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With her first US smash hit single on the way, and a supporting tour set for takeoff this summer, it’d be safe to say 2014 has already proved to be all flavours of fruitful for Brit-Pop royal Rita Ora.

So, it should come as little surprise to anyone that her winning streak now extends far beyond the realm of music, and has poured over into her venture with Bernd BeetzRimmel London.

Why Hurricane Rita now finds itself  pulling in beaucoup bucks?

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‘Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta’ may be a month away from returning, yet the VH1 hit is already dominating the headlines – thanks largely to cast member Mimi Faust.

As reported, the mother of one is gearing up for the release of her Vivid Entertainment sex tape, aptly titled ‘Scandal In Atlanta’ alongside boyfriend Nikko Smith.

Despite suggestion that Faust is only cooperating with the film’s release due to its “unfortunate leak” (see: making profit from a problem), it hasn’t stopped a forrest of shade being thrown her way on social media.

Now, after maintaining a silence of sorts since April 3rd, the reality star has spoken up and out against her detractors on Instagram. Her message for the critics awaits below…

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Lasting on Bravo’s hit show ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ may have proved too big of a task for some Southern belles, but it would seem NeNe Leakes‘ run on the show is unlikely to ever falter…much to the dismay of her ever vocal naysayers.

For, in cementing her status as the series’ leading lady once again, the ‘Glee‘ actress saw her special on the network’s ‘Watch What Happens Live’ rock the network’s ratings in record breaking fashion!

Find out how after the jump!

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Today, superstar twins Tia and Tamera Mowry are enjoying ample success on their solo journey’s.

Following a multi-season stint on The Game, Tia is currently starring on Nickelodeon’s ‘Instant Mom’ – which averages 1.2 millions an episode. While Tamera, as reported, is prepping a return to talk-show ‘The Real’, which returns for a full-season run in September.

Yet, in the latest issue of EBONY magazine, the siblings reveal that their story hasn’t been without its hardships. Following the 1999 end of their hit sitcom ‘Sister Sister’, the ladies say their careers were far from shining.

Their words on how they took control of their future’s and became media moguls after the jump…

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There is no stopping Tamar Braxton‘s hustle. Literally.

Beyond her musical ventures, the outspoken star is gearing up for a return to TV screens on not one, but two shows.

As reported, daytime talk-er The Real returns for a full run in September, while it has today been announced that WE tv have commissioned a third season of Braxton’s hit ‘Tamar & Vince’.

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Jessie J is fed up.

The Pop belter’s sexuality has been a hot topic since she blazed onto the scene with debut single ‘Do It Like A Dude’.

Why?

Well, when questioned once about a past relationship, the singer revealed that the person in question was a woman. Thereafter, a media storm ensued and the star was branded “bisexual” – so much so that, in the absence of confirmation, it was widely received as “fact”.

Looking to draw a line under the matter, the 26-year-old took to Twitter today where she penned an emotional open letter.

Jessie, in her own words, after the jump…

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20 months in the entertainment industry is hailed as a feat these days, yet for superstar twins Tia & Tamera Mowry 20 years is the number they’re celebrating.

The dynamic duo cover the May 2014 issue of EBONY magazine in honor of their two decades in show-business.

Many will recall the ladies start on groundbreaking sitcom ‘Sister Sister’, which hit the air in 1994 and ran for several successful seasons until 1999.

Now both married and mothers, the siblings are enjoying solo acclaim. Tia is a lead in Nickelodeon’s ‘Instant Mom’ (following a lengthy spell on BET’s The Game), while Tamera is fronting popular talk-show The Real (which returns for a full-length run in September).

More power to them!

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Ever keen to broaden our musical scope, recent months have seen That Grape Juice venture into a number of new musical landscapes including, most recently, gospel.

Spearheaded by well-received interviews with gospel singers Yolanda AdamsHezekiah WalkerTwinkie ClarkFred HammondKierra SheardDorinda Clark ColeIsrael HoughtonMarvin SappMicah StampleyJoshua Rogers, and more, TGJ is now offering readers ‘The Overflow’ – a collection of the top gospel-themed news stories from the week.

Tuck in below for the latest news on Erica Campbell, Smokie Norful, Leandria Johnson, Sheri-Jones Moffett, Mali Music, Zie’l, Tye Tribbett, and more:

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Despite airing its final episode more than 15 years ago, ‘Sister Sister’ remains one of the most loved and lauded sitcoms of all time.

