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Tracee Ellis Ross saw her name in headlines this week for a ‘Hollywood Reporter’ story that alleged she was getting paid “significantly less” than Anthony Anderson, her counterpart on the hit ABC series ‘Black-ish.’

The article also asserted Ross, a staunch supporter of the #TimesUp and #MeToo movements (both campaigns that encourage female empowerment and equality), was threatening to appear in fewer episodes of the show if her pay was not equal to Anderson’s.

As the report gained heat over the week, the actress took to social media over the weekend to not only deny the news, but also address the ‘Hollywood Reporter’ story head on.

See what she said inside:

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Mo’Nique caught a lot of flack this week when she called for a boycott of Netflix over perceived “race and gender bias.”

Many, even some supporters, felt she went about the matter wrong and were quick to point out holes in her argument about why she was being offered less for a stand-up special than comedic counterparts Amy Schumer, Dave Chapelle, and Chris Rock.

And, despite painting the debate as one that is bigger than her and an institutional problem affecting fellow Afro-American stars, none have come forward to vouch for her cause.

Until now.

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Thousands have descended onto streets across the country today to take place in this month’s Women’s March.

Launched to combat oppression and uplift women globally, the march invited the celebrated actress Viola Davis to deliver join the movement.

Once there, the powerful artist delivered a speech calling on her peers to combat sexual abuse, sex trafficking and urged us all to acknowledge how widespread both issues are within our society.

Watch below…

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Shonda Rhimes‘ ‘Shondaland’ has something new in store…and it’s pretty epic.

The name of the superstar writer’s latest creation? ‘For the People.’

In it, six gifted up and coming lawyers find themselves faced with the evils and horrors of New York’s justice system and see their lives turned upside and down when faced with unimaginable levels of corruption.

Intrigued?

Its trailer awaits below…

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Mo’Nique raised eyebrows yesterday when calling for fans and fellow entertainers to boycott Netflix.

As reported, the comedienne went public with her rally over what she feels to be race and gender bias exercised by the company during negotiations for a comedy special.

A mixed bag of responses greeted her demand, but undeterred she expanded on her stance in a new interview with Sway In The Morning on Shade45.

During the intriguing chat, she goes into deep detail about the exchange between her camp and the streaming giant. She also tied the narrative into her much-publisized falling out with Oprah, Tyler Perry, and Lee Daniels.

Watch in full after the jump…

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Welcome to another edition of Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature launched to celebrate TV and Film’s brilliant past.

Today, we revisit the mind-blowing thriller ‘Perfect Stranger’ starring Halle Berry.

In it, with help from co-star Bruce Willis, Berry plays a woman who believes her best friend has been murdered by the married millionaire she threatened to expose shortly before her death.

Keen to uncover the truth, Berry’s character soon finds herself pulled into a digital web of lies, deceit, espionage and murder.

Yet to see the film and its wild plot twist?

Press play below…

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If folk think the season 10 of ‘The Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ is delivering the drama, then buckle up for a whole lot more.

A titillating new mid-season trailer has been released and points to an array of twists and turn-ups that promise to bring the action to boiling point.

Per the sneak peek below, the ladies turn the heat up on Kenya about her marriage, Kandi and Kim Zolciak sharpen their claws for a showdown, new addition Eva Marcille arrives on the scene, the aftermath of Nene‘s ill-picked stand-up joke plays out, Porsha snaps, and a whole lot more.

What are you waiting for? Watch after the jump…

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As one of the world’s most recognisable faces Nicki Minaj is undoubtedly highly sought after as a Hip-Hop musician.

Fortunately, thanks to facts and figures obtained by Box Office Mojo, she can now celebrate news that she is just as bankable as an actress.

Sweet news for the LaGuardia alumna below…

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Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are no stranger to headlines and this week they made them on an international scale when it was revealed that they welcomed a baby girl.

Born via a surrogate (following Kim’s tough pregnancy with two-year-old son Saint), attention quickly turned to what the youngster will be named.

Well, wonder no more because all is revealed below…

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Recent years have seen comic Mo’Nique speak up and out about the injustices she feels she’s experienced in her career.

And she’s not turning the volume down anytime soon.

Moments ago, the actress/stand-up comedienne took aim at Netflix over what she insists is race and gender bias.

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Cardi B is heading to the big screen!

Fantastic news below…

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‘Grown-ish’ just grew from one season to two. For, Freeform’s ‘Black-ish’ spin-off has officially been picked up for a second run.

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