With hits ‘Jealous,’ and ‘Teacher’ to its credit, former Jonas Brother star Nick Jonas saw his debut album launch him to solo success.  Successfully breaking the chains of “teen pop star” to respected adult artist, the ‘Chains’ singer managed to wiggle his way to the Hot 100’s upper half more than once over his debut era.

Yes, the album itself managed an impressive placement on the Billboard 200 upon its arrival (#6 peak), but with 37,000 sold its first week the numbers weren’t exactly singing the same tune its singles boasted.  As ample buzz and heightened star power picked up any slack the figures left (in the eye of the general public), the triple threat divo – courtesy of his new album ‘Last Year Was Complicated’ (in stores now) – is ready to put both concepts to the test yet again.

Kicking the new era off with songs ‘Close’ and ‘Bacon,’ Jonas was hoping the releases would help his latest sizzle on charts in ways its predecessor did not.  Unfortunately, if newly surfaced reports are any indication, ‘Complicated’ misses the mark…quite a bit.

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If you thought Drake was giving up his view from the top of the Billboard 200 anytime soon you were wrong.

For the 6th consecutive week, thanks to some record breaking streaming, the album charts have had his name penciled in its perch.  Passing the billion streams mark recently, ‘Views’ currently holds the record for the top four streaming weeks in U.S. history – by its lonesome.  Fending off stiff competition from the likes of Beyonce, Meghan Trainor, Ariana Grande, and so many more during its reign, word has it Drizzy will be enjoying a 7th week at the top next week.

But, before we get head of ourselves, tuck in to see this week’s refreshed Billboard 200 to find out where all of your other faves from today landed:

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2016’s Hot 100 might as well be renamed ”Rihanna and Drake” charts.

Without fail the duo has dominated the tally with entries lifted from their most recent respective releases ‘Anti’ and ‘Views.’  And, while the two can also boast serious staying power on the Billboard 200 side of charts, their Hot 100 dealings have seen no equal this year (or ever for that matter).

As reported here, Drizzy continues to dance over the competition with his hit ‘One Dance’ as it enjoys its fifth non-consecutive run atop the singles chart.  Elsewhere, in the top 10, fans get a double shot of Rih as her hits ‘This Is What You Came For’ (with Calvin Harris) and ‘Needed Me’ are sitting tight in the lower half of the upper dectet.

With nearly 20 placements between them (a fifth of the entire chart), tuck in below to see where else Rih and Drizzy landed on this week’s refreshed TGJ Chart Check:

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Big Sean is best known for dropping club ready bangers and more recently for his joint project with Jhene Aiko. But we bet you didn’t know the Detroit native is also all sorts of generous too?

Find out how and why below…

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Did you catch the premiere of new show ‘Uncle Buck’ on ABC last night? If not, you may be one of the few who didn’t, as the new sitcom has debuted with impressive ratings.

Full story below…

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Just like that, the US leg of Beyonce‘s ‘Formation World Tour’ wrapped in Detroit last night.

And while the summer stadium trek continues on to Europe later this month, it marks the end of the journey for the show’s Stateside opening act DJ Khaled.

The Snapchat king and Epic Records hitmaker has earned rave reviews for his hyper hot set, which saw him bring out a host of different stars per city.

Filled with thanks for the coveted slot, the ever outspoken star penned a letter to Queen Bey that he’s shared online.

Read after the jump…

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Sassy Vivica Fox stopped by The Wendy Williams Show today – and, as ever, she came ready to play.

Ever outspoken, the actress didn’t hold back when quizzed on a laundry list of topics – including ‘Apprentice’ nemesis Kenya Moore (who she asserts is still a “toxic trick”) and ex boo 50 Cent.

She also readily spilled on two of her new projects: a male dancer docu-series for Lifetime and the much discussed ‘Independence Day’ sequel starring Jessie Usher.

Peep the fun-filled chat after the jump…

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With 2016 racing ahead at a rapid rate, it quite literally is ‘Almost Christmas’ – which means the release of Will Packer‘s new movie of the same name is also near.

Starring a host of notable names including Mo’Nique, Gabrielle Union, Danny Glover and Keri Hilson, the film tells the tale of a beloved father who asks his family for one gift — to get along.

Drama defines their complicated relationships, which makes his request not as simple as it seems.

Following the reveal of the flick’s first trailer, an extended preview has been unwrapped. Check it out below. the film, Kimberly Elise, Omar Epps, Romany Malco, Nicole Ari Parker, J.B. Smoove, and Jessie Usher also star.

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Jaden Smith‘s efforts to impact the zeitgeist with his art has seen him find a friend in one of the world’s largest talent agencies.

Awesome news below…

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As one of music’s most visually streamed artists, a Rihanna video debut if oftentimes an event – even if the clip itself isn’t.

The latest is nigh and is arriving sooner than you may think.

Details below…

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Adrienne Baillion hit the streets of West Hollywood for a fashionable cause yesterday evening.

What it was?

The launch of ‘House of CB‘s flagship store.

There, as she joins the cast of ‘The Real’ to deal with its Tamar Braxton-fronted drama, the TV personality rubbed shoulders with Aubrey O’Day (formerly of Danity Kane), Khloe Kardashian and ‘The Next 15‘s Laura Govan.

Snaps from their wild night out below…

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Pop queen Janet Jackson may be expecting a child, but that doesn’t mean she’s bowing out of the spotlight entirely.

As reported, the ‘Dammn Baby’ singer features in the latest issue of Emirates Woman magazine in support of both her comeback album ‘Unbreakable’ as well as her ‘Unbreakable Diamond Collection.’

Posing for a full spread, the notoriously private performer has opened up in a newly released behind the scenes look at the elegant shoot.

Watch Janet as she works the camera after the jump…

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