Katy Perry is in trouble.

For reasons her label will be keen to understand, the general public’s perception of the usually likeable entertainer seems to have sullied since her decision to step out to support the Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton.

Since then the star, who enjoyed a scandal-free and drama deficient run atop Pop before then, now finds herself becoming public enemy #1 within music industry circles.

Now, as she faces fire for an Obama-related joke shared here and “leaks” said to be coming from those close to her see baseless rumours about her splattered all over blind items pages, she has been hit with another scandal.

The Weeknd‘s producer Mano shocked his Twitter followers recently when he claimed that Perry called him a ni**** and used the disgusting word regularly and comfortably.

yep it happened in a club in paris…….smh she really thought she had the right. honestly my feelings were hurt and i was offended https://t.co/ErCscb3BbC

— 20/3 CrashOvrrd MANO (@CallMeMano) April 30, 2017

if y’all don’t believe me ask @HXLTMUSIC he was right there.

— 20/3 CrashOvrrd MANO (@CallMeMano) April 30, 2017

this was the day b4 ye fashion show. while she was juke’n my cuz she started calling us her “niggas” and we asked her 2 stop a few times

— 20/3 CrashOvrrd MANO (@CallMeMano) April 30, 2017

she couldn’t understand why and we had 2 explain 2 her that it wasn’t endering and it was really offensive

— 20/3 CrashOvrrd MANO (@CallMeMano) April 30, 2017

Mano’s story comes after industry murmurs rise about a video which allegedly captures the star in problematic action.

There is no proof that such a video exists.

no 1 cared that my feelings were hurt as a person. a famous caucasian person thought it was ok 2 say that word 2 me 2 relate with me. ?

— 20/3 CrashOvrrd MANO (@CallMeMano) April 30, 2017

u actually the 1st person who thought 2 empathize with me. thank u. i mean i wasn't traumatized but i did feel lower than i should. https://t.co/fXRWksdWZ4

— 20/3 CrashOvrrd MANO (@CallMeMano) May 1, 2017

Why do you think Katy has suddenly found herself in all this PR trouble?

If NeNe Leakes is to return to ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ she may have to readjust her attitude towards its new fun loving star Porsha Williams.

For, today has seen the Reality TV royal blasted by fans after she tore into Williams during an appearance on ‘Watch What Happens Live’.

Why they’re annoyed with her?

Her supposed habit of bashing, bullying and berating one half of the show’s cast when she reconciles with other half.

@NeNeLeakes Girl so your friendship with porsha & phae was just an alliance/Fake aswell huh ….You are such a flip flopper nene …50 & wack

— QUEENBEE_KIM™ (@queenola12) May 1, 2017

Nene is officially the biggest flip flopper ,You was just team Porsha & Phaedra season8 , they were the only girls who had your back #Rhoa

— QUEENBEE_KIM™ (@queenola12) May 1, 2017

#WWHL nene is such a flip flopper.. with all cast members.. 1 season their her friends next she hates them…

— sonia nunez (@scanttununez) May 1, 2017

So now Nene has a problem with Phaedra and Porsha ? y’all say cynthia is a flip flopper but it’s really Nene #RHOA #RHOAReunion #WWHL

— Cinthia (@0_lala) May 1, 2017

Nene is a serial flip flopper. She just picks the side of an argument she thinks will cause the most drama. #WWHL #RHOA

— Ben (@_jblnr) May 1, 2017

@jjmcphatter @BravoWWHL @NeNeLeakes @Andy I agree with you? Porsha is the show, Nene is jealous and needs attention. Nene is the real fraud! Acting all brand new,looking a gool

— OCHUSTLER (@OCHUSTLER) May 1, 2017

As the show’s ratings have fared well without Leakes, several fans believe that she may be threatened by Williams’ undeniable rise to the top of the show’s pecking order on a popularity front.

