Niecy Nash and her wife Jessica Betts are blazing quite the trail.

Because the lovebirds have made history by becoming the first-ever same-sex couple to grace the cover of ESSENCE magazine.

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In the realm of R&B, Mary J. Blige‘s 30-year career is nearly unrivaled – a status underscored by the Billboard welcome of her latest studio album, ‘Good Morning Gorgeous.’

The 13-track affair, which features guest appearances from Usher, DJ Khaled, Anderson. Paak, and more, was quickly hailed a critical touchdown upon its release on February 11 (just two days before her historic Super Bowl Halftime Show).

In addition to the buzz she drummed up in promotion of the big game, Blige embarked on an extensive campaign in the LP’s support – touching ‘Good Morning America,’ ‘The View,’ ‘The Breakfast Club,’ and a number of other high profile spots in the process.

Those efforts, according to industry analysts, would lead the project to be the diva’s 14th top 20 debut on the Billboard 200.  Now that the tracking week is behind her, look inside to see just where ‘Gorgeous’ landed.

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‘Meet Me At Our Spot’ singer Willow is being met with backlash due to excerpts from her debut novel, the October 4-due ‘Black Shield Maiden,’ being deemed Islamophobic.

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Ceaser and the gang are gearing up for yet another drama-packed season of VH1’s hit series, ‘Black Ink Crew: New York.’

Per a press release, the season 9 comeback of the reality venture – which kicks off February 21 at 8PM – will see its cast returning to their flagship store in Brooklyn.

But, for fans who can’t get enough of the franchise, another spinoff – ‘Black Ink Crew: Compton’ – sees its sophomore season on the same night.

Hop inside for an extended look at the action set to unfold via both shows’ super trailers:

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Saweetie fans (affectionately called #ICYGang) may be impatiently awaiting the delivery of her serially-delayed debut studio album, ‘Pretty B*tch Music,’ but a recent interview reveals the rapstress also has her sights set on delivering something else.

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‘Stranger Things,’ one of the most popular programs in Netflix history, is set to pen its final chapter on the platform.

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Welcome To The Latest
TGJ Roundtable!

Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.

Now, we give you a front-row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, Rashad, Joe, and Ryan – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…

Super Bowl Halftime Show 2022 

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With her eponymous tell-all Lifetime documentary, Janet Jackson is taking control of her narrative like never before – putting longstanding rumors to rest and telling the truest side of one of the most celebrated stories in Pop music history.

As fans new and old (affectionately called the #JanFam) get acquainted with the diva in brand new ways, the two-part doc – which aired Friday (January 28) and Saturday (January 29) – has also encouraged them to get reacquainted with her iconic catalog.

The result?  Miss Jackson can be found in control of real-time sales tallies and rising on streaming outlets.

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After a firestorm of headlines, Jamie Lynn Spears has seen her memoir ‘Things I Should Have Said’ become a bestseller nationally.

And while that may bring her joy, big sister Britney Spears is none too impressed.

As reported, the ‘Slave 4 U’ performer took umbrage with her sibling for various remarks made about her in the book – as well as releasing the book in the first place.

Indeed, the singer has made no secret of her sentiment that the project is, from her perspective, an exploitative move following the termination of the conservatorship that controlled her personal and professional life for 13 years. A conservatorship Britney insists her family benefitted from.

Now, in a fresh post on the matter, it’s clear the superstar is doubling down on her stance.

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Meet Gyimah Gariba, the maestro behind ‘Big Blue.’

The gifted animator, who was raised in Ghana and resides in Canada, is the central engine behind the revered animation series.

Launched on Nicktoons earlier this month, ‘Big Blue’ follows the adventures of Captain Lettie and the Calypso Crew, who make it their duty to help save the Big Blue and protect its oh-so-unique residents.  With each mission comes many a twist and turn, with ample laughter along the way. 

That Grape Juice caught up with the creative force to discuss the show, his inspiring journey, working with Timbaland on the theme song, and much more.

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Jeannie Mai and Jeezy are basking in the happiness brought their way by their newborn baby.

As reported, The Real presenter and rapper welcomed their first child together this month and revealed that the youngster’s name is Monaco Mai Jenkins.

Now, Mai returned to the daytime talker for a very special gender reveal.

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Jeannie Mai and Jeezy are basking in the joy of the birth of their first child together.

And now the couple has shared more about their newborn. Specifically the youngster’s name.

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