Days after Thandie Newton took to press to slam the creators of the 2000 movie reboot of ‘Charlie’s Angels’ (as we reported here), fellow actress Nia Long co-signed her comments by recounting her racially-charged history with the female-empowerment film.

Hot on the promo trailer for her recently released Netflix flick ‘Fatal Affair’ (click here to see the trailer), Long took to Insider to recall trying out for the role of “Alex” in ‘Charlie’s Angels’ but says casting agents and producers passed on her because she was ‘too Black’ and ‘too old.’

What’s worse, the role was eventually given to Lucy Liu who is two years Long’s senior.

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Megan Thee Stallion sent shockwaves across the internet when she responded to the drama surrounding Tory Lanez‘s gun possession arrest by revealing that she had been shot.

She’s been noticeably mute in the time since, but reports have not only labelled the Canadian star the aggressor – he’s being investigated for assault with a deadly weapon.

The internet has been glued to the narrative, with social media erupting with memes and more (such as the “Who Shot Meg?” trend).

Now, Megan has weighed-in and is making clear: this is serious and has seriously affected her.

Her words below…

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The severity of Tamar Braxton‘s fragile mental state in the moments before her suicide attempt is becoming apparent.

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HBO and HBO Max have unveiled the first official trailer for the highly anticipated documentary, ‘Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn,’ which tells the story of a Black teenager whose 1989 racially-charged murder by a group of white men rocked headlines.

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Tamar Braxton is being surrounded by family after an alleged suicide attempt saw her hospitalized in LA today.

Now, many of her celebrity contemporaries are rallying around the singer and sending messages of love and support.

Words from the likes of Mariah Carey, Missy Elliott, and more below…

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Nick Cannon found himself at the center a media storm this week when controversial comments made about race and Jewish lineage on a June podcast swam to the surface and went viral. 

The fall-out – which included an initially defiant stance from the star – saw ViacomCBS sever ties with him. Seemingly taking away his ‘Wild N’ Out’ show in the process.

In a rapidly evolving series of events, Cannon demanded full ownership of the MTV show and levelled a number of accusations at the media giant. Only to shortly after issue a lengthy apology for his initial remarks.

The entire episode left many wondering what this could spell for the rest of his many ventures.

Well, FOX have confirmed that he will remain in place as host of ‘The Masked Singer.’

And now, the entities behind his freshly announced syndicated daytime talkshow, have echoed similar sentiments. Although, in recognising the severity of his present predicament, they’ve pushed its launch back.

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Doja Cat continues to flex her versatility.

Earlier this month joining fellow femcees City Girls on their new tune, ‘P*ssy Talk’ (as we reported here), now the 24-year-old ‘Say So’ star is showing off her vocal prowess on rising U.K. Pop star Anne-Marie‘s latest joint, ‘To Be Young.’

An emo-anthemic ode to being youth, restlessness, and recklessness, the tune acts as the second single from Anne-Marie’s highly anticipated sophomore album (due later this year).

“Take a punch, get back up,” she sings in the chorus. “Act a fool, don’t give a f*ck. We’re all a mess, but then I guess this is what it feels like to be young.” 

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Teyana Taylor may be pregnant, but she’s not backing down from jabs.

For, moments ago, the R&B singer found herself at the center of a spar with Mykki Blanco. 

A performer and transgender activist, Blanco featured on Taylor’s jam ‘WTP (Work That P**sy’ – which is lifted from 2018 album ‘K.T.S.E.’

Yet, in a heated social media entry, the 34-year-old blasted the experience and lamented non-payment for their services.

Taking specific aim at Taylor, several accusations were hurled – including allegations of negative bias surrounding their HIV status.

Taylor was having none of it.

The exchange after the jump…

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In April (as we reported here), Toni Braxton announced her yet-titled ninth studio album – the follow-up to 2018’s ‘Sex & Cigarettes’ – would be unveiled in August.

Although she’s not confirmed if that is still the case, what is for sure is she’s moving forward with teasing content from the forthcoming project.

After making Urban Adult Contemporary history with the radio spins from set’s first single, the slow jam ‘Do It’ (which was later revamped by Missy Elliott as we reported here), the tune’s producer, Antonio Dixon, is lifting the lid on what her fans – affectionately called #ToniTigers – can expect next.

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As one of Black Hollywood’s most loved names, Meagan Good is notable for her impressive movie and TV portfolio.

Never one to limit her talents, recent times have seen the star diversify into directing and now the the talk sphere.

Together with her sister La’Miyah Good and their cousin Dijon Talton the family ensemble have launched the Cousins Talkshow.

Broadcast online via CousinsTalkShow.com, the series sees the trio tackle trending and pressing topics, with celebrity guests – such as T.I. and Safaree – dropping in along the way.

That Grape Juice‘s Patrick Buchanan recently caught up with the Cousins, who opened up about their motivations for launching the show, working together, and a whole lot more.

Check out the chat above and watch the show via: CousinsTalkShow.com

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1984’s ‘What’s Love Got to Do With It’ – the first and only Hot 100 #1 hit by Queen of Rock N Roll Tina Turner – is easily classified as her most iconic solo hit.

Yet, while remakes and remixes of musical treasures of its magnitude are often frowned upon, Norwegian producer Kygo – who recently thrilled fans with his updated take on late Pop icon Whitney Houston‘s ‘Higher Love’ – earned Turner’s stamp of approval when he revamped her timeless tune.

Released July 17, the sonic facelift keeps the diva’s vocals front and center but changes the vibe entirely by turning the R&B-tinged number into an island-inspired dance track.

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Chris Brown & Young Thug employ hot girls & CGI to complete the video for their collaborative cut ‘Go Crazy’.

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