Last month brought with it LeToya Luckett‘s biggest bundle of joy – baby Gianna.

The youngster is the first child for the Destiny’s Child original and husband Tommicus Walker (who has a daughter from a previous relationship).

With fans keen to garner a glimpse of the baby, Luckett today obliges by sharing the first picture of her child.

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As the credits rolled on the 2019 Oscars, the arrival carpet at Vanity Fair‘s exclusive afterparty officially opened.

The likes of Lady Gaga and Regina Hall – both big winners – were in attendance, as were the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Ciara, Rita Ora, Gabrielle Union, Serena Williams, and many more.

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J. Cole kicked off 2019 with a bang named ‘Middle Child.’

Notoriously album and tour focal, the release is being billed as the rapper’s first “single” in years.

Immediately showered with praise upon its arrival, the hard-hitting track (which skews more radio friendly than most Cole cuts in recent years) has already become his highest charting song ever following its #4 peak on the Billboard Hot 100.

Not resting on his laurels, the MC has unwrapped its accompanying video – which, in today’s streaming led climate – could well see the song soar the more.

Check out the Mez directed visual after the jump…

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It’s been 8 years since Keri Hilson released new music.

And while there have been morsels of fresh material teased, updates have been mute.

That changed today, though, when the ‘Pretty Girl Rock’ singer took to social media to share an open letter about the hold-up.

Her words await after the jump…

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The evidence may be damning, but R. Kelly is adamant of his innocence.

For, moments ago, the singer – who was indicted on 10 counts of sexual abuse (including indecency with minors) has entered not guilty pleas across the board.

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Lady Gaga made headlines the world-over last night when she performed with Bradley Cooper at the Oscars and won the Best Original Song honor for ‘Shallow’ shortly after.

A crowning moment of a colossal career, many wondered how Mother Monster would celebrate.

Well, wonder no more. Because it turns out she opted to party with none other than… Madonna.

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Thanks to powerfully positive #MuteRKelly campaign the singer, who is accused of raping several African-American children, is strapped for cash and is therefore unable to post bail.

Hoping to rescue him from the cold cell he is being held in? A group of his fans who are frantically trying to raise money for him.

Sad news from a sorry group of people below…

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Nicki Minaj has learned that she has extended her lead as the most-awarded female rapper of all time this week and has celebrated the news with the millions who call themselves her fans.

Good news for the entertainer below…

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Terrence Howard is said to have berated Jussie Smollett on the set of ‘Empire.’

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As stars go, few come as multi-dimensional as Common.

A critically acclaimed rapper, the MC has been making an increased mark in the acting arena.

His latest flick is action thriller ‘Hunter Killer’ – which also stars the likes of Gerard Butler and Gary Oldman. 

Released to critical acclaim, the high-octane flick tells the tale of the hunt for a US sub in distress when he discovers a secret Russian coup is in motion. One which threatens to dismantle the world order.

Today marks the movie’s release on Blu-ray and DVD.

That Grape Juice caught up with Common to discuss his role of Navy Sergeant John Fisk, working on-set with his colossal co-stars, 90’s Hip-Hop, and more.

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The credits are done rolling on the 91st Annual Academy Awards, known more commonly as the 2019 Oscars.  Hailing from the Los Angeles Dolby Theatre, the night saw the year’s most notable releases honored for their multi-layered contributions to the world of film.

Like any memorable ceremony, it was the unscripted moments that made for the most resonating…namely those inspiring acceptance speeches.

Keen to see who got the opportunity to deliver one?  See the full list of winners inside:

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Paws up, Little Monsters!

Mother Monster Lady Gaga took the Best Original Song category for ‘Shallow’ – the first single from the 2018 remake of the classic film, ‘Star Is Born’ (starring Bradley Cooper and Gaga).

Having already taken home the Golden Globe for the same category as well as earning Grammy nods for ‘Record of the Year,’ ‘Song of the Year,’ ‘Best Pop Duo/Group Performance,’ and Best Song Written For Visual Media (winning the latter two), the Oscar addition will come as a suitable fit on the singer’s mantle.

Curious to hear her acceptance speech?  It awaits inside:

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