Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to honour artists who used their lives to enrich the lives of others.

Today, as the world of professional football punishes Colin Kaepernick for taking a stand against systemic racism against the African-American community, we revisit the moment in time which saw Eartha Kitt penalised for doing the same.

After discovering the ways in which the U.S. government was using legislation to stifle the African-American experience, Kitt found herself unable to turn a blind eye when the same government asked the same African-Americans to risk their lives by fighting its wars.

What happened when she raised her concerns during a visit to the White House?

Watch below…

Your thoughts?

Odell Beckham, Amber Rose, Tinashe and Rita Ora stepped out at the Midnight Garden After Dark at the NYLON Estate last night to celebrate the latest chapter of the publication’s story.

Looking forward to Ora’s new album?

You’ll be pleased to learn that she’s building bops with Maroon 5′s hitmakers for the set.

Your thoughts?

‘Scandal’ is back!

Following a longer than planned hiatus (to accommodate Kerry Washington‘s pregnancy), the show picks up right where it left off – with fireworks!

Forming a central part of the revived TGIT (Thank God It’s Thursday) block of programming, the political drama promises (and is already delivering) many an explosive twist and turn for its sixth season. Election, anyone?!

Watch a sneak peek preview of episode 11, titled ‘Trojan Horse,’ below…

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Despite its parent film earning several thumbs down from a number of racists detractors who claimed its racially-charged subject matter was insensitive to other racists some viewers, Netflix is still charging forward with the spinoff of the controversial ‘Dear White People.’

Due in full on April 28th, the streaming giant unveiled the first extended trailer of the series today and gave a peek at the Lionsgate-produced outing that stars Nia Long, Brandon Bell , Antoinette Robertson, DeRon Horton, John Patrick Amedori, Logan Browning, and many more.

Sure to drop jaws, get your first taste of ‘Dear’ below:

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Last year’s saw millions locked in to OWN‘s newest drama ‘Queen Sugar.’ And with good reason. It slays.

The Oprah Winfrey and Ava DuVernay production proved a gripping watch with its weekly depiction of tale of three very different siblings trying to honor their father’s legacy and resurrect his rural Louisiana farm.

Upon its debut last September, it became the second best premiere ever for the 6 year old network. It’s little wonder, then, why it’s being brought back a little earlier for its 2017 run.

Today OWN announced a two-night premiere for its sophomore season – June 20th and June 21st. The 16-episode order, which is currently in production in New Orleans, will be air in two halves: the first this Summer and the second in the Fall.

‘Queen Sugar’ is anchored by Kofi Siriboe, Rutina Wesley and Dawn-Lyen Gardner (pictured above). Bianca Lawson also stars.

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That debut season was everything. Hopefully, its second is just as sweet.

Your thoughts?

Welcome to Screen Juice, the TGJ original feature created to keep you in the loop with all things TV and Films related.

Who makes up the ingredients of today’s juice? Beyonce, Ludacris and the British boxer and budding movie star Anthony Joshua.

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In a developing story, it has been announced that actor and comedian Charlie Murphy has died at the age of 57.

According to his manager, the eldest brother of Eddie Murphy was suffering from Leukaemia and passed this morning in hospital where he was undergoing chemotherapy.

Though renown for his connection to his superstar sibling, Charlie enjoyed much success of his own – as a popular stand-up act and also with roles on ‘The Chapelle Show,’ ‘The Boondocks’ and ‘Are We There Yet.’

He also co-wrote some of his brother’s movies such as ‘Norbit’ and recently toured with Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley Eddie Griffin, and George Lopez on ‘The Comedy Get Down.’

Murphy is survived by three children, two of which were with his wife Tisha – who died in 2009 after battling cervical cancer.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Murphy family.

Your thoughts?

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta promises an action-packed, four part reunion for its season 9 climax.

While some of the ladies are clashing over “dungeons” and “lady ponds,” Kenya Moore and Sheree Whitfield have been trading jabs over homes. Or, as they call them, Moore Manor and Chateau Sheree.

And the sparring spilled into the first part of the reunion special, which airs this Sunday.

In a newly released trailer, the ladies don’t hold back when remarking on each other’s abodes.

Petty, no doubt, but hilarious for sure. Check it out…

Both women recently invited the cameras in to see how they’re living. Whose do you prefer? By the looks of each, both Sheree and Kenya are winning.

Your thoughts?

One of the largest citizen uprising’s in US history is set to play out on the big screen when ‘Detroit’ hits theaters this summer.

Led by John Boyega and directed by Kathryn Bigelow, the gripping drama tells the true-life story of the 1967 police raid that brought about five days of civil resistance.

The flick, which also stars Anthony Mackie, Jacob Latimore, John Krasinski, and Will Poulter, is already being tipped for big things.

Set for an August 4th release, the first trailer has been unveiled. Find out what the buzz is about below…

Tense.

Your thoughts?

Thanks to an impressive debut to the tune of 3.2 million viewers total and coming in as VH1’s highest rated new series of the year, rapper/actor Ice Cube and his Cube Vision production company – in conjunction with Jesse Collins Entertainment – are now celebrating news their show, ‘Hip Hop Squares,‘ has been renewed for season 2.

Details inside:

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‘Orange Is The New Black’ returns to Netflix this Summer!

Now in its fifth season, the popular prison drama will uncage new episode on June 9th.

To build buzz, the on-demand platform has released a first look of what viewers can expect.

The trailer picks up after the shocking death of Poussey (played by Samira Wiley) at the hands of one of the Litchfield guards.

In full-on riot mode, the ladies led by Daya (Dascha Polanco) take the officer to task with the gun.

Peep the explosive preview below…

Your thoughts?

Tyra Banks has returned to ‘America’s Next Top Model’ and it appears that she’s bringing some major names with her.

Dwindling ratings saw the show brought to an end in 2016 after 22 cycles, but before then the series made headlines when fan favorites Nigel Barker, Miss Jay Alexander, and Jay Manuel were all let go in 2012.

Despite a number of new names being introduced to the mix, viewership continued on a downward trend – eventually bringing about the cancellation announcement.

A revival on VH1 this year saw ‘ANTM’ reimagined with Rita Ora as host and an all new panel of judges.

But with Banks back in the saddle for the next iteration of the show’s return, it appears nostalgia is the name of the game.

For, this week Barker, Alexander, and Manuel took to social media to share shots of them “reunited.” Coincidence? We think not.

Commenting on the pics, Alexander wrote:

“First there was Naomi, Linda, and Christy.? Now this Trio back together catwalking on New York City Streets can only mean one thing hmmmmmmmmmm…? Trouble..!”

Barker, who upon leaving joined Naomi Campbell‘s rival show ‘The Face,’ added:

“Reunited and it feels so… about time we brought the band back together don’t you think?”

Excited? We are.

Sure ‘ANTM’ hasn’t produced another Eva, Yaya, Tocarra, and more in a while, but this particular line-up made for an engaging watch.

We’re all for the throwback. Are you?

Your thoughts?