Russell Simmons is renowned for bringing some of the culture’s most revered productions to the airwaves.

However, these days, it’s the mogul’s personal life that has been quite the trending topic.

That trajectory continues today in the wake of the shocking claims his daughter Aoki Lee Simmons has taken to social media to share.

The 20-year-old levelled a number of jaw-dropping claims against her dad – ranging from suggestion that he “is not well” to claims that he cut her off while she was in a vulnerable state abroad to making verbal assaults against her, her sister, and their mom Kimora Lee Simmons. She also asserts that Russell has threatened to end her career in fashion.

Aoki’s words await below…

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 15th season. And despite nearly two decades on-air, the Bravo hit is continuing to bring the heat.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi Burruss, Kenya Moore, Marlo Hampton, Drew Sidora, Sheree Whitfield, and Sanya Richards-Ross will be serving up on episode 8 / season 15?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out below…

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After raking in critical acclaim for her previously produced films for Lifetime (‘The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel,’ ‘Betty & Coretta,’ and ‘Mary J. Blige’s Real Love‘), Queen of Hip-Hop Soul Mary J. Blige is looking to reign over TV ratings again with the sequel to ‘Real Love’ – ‘Mary J. Blige’s Strength of a Woman.’

Named after her chart-topping 2017 album, the ‘Strength of a Woman’ movie tells the story of a succeessful photographer who is picking up the pieces of her life and learning to love again as she bounces back from news of her husband’s infidelity.

Starring Da’Vinchi, Ajiona Alexus, Princess Davis, and more, look inside to see the trailer of the Shari L. Carpenter-flick ahead of its arrival on Lifetime tonight (June 17) at 8p ET.

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Joseline Hernandez is making light of her recent arrest.

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In news certain to piss off the racist detractors, Disney’s 2023 live-action remake of the 1989 animated classic ‘The Little Mermaid‘ has not only doubled the original’s box office receipts but has sailed into the top 5 ranking of “most successful films of the year” to date.

And despite the unfavorable reception in Asian markets, the execs at Disney are so pleased with the performance of the Halle Bailey-led flick that they’re giving it an animated spinoff for TV.

Details inside.

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After putting the “Rocket City” on the map with its #1 unscripted series ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville‘ (and following with its top-rated spinoff ‘Love & Marriage: DC‘), OWN is revving up to get a similar response from the “Motor City.”

The network has unveiled a first look at ‘Love & Marriage: Detroit‘ – the latest series to derive from the popular franchise.

Structured much like ‘Huntsville’ and ‘DC’ before it, the Detroit-based iteration of ‘Love & Marriage’ will chronicle the personal and professional highs and lows of three successful Black couples as they navigate life, work, love, and drama.

Ahead of its season 1 premiere on June 24, get acquainted with the couples – Russell & Kolby Harris, Brandon & Kristina Bowman-Smith, and Anthony & Dr. LaToya Thompson – courtesy of the official trailer.

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Jamie Foxx, John Boyega, and Teyonah Parris are set to make a splash in the new Netflix original film, ‘They Cloned Tyrone.’

The mysterious movie centers on a trio of life-long friends, who – after a series of unusual events – are thrust onto the trail of a mind-bending conspiracy. One attached to a chaotic experiment by society’s leading forces.

With a July 21 release set on the streamer, an extended trailer of the Juel Taylor-directed flick has been unleashed.

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Will Whitney and Ola repair their broken relationship? Will Renee go through with divorcing Jason? Will Sondi and Matthew take their relationship to the next level? You will have to tune in to see.

That Grape Juice’s Chet Kincaid catches up with the cast who reveal what to expect from the new season.

Check out the interviews above and below…

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The ‘Transformers’ franchise is back for what is shaping up to be one of its biggest instalments yet.

Directed by Steven Caple Jr, ‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ is resonating with filmgoers and critics alike – with its gripping story, jaw-dropping production, and compelling performances.

Led Anthony Ramos and Dominique Fishback, the action-packed Sci-Fi adventure (which also stars the likes of Tobe Nwigwe and MJ Rodriguez) sees Optimus Prime and the Autobots faced with their biggest threat yet. Faced with an entity capable of destorying Earth, the collective must team up with a powerful faction of Transformers (Maximals) to save the planet.

That Grape Juice‘s Samuel Eni sat down with Ramos, Fishback, and Nwigwe – who dished on the box office smash and played a hilarious game of Heads Up.

Watch the EXCLUSIVE interview above and be sure to let us know…

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Joseline Hernandez is behind bars after a shocking backstage attack on Big Lex – a former contestant on her reality show ‘Joseline’s Cabaret.’

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Congratulations are in order for Uzo Aduba and her filmmaker husband Robert Sweeting. 

Because the actress has announced that she is pregnant with their first child.

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 15th season. And despite nearly two decades on-air, the Bravo hit is continuing to bring the heat.

Already drenched in drama, the latest installment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Kandi Burruss, Kenya Moore, Marlo Hampton, Drew Sidora, Sheree Whitfield, and Sanya Richards-Ross will be serving up on episode 7 / season 15?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out below…

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