Reshaped and reimagined in various fashions over the years by the likes of Vanessa Williams, Jim Carrey, James Earl Jones, The Muppets, and more, Charles Dickens‘ classic novel, ‘A Christmas Carol,’ has seen the story of its main character – “Ebenezer Scrooge” – presented countless ways since its debut over 170 years ago.

With 1988’s ‘Scrooged’ (Bill Murray‘s classic revamp) easily standing out as one of the most memorable of the lot, Hollywood’s leading comedian, Kevin Hart, is reportedly in talks to remake the family favorite 30 years after its release.

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A high school valedictorian has claimed that her school made a cowardly attempt to silence her tribute to the slain African-American teenager Trayvon Martin.

Watch the upsetting moment below…

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As soul-stirring anthems go, Mariah Carey houses many in her colossal catalogue.

One of the most resonating, though, is ‘Fly Like A Bird’ from giant comeback album ‘The Emancipation Of Mimi.’

Currently on the ‘Caution World Tour,’ Mariah has been dusting off rare gems in select cities.

Lucky for concert goers in Paris, France, she set ‘Fly’ free with a spirited offering that was all-live.

Watch Mimi soar with the gospel-kissed roof-raiser after the jump…

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Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature wheeled out to examine some of Pop culture’s brightest (and more peculiar) moments.

Today, we revisit the true story of the teenager Gypsy Rose and her doting mother Dee Dee.

When Gypsy is struck down by several illnesses Dee Dee vows to fill her child’s life with the care, joy, laughter and support she needs to make it through the impossibly difficult time.

Alas, things aren’t always as they seem.

What happened when Gypsy found love in a hopeless place?

Free Gyspy Rose!!!!

— ? (@minimooo_) May 17, 2019

A story one must see to believe.

i’m writing my final paper for my law class on gyspy rose blanchard?

— ☹︎ (@gayydreaming) April 24, 2019

Take a walk down memory lane with us below…

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The demise of the show ‘Star‘ came as troubling news to the many who supported the series, its stars and its leader Lee Daniels.

Today, he has promised to do right by those supporters by fighting to give the show the ending he believes it deserves.

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Jennifer Lopez lit up The Forum in Los Angeles last night with the first show of her ‘It’s My Party Tour.’

The summer jaunt has been erected in salute of J.Lo’s upcoming 50th birthday and is already proving quite the gift for fans.

Backed by an army of energized dancers, the diva delivered a career-spanning set, breaking out bops such as ‘On The Floor’ and ‘If You Had My Love’ – which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary.

La Lopez also opened with her latest jam ‘Medicine.’

What are you waiting for? Pics and clips await after the jump…

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Chris Brown has assembled an all-star list of names for new album ‘Indigo’ – including former foe Drake. 

The pair join forces for ‘No Guidance.’

An early contender for song of the summer, the melodic jam seems tailor-made for radio and looks set to gift both stars their next big hit.

What are you waiting for? Take a listen below…

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Madonna fans may have been very impressed by the Pop icon’s lengthy feature in the most recent ‘New York Times’ magazine, but the ‘Express Yourself’ diva wasted no time expressing her disappointment in it.

As we reported here, she not only likened the experience to ‘rape’ but also asserted the interviewer – Vanessa Grigoriadis – perpetuated sexist and ageist stereotypes by overlooking better content gleaned from their interaction in favor of focusing on her age.

Well, once the diva’s response made its rounds on the net it eventually landed on the desk of the publication.  See their cheeky response inside:

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Per new reports, Nene Leakes has been suspended from the series for a number of episodes because she has been feuding with producers and camera staff.

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‘The Lion King’ has the world awaiting its roar as its July 19th release draws near.

Beyond promises of jaw-dropping cinematics, many are anticipating the musical component of Disney’s live action re-telling of one its most popular titles.

The involvement of superstar singer Beyonce, who stars as Nala, is widely cited as one of the main reasons for this.

Sans carefully curated trailers, much of what’s to come has been shrouded in secrecy.

However, director Jon Favreau is drip-feeding tea. Join us below for the latest pouring…

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Billboard is placing the spotlight on the brains behind Pop’s beauties.

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Barack and Michelle Obama have teamed up with Spotify to produce a wide range of informative podcasts.

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