After scoring high with viewers and critics alike with its inaugural season in 2021, ‘The Wonder Years’ – inspired by the classic, award-winning 80’s TV series of the same name – is set to return to screens this summer to continue telling the story of the Williams family.

Starring Elisha “EJ” Williams, Dulé Hill, Amari O’Neil, Milan Ray, Allen Maldonado, Spence Moore II, Saycon Sengbloh, Laura Kariuki, Julian Lerner, and Don Cheadle (as narrator), the 60’s-set comedy is delivered from the point of view of an imaginative Black 12-year-old who is balancing his coming-of-age narrative against the backdrop of the civil rights movement and more.

Ahead of the June 14 premiere of the show’s sophomore season (which will boast Patti Labelle, Donald Faison, and Wayne Brady among its high-profile guest stars), peek inside for the offiical trailer.

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When season 2 of ‘Sex and the City’ reboot ‘And Just Like That’ returns, it will be bringing with it a very familiar face.

For, it has been confirmed that Kim Cattrall will be reprising the iconic role of Samantha Jones.

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Sherri Shepherd tapped into her comedic roots on her daytime talk show today (May 30).

For, while covering the story of preacher Sarah Jakes Roberts‘ wig slip during a powerful sermon, the host/comedienne had a “malfunction” of her own.

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This weekend will see The Weeknd make his primetime TV debut in the new HBO series, ‘The Idol.’

Set to premiere June 4, the show sees the superstar (Abel Tesfaye) take on the role of a self-help guru and leader of a modern-day cult who begins a complicated relationship with an up-and-coming Pop idol (played by Lily-Rose Depp).

Directed by Sam Levinson (the mastermind creator of ‘Euphoria)’ and co-produced by The Weeknd, the series promises a “sick and twisted” rollercoaster ride – of the ilk few have seen before.

With just days to go before its big debut, watch the latest extended trailer below…

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Kenya Moore is weighing in on Marlo Hampton‘s ongoing stint as a full-time cast member of the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

And the former Miss USA is far from endorsing.

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 15th season. And despite nearly two decades on-air, the Bravo hit is continuing to bring the heat.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi Burruss, Kenya Moore, Marlo Hampton, Drew Sidora, Sheree Whitfield, and Sanya Richards-Ross will be serving up on episode 5 / season 15?

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‘The Little Mermaid,’ starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, is on track to make an almighty splash at the US box office this Memorial Day Weekend.

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With the release of the ‘Barbie’ movie rapidly approaching, an extended look at the hotly anticipated production has been unleashed.

Margot Robbie takes on the titular role and stars opposite Ryan Gosling who plays Ken.

The potent pair are joined by a stacked cast that includes Issa Rae, Will Ferrell, Ncuti Gatwa, Dua Lipa, America Ferrera, and Kingsley Ben-Adir.

Greta Gerwig takes the directorial helm of the Warner Bros Rom-Com, which is the first live-action incarnation of a narrative centered around the famed doll.

Ahead of its July 21 theatrical debut, watch the freshly unboxed extended trailer below…

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‘The Little Mermaid’ is here!

Disney‘s reimagining of the beloved tale makes history with Halle Bailey in the lead role of Ariel – signifying the first time the character has been portrayed by a Black woman.

The film at large, which easily serves as one of the year’s most eagerly anticipated offerings, celebrates diversity in all its forms and is already being hailed a game-changing ahead of its global release on May 26.

That Grape Juice was on-hand at the London premiere of ‘The Little Mermaid’ and caught up with Bailey, as well as the film’s cast such as Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, and more. All of whom spoke about the seismic impact of this version of the classic narrative.

Check out TGJ’s Maya Egbo speaking with the stars of the movie and be sure to watch ‘The Little Mermaid.’

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The Weeknd is hitting the press trail for his hotly anticipated new HBO series, ‘The Idol.’

During his latest interview, the star – who is going by his birth name Abel Tesfaye for his non-musical endeavors – is revealing how seriously he took the role.

For, the 33-year-old says that he was so immersed in his character that he “forgot how to sing’ – resulting in problems for his main hustle.

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Having already sat on radio and chart thrones with her bevy of dancefloor-ready hits, ‘Queen of Bounce’ Big Freedia is looking to extend that reign to TV ratings with ‘Big Freedia Means Business.’

Delivered by ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ producer World of Wonder, the eight-part docuseries follows Freedia as she navigates the ups-and-downs of success, new business ventures, and trying to balance fame with personal relationships.

“World of Wonder has been so graciously involved in the telling of my life, I am beyond thrilled that the series will air on WOW Presents Plus in the U.K. I’m excited to tell my story, share my hard work and for this documentary series to showcase a side of me that many won’t have had the chance to see yet,” Freedia shared in an official statement.

Ahead of the show’s premiere on FUSE and FUSE+ in the U.S. on June 7, hop inside to see its official trailer.

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Critically acclaimed television drama ’61st Street’ is set to ride again thanks to news it’s been acquired by The CW just months after getting the axe at AMC.

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