Tyler Perry has struck comedy gold with an unlikely hit – the Madea Halloween-inspired ‘Boo’ franchise.

This time last year, as we reported here, despite opening the same weekend as Tom Cruise‘s  highly anticipated ‘Jack Reacher,’  ‘Perry’s ‘Boo! A Madea Halloween’ emerged the unexpected victor in the box office showdown.  Fast forward to this past weekend, the Lionsgate film’s successor – ‘Boo 2!’ – has followed the footsteps of its hilarious predecessor.

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Issa Rae‘s visions are coming to fruition with every passing day.

Brilliant news for the writer below…

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Tony Goldwyn, the star of the hit Shonda Rhimes series ‘Scandal’, has joined the growing list of men speaking out against male on male sexual violence and harassment within Hollywood.

What happened to him?

His story below…

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‘Suit & Tie’ singer Justin Timberlake ditches his formal getup for some short-shorts in the forthcoming film, ‘Wonder Wheel’ [directed by Woody Allen].

The film – an ode to New York nostalgia – sees the “president of Pop” play “Mickey” – a lifeguard who dreams of becoming a playwright.  Cast alongside Academy Award-winning actress Kate Winslet, the two take viewers on an emotional rollercoaster set on a 1950’s Coney Island.

‘Wonder Wheel,’ slated to open on December 1, has a trailer awaiting your viewership inside:

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Jeremy Meeks, aka Prison Bae, may have a PR crisis on his hands.

Why? His wife has given her first TV interview in which she has condemned him for abandoning his family to seek “greener” pastures in the arms of Top Shop heiress Chloe Green.

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Blac Chyna‘s brand finds itself marred by more drama after her mother was accused of leaking a sex tape as an act of revenge.

A weird and wild story below…

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Mark those calendars because Taraji P. Henson is set to hit the big screen next March in ‘Acrimony.’

Formerly titled ‘She’s Living My Life,’ the flick is being directed by Tyler Perry and sees the ‘Empire’ star play a dutiful wife who, after growing tired of standing by her devious husband, gets enraged when it becomes clear she’s being betrayed.

The project reunites Henson and Perry after two previous collaborations: 2008’s ‘The Family That Preys’ and 2009’s ‘I Can Do Bad All by Myself.’

Peep the newly unleashed trailer below…

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If the ratings are anything to judge by, fans of Gucci Mane apparently couldn’t wait to see and hear the rapper say “I do” to longtime girlfriend, Keyshia Ka’oir.

Wed live on a BET special titled, ‘The Mane Event,’ the $1.7 million ceremony – attended by a who’s who of guests including Diddy, Rick Ross, Big Sean & Jhené Aiko, 2 Chainz, Monica, Kim Zolciak-Biermann, Lil’ Yachty, Trina, and more – acted as the kick off to a 10-episode docuseries that will follow the newlyweds as they go on a honeymoon, blend their families, balance their careers with married life, and so much more.

Curious to know just how many people tuned in to the series’ premiere?  See here:

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‘Scandal’ is back for its 7th and final season.

Over the years, the Kerry Washington led show has boasted some of the most dramatic twists and turns in TV history and its swan song promises even more.

Forming a central part of the revived TGIT (Thank God It’s Thursday) block of programming, the political drama looks set to go out with a bang. A consolation, no doubt, for having to

Watch a sneak peek preview of episode 4, titled ‘Lost Girls,’ below…

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ABC hit ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ is back for a firework filled-fourth season.

The legal drama, which stars Emmy winner Viola Davis, follows a group of ambitious law students and their brilliant criminal defence professor.

Last season brought with it a countless list of shocking twists (including a major death) and the newest instalment is already delivering a whole lot more.

It all makes for a riveting watch. And like millions, we’re all sorts of hooked hooked!

Peep the preview of episode 5 of season 4 – titled ‘I Love Her’ below…

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

Today, we revisit MTV’s hit series ‘MTV Cribs’ which pulled music lovers through the keyhole and into the homes of their favourite artists. Powered by the critical mass’ obsession with Pop affluence, the series featured episodes fronted by Mariah Carey, Destiny’s Child, ‘NSync…and many more.

Watch below…

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Lil Mo is returning to television following the demise of the show ‘R&B Divas’!

How? Via ‘Love & Hip Hop New York‘!

The show follows the lives of men and women with ties to New York’s Hip-Hop ecosystem as they rebuild their careers as they juggle the pressures of love, life and the music industry.

More below…

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