Janet Jackson, Shonda Rimes, Viola Davis, Kerry Washington, and T.I. are just a few of many big names who have poured out support for actor/singer Jussie Smollett after That Grape Juice exclusively broke news he was physically attacked early Tuesday morning (January 29) by racist and homophobic assailants.

Taking to social media to not only lend their well-wishes but also raise awareness about hate crimes, Smollett’s fans, friends, and admirers made their stances known and voices heard as they respectively called for justice for Jussie.

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With the 2019 Super Bowl being just days away, the NFL looked set to host a press conference with the Halftime headliners – Maroon 5. A practice that has, over many years, become customary.

However, amidst volumized backlash, the sports giant has pulled the plug on this year’s pre-game event.

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J. Cole is back and wasting no time making his presence felt.

The Hip-Hop titan just dropped new single ‘Middle Child’ and will be taking to the stage at NBA’s All-Star Game to perform the track. For, he’s been unveiled as the Halftime headliner.

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Normani is fast-becoming one of the world’s fastest-rising Pop stars thanks to the string of critically acclaimed smash hits she has released since Fifth Harmony disbanded.

This week, her star glides to even higher ground as her new Sam Smith-backed tune ‘Dancing with a Stranger’ dominates British radio.

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Janet Jackson is taking a worldwide approach ahead of the release of her hotly anticipated new album.

Last year saw the superstar singer rock US audiences on her ‘State of The World Tour’ as well as a number of notable festivals.

Now, she’s set to slay the stage at one of the most globally revered spectacles – Glastonbury in the UK.

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Just like that one tweet set the Internet ablaze with reports of a leaked list of purported 2019 Grammy winners.

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It’s official! Christina Aguilera is heading to Las Vegas!

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation has reason to believe the R. Kelly, the alleged child rapist, is engaging in modern slavery/ sex-trafficking.

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Kehlani has urged critics of the gifted Pop princess Tinashe to think twice about the way they address her supposed career woes.

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Normani and Sam Smith have unleashed the video for new single ‘Dancing With A Stranger.’

Directed by Vaughan Arnell, the slick clip features the duo as they contemplate and navigate the aftermath of a breakup.

Already a UK hit (#3) and fast rising in the US, the release is the first from both acts this year following recent successes with ‘Promises‘ (Smith) and ‘Love Lies’ ( Normani).

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Ozuna is addressing his scandal head-on.

As widely reported, the Latin superstar became entangled in quite the drama when an “intimate video” of him surfaced on an adult tape featuring other male performers. Video his legal team assert was made while he was a minor.

The narrative took a unique turn when, in confirming it was indeed him on the tape, the 26-year-old revealed that he had been extorted to tune of $50,000 to keep it under wraps.

And, as if that wasn’t enough, Kevin Fret – the gay rapper allegedly at the center of the extortion claim – was murdered in Puerto Rico early this month. Prompting many a murmur.

Looking to put the entire matter behind him, Ozuna (born Juan Rosado) spoke up and out on the situation while in concert at Calibash Las Vegas 2019.

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Azealia Banks continues to draw crowds and sell out shows wherever she goes and last night saw her do the same in London.

There, the rapper left eggs running on the faces of her critics by rocking the city with an electric show designed to celebrate her discography and thank her fans for their support.

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