Nene, don’t forget when no one liked you in season 7, Phaedra & Porsha were the ONLY ones that were loyal & would film with you. #rhoa #wwhl

— Kene (@KenechukwuKene) May 1, 2017

Nene, but you had an alliance with Phaedra & Porsha when you amped up Porsha to attack Kenya at that reunion #RHOA #WWHL

— rosechocglam (@MBApioneerz) May 1, 2017

@NeNeLeakes Girl so your friendship with porsha & phae was just an alliance/Fake aswell huh ….You are such a flip flopper nene …50 & wack

— QUEENBEE_KIM™ (@queenola12) May 1, 2017

Here’s hoping the usually endearing Leakes returns to the series packing more humour than hate when it returns for a tenth season this November.

Your thoughts?

Season 9 of ‘The Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ has reached its climax, but the fireworks continue during its historic four-part reunion.

Following the explosive third installment, the final part promises more, more, and well…more.

The gathering sees Kandi‘s feud with Porsha and Phaedra reach boiling point, while Kenya comes under scrutiny for her suspect relationships. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Check out a sneak peek of the fourth part below…

#RHOA Reunion, Part 4 preview! pic.twitter.com/ZOymKvqPFt

— JoeyBGCBlogger (@_JoeyBGCBlogger) April 29, 2017

Your thoughts?

As her new Migos-assisted single, ‘Bon Appetit,’ continues to underwhelm on the critical and commercial front, singer Katy Perry is seeing her name served a-front controversial headlines.

The singer/songwriter took to live stream to scold followers who weren’t exactly fond of her new blonde hairdo by stating:

“Oh, someone says, ‘I miss your old black hair,'” she said before sarcastically replying, “Oh, really? Do you miss Barack Obama as well? Oh, OK. Times change. Bye! See you guys later.”

Granted, Perry has been a longtime supporter of the former president, but many didn’t appreciate the comparison – some even claiming the quote housed hints of “racism” and “privilege.”  Needless to say, as the story made its rounds, Twitter was set alight.

See some of the fiery comments inside:

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The last decade has seen a number of Pop culture’s power players fall from grace following claims that they used their power to prey on the vulnerable and powerless.

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Kelly Rowland has added to her family in recent years after getting married and giving birth to son Titan Jewell.

The singer has also experienced painful loss, specifically the death of her mother Doris just three weeks after welcoming her newborn.

It’s a subject the solo Grammy rarely talks about, however she opened up about it during an interview segment on Australia’s 60 Minutes.

The emotional sit-down saw the 36-year-old detail all that was running through her mind as the ordeal took place and how life has been for her after.

Watch the touching moment below…

That was a hard watch. But we’re sure her story will help others going through similar hardships.

Your thoughts?

Brandy is baking a comeback album and we can’t wait to taste.

So as to satiate hungry fans, who’ve longed for a new album in the five years since her last offering, The Vocal Bible has been sharing morsels of music.

The latest came today on Snapchat. Take a listen below (use the arrows to scroll for more clips):

❤️❤️❤️Yooooo @4everbrandy is bout to unleash what everyones been missing! “I cant stand you nomore” ?? Im loving all of the different sounds shes giving us! Im lowkey waiting to hear that ballad tho! #Brandy101 #BrandyNorwood #Brandy #Slayana #TheVocalBible #VocalBible #Snapchat #BrandyOnSnapchat #SlayanaUniversity [?TheNextBrandy] SWIPE LEFT

A post shared by Slayana University (@4everbrandy101) on Apr 29, 2017 at 11:20pm PDT

Well, come through B-Rocka!

With her label legal woes reportedly over, the pathway seems clear for her march ahead with the project.

Fingers crossed it’s hatched sooner rather than later.

Your thoughts?

Last night’s Wearable Art Gala brought out a number of notable names – including Destiny’s Child.

A heavily pregnant Beyonce was in the house, as was Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams – and founding member LeToya Luckett. Despite not all posing together, all were snapped at the event, which was held at California African American Museum.

