Longtime fans of ‘I Believe I Can Fly’ singer R. Kelly didn’t know what to believe after reports rang out the Grammy winner was a no-show to address charges he’s due to be tried for in Minnesota for “engaging in prostitution with someone under 18” and “soliciting someone for sexual contact.”

Set for a hearing scheduled at Hennepin County Court for 1:30 p.m. on Thursday (September 12), his absence – despite the Minnesota D.A.’s office being fully aware he is currently detained in a Chicago jail where he’s being held for federal sex crimes – sparked the issuance of a bench warrant by the presiding judge.

Needless to say, Kelly’s attorney – Steven Greenberg – is not in favor of the imposed consequence.  Look inside to see his response:

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She may nab more headlines for controversy than her music, but even with her surplus of negative publicity it’s hard to diminish the talent of rapstress Azealia Banks.

When not pissing off the masses, the 28-year-old’s dropped isolated singles over the past few years to tide fans over after the release of 2016’s ‘SLAY-Z’ mixtape.  Even going as far as posting the full tracklist to ‘Fantasea II’ – the precursor to her long-awaited sophomore album, ‘Business and Pleasure’ (that’s now due for a 2019 release), Banks has confused fans and news outlets alike about which of her wealth of musical gems are tied to which parent project.

Now, laying that confusion to rest, the Rap diva’s taken to Instagram to announce the release of ‘Yung Rapunxel Pt. II.’  Never the conventionalist, she’s rolled out the project in quite the unique manner.  See what we mean below:

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‘How To Get Away With Murder’ is back for a fiery final season and looks to make its sixth outing its most dramatic yet.

September 26th brings with it the premiere of the show’s penultimate chapter and ABC has unleashed a trailer that has all sorts of buzzed to see the fates of Annalise Keating and the various character’s who’ve made for such magnetic viewing over the last six years.

What are you waiting for? Watch the sizzling teaser below…

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Never wavering support from Johnson via the viral hashtag #FreeJT, Miami says we’ll soon see the hashtag become a memory as her group mate is due to be freed before the month’s end.

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With a jaw-dropping season 4 finale in its rear view, fans of ‘Queen Sugar’ can rest easy after being greeted with sweet news the Ava Duvernay-directed series is coming back for a season 5!

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The ratings dump that has been ‘Basketball Wives‘ latest season has been rocked by more unfortunate news.

News, that may force VH1 to fire one of its stars Evelyn Lozada.

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After years of waiting, the cast of ‘Girlfriends’ are back…with a twist!

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The brilliantly talented actress Paula Jai Parker has often found herself forced to fight against many of the injustices Hollywood throws at black actresses.

Now, she is baring all on her experiences in the business and why the hit show ‘Hollywood Divas’ served up just as much drama behind the scenes as it did on-screen.

What she reveals will stun you.

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With Tinashe reportedly severing ties with her longtime label and management earlier this year, the R&B belle appears to be lining up the key players for her comeback.

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Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello initially played coy with their relationship, but now they are giving the people what they…want.

Apparently.

While plugging their #1 hit ‘Senorita’ collaboration, the pair consistently teased the build up to a big kiss. Both in the song’s video and live. All of which saw fans weigh-in.

Now they’ve taken it a step further. See what we mean below…

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Cardi B‘s colossal career continues to strut from strength to strength.

For, the femcee has just been unveiled as leader of the pack for the 2019 BET Hip-Hop Awards. 

More on the nominations for this year’s instalment of the ceremony below…

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Tiffany Haddish keeps the funny coming in her latest film ‘Like A Boss.’

The comedienne is joined by Rose Byrne in the flick, which sees them star as best friends (Mel and Mia) who run a cosmetics company they’ve built from the ground up.

Drama ensues when they realise they’re knee-deep in financial peril and a tempting buyout from ruthless cosmetics giant Claire Luna (played by Salma Hayek) places their lifelong friendship and business jeopardy.

Head below to check out the first look trailer for the movie, which also stars Billy Porter, Natasha Rothwell, Jennifer Coolidge, Ari Graynor, and more below…

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