The 2018 class of the Hollywood Walk Of Fame has been announced and Black talent is present in a major way.

Mary J. Blige, the decorated Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul, will receive an honor for her contributions to the music field. Joining her in this category are Snoop Dogg and Ice T. 

For their efforts in the television field, Taraji P. Henson, RuPaul, Anthony Anderson, Shonda Rhimes, and Niecy Nash will all be immortalized on the iconic Walk.

‘Straight Outta Compton’s F. Gary Gray will be saluted for his film achievements, as will actress Zoe Saldana.

Meanwhile in the realm of theatre, Bernie Mac will be bestowed a posthumous honor.

Other deserving names in the fray include:

Kirsten Dunst, Jack Black, Jennifer Lawrence, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Minnie Mouse, Carrie Underwood, and Simon Cowell. 

Congratulations to all!

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As fans get their eyes and ears ready to find out the fate of James St. Patrick (“Ghost”) on the 4th season premiere of ‘Power’ on Sunday, June 25th, viewers of STARZ’ flagship series were dealt a crushing blow when the show’s producer, rapper 50 Cent, revealed exactly when the series will end.

“I was telling [executives] in the very beginning, when they talked about how long do you think the series is going to last, I said seven,” 50, real name Curtis Jackson, told ABC News. “It’s going to go seven.”

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At least we can take comfort in knowing the show has at least 3 more full seasons of plot twists and OMG-worthy cliffhangers before we bid it adieu.

See below for season 4’s trailer ahead of its premiere:

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Director John Singleton is certainly not looking to kiss and make up with the crew of ‘All Eyez On Me’ – the biopic of rapper Tupac Shakur (in theaters now).  As fans know, Singleton was originally on board to direct the flick before conflicts with fellow directors and producers over the film’s content caused him to dissociate from it and vow to make his own.

Recently taking to ‘The Big Tigger Show,’ the legendary director was quizzed on his thoughts on the critically panned film that celebrated a #3 box office opening this past weekend to the tune of $27 million in the U.S.

Joining an onslaught of negative reviews afforded the film, are you curious to hear the tongue lashing he lent ‘Eyez’?  Hear it from his mouth inside:

Start at 7:00:

As fans know, the “Aaliyah” movie Singleton is referring to is ‘Aaliyah: Princess of R&B’ – the unauthorized biographical account of the songstress’s life produced by Wendy Williams.  Airing on Lifetime in January 2015, the made-for-TV movie suffered a brutal slam from critics and viewers for poor casting, poor acting, and poor storytelling.

Click here to read more if you missed that.

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The ever-changing game of friends on Bravo’s ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ continues this year.

The latest development? The feuding between former pals NeNe Leakes and Porsha Williams as shooting for its tenth season kicks off this month.

Rising as a fan favourite following Leakes’ hiatus from the series, the fun-loving Williams was quizzed on her feelings towards her return on the latest episode of ‘Dish Nation’.

Porsha Williams Reacts To NeNe Leakes’ Return ? Shade Or Nah? ? #RHOA #RHOA10 #PorshaWilliams #NeNeLeakes #DishNation Video Via @DishNation

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Her response prompted this message from Leakes (who is now friends with Williams’ nemesis Kenya Moore).

A post shared by Real Housewives Of Atlanta ? (@realhousewivesatlanta) on Jun 22, 2017 at 2:42am PDT

How the viewers feel about NeNe’s defection from Camp Porsha to Kenya’s Clan?

So now Nene has a problem with Phaedra and Porsha ? y’all say cynthia is a flip flopper but it’s really Nene #RHOA #RHOAReunion #WWHL

— Cinthia (@0_lala) May 1, 2017

Nene, you knew it, but you befriended her during your final seasons! You’re the BIGGEST FLIP FLOPPER, for whoever rides Team Nene. #RHOA

— Kween_SugarBaby (@BossLadySdotD) May 8, 2017

NeNe been searching for a storyline and Porsha that girl who gives the girls one the last 2 seasons https://t.co/4GzeInjAaE

— MILLI (@SoMilli_) June 22, 2017

Now that Nene is making her return to season 10 of #RHOA, we all know she’s going after Porsha now that Pheadra isn’t there?

