GRAMMYs 2021 had an unprecedented night of historic achievements.

After breaking records with awards bestowed to Beyoncé, Megan Thee Stallion, Billie Eilish, and Blue Ivy Carter (daughter of Beyoncé) at the ceremony (click here to read more), the history-making continued for winners – all ahead of the main show.

Look inside to see how comedienne Tiffany Haddish is laughing all the way into the GRAMMY record books inside:

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Janet Jackson is bringing her story to Lifetime in the form of a two-night documentary event.

And she’s leaving no stone unturned.

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As we reported here, the season 2 premiere of ‘Tyler Perry’s The Oval’ saw it circled at #1 on cable TV ratings charts last Tuesday (February 16).

To reward its success, BET has already lifted the lid on news the series will be bringing its addictive brand of political drama to screens for a round 3.

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Legendary vocalist Mary Wilson, one-third of the original iconic Motown trio The Supremes, has died at 76 as revealed by her longtime publicist Jay Schwartz.

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With just a few hours to go before Cardi B lifts the lid on the video for her new single ‘Up,’ the femcee has given fans a sneak peek.

True to form, the rapper has managed to morph the moment into an event. `

As at writing, little is known about the track outside of its title.

But expectations are no doubt tall after the mammoth success of global chart-topper ‘WAP.’

Ahead of Cardi’s big reveal, check out a preview of the slick visual below…

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Racial slurs will not be tolerated.

And Country star Morgan Wallen is learning the hard way.

As reported, the chart-topper – who had been on an unprecedented career ascend of late – found himself at the center of a storm after a video showing him using the N-Word surfaced.

In the shocking clip, a seemingly intoxicated Wallen makes racial epithets at his drunken friend after returning from a night on the town in Nashville.

This included referring to said friend as a ‘p*ssy a** m*therf*cker’ and ‘p*ssy a** n*****.’

Despite issuing an apology, radio stations and streaming services moved quickly in removing his music from their platforms.

And now his record label is following suit.

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Merely hours after introducing her charity single, ‘American Mood,’ powerhouse vocalist JoJo has unveiled the tune’s official music video.

Tapping famed video director Alfredo Flores to helm its visual, the socially charged number houses heartfelt lyrics that address economic disparities in America.

Speaking on the D’Mile-produced tune, the GRAMMY winner said:

“My friends and I wrote this song a few years ago, and it continues to apply to the moment. I didn’t want my heart to be misconstrued so I held it close to my chest until now,” she revealed. “This song doesn’t offer any solutions, instead a humble reflection inspired by the moment.”

Dedicated to all the kids “without a silver spoon,” look inside to see the latest video from JoJo:

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Nearly a year after the release of her third and best-selling album to date, ‘Chilombo,’ the promo grind continues for Jhené Aiko in support of the Platinum project – the first of her career to earn such certification (as we reported here).

The LP already boasts watching five of its official singles certified Gold or higher and, from the looks of things, Aiko’s is looking for it latest release – ‘Born Tired’ – to follow suit.

In addition to the tune’s Hawaii-filmed music video, the past month has seen the GRAMMY nominee build public awareness of the Fisticuffs-produced tune by giving it the spotlight treatment on her NPR ‘Tiny Desk Concert,’ her ‘Living at Home Mini-Concert,’ and more (click here to watch both).

Thursday night (January 28), she took to ‘The Late Late Show with James Corden’ to give viewers yet another taste of the song live.  See the action inside:

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Just four months after taking to press to announce the arrival of comedian Kenan Thompson‘s eponymous sitcom, ‘Kenan,’ NBC has unveiled the project’s hilarious trailer.

A single-camera comedy, the jaunt follows the ‘SNL’ funnyman as he portrays an Atlanta morning show reporter juggling the duties of work with raising his two daughters, dating, and dealing with his unpredictable father-in-law and brother.

Also starring EMMY-winning actor Don Johnson, Thompson’s ‘SNL’ castmate Gary Redd, and Lane sisters Dani and Dannah, look inside to see what laughs are in store before the series makes its premiere February 16.

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Today sees history made, as Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. At the same ceremony, Kamala Harris also etches her name in the history books by becoming the first Black and first female Vice President in US.

The crowning moment will feature musical performances from the likes of Lady Gaga (who will be performing the US National Anthem), Jennifer Lopez, Justin Timberlake, Demi Lovato and Bon Jovi.

Watched by an inevitable audience of millions worldwide, the inauguration takes place against an unprecedented backdrop of the global health crisis and a political climate like no other.

Still, it’s the dawn of a day.

Tune in LIVE to the inauguration right here on That Grape Juice…

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Despite spending nearly two years in prison for reported identity theft related to fraudulent credit card use, City Girls star JT wants fans to know she is NOT a scammer.

Taking to social media Monday (January 18), the 28-year-old (born Jatavia Shakara Johnson) launched into a seemingly unprovoked Twitter rant to encourage her female followers to aspire to independence and self-sufficiency.

When a commenter challenged the authenticity of her messaging given her prior legal woes, Johnson clapped back with a fiery set of tweets to defend her character.

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Though hot on the promo trail for Black Eyed Peas‘ latest single, ‘Girl Like Me’ (featuring Shakira), Will.I.Am – the group’s frontman – is redirecting his attention to philanthropic efforts, namely causes supported by his i.am Angel Foundation.

The nonprofit organization already earned praise for the funds its raised for STEM education programs and robotics clubs for over 1,200 American grade school students, but now he’s asking fans to help him raise funds for children who cannot afford proper education.

Taking to press, a rep for the i. Am Angel Foundation said:

“2020 showed the world how dire things really are when these basic things are taken away. Some of the best and brightest young minds are being set back by a double whammy – long-standing systemic issues, multiplied by a pandemic that disproportionately hurts communities of color.”

To highlight the need, the famed singer-songwriter-producer (sans The Peas) unveiled a music video for the song ‘American Dream.’  

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