As comedian Aries Spears saw his name soar to trending heights on social media two weeks ago in response to his unprovoked criticism of GRAMMY-winning singer Lizzo and her physique (as we reported here), a number of commenters – celebrity and all – weighed in on the topic.

Among the more headline-grabbing responses was that of actor-comedian Mike Epps, who not only called Spears a ‘b*tch’ for his initial statement but also said he looked ‘sick and dirty.’

During a recent chat with VLAD TV, Aries was quizzed on his thoughts about Epps’ comments.  In his reply, he revealed his beef with Mike goes back much further than the Lizzo quip and suggested ‘The Upshaws’ star’s true motive for speaking out was deeper than the defense of the ‘About Damn Time’ singer.

Hear his commentary inside.

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Having just wrapped her own Las Vegas residency over the summer, Queen of Quiet Storm Anita Baker is no stranger to packing venues on the Strip and courting a myriad of guests from all over the country – celebrities included.

Over Labor Day weekend, however, she took to Sin City to find herself among the swooning concertgoers who packed Dolby Live at Park MGM to see Usher bring down the house on the latest date in his recently-extended ‘My Way’ residency.

Once spotted in the VIP section of the theater, Ush put the spotlight on the GRAMMY-winning diva and dedicated his 2004 ‘Confessions’ favorite ‘Superstar’ to her.

A fitting tribute to the legendary songstress, look inside to see her emotional response to the crooner.

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In an attempt to save his vocal cords, ‘Save Your Tears’ hitmaker The Weeknd made headlines over the weekend when he pulled the plug on the Los Angeles stop of his ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ tour because his voice gave out (as we reported here).

Offering apologies and promising to reschedule the show, the GRAMMY winner (born Abel Tesfaye) quickly took to social media shortly after the abrupt concert ending to reiterate his remorse.

“My voice went out during my first song and I’m devastated,” he started the message. “Felt it go and my heart dropped. My deepest apologies to my fans here. I promise I’ll make it up to you with a new date.”

And though he’s yet the confirm when his return to LA’s SoFi Stadium is scheduled for, he did take to Instagram to give an optimistic update about his health.  Giving his resident fans there a glimmer of hope his revisit will be sooner than later, look inside to see exactly what he said.

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With just days to go before the September 9 release of Ari Lennox‘s new album ‘Age / Sex / Location,’ the R&B songbird has hatched the official tracklist for the LP.

Preceded by singles ‘Pressure,’ ‘Hoodie,’ and Summer Walker collaboration ‘Queen Space,’ the project follows the starlet’s 2019 debut ‘Shea Butter Baby.’

Now, folk are invited to see which other tracks and guests will populate Lennox’s sophomore set.

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It’s time to say goodbye to ‘Queen Sugar.’

Since its debut in 2016, the Ava DuVernay-helmed show has proven a sweet treat for fans, who quickly embraced its compelling narrative and were wowed weekly by the stunning performance of its cast.

Anchored by stars Kofi Siriboe, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Bianca Lawson, and Rutina Wesley, ‘Queen Sugar’ chronicles the complicated lives of the Bordelon clan in the deep south.

A consistent ratings performer for OWN, the NAACP Image Award-winning show is considered one of the network’s flagship offerings.

Ahead of the premiere of its seventh and final season tonight (September 6), That Grape Juice‘s Shar Jossell sat down with Bianca Lawson and Rutina Wesley, as well as Tina Lifford and Omar Dorsey. The stars collectively opened up about the end of ‘Queen Sugar’ and what viewers can expect from its concluding chapter.

Watch the interviews above and below…

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Janet Jackson has long left many starstruck – including other celebrities.

Such was the case in London this week when the legend surprised Teyana Taylor. 

Following the latter’s epic performance at the O2 Brixton Academy in the UK capital, Jackson was on hand to greet the unsuspecting performer backstage.

Visibly moved, a teary Taylor embraced the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer as the pair exchanged words of love and admiration.

More on the moving moment after the jump…

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Justin Bieber has pulled the plug on his ‘Justice World Tour.’

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Fat Joe stands as a beacon of longevity in Hip-Hop. As such, it’s oh so fitting that the Rap royal has been tapped to host the BET HIp-Hop Awards 2022.

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Megan Thee Stallion takes fans on a cinematic ride in the video for ‘Ungrateful (ft. Key Glock),’ the latest offering from her sophomore album ‘Traumazine.’

Directed by Meg’s longtime collaborator Colin Tilley, the slick clip is set at a funeral where the femcee makes an interesting encounter.

The ‘Ungrateful’ visual follows the videos for ‘Her’ and ‘Sweetest Pie’ featuring Dua Lipa.

Watch Megan in action after the jump…

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The ‘Real Housewives Of Potomac’ are back!

Mark October 9 on those calendars, because said date brings with it the return of the popular Bravo series.

Gone are the days where the Madams of Maryland squabbled over etiquette. Because in the show’s seventh season, the drama escalates to new levels.

‘Potomac’ staples Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Candiace Dillard, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton are all back in the mix.

RHOP OG Charrisse Jackson Jordan re-joins the ladies in a Friend Of capacity and immediately rustles feathers. Mia’s pal Jacqueline Blake also boards as a Friend Of.

Prior to its premiere, check out the explosive first look trailer of the ‘Real Housewives Of Potomac’ season 7…

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Britney Spears and Elton John have blasted straight into the upper echelon of the Billboard Hot 100 with their new collaborative single, ‘Hold Me Closer.’

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Kim Kardashian continues to bask in her status as one of Pop culture’s most polarizing figures.

And she does so with an oh-so-racy cover shoot for Interview Magazine’s September issue.

The all-American-themed spread (which was lensed by Nadia Lee Cohen) sees the 41-year-old arguably embrace her spot as a contemporary take on the American Dream (for some) as well as a controversial revising of it (by others).

True to the publication’s name, Kardashian was also interviewed by Mel Ottenberg.

Within the feature, the mogul and mom of four waxes candid about ex-husband Kanye West upgrading her stardom and more.

Head below for pics and quotes…

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