Sunday night saw the ‘#OscarsSoWhite’ debate explode to new decibels when Chris Rock hosted the 2016 Academy Awards.

The comic took a head-on approach to addressing the issue of racial diversity (or the lack-thereof) in Hollywood.

Similarly candid about the matter was Gabourey Sidibe, who we caught up with recently.

The actress, whose role in ‘Precious’ saw her become the 8th black female (ever) to be nominated for the Best Actress Oscar, vented her frustration but also seemed optimistic about the future.

Hit “PLAY” to watch Gabby wax honest with TGJ’s Jacqueline Shepherd above.

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“Cool story but please keep Nina’s name out of your mouth. For the rest of your life.”

That was the message the Nina Simone estate delivered to the actress Zoe Saldana after catching the trailer for the biopic she shot to celebrate the groundbreaking performer’s story.

The movie makes its way to the world on April 22nd and has already been slammed by the entertainer’s fans who, citing Hollywood’s history with colorism as their reason why, see an alarming link between the effort gone to darken Saldana’s skin for the movie and blackface.

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Will you enjoy the project?

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If Gabourey Sidibe has anything, it’s a view and a voice.

The Oscar nominated actress, who has risen to prominence via roles in ‘Precious,’ ‘Empire,’ and ‘American Horror Story,’ is back – this time in Sacha Baron Cohen’s ‘Grimsby.’

With the comedy being set in the UK, it was only apt that That Grape Juice London caught up with the star when she was in town to discuss her part in the movie.

Ever outspoken, she also elaborated on her tweets in support of Beyonce following the furore that erupted from some in the wake of the release of the diva’s ‘Formation.’

Watch above as Gabby chats it up with TGJ’s Jacqueline.

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The 88th Annual Academy Awards may have spelled success for Leonardo Dicaprio and Sam Smith  but it hasn’t done the same for those hoping it would soar on a ratings front.

Why?

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Stacey Dash is dodging some serious criticism after her cringeworthy appearance at the Academy Awards last night.

As fans of the ‘Clueless’ diva know, she’s been Black Twitter’s enemy #1 after her assertion that there was ‘no need for Black history month or BET.’  The damning quote found new life after Chris Rock, the ceremony’s host, introduced her as the show’s “Director of Minority Outreach” – a clear, yet failed attempt to make light of her statements.

Well, somebody should’ve reached out to warn her she was in serious danger of embarrassing herself (again)…

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Naomi Campbell’s return to the hit show ‘Empire’ is to thank for her presence at the 20th Century Fox afterparty yesterday evening.

Partying with many of her peers, the supermodel hit the event following her run on ‘American Horror Story: Hotel’ in which she starred alongside Lady Gaga who performed at last night’s headline-making event.

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When he isn’t facing rumours linking him to Disney princess Zendaya and hanging out with his pal Drake, Odell Beckham Jr can be found over at ‘Verizon.’

What he’s been up to with the telecommunications company? Pushing their customers towards a ‘Better Reality’ with a hilarious commercial set to deliver the laughs this morning.

Press play to catch the superstar athlete and his fans in action after the jump…

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The stars shine for entertainment’s biggest calendar night – the 88th Annual Grammy Awards! Live from Los Angeles’ Hollywood & Highland Center, join That Grape Juice‘s peek at the industry’s biggest names just moments after they arrive to the scene.

See and sound off on Oscar fashion hits and misses below.

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‘Scandal’ never looked so good!

The hit ABC drama, which is fronted by award-winning actress Kerry Washington, has blazed back onto the small screen for a fifth outing.

We’ve been hooked, and by the looks of this season 5 /episode 13 teaser, Olivia Pope and co continue to serve up another corker of a season.

Check the preview for episode – titled ‘The Fish Rots From The Head‘ – below…

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Forget Fridays, it appears all the action takes place Thursday nights on ABC.

Smash hit series ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ is back for an action-packed second 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 the group become involved in a twisted murder plot and this plays out the aftermath – which boasts even more roller-coasters.

It all makes for a riveting watch. We’re already hooked!

Peep the preview of episode 13 of season 2 – titled ‘Something Bad Happened‘ – below…

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

Today, we honour ‘Sister,Sister’, the game-changing ABC series which catapulted Tia & Tamera Mowry into national treasure status.

Fashioned by ‘Kenan & Kel’ creator Kim Bass, Gary Gilbert and Fred Shafferman, the series told the tale of identical twin sisters who were separated at birth and adopted by two strangers (portrayed by ‘227‘s Jackee Harry & ‘Simon & Simon’s Tim Reid.)

Hilarity and confusion ensues when the sisters, both unaware that the other existed, found each other accidentally and convince their adoptive parents to move in together to stop them from being seperated again.

The show’s ratings-ruling run would last five years and was home to many a 90s TV staple. These included  Britanny Murphy of ‘Clueless’ and Berry Gordy‘s niece Bianca Lawson, who starred in ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’, ‘The Feast of All Saints’, ‘Dawson’s Creek’ and would go on to become Beyonce’s step-sister.

Waiting below are pieces pulled from some of the series’ more memorable episodes.

Ready to take that journey to the past?

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After a break that seemed never-ending, Empire finally returns to FOX on March 30th.

Season 2 of the hit show hasn’t been as universally praised as its predecessor, however it’s remained a ratings winner and many have praised its strong winter finale.

With the Spring sun near, the soapy drama looks set to scorch thanks to hot storylines and a guest arc from supermodel Naomi Campbell.

More from Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, and co after the jump…

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