Vanity Fair toasts to the award season – with a little help from Jennifer Lopez, Eddie Murphy, Renée Zellweger and more in their 26th annual Hollywood Issue.

With the highs and lows of the Oscar nominations still a hot topic, the feature is notable in its timing – for it spotlights many of the ceremony’s favorites. Some of who were nominated and others who…weren’t.

Peep pics and quotes from stars from films such as ‘Hustlers,’ ‘Dolemite Is My Name,’ ‘Queen & Slim,’ and more below…

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The drama on the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ reached a hissing high this week, following the broadcast of the infamous “snake gate” episode.

Teased in earnest over the course of the show’s 12th season, viewers watched with jaws ajar as much of the cast confronted Yovanna Momplaisir over claims that it was in fact her who recorded Cynthia Bailey sharing less than pleasant views about her former friend Nene Leakes.

After chaos ensued, the story is surprisingly still at a stalemate because it remains unclear a) if there’s a recording and b) if so, who recorded it.

Looking to clarify the confusion, Yovanna stopped by Sister Circle on TV One – where she seemed to intimate that Leakes (who brought her on the show) may be perpetuating a mistruth.

Watch her insightful interview below…

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Check out Mariah Carey!

Fresh from nabbing her 19th #1 single, Mimi sparkled at the New York premiere of Tyler Perry‘s new Netflix movie ‘A Fall From Grace.’

Rocking a flattering monochrome ensemble, Mimi posed it up with longtime friend Perry and boyfriend Bryan Tanaka, who was also on-hand.

Peep more pics after the jump…

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Beyonce is continuing to share that Adidas x Ivy Park gift box love – and its latest recipient is none other than Cardi B!

Full story below…

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Tyler Perry has long marched to the beat of his own drum – even without the ringing endorsement of Hollywood critics.

But with the world weighing in on yesterday’s Oscar nomination announcement, so too is Tyler.

Speaking at the premiere of his new Netflix movie ‘A Fall From Grace,’ the star candidly expressed that Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez were snubbed after being shut-out from the shortlist.

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Beyonce is playing no games with the roll-out for her Adidas x Ivy Park collection.

Set to debut this Saturday (Jan 18th), the line continues to be showcased in exciting morsels – that are being lapped up by fans and celebs alike.

The latest sees Queen Bey pose it up in scorching items from the range.

More below…

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Stormzy is blazing quite the trail and doing so on a global scale.

On home soil, the Brit rapper scored the chart double last week – topping the singles and album tally with ‘Own It’ and ‘Heavy Is The Head’ respectively.

Now, as he gears up for a world tour that includes the US, he hit the States early to work the promo trail.

Said stops included his televised debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (where he performed ‘Crown’) and Hot 97 – where he chopped it up with Ebro, Peter Rosenberg, and Laura Stylez.

During his appearance at the latter, he waxed candid about his feud with Grime MC Wiley, racism in the UK, Meghan Markle, his relationship with ex Maya Jama, and a whole lot more.

All the action after the jump…

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Justin Bieber has thanked his fans after his catchy single ‘Yummy’ debuted at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100.  (more…)

Cory Booker has stepped away from the 2020 US Presidential Race.  (more…)

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The nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards were announced moments ago and brought with them honors for a number of Hollywood’s most notable names – as well as rising stars such as Cynthia Erivo.

However, some – including several favorites – were notable in their absence.

Join us below as we weigh-in on the biggest snubs on this year’s tally.

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It’s that time of year again. The Oscars 2020 air live from Los Angeles on February 9th at the Dolby Theatre.

As is always, eyes on mass are on which movies are up for honors at the latest instalment of the historic ceremony.

Moments ago, it was revealed that Cynthia Erivo received a Best Actress nomination for her powerful performance in ‘Harriet.

She also nabbed a placement in Best Original Song for ‘Stand Up’ from the same film. 

Elsewhere, ‘The Lion King’ got a look-in, while ‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’ also received major nods.

But without further ado…check out the full list of nominees at the 92nd Annual Academy Awards below…

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The ‘Bad Boys’ are back!

After years of anticipation Will Smith and Martin Lawrence have reunited for ‘Bad Boys For Life’ – the third instalment of their action trilogy.

Ahead of the film’s unleashing this Friday (Jan 17th), the powerful pair stopped by The Breakfast Club on Power 105.1 to spill on the movie, the lengthy gap between its predecessor, personal growth, and much more.

Check out their insightful sit-down with Charlamagne, DJ Envy, and Angela Yee below…

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