Welcome to another edition of Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to honour the work of artists responsible for some of Pop culture’s brightest moments.

Today, as her role of villain on ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta‘ keeps her name hot on the lips of a new generation of TV lovers, we honour Kenya Moore‘s contributions to music, fashion and film and the often overlooked career she enjoyed before becoming a “Housewife.”

Born on January 24th 1971, Moore rose to stardom aged 22 when she became the winner of Miss USA in 1993.

What came next was a fruitful run in Hollywood which saw her support African-American fronted projects with performances which, for better or worse, would lead her to ‘Housewives’ front door.

Take that journey to the past with us via clips pulled from her projects below…

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The groundbreaking series ‘Dynasty‘ is to be revived by one of the creatives behind the hit ABC show ‘Revenge.’

Fantastic news for fans of both shows below…

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In 1955, a group of white men burst into the home of 14-year-old Emmett Till, kidnapped him, tortured, mutilated and shot him and dumped him in the Tallahatchie River.

His “crime”?

Threatening a woman named Carolyn Bryant Donham.

This year, long after his murderers were found Not Guilty and the passing of his mother (above), Donham has something to confess.

“I made it up.”

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‘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 2, titled ‘Hardball,’ below…

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Smash hit series ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ is back for a titillating third 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 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 11 of season 3 – titled ‘Not Everything’s About Annalise’ below…

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If folk thought KeKe Palmer planned to keep quiet about her recent spat with Trey Songz, they’re all sorts of mistaken.

Because the singer-actress is not only continuing to talk, she revealed to Larry King that she’s gearing up to take legal action too.

Full story below…

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Vanity Fair captures the media’s move towards increased diversity on their 2nd annual Hollywood Portfolio cover.

Stars, both established and rising, aligned for the striking shot which was lensed by Anne Leibovitz. 

Included is Janelle Monae, who has received rave reviews for her roles in ‘Hidden Figures’ and ‘Moonlight’ (both of which received several Oscar nominations).

Also featured is Lupita Nyong’o, whose recent film ‘The Queen Of Katwe’ was critically acclaimed.

We were also elated to spot Aja Naomi King. For, beyond her work on ‘How To Get Away With Murder,’ she’s still managing to shine through the darkness that encased ‘The Birth Of A Nation’ – which she starred in last year alongside Nate Parker.

Peep the ladies close up’s after the jump…

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Jennifer Lopez is never at a loss for roles.

The eternal stage slayer leads a star-studded line-up of judges for new NBC show ‘World Of Dance.’

Set to debut later this Spring, the 10-episode series (which the singer is also executive producing) is billed as an unparalleled dance competition, where the winner will receive a life-altering grand prize of $1 million.

Ne-Yo, Derek Hough, and Jenna Dewan Tatum complete the panel for the show, which brings the world’s elite dancers together to compete in epic battles of artistry, precision and athleticism. Solo artists will do battle against against duos and crews in different styles of Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet and Ballroom.

Last night saw the faces of the show align in Los Angeles for the official launch event.

Peep more pics below…

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BET’s New Edition miniseries has set a new ratings record for the platform with help from the millions who tuned in to catch its stars (pictured above) in action.

Details below…

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Once considered to be the weakest link in the ‘Love & Hip Hop’ family on a storyline and ratings front, ‘Love & Hip Hop: New York‘ continues to be bolstered by the arrivals of the multi-hyphenate talent Cardi B and the rapper Remy Ma.

Fantastic news below…

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Viola Davis has set a historical new record via her latest Oscar nomination.

Good news below…

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Is there a double standard in Hollywood when it comes to race and sexual assault?

The answer to that question is yes.

That is, if you ask the thousands who have risen on social media to question Hollywood and the media’s reluctance to slam the actor Casey Affleck for his alleged assaults on women after derailing Nate Parker’s ‘Birth of a Nation’ in 2016.

Why so many are outraged at the industry, media and “feminists”?

Find out below…

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