Gina Rodriguez‘ brand is in trouble.

For, despite efforts to present herself to the world as a progressive and inclusive member of the entertainment industry, her actions have given many reason to believe she holds an anti-black world view.

Only right then, that she clear things up with an interview she hoped would clear her name and clarify her comments.

Alas, the opposite has occurred.

Find out why below….

(more…)

Lauren Jauregui is charging ahead full steam with new single ‘More Than That.’

The seductive cut is the latest piece offered up from the former Fifth Harmony member as she presents herself to the world solo.

Now, she’s hitting the TV circuit and her first stop was ‘The Late Late Show With James Corden.’

Armed with ample confidence and two super flexible dancers, Jauregui brought the song’s hypnotic visual to life on stage.

Watch below…

(more…)

Much like her ‘What Men Want’ co-star Taraji P. Henson, singer Erykah Badu may be currently embroiled in controversy for recently implying a defense of embattled singer R. Kelly after the premiere of the explosive Lifetime documentary, ‘Surviving R. Kelly,’ but that hasn’t stopped her from trying to clear her name of the muck.

As we reported here, the Grammy winner saw her name listed among the likes of Lady Gaga, Mary J. Blige, Questlove, and more as prospective interviewees who declined to have any dealings with the documentary.  When a fan recently brought this to the ‘On & On’ singer’s attention, she not only denied knowing Kelly personally she also denied ever being contacted by the creators of the film.  Once its producer, Dream Hampton, got word of Badu’s statement the two clashed in a back-and-forth on Twitter.

Did you miss any of the action? See it inside:

(more…)

Taraji P. Henson added her name to a growing list of celebrities who have been harshly criticized for offering a controversial stance on R. Kelly since the premiere of Lifetime’s damning documentary, ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ (which features testimonies from victims who allege sexual and emotional abuse at the R&B singer’s hands).

When the ‘Empire’ actress took to social media (in a now deleted post) to compare the high number of hashtags containing #MuteRKelly versus the “seemingly low” number of posts containing #MuteWeinstein or #MuteHarveyWeinstein, it was believed she was implying the disparity was due to Kelly receiving unfair treatment.

The result?  A backlash ensued that prompted her to follow-up with a clarification of sorts.  See what we mean:

(more…)

Nearly 6 years after the release of her last LP, ‘Songversation,’ Grammy-winning songstress India Arie surprised and thrilled fans with the unveiling of her latest single, ‘That Magic.’

Earning the very same critical acclaim that’s accompanied many of her previous prized offerings, she’s out to show that ‘Magic’ (click here to see its music video) is just one of many gems housed on her new project, ‘Worthy.’  Featuring production from the likes of Aaron W. Lindsey, Branden Burch, and more, Arie – ahead of the album’s February 15th debut date – has taken to social media to reveal its official cover artwork (seen above), full tracklist, and new music video for its track, ‘What If.’

See it all inside:

(more…)

As we reported here, Monday night (January 21) brought with it the premiere of ‘Celebrity Big Brother:  Celebrity Edition’ featuring the likes of R&B superstars Tamar Braxton and Kandi Burruss.

The divas, both part of 2017’s mega-successful ‘Great Xscape Tour’ (which saw Braxton open for Burruss’ group Xscape), were rumored to be at odds after a stunt the ‘Love & War’ singer pulled backstage at the trek’s pit stop in Atlanta (click here to read more).  Those rumors were recently confirmed as one of a number of reasons the ladies had a fallout after each hit the show’s “confessional” to respectively dish on their history.

If that wasn’t enough, Braxton – also beefing with another of the tour’s billed stars (singer Monica) – caught some flack for how she addressed the R&B vet in the very same confessional.  Look inside to see and hear exactly what was said:

(more…)

Cardi B’s been no stranger to showing off her assets in music videos and on stages over the years, but most recently – after a highly publicized Twitter tussle with political commentator and TV personality Tomi Lahren (click here to read more) – conservatives have turned up the heat on the ‘Bodak Yellow’ performer by painting her a “hypocrite” for her female empowering views.

Most notably pointing to her involvement in the City Girls‘ ‘Twerk’ video, which features scantily clad women from all over the world competing in a “twerk-a-thon” for a prize of $25,000, the Grammy-nominated rapstress was recently called out by Stephanie Hamill, a conservative Washington, D.C. video columnist.

Click inside to see Cardi’s response:

(more…)

Ariana Grande is officially tossing the rulebook out the window.

Because, just five months after releasing her fourth studio album ‘Sweetener,’ the songbird has announced that’s she’s on the brink of unleashing its follow-up.

Long-rumored to be titled ‘Thank U, Next’ (after the like-titled chart smash), the LP’s release date and tracklist were unveiled moments ago.

Full story below…

(more…)

A sexually explicit image drawn by the late musician Tupac has just been sold to a very wealthy fan.

Full story below…

(more…)

As widely reported, Chris Brown was arrested in Paris over claims that he raped a 24-year-old model.

Released today, the singer wasted no time taking to social media to slam the accusations – in the most emphatic (and “Chris Brown”) way possible.

His words below…

(more…)

Kerry Washington has been receiving buzz aplenty for her role in US Broadway play ‘American Son,’ with many touting the possibility of Tony Awards.

Now, Netflix are in the mix. For, it’s been announced that the streaming giant has teamed with the former ‘Scandal’ actress for a movie-like adaptation of the production.

Details below…

(more…)

It’s that time of year again. The Oscars 2019 air live from Los Angeles on February 24th 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 Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper both landed nods for their spellbinding performances in ‘A Star Is Born.‘

Also nabbing a huge look is blockbuster ‘Black Panther’ – which has become the first ever super-hero movie to receive a Best Picture nomination. 

Elsewhere, Mahershala Ali‘s ‘Green Book,’ and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ also received major nods.

But without further ado…check out the full list of nominees at the 91st Annual Academy Awards below…

(more…)