A week after slamming racists in the wake of the death of George Floyd (as we reported here), ‘Star Wars’ star John Boyega took his action to the streets of London Wednesday (June 3) to remind protestors just how much Black lives matter.

“Black lives have always mattered,” said the 28-year-old actor. “We have always been important. We have always meant something. We have always succeeded regardless. And now is the time. I ain’t waiting.”

An impassion plea for change and racial equality, look inside to hear the speech that has the world talking:

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Amanda Seales only just joined ‘The Real.’ However, the outspoken star will not be returning to the daytime talker when it resumes.

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A week after taking to Twitter to lend an apology after a resurfaced ‘SNL’ comedy sketch that saw him portray fellow comedian Chris Rock while donning blackface went viral again (as we reported here), ‘Tonight Show’ host Jimmy Fallon is using his current platform to ensure fans know his true stance on the offensive matter.

As conversations ignited around race are at the forefront in America at the moment, Fallon used Monday night’s episode (June 1) to discuss the controversy surrounding the ‘SNL’ clip and social injustice overall (i.e. ongoing protests against racial inequality, police brutality, and more).

Opting to skip his usual comedic monologue, the EMMY-nominated late night talk show host tapped guests Don Lemon and NAACP President Derrick Johnson to have an emotional yet open discussion about the topic.

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Kim Kardashian-West and Kanye West are launching a legal fight against a talkative bodyguard they say is meddling in their affairs.

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‘Legendary’ strut its way on to HBO Max and is creating all sorts of buzz.

An unscripted ballroom reality show, the series follows competing vogue teams showcasing their moves and fashion for a panel of judges including Law Roach, ballroom legend Leiomy Maldonado, Jameela Jamil, and Megan Thee Stallion.

Executive produced by David Collins, Rob Eric and Michael Williams alongside Scout Productions, check out the first FULL episode of the high octane dance series right here on That Grape Juice.

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‘Insecure’ is back for its fourth season and already has us hooked!

The HBO comedy has struck a chord with millions thanks to its wonderfully witty and immersive take on the story of two friends – Issa and Molly.

Anchored by Issa Rae and Yvonne Orji, the series is set in Los Angeles and follows the ladies as the navigate love, life, and all else in between.

Episode 9 of season 4 airs this Sunday. Peep a preview for ‘Lowkey Trying’ below…

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Model and TV host Heidi Klum has fallen foul of public favor and it centers on an ill-conceived tweet.

The world at large is in heated debate about racism following the death of George Floyd – an unarmed Black man who lost his life after a Minnesota police offer knelt on his neck for seven minutes.

A growing list of names have spoken up and out, aligning with the #BlackLivesMatter movement.

And yet Klum, who was notably married to singer Seal for seven years and shares three children with him, took a different approach.

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This week brought with it the premiere of Tamar Braxton‘s new show ‘To Catch A Beautician.’

The VH1 series pairs the outspoken star with celebrity hairstylist Johnny Wright; and together they set out help clients confront the beautician who damaged their hair.

Thereafter, Wright enrols the stylists in “boot camp” before giving them a chance at redemption by redoing the clients’ hair.

That Grape Juice has the first episode for your viewing. Watch in FULL below…

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Ever keen to keep the magnifying glass on some of R&B’s brightest talents, look inside to see the latest happenings of some of the genre’s best movers and shakers.

Peek inside for news on TearMarr, Lloyd, Anthony Hamilton, and Ro James.

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As we reported here, last year reality star-turned-beauty-mogul Kylie Jenner was at the center of a controversial debate on her ‘self-made billionaire status’ after Forbes magazine crowned her such thanks to the sale of her Kylie Cosmetics company (which the Wall Street Journal reported was a deal worth $1.2 billion at the time).

However, Forbes took to print Friday (May 29) to refute the year-old claim, even stating the company “is significantly smaller, and less profitable than the family has spent years leading the cosmetics industry and media outlets to believe.”

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Madonna, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Celine Dion, and Britney Spears are just a few of the big names in music who have buckled up for James Corden‘s wildly popular ‘Late Late Show’ segment, ‘Carpool Karaoke,’ over the years.

Yet, despite the slew of prospective guest stars music lovers have on their wish lists (see: Janet Jackson, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Beyoncé, The Weeknd, Chris Brown, Brandy, etc.), Corden’s gone on record to announce the future of the show is uncertain due to to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

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‘How To Get Away with Murder‘s sixth season is heading to Netflix next month.

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