After opening to a viewership audience of 3.91 million with its premiere episode in September 2019, ‘Mixed-ish’ – the prequel spinoff sitcom from ABC juggernaut comedy ‘Black-ish’ – continued to draw strong ratings across the remainder of its 24-episode season 1 run, a consistency rewarded with a season 2 renewal.

Just 7 months after its first season’s finale, the Tika Sumpter & Mark-Paul Gosselaar-led series returned to screens January 26.

And if the viewership figures are anything to judge by, fans of the show apparently couldn’t wait to see the latest happenings of “Bow,” “Paul,” “Harrison,” Alicia,” and the gang.

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Not even two months after movie lovers were first sent into a frenzy about a TV-adapted reboot of classic 90’s film, ‘Waiting to Exhale’ (which celebrated its 25th anniversary in December), speculation began mounting about who among today’s crop of actresses would float the revamp and who among its surviving cast (Lela Rochon, Loretta Devine, Angela Bassett) would reprise their original roles.

When Devine first broke the news of the venture, she expressed interest in reassuming her role as the feisty hairdresser “Gloria ‘Glo’ Matthews” (click here to see that).

More recently, the Academy and EMMY award nominated Bassett visited CBS morning talk show, ‘The Talk,’ to dish about her interest in reuniting with the film’s writer – Terry McMillan – to reprise her portrayal of the fiery “Bernadine Harris.”

Did you miss the discussion when it first aired? Look inside to see it:

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While ‘Lonely’ and ‘Holy,’ the first two singles from Justin Bieber‘s yet-titled sixth studio album, have been consistent top performers on the Hot 100 (with the latter racking up over 3 months of buoyancy in the tally’s top 10), their follow-up – the January 1-released ‘Anyone’ – hasn’t exactly enjoyed the same fanfare.

By no means a commercial failure as it debuted at #6 on the hitlist, however the The Monsters & Strangerz-produced song quickly lost its grip to the top 10 – slipping to #26 just three weeks after its chart premiere.

In an effort to turn the tide on the fate of ‘Anyone,’ Bieber has unveiled yet another music video in its support.  The antithesis of the tune’s original, Colin Tilley-directed visual, the black-and-white alternate swaps out the cinematic gloss of its predecessor to serve stripped down and intimate instead.

Focused solely and Justin and his wife, Hailey, look inside to see the GRAMMY-winning singer’s latest ode to his boo.

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Self-proclaimed “King of the South” T.I. has been the center of king-sized controversy all week.

Just days after his wife – Tameka “Tiny” Harris – took to social media to defend him against resurfaced allegations from Atlanta businesswoman Sabrina Peterson that he held her at gunpoint in front of her children (click here to read more), the GRAMMY-winner/social activist is now being blasted by reports he was involved in a sex trafficking ring.

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In news that’s sent the entertainment industry reeling, legendary screen actress Cicely Tyson has died.

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The Weeknd is no stranger to the spotlight, but has long digested the memo that “it takes a village.”

He celebrates that mantra a-front of the latest of Billboard Magazine with his dream-team.

They are comprised of manager Wassim “Sal” Slaiby, La Mar C. Taylor, and Amir “Cash” Esmailian.

The feature comes as the collective prep Abel’s headlining set at the Super Bowl Halftime Show on February 7 at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium.

Peep pics below…

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Though Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have not officially divorced, she reportedly has an exit strategy in place.

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Cardi B has teamed up with Facebook for a new show named ‘Cardi Tries _____.’

The series (which is executive produced by the star alongside Jesse Collins) sees her trying her hand at new skills outside of her Hip-Hop rooting. From lacing up to become a ballerina, firefighter, car racer, teacher, and more.

She won’t be alone, as notable names and faces pop up to help her achieve her goals.

Episode 6 is here and sees Cardi become a nursery school teacher.

Watch below….

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Dane Baptiste has long commanded the laughs with his unbridled brand of comedy.

And he continues along said trajectory with new BBC show ‘Bamous.’

The provocative special is centred on the NASBLAQ, a mythical stock index for black and famous talent.

Baptiste, who is joined by a cast of up and coming comedians, explores the NASBLAQ through a series of stand-up routines, topical updates and sketches that will no doubt leave viewers in stitches.

That Grape Juice caught up with the comic, who opened up about ‘Bamous,’ Black representation in the media sphere, and much more.

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FKA Twigs has returned with new music.

Last year, Headie One teamed up with producer Fred Again for his ‘GANG’ mixtape, which featured the FKA Twigs collaboration ‘Judge Me.’ 

Now the trio has returned with an expanded version of the song that has been rebranded as ‘Don’t Judge Me.’ The new version explores its predecessor’s themes in greater detail and elevates them to the next level with the new visuals directed by Emmanuel Adjei.

Last year Twigs revealed to ‘Programs At Home’that she completed a full alum during the pandemic. It is currently unclear if ‘Don’t Judge Me’ will appear on it.

What are you waiting for? Check out the stunning new visuals below…

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Selena Gomez has been busy cooking up new music.

For, the music superstar has just a announced the release of her first Spanish-language EP called ‘Revelación.’ 

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Pink Sweat$ has revamped his song ‘At My Worst’ with a new remix with Kehlani.

For her verse, Kehlani sings:

“Can you see what I’m not saying from my eyes? / All I know is love, for you it’s real / It’s different from anything that I thought I’d feel / Don’t you worry / I’ll be there whenever you want me.“

‘At My Worst’ helped propel Pink Sweat$ into global stardom. The song’s official video has over 50 million views on YouTube and has pulled more than 100 million streams globally across various platforms.

The track was featured on his 2020 EP ‘The Prelude,’ which sets the stage for his upcoming debut album ‘Pink Planet’ arriving on February 12.

Listen to the Kehlani-assisted ‘At My Worst’ below…

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