From the antics of leads Tia and Tamera Mowry, to the laughs served up by supporting characters Lisa, Ray, and of course Roger, the show set a precedent few have been able to rival.

Still, with both Mowry sisters having blossomed into womanhood and enjoying success in their solo endeavours, a reboot seemed somewhat far-fetched.

Not anymore.

During an interview to promote new show Instant Mom, Tia revealed that she wants to revisit the twins’ on-screen story, going as far as to relay the direction she’d want it to take.

Details below…

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Welcome to the new and improved That Grape Juice!

2014 marks our SEVENTH year online, a feat we wouldn’t have reached without all of you – our loyal readers.

Indeed, over the last seven years, TGJ has amassed a following that visit the site in their millions monthly. By no means passive, our readers have helped the site become one of the most active Urban communities online with thousands of comments left daily.

So, who better to reward than YOU for rocking and riding with us for so long and so strong!

About The New That Grape Juice

The new TGJ provides an experience that is both fresh and familiar, serving you the best in Urban Pop music and entertainment. Naturally, we’ll be dishing out posts with the same flair and frequency you’ve come to expect, yet we’ll be doing so in a way that is radically streamlined.

No longer will there be the need to visit an entirely different site address to access our spin on entertainment. Everything will be right here! Music, movies, TV, and much more!

Of course, we know you are all beautifully diverse and drink That Grape Juice for different reasons, so in catering to your preferred flavor, we now have three simple sections:

Music:

beyonce-tgjOur dedicated Music tab delivers an experience akin to what ThatGrapeJuice.net has delivered continuously for almost a decade — the best in Urban Pop music!  So, news, reviews, artist interviews, live sessions and much more. TGJ’s Music pillar will see us continue to serve as one of the net’s most premium, reliable, and respected sources for all things Urban Pop.  

Fluent in our ability to “tell it how we see it”, TGJ’s Music tab will charge on with the same brand and strand of cutting edge that our readers have come to know, love, and debate about in earnest.

Entertainment:

kevin-hart-patrick-tgjWant your ‘Scandal’ fix? Or perhaps it’s ‘The Game’? Maybe just maybe it’s NeNe and the rest of ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ that have you glued to Bravo weekly?

Well, if any of this applies to you, That Grape Juice’s new Entertainment tab is calling your name.

Here housed will be TGJ’s unique take on all in the world of Urban television and film. From ratings, to trailers, to interviews, spoilers, and much more! We have you covered.

All:

This tab, which is now the site’s landing page, will combine (into one feed) all the ingredients that make up the new That Grape Juice. Music and Entertainment together at their juiciest!

Wait, There’s More:

 * We now have a new SHOP! Boasting an array of TGJ inspired T-Shirts and more, you can now snap up our tongue-in-cheek items via Zazzle. Peep a preview, designed by the amazing Dum Doodles, below and CLICK HERE to visit. 15% off when you use the code: SURPRISEDEAL

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* Want to keep up with all the latest releases? Bookmark our new Release Dates page. Updated in real-time, there you’ll find confirmed dates for the industry’s most anticipated albums.

* Ever wanted to know more about the team behind TGJ? Read our updated About page HERE!

* That Grape Juice’s original video content is now easier than ever to find, watch, and share. Our core shows – The Splash, The Word, and The Business, all now their own designated areas. So, whether you want to relive that one live session or laugh out loud at “that” hilarious comment on the street, it’s all doable at the click of a button.

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So, there you have it! Dive in and discover the new and improved That Grape Juice!

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As its sixth season draws to a close, hit show ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ now finds itself at the centre of a ‘violent scandal’ this week, after cast member Kenya Moore allegedly provoked a physical altercation between herself and long-time rival, Porsha Williams.

Now, as reports indicate that Williams has been fired from the show as a result of her actions, the 911 call made by Moore has found its way to the net, seeing the former video girl relay her side of the violent story to the police.

Her allegations below…

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Tamar Braxton‘s hustle is infalible.

Last year saw the R&B diva release an album, continue to conquer the world of reality TV, land a talk show, and tour with John Legend.

Now, as Braxton gears up for the return of her show The Real (set to return in September), it has been announced that she’ll be hitting the road for a headline tour of her own beforehand.

Details and dates below…

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