How time flies!

It’s been 25 whole years since the classic ‘Sister Act’ hit the big screen.

A huge success, the 1992 Whoopi Goldberg movie – which told the tale of mischievous nuns – grossed a colossal $232 million worldwide and spawned an equally iconic sequel.

To celebrate the occasion, Goldberg assembled a selection of the surviving cast to perform on ‘The View’ – which she co-hosts.

Reprising her role as Deloris Van Cartier, she was joined by the likes of Kathy Najimy (Sister Mary Patrick) and Wendy Makkena (Sister Mary Robert).

Watch the group’s spirited rendition of ‘I Will Follow Him’ below, where their sit-down interview also awaits…

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Much like they voiced a strong disapproval of Lifetime’s 2015 biographical movie on Whitney Houston, simply titled ‘Whitney,’ the pop icon’s family is expressing similar opposition to the forthcoming biopic based on her daughter, Bobbi Kristina.

As we reported here, TV One is gearing up to air Bobbi’s life story in an unauthorized, made-for-TV film to chronicle her demise up to her untimely death in 2015 at the young age of 22.  Titled ‘Bobbi Kristina,’ the flick is set to hit screens on October 8th, but may never see the light of day if Kristina’s father – singer Bobby Brown – has his say.

Joining forces with his late daughter’s estate, Brown’s brought forth a lawsuit to stop the film from airing:

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Serena Williams has an introduction to make.

The tennis ace just shared the first picture of her daughter, whose name she confirmed as Alexis Olympia Ohanian.

Born on September 1st, the youngster takes the name of her father – Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian.

To celebrate their new arrival, the couple have gone with a video chronicling their pregnancy journey.

It’s oh so sweet. Check it out below…

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Issa Rae‘s ‘Insecurities’ have turned her into one of the most powerful women in television.

Keen to embrace her success? CoverGirl, the brand which has paid the creative beaucoup bucks to stand tall as its new representative.

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Andre 3000′s is heading towards the stars for his next picture.

Exciting news below…

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It’s almost time!

‘Scandal’ and ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ are both back imminently and will once again form an integral part of ABC‘s “Thank God It’s Thursday” block of programming.

The Shondaland shows will have a staggered return, though, with ‘Murder’ up first.

Viola Davis and co will kick off their 4th season on September 28th, alongside ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’

‘Scandal’s 7th and final cycle joins the mix a week later on October 5th.

To whet appetites, the network have released a sizzling new trailer for the #TGIT comeback. Check it out below…

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BET may have a ratings smash on its hands.

With who? Gucci Mane and his wedding special.

Full story below…

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Tyrese is renown for being outspoken, but has he finally gone too far?

The singer/actor is fending off all sorts of shade following comments he made about Dwayne ‘The  Rock’ Johnson – his ‘Fast & Furious’ co-star.

What’s the drama all about? Find out below…

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Netflix has been praised for the part it continues to play in the fight for diverse programming today after announcing the birth of an African-American anime series starring Jaden Smith.

Its name? ‘Neo Yokio.’

Its creator? Ezra Koening of ‘Vampire Weekend.’

Good news below…

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The legendary director Spike Lee and the box office rocking creative Jordan Peele have teamed up to tell the true story of a black man who successfully became a member of the murderous and sadistic Ku Klux Klan.

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Good news alert!

Cartoon Network, the platform which has housed the hit children’s show The Powerpuff Girls since 1994, has introduced an African-American member to the crime-fighting force.

An awesome development below…

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As buzz goes, few can boast the volume surrounding ‘Mudbound.’

Already an early Oscar favorite and showered with praise at Sundance, the Dee Rees movie initially caught critics’ attention when Netflix won the broadcast rights – for $12.5 million.

So what’s it about?

A big-screen spin on Hillary Jordan’s 2009 novel of the same name, the story (which is set in 1946, after World War II) follows the fates of two drastically different families in Mississippi. The narrative is tied together by two celebrated soldiers from each unit.

Upon returning home from the war, their unexpected friendship sees tensions rise between their respective families.

Anchored by Jason Mitchell and Carey Mulligan, the flick also stars Mary J. Blige.

Ahead of its November 17th premiere, watch the gripping first trailer…

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