There aren’t many who can brag about saying no to JAY-Z, but when you’re the Queen of Latin Pop you do what you want.

Gloria Estefan was among the top names expected to be a guest performer at the 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Show after it was announced the spectacle – curated by JAY and headlined by top Latin divas Shakira and Jennifer Lopez – would take place in Miami on February 2.

However, despite her rumored involvement, it turns out the ‘Turn the Beat Around’ hitmaker turned down JAY-Z’s request to participate.  Find out why inside:

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Irv Gotti is sharing his truth.

For years, the Murder Inc mogul was plagued with rumors about having an “affair” with former protégé Ashanti. A rumor he says Wendy Williams started.

So, in a full circle moment, the exec stopped by the media maven’s talkshow to set the record straight once and for all.

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Season 12 of the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ has been back for a mere matter of days and the drama is already boiling hot.

Kenya Moore is once again in the mix and it seems to have stirred foe Nene Leakes the wrong way.

Because, according to the new mother, the Leakes tried to spit on her. Yes, SPIT.

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As we reported here,  the November 1 arrival of ‘Harriet’ to movie theaters across America was greeted with controversy even before its official trailer dropped in July.

With the titular role awarded to British actress Cynthia Erivo, some voiced great disapproval at a non-ADOS (American descendant of slavery) actress winning the job.  Elsewhere, others complained about yet another film “limiting representation of Black history in film” to slavery.

And, while those plagues of controversy (and others) may have preceded the premiere of the star-studded movie (which also features Janelle Monae and Leslie Odom), the flick not only managed to earn an A+ CinemaScore from audiences but also opened to very solid figures.

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Will Smith was one of the many stars invited to celebrate the unveiling of Tyler Perry‘s iconic movie studios.

The space was built to serve the entertainment industry’s cinematic needs and is the first black-owned business of kind.

Only right then that Will celebrates his friend’s hard work by documenting his first tour of the creative zone.

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Apple TV is determined to give Netflix a run for its money with content it hopes will see it soar in the streaming arena.

One of the tools in its weapons chest is a picture named ‘The Banker’ which stars Samuel L. Jackson and Anthony Mackie.

It is based on a true story and tells the tale of two businessmen who devise a plan to help other African-Americans work around America’s racist real-estate and banking system.

What happens next will stun you.

Hit the play button below for your first look at its trailer…

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Selena Gomez has bagged her first #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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Alicia Keys returned to the scene and hit the right note with new single ‘Show Me Love.’

The scintillating Miguel collaboration has found its footing on Urban A/C radio, where it’s been making major strides.

Now, in a bid to further ignite its hot streak, the 15-time Grammy winner invites rapper 21 Savage to join her on the jam.

The latest incarnation of the cut, sees the MC rap:

“I sleep in the trap and just thug, but I’d rather you show me some love. I’d rather you show me it’s real, I’d rather you tell me your feelings than you act like I’m trippin or high on the pill.. Go through so much in the street I just want to come home to a meal and a hug.”

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Check out Mariah Carey!

Mimi glows a-front of the December issue of Cosmopolitan magazine.

It’s set to be a busy window for the legendary songstress, whose status as the Queen of Christmas is undisputed.

The diva supreme has announced a robust list of plans to salute the 25th anniversary of her ‘Merry Christmas’ album, including a special edition re-packaging of the LP, a major Walkers Crisps campaign, and a US tour.

Carey also revealed a revamped version of the ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ video – featuring new footage.

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Harry Styles has named and dated his new album.

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 12th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is losing none of its scorching steam.

Already delivering on its promise of shady twists and turns, the latest instalment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Nene, Kandi, Porsha Cynthia, Eva and the returning Kenya served for the premiere episode?

That Grape Juice and Bravo have you covered, because the first episode is available to watch in FULL right here.

What are you waiting for? Check it out below…

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Cop a gander of Liam Payne!

The former One Direction member is gearing up for the release of debut solo album ‘LP1’ on December 6th and has teamed with Hugo Boss to amplify buzz.

Flaunting his fit physique, the 26-year-old fronts the new campaign for the fashion brand’s underwear line.

He poses up in the form fitting range a-front of the newest issue of British GQ, in a striking shoot lensed by by Mert & Marcus. 

Within his interview feature, he opens up about his motivations for posing in his bare essentials, his upcoming album, being lost after 1D, and how therapy helped him rebuild.

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