— Movie & TV Show Talk (@MovieTvShowTalk) June 17, 2017

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In case you thought otherwise, OWN is the place to be on Tuesday nights.  A fact evidenced yet again last night when the network’s flagship series – Tyler Perry‘s ‘Haves & The Have Nots’ and the Ava Duvernay-directed ‘Queen Sugar’ – reigned over ratings as they made their respective returns to television.

Get the numbers inside:

Via TBTN:

As the ratings’ chart above reveals, OWN owned the night in its respective timeslots.  Drawing in more viewers than some of its closest competitors combined, the shows ‘Haves’ and ‘Queen’ also ruled over every other scripted series that aired on the night of  June 20, 2017.

Only live and/or “unscripted” news or sports entertainment programs pulled more.

Congratulations to both and we can’t wait to see how their respective seasons unfold!

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Jay-Z is gearing up to hit the road and he wants you to join him on the ride!

The rapper hasn’t toured since 2013 and planned to launch a new live venture in the summer.

Now there’s been a change of plans. For, Beyonce‘s pregnancy has forced him to push his dates back to the fall and support his new ‘4:44′ set then with live shows then.

Months later, Beyonce will rock Coachella 2018.

Want more Jigga news?

Click here for details on how his lucrative run in Hip-Hop helped make him one of half of Pop’s wealthiest couple.

#NowPlaying: Hidden History of Black People in the Bible.

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Keyshia Cole has seasoned history with reality TV and is adding a new chapter by starring in the upcoming season of ‘Love & Hip-Hop: Hollywood.’

Set for a July 23rd premiere, this cycle of the show – which also stars Brooke Valentine – will see the R&B belle juggling the personal and the professional:

Peep Cole’s official synopsis:

Keyshia prepares for the release of her highly anticipated new album while juggling her co-parenting relationship with ex-NBA star Daniel “Booby” Gibson. Though she may be new to the cast she is definitely already a staple in the industry. Will she able to find the right balance between her music and her personal life?

Here’s her intro…

The ‘Heaven Sent’ singer will be appearing alongside a slew of returning names including Ray J, Princess Love, Teairra Mari, Safaree, Moniece Slaughter, and Miss  Nikki Baby.

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Some may scoff at Keyshia, but what’s to lose?

It’s a new day and age and with upcoming album ’11:11 Reset’ to plug, a million plus viewers on VH1 every Monday sounds like a powerful platform. As long as she’s not shaking tables or pulling wigs. Although, that has oddly worked for some in the past. Who knows.

In any case…

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Jesse Williams has a serious legal fight on his hands.

After revealing that he is to divorce his wife Aryn Drake-Lee, he now finds himself locked into a war over custody of their children.

Why?

Peep what he had to say in court documents which surfaced online hours ago.

Aryn restricts my time with the children and decides when, and for how long I may have them. She has rejected, without any reason, each and every request I have made to have the children sleepover at my residence. On the few days that I have the children, Aryn has insisted that my time with the children be limited during the week to approximately two and half hours per day, despite my requests for more time, including overnights with the children. I am therefore requesting a court order for a joint physical custody parenting plan.

Aryn tells a very different story via her lawyer…

Protecting the privacy and well-being of their children is of paramount importance to Aryn Drake-Lee Williams. It is unfortunate that Mr. Williams has chosen to draw public attention to this difficult time and transition for their family. Aryn is solely interested in the best interests of their children, supporting a healthy relationship with both parents, and protecting the children’s privacy. Therefore, she will not comment any further on Mr. Williams’ unilateral and unfortunate public allegations.

