After Michelle Williams rocked TV ratings for Hallmark with the holiday-inspired film, ‘Christmas in Harmony’ (as we reported here), her Destiny’s Child bandmate Kelly Rowland is looking to do the same with the yuletide-flavored, ‘Merry Liddle Christmas Baby.’

Arriving on screens November 27, the Kelly Fyffe-Marshall-directed ‘Baby’ comes as the third installment of Lifetime’s ‘Merry Liddle Christmas’ franchise and follows the top-rated ‘Merry Liddle Christmas’ (2019) and ‘Merry Liddle Christmas Wedding’ (2020).

Reuniting Rowland with film stars Thomas Cadrot, Debbi Morgan, Bresha Webb, and more, look inside for the trailer to the latest chapter of Lifetime’s first-ever holiday trilogy.

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Britney Spears is past the days of cryptic social media posts and reiterating in more ways than one that she’s stronger than yesterday.

In the months that followed the explosive court hearing that saw her allege years of mistreatment and abuse under a 13-year conservatorship arrangement, the Pop icon hasn’t exactly been shy about taking to social media to slam her family members’ respective roles in keeping the legal arrangement going.

After taking aim at her father (Jamie Spears) and sister (Jamie Lynn Spears), now the 39-year-old has her sights set on her mother (Lynne Spears).  Hop inside to see the now-deleted, damning social media post from Tuesday night (November 2) that sent the diva’s fans into an uproar.

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The Soul Train Awards 2021 will bring with it a major honor for R&B superstar Maxwell. 

For, the ‘Pretty Wings’ performer will be bestowed with the coveted Legend Award at the November 28 ceremony, which is taking place at the legendary Apollo Theater in New York.

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Ashanti has achieved many accolades over the course of her two decades in the spotlight.

And the latest comes courtesy of the Soul Train Awards, who have unveiled the singer as the latest recipient of the Lady of Soul honor.

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It’s once again time to hop aboard the Soul Train!

BET presents the 2021 Soul Train Awards on November 28, so what better way to incite excitement than to reveal the official list of nominations?!

An eclectic array of names lead the ballot this year, with H.E.R. nabbing 8 noms, while Jazmine Sullivan and Chris Brown follow with 6, and Wizkid and Tems securing 5.

Set to take place at the legendary Apolo Theater in New York, the show – which will be hosted by Tichina Arnold and Tisha Campbell for the third time- will simulcast on BET and BET Her at 8 PM ET.

Check out the full list of nominees below…

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Adele is going all out with the promotion for her eagerly anticipated album ’30.’

For, fresh from announcing a US TV special, the British belter has confirmed a UK special named ‘An Audience With Adele.’

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Lady Gaga glows on the December issue of both British Vogue and Vogue Italia. 

Armed with the momentum of her chart-topping album ‘Chromatica’ and critically acclaimed ‘Love For Sale’ LP with Tony Bennett,  Mother Monster is strutting ahead with full gusto to the release of ‘House of Gucci.’

The big screen affair hits theaters worldwide on November 26 and is already drumming up Oscar buzz.

Directed by Ridley Scott, the film sees Gaga play Patrizia Reggiani: the ex-wife of Gucci who was convicted of orchestrating his hit after he had an affair.

Prior to its premiere, the Academy Award-winning star posed it up in the Steven Meisel lensed shoot and also opened up in earnest about transforming into Reggiani for the movie.

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Halle Berry is making her directorial debut.

For the occasion, she is bringing along some famous friends for the soundtrack.

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This Friday (November 5) brings with it the release of Summer Walker’s sophomore album ‘Still Over It.’

Following on from 2019’s breakthrough effort ‘Over It’ and last year’s EP ‘Life On Earth,’ the project is preceded by lead single ‘Ex For A Reason’ featuring JT from the City Girls.

Now, she’s unleashed the full tracklist and confirmed that the LP features the likes of Cardi B, Ciara, SZA, Ari Lennox, and more.

Head below to see the full rundown of songs:

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‘Tyler Perry’s Bruh’ is back with more episodes of its titillating second season on BET+.

Anchored by Barry Brewer (“John”), Mahdi Cocci (“Tom”), Phillip Mullings Jr. (“Mike”), and Monti Washington (“Bill”), the original series chronicles the layered lives of four Black friends from college.

Now in their 30s, the quad is tasked with navigating life, love, and responsibilities while ensuring their brotherly bond remains intact.

With drama never too far away, the ‘Bruh’ latest chapter re-affirms why the show has so many buzzing.

That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with the cast, who dished on the series, their real-life bond, and what folk can expect from the latest episodes.

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Hot girl summer may be over, but that didn’t stop Megan Thee Stallion from bringing the heat.

The acclaimed rapper has been given the prestigious honor of being named Glamour Magazine‘s Woman of the Year.

While the emphasis may be on her stunning looks – she was lensed by Kennedi Carter – she gives an equally compelling interview about her life.

In it she touches on such subjects as who influenced her, her alter ego, and using her platform for good.

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Normani saw out Halloween with a fiery bang.

For, the stage blazer ignited flames in a video tribute to 1996 film ‘From Dusk Till Dawn.’

Taking on the role of Santanico Pandemonium (popularized by Salma Hayek), the singer showed her ‘Wild Side’ and then some.

The showing comes as the 25-year-old’s Cardi B-assisted hit eyes the top spot on Urban radio.

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