With an ongoing media onslaught surrounding his allegedly faked homophobic attack, ‘Hurt People’ singer Jussie Smollett’s seeing his real life drama hurt the ratings of the scripted drama, ‘Empire.’

Once FOX’s flagship production, the Taraji P. Henson-led series was already steadily declining in viewership ahead of the commotion caused by Smollett – a feat the negative press certainly didn’t help.  Just a week after posting its lowest season premiere ratings (mid-season or otherwise), reports now have it ‘Empire’ delivered its lowest figures to date (overall) on its Wednesday (March 20) episode.

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The run-up to the broadcast of HBO’s Michael Jackson documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ was defined by an avalanche of media coverage.

Controversial from its announcement, the Dan Reed production spotlighted two men who accused the singer of abuse – despite previously testifying under oath that the star never did anything of the sort.

Still, the trio did the press rounds touting their narrative. However, they were followed at every turn by supporters of Jackson who presented compelling (and oft overlooked) evidence that cast a cloud of doubt over the claims. Including the fact that one of the men, Wade Robson, only launched his campaign after trying and failing to secure work in a Las Vegas show mounted in Jackson’s honor.

The late legend’s Estate took the fight a step further by filing a $100 million lawsuit against HBO – citing a breach of contract about representation of Jackson’s character relating to an earlier deal..

For both sides, the battle-lines had clearly been drawn. And with all the debate it ignited,  the one consensus seemed to be that a ratings win was a cert.

Yet, with the figures revealed, it appears the public just weren’t that interested.

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Tinashe racked up praise aplenty for her turn in FOX‘s ‘Rent,’ however ratings for last night’s broadcast were anything but stellar.

In fact, it registered the lowest ever numbers for a televised live musical.

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WEtv dropped the mic and shook things up for the 12th season of their hit reality series,‘Marriage Boot Camp,’ by inviting an all Hip Hop flavored cast.

Their answer to VH1’s flagship series, ‘Love & Hip Hop,’ the women’s network called on the likes of rappers Soulja Boy, Waka Flocka, Lil’ Fizz, and their respective boos to fill out the roster of the highly anticipated reality venture.

With the first taste of its drama unfolding Thursday, January 10th at 10p ET/PT, official ratings have finally been uncovered and show just how many tuned in…

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Fans of hit Tyler Perry drama, “The Haves and the Have Nots,” apparently could not wait until the new year reunited them with the OWN series.

For, upon its season premiere on Tuesday (January 8), the show blazed the competition and rang in as the night’s #1 scripted cable program.  A consistent ratings winner since its 2013 debut, tuck in below to find out just how many people tuned in to see the latest antics of The Cryers, The Harringtons, and co.:

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It’s just not a good time to be R&B legend R. Kelly.

The singer, the subject of Lifetime’s ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ (a scathing documentary highlighting decades of his alleged sexual abuse of minors), has been engulfed in a media and legal firestorm following some of its jaw-dropping accusations.

As we reported here, night one alone of the three-part docuseries rocked social media and was penciled into the network’s history books for its stellar viewership.  Now, with all the showings combined, the entire series is locked as one of Lifetime’s most viewed programs ever!

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The first two hour block of Lifetime’s controversial three-part documentary, ‘Surviving R. Kelly,’ made its premiere last night despite reports its key subject, the Grammy-winning R. Kelly, was threatening a lawsuit if it aired (click here to read more on that).

Highlighting Kelly’s alleged 30-year+ history with the sexual abuse of young girls, the docuseries called on a number of testimonies from people in the singer’s circle including relatives, former business partners, and, of course, the victims themselves.  Setting Twitter alight, the hashtag #SurvivingRKelly dominated the social media platform as the night’s most trending topic – a conversation that spilled over into the next morning (January 4).

Now, preliminary ratings figures reveal people did more than talk, but also tuned into the series in droves! Joining rank among the network’s most watched programs EVER, look for details inside:

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18 years after first bringing the role of ‘Eve’ to life in the modern Disney classic film, ‘Life Size,’ model/actress Tyra Banks reprised her role as the Barbie come-to-life in its long-awaited sequel.

Strutting to television via the Freeform channel on Sunday, Dec. 2 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, ‘Life Size 2’ may have hit the screen sans its first star, Lindsay Lohan, but the holiday comedy – amidst terrible reviews and stiff Sunday night competition – emerged one of the night’s top rated programs.

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As reported here, after scoring ratings wins for Lifetime courtesy of her biopic ‘Unbreak My Heart’ and the biographical film, ‘Faith Under Fire,’ R&B veteran Toni Braxton flexed her acting muscle once more for the network via the November 24th-aired holiday film, ‘Every Day Is Christmas.’

Sharing the screen with the likes of Michael Jai White, sister Towanda Braxton, and more, the film – inspired by Charles Dickens classic “A Christmas Carol,” saw the diva portray a shrewd businesswoman whose other worldly experiences force her to embrace the spirit of the season.

While ratings reports were delayed due to Thanksgiving, refreshed news indicates Toni’s faithful fans – affectionately called #ToniTigers, helped the songstress claw her way to yet another ratings winner for the network.  Details inside:

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The road to “I do” is seeing Destiny’s Child superstar Michelle Williams and fiance/pastor Chad Johnson take a stroll down the reality show circuit via OWN’s ‘Chad Loves Michelle.’

Premiering November 3rd at 9pm EST, the series not only takes a behind-the-scenes look as the soon-to-be newlyweds prepare for marriage but also gives fans a peek into their respective personal troubles (including Michelle’s publicized stint at a mental health facility).

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Fans of Fox’s hit series, ‘911,’ apparently couldn’t wait to get their eyes and ears on the show’s sophomore season.

Opening to a two night premiere on Sunday (September 23), final ratings figures have revealed the series was gifted its best ratings to date!  Details inside:

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Despite last year’s Primetime Emmy Awards boasting a slight improvement in ratings from its predecessor, the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards (which aired live from the Los Angeles Microsoft Theater on September 17th) took that promising trend back downward.

Drawing a record-low audience, this year’s showing – hosted by Michael Che and Colin Jost of ‘Saturday Night Live’ – saw an 11 percent drop in viewership compared to the last two years.

Curious to see just how many tuned in to see “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” become the first show from a streaming service to win best comedy and HBO’s hit series, “Game of Thrones,” win the top drama? The answer inside:

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