They are working together on this custody arrangement and staying as civil with each other as they can. They just want it to be seamless.They both want joint custody, so no fighting is involved whatsoever.

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Last week brought with it the first week of filming for ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’s tenth season.

Alas, as most of its ladies partied with ‘Friend of the Wives’ Shamea Morton in the peachy city, Kenya Moore was nowhere to be seen.

Fortunately, she had good reason.

Marc, you are the best man I have ever known. Thank you for loving me unconditionally. My #rideordie #bonnieandclyde

A post shared by Kenya Moore (@thekenyamoore) on Jun 19, 2017 at 4:15pm PDT

She got married!

Or did she?

Following news of the entertainer’s union several social media users took to the net, with her supposed habit of faking relationships on-camera in mind, to question the authenticity of the marriage.

Adding fuel to their fire?

Moore’s pal NeNe Leakes.

#NeneLeakes sounds off on #KenyaMoore secret marriage! ?? #RHOA

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Mahershala Ali made his way to ‘GQ‘ this month to scorch its pages with a summery spread.

I think African-Americans have a very convoluted relationship with patriotism. The fact is, we essentially were the abused child. We still love the parent, but you can’t overlook the fact that we have a very convoluted relationship with the parent. I absolutely love this country, but like so many people have some real questions and concerns about how things have gone down over the years and where we’re at. And that’s from a place of love, because I want the country to be what it says it is on paper.

There, he offered thoughts on race relations, his long and hard-fought rise to Hollywood fame, faith and much much more.

I think I identify with characters who have to make themselves smaller. Because that’s been my experience, as a large black man, to make people feel safer. Just because I always found”—he pauses again; he is exceedingly precise—“witnessing other people’s discomfort made me uncomfortable. And at the end of the day, it’s a lot of b.s., too. Sometimes you gotta be like, ‘Eff that.

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Tyra Banks has lived much of her life in front of the lens.

However, when it comes to matters of the private, the model turned mogul has been fiercely protective.

Case in point with her son York.

The fashion icon and photographer boyfriend Erik Asla welcomed the youngster (who is biologically theirs) in January 2016 via a surrogate.

In the time since, she’s bounced back into work – returning to America’s Next Top Model, joining America’s Got Talent, and producing ‘Life Size 2.’

However, breaking protocol, Banks shared the first picture of her 18th month old to mark the Father’s Day festivities.

Playfully writing the photo’s caption as her son, she posted the following message:

To all the amazing daddies out there that love their kids unconditionally like my mommy’s daddy and my daddy, too…HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
-York?

Adorable!

Here’s the proud parents…

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Hello…is it me you’re looking for?

According to reports, that’s what legend Lionel Richie may be saying to producers of the rebooted ‘American Idol.’

For, sources close to the production claim that they are keen to sign the icon as a judge on ABC‘s version of the talent search.

Richie’s undeniable impact, hit catalogue, and demographic are being cited as some of the reasons he’s being courted.

If he did hop-aboard, he would join previously announced judge Katy Perry.

The latter’s astounding fee of (an alleged) $25 million is likely to be an unavoidable factor when hashing out Richie’s deal. Because logistically anything remotely close to what was given to Perry would render it near impossible for the show to be profitable.

Multiple sources have stressed that this issue directly affected negotiations with Idol’s longtime host Ryan Seacrest.

A series of deals were put on the table, yet the number took a dive when Perry’s humungous pay packet was confirmed. Reportedly insulted by whatever offer was presented to him at the time, Seacrest is said to have withdrawn. However, when ABC execs heard, they pulled out all the stops to secure him. Word on the curb is that he is back on-board and will be receiving somewhere in the ball-park of $10 million – $15 million.

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Needless to say, the drama in the run-up to the show’s January 2018 return is proving quite titillating in itself.

Many seem willing to dismiss the Idol comeback – and the reasons are understandable.

However, for what it’s worth, we do feel Richie would be a great look.

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