley Cuoco and EMMY-nominated actor David Oyelowo, the latter’s character has to unexpectedly bring out his inner fighter after not only finding out his wife is an international assassin but also that her life is in imminent danger.

Premiered January 12, the Thomas Vincent-directed action-comedy has already won rave reviews from viewers.

Before you head to Prime Video to see what the fuss is about, hop in to get acquainted with the official teaser.

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The ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ are back!

Gone are the days when the Madams of Maryland squabbled over etiquette. Because in the show’s eighth season, the drama escalates to new levels.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Candiace Dillard, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton are all back in the mix and stirring up must-see TV. Newcomer Nneka Ihim has joined the ladies and causes an instant stir too.

With the twists and turns already underway, check out a preview of episode 11 of season 8 below…

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