Shortly after announcing actor Michael B. Jordan as the recipient of its coveted ‘Man of the Year’ title (click here to read), ‘GQ’ unveiled Serena Williams would be its ‘Woman of the Year.’

The tennis champion – whose year was highlighted by a bit of controversy after a devastating loss to Naomi Osaka at Flushing Meadows (where she called an umpire a “thief”) – saw the cover court a bit more controversy after fans mistook the intention of the mag’s typography.

Unsure of what we mean? Details inside:

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The ‘Creed II‘ soundtrack spins towards glory with the help of some of Michael B. Jordan‘s  famous friends!

Keen to support the picture, the likes of Nicki Minaj, Mike WiLL Made-It, Kendrick Lamar and Pharrell teamed up to create an accompanying soundtrack which is to drop on November 23rd!

Hit the play button to hear ‘Mantra‘, one of the cuts crafted for the set.

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Toni Braxton paid a visit to the Wendy Williams Show today and discussed a whole horde of hot topics.

The R&B legend opened up to the talkshow host about her upcoming wedding to Hip-Hop mogul Birdman, her current relationship with her sisters, new holiday movie ‘Every Day Is Christmas,’ and much more.

Check out the fun-filled interview after the jump…

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Mo’Nique has disturbed the spirits of black people everywhere by asking them to forgive Roseanne after she compared a black woman to a monkey.

Mo’s confusing statement below..

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Usher is making major moves as he maps out his musical comeback.

Details below…

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The Rap revolution will be televised…on Netflix!

In its continued quest for domination in the visual arena, the streaming giant has announced its first ever music competition – ‘Rhythm & Flow.’

And in a huge coup, it’s secured some of the most notable names in Hip-Hop.

For Cardi B, T.I, and Chance The Rapper have all signed on as judges.

Details below…

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Ciara delivered a dynamite of dance in the high-octane video for ‘Dose’ – her latest single.

Now, the Atlanta-bred stage-blazer is taking folk behind the scenes to see how the Diane Martel directed video was pieced together.

The Rodney ‘Darkchild’ Jerkins production is lifted from the 32-year-old’s upcoming album and follows viral smash ‘Level Up’ and flavorsome Tekno collaboration ‘Freak Me.’

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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 4’ is set to sashay-chante its way onto VH1 this December.

So what better way to drum up buzz for the return of the Emmy-winning series than to unveil a first-look teaser and reveal the list of names set to guest judge this season.

Full story below…

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If fame is an amalgamation of highs, lows, and all else in-between, Lady Gaga is riding one of the highest waves of her career to date.

‘A Star Is Born,’ her first lead role as an actress, has catapulted the 32-year-0ld’ into the stratosphere.

And she’s opening up about the film’s success in the newest issue of Variety magazine.

In a compelling interview feature, Mother Monster dished on the movie’s affect on her, taking to the stage at the Oscars, future plans, and more.

Pics and excerpts below…

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Jill Scott is renown for rocking the mic, but last night she showcased skills of another sort live on-stage.

The soulful songbird didn’t need choreographed gyrations to express her sensual agenda, though. She simply grabbed the mic and went to work.

See what we mean below…

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Kanye West has once again yanked new album ‘YANDHI’ from the release schedule.

Details on Ye’s latest antics after the jump…

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Little Mix shocked the Pop landscape when they split from their label just one week before the release of their fifth album ‘LM5.’

At the time, the reason reported centered around songwriting credits and a broader breakdown between the group’s management (Modest) and Simon Cowell‘s Syco imprint.

Now, the industry honcho is speaking up and out about the matter. In trademark form, he didn’t hold back either.

His words below…

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