Yara Shahidi storms the pages of ‘Harper’s Bazaar Arabia’ this month in honour of her Iranian heritage.

Her mission? To call for change, fairness and equality in the world via a conversation with the publication as she sets her sights on what is shaping up to be a glorious career in activism and Hollywood.

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ABC have pulled the plug on ‘Roseanne.’

In an unprecedented (yet commendable) move, the network have opted to cease working with the show’s lead Roseanne Barr after the shocking racist remarks she made on social media earlier today.

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Roseanne Barr is under fire in the worst way.

The actress, who’s risen to prominence again with the successful reboot of her ABC sitcom, is being lashed after making comments that many have deemed the definition of racist.

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After much ado, Jessie J‘s long awaited ‘R.O.S.E’ album blossomed and bloomed.

Arriving in four parts over four days last week, the singer’s forth studio effort has been showered with praise fans and critics alike.

Still, in not resting on her laurels, the songbird nested on Good Morning America today to promote.

Backed by just a pianist, she belted current single ‘Queen.’

Shortly after, the 30-year-old seized the moment to announce her first ever full US tour.

The performance and show dates await after the jump…

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Cardi B has unleashed the video for summer anthem ‘I Like It.’

Already a top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, the track – which features J Balvin and Bad Bunny – looked poised to explode in the best way with the arrival of its visual.

A vibrant affair, the colorful clip sees the pregnant femcee further cement her ‘Invasion Of Privacy’ project as one of the year’s most compelling successes.

With its current #8 peak, ‘I Like’ serves as the LP’s highest charting single besides ‘Bodak Yellow’ (which hit #1 last Fall). Could the infectious ham now be on its way to the top too?

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Burying their almost two-decade long feud? Jada Pinkett-Smith and Gabrielle Union.

Unbeknownst to their respective fan bases, the actresses had been locked in a toxic spat which caused them to slice their ties with one another personally and professionally.

What caused?

The ladies are unwilling to spill the beans but were more than happy to share how they came to a place of peace, love and harmony after “tap dancing” on each other’s misery.

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An LGBT music industry brunch organised by ‘Variety‘ has raised questions surrounding LGBT’s community’s exclusion of its black brothers and sisters and the privileges white men within the community are said to use to erase their contributions to the arts.

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Taylor Swift has been praised by fans after she reportedly made the decision to fire one of her dancers after uncovering some of their worryingly vulgar and disturbing social media messages.

Under 18?

This one isn’t for you.

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As we previously reported, it looks like Cardi B‘s keeping her word about dropping two music videos this month (click here to read more).  Just two days after unveiling the cinematic accompanying clip to ‘Be Careful,’ the J. Balvin-assisted ‘I Like It’ began being teased in Youtube commercials.

Now, after much fan anticipation, we are just a day away from the latter’s premiere.  Ahead of its release in full, Cardi took to Instagram to amp that anticipation to even higher heights.

Will a video help the ‘Invasion of Privacy’ cut surpass its #8 peak on the Hot 100?  Take a look at another preview and let us know what you think:

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Janet Jackson may have been bestowed with the Icon honor at the Billboard Music Awards recently, but the ever humble legend was still welcoming of all backstage.

Moments ago, the diva shared snaps of herself with rising star Normani, who around the time of the show revealed that she was lucky enough to have met Jackson.

Also enjoying time with the 52-year-old were Ciara, Tyra Banks, Jenna Dewan, and her sister Rebbie Jackson (who, at 67, looks sensational).

Speaking of her catch-ups (and introductions), Jackson saod:

Thank u to my beautiful sister Rebbie and my girls for your support ? #girlpower

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This week brings with it the season 3 premiere of ‘Queen Sugar.’

The OWN drama has proven a ratings draw thanks to its compelling story and potent performances.

Set for a two-night return commencing May 29th, viewers will no doubt be glued to screens to see what creator Ava DuVernay has cooked up for the Bordelon’s third outing.

That Grape Juice‘s Shar recently caught up with some of the show’s anchoring stars – Bianca Lawson, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, and Timon Kyle Durrett – at the 2018 ABFF Honors and probed them for details.

And while it’s clear Ms. DuVernay is running a tight-lipped ship, the cast did hint at both a “powerful” and “juicy” season ahead. Hit ‘PLAY’ above to watch.

 ‘Queen Sugar’ returns May 29th & 30th at 10/9c on OWN TV.

Your thoughts?

Did Letitia Wright, the stellar Guyanese actress who played Shuri in ‘Black Panther‘, just drop major details on the project’s sequel?

It seems so.

An exciting report below…

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