Nicki Minaj has been the center of a firestorm of controversy since publicly explaining her hesitancy to be vaccinated, during which she also shared an anecdote indicating she knew someone in her home country of Trinidad who suffered from swollen testicles as a direct result of receiving the vaccine.

After Pfizer and Moderna (manufacturers of the COVID-19 vaccine), the Center for Disease Control (CDC), and Dr. Anthony Fauci took to press earlier this week to debunk the claim (as we reported here), later Trinidad and Tobago health officials – namely Health Minister Dr. Terrence Deyalsingh – called a press conference to do the same.

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While the VERZUZ battle between Ja Rule and Fat Joe was undoubtedly a win for the culture, many feel the latter is holding an “L” for. Not so much for his performance, but specific remarks he made about Ja’s guests Lil Mo and Vita.

And Mo is speaking up and out about it.

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After early murmurs, it’s been confirmed that a remake of ‘The Bodyguard’ is happening.

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Lauren Jauregui has lifted the lid on her long-awaited debut project, which she has confirmed is titled ‘Prelude.’

And the former Fifth Harmony singer has spilled details on the set’s unique rollout too.

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Remy Ma may have only been a guest on the VERZUZ between Ja Rule and Fat Joe, but she certainly made her presence felt.

And now, she’s building on the buzz her appearance created by dropping a brand new song.

Christened ‘Godmother,’ the gritty track finds the femcee firing from all cylinders.

Interestingly, it’s listed as being released via indie imprint EMPIRE – which appears to confirm the rapper’s departure from Sony’s Columbia Records, the major label that she dropped tracks such as ‘Wake Me Up’ and ‘Pretty Brown’ via.

Take a listen to new Remy Ma below…

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Kehlani is wasting approximately no time accelerating full speed with the campaign for her newly announced album, ‘Blue Water Road.’

For, just a day after trumpeting news of the project’s winter arrival, she has shared the video for its lead single ‘Altar.’

The bouncy jam was produced by Pop Wansel and Daoud and finds Kehlani reflecting on a love she wants to lift up and admire the more.

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Word on the curb is that Frank Ocean is gearing up to release a brand new album.

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Fans of The Wendy Williams Show will have to wait a while longer for the premiere of season 13. Because moments ago, the team behind the hit daytime talker revealed that the launch of the latest installment of the show has been postponed.

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Kacey Musgraves is back in a big way.

For, her latest album – ‘Star-Crossed’ – is set to hit the chart with major numbers.

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Nas continues to promote his new music.

This time around, he shared the video for his song ‘Brunch On Sundays.’ However, he made it a star-studded affair.

In the visual, Nas is joined by several of the biggest names in Hollywood, such as: LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Swizz Beatz, Hit-Boy, Cordae, and Lil Rel Howery.

The video’s plot centers on having brunch with your loved ones after a long weekend and enjoying their company.

‘Brunch On Sundays’ can be found on Nas’ latest album, ‘King’s Disease II’ (stream it here). The project previously peaked at #2 on the Billboard 200.

Watch the Omar Jones-directed clip for ‘Brunch On Sundays’ below…

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Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett are going all out for the launch of ‘Love for Sale,’ their second and final collaborative album.

And they’re doing so in partnership with media giant ViacomCBS.

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‘The Proud Family’ is heading back on the box and will be bringing a number of familiar faces with it.

As earlier reported, Disney+ will serve as the home of the new original series ‘The Proud Family: Louder And Prouder’ – which will see Kyla Pratt reprise her lead role as Penny Proud.

It had been confirmed that the likes of Keke Palmer and Billy Porter are in the mix.

And today has seen a slew of notable names unveiled as special guests who’ll appear throughout the inaugural season.

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