Joining the ‘Say My Name’ singers at the function were Bey’s mother Tina Knowles-Lawson, Jay Z, and Kelly’s husband Tim Witherspoon.

Peep all the snaps below…

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The hacker who threatened to leak episodes from ‘Orange is the New Black’s new season has fulfilled his “promise” by doing just that.

Netflix learned that a hacker named The Dark Overlord had gained access to its systems and pulled ‘Orange’s latest season from them.

His or her mission? To force the company to cough up cash in exchange for the episodes they had stolen. Alas, “negotiations” either fell through or didn’t happen at all prompting the hacker to upload his stolen goods online.

Who is next on the list? FOX, IFC, NAT GEO, and ABC. Oh, what fun we’re all going to have. We’re not playing any games anymore.

— thedarkoverlord (@tdohack3r) April 29, 2017

The industry is now on high alert as the character has now threatened to leak even more shows in the coming weeks.

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Today’s From The Vault pick is pulled from 2006 and sees  Hip-Hop legend Diddy and Pop royal Christina Aguilera team for the tantalising ‘Tell Me.’ 

The second single from Diddy’s ‘Press Play’ LP, the track was produced by Just Blaze and was instantly singled out as a highlight on the album by the press as well as fans.

Initially the song was a demo for the group that would become Danity Kane, but Diddy decided to use it on his own album. For Aguilera, it was a return to a more modern sound as she was deep into her ‘Back To Basics’ era, which saw her go all retro on the masses.

Though it had been coined for chart glory, it didn’t match the success of its predecessor, the Nicole Scherzinger-assisted ‘Come To Me.’ ‘Tell Me’ only managed to reach the Top 50 in the US and wasn’t even released everywhere in Europe. Still it got to #8 in the UK.

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Shot by Erik White, the first part of the video referenced the infamous ‘Maxell blown away’ commercial, while the second saw Diddy, Xtina and dancers “do that thing” on LED sets. Very 00’s – in the best way.

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Say what folk will about Diddy, there’s no denying that he consistently cooks up quality music and collaborations, whether successful on the charts or not. As for Xtina, she remains one of the best vocalists of today’s age, even a decade after this song was released.

All we’re waiting for now is new music.

Your thoughts?

One of Madonna‘s former friends and dancers have stepped out to confirm that the star had a deep rooted hatred of her 90s chart rival Janet Jackson.

Kevin Stea, who stood as one of the brains behind Madonna’s creative machine, is now feuding with the singer after he joined a large group of her former employees to sue her for moves he claims she made to invade their privacy and exploit them during their time together.

Now, he has opened up an incident which he says shocked him to his core and exposed, according to him, Madonna’s supposed desire to take Janet down.

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There may be trouble ahead for the revolutionary service Netflix if it doesn’t agree to demands set by a hacker who claims to have stolen the latest season of ‘Orange is the new Black‘!

Operating under the name The Dark Overlord, the hacker has asked for an unspecified amount from the company and has already uploaded the first episode of ‘Orange’s new season on an illegal file-sharing site.

The Hollywood Reporter adds:

Netflix said that a small production vendor that works with several major TV studios had suffered a breach. The Los Gatos, Calif., company described it as an “active situation” that’s being investigated by the FBI and other authorities.

In the ransom note, The Dark Overlord claimed to have stolen series from other studios, too, by breaking into a single company. The purported hacker promised to also release those titles unless “modest” ransoms are paid.

When the AP contacted The Dark Overlord in February, the hacker said the purloined video wouldn’t be made publicly available after all, making the far-fetched claim that “no one really [cares] about unreleased movies and TV show episodes.”

Why Netflix and ‘Orange’?

‘Orange’ is a Netflix original series and can only be viewed by TV lovers who pay to subscribe to the show and service. If placed online, Netflix’s profit-pushing unique selling point comes under threat.

Your thoughts?