Yesterday, AJ Calloway –  original host of BET’s defunct daily video countdown show ‘106 & Park’ – took to Instagram to stir up frenzied hype around news the show was due to return for a spinoff.

Even tapping Kelly Rowland to get in on the action, Calloway served up an oddly timed announcement (as yesterday was ‘April Fools’ Day) to share reports around the show’s reboot which, according to him, would also feature a reunion with the show’s other original host – Free.

Well, as the age old adage goes:  “things are often as they seem.”

For, while there were some who rejoiced at the news, many of the TV personality’s followers immediately clocked the announcement was a very poor ‘April Fools’ joke…and they were right:

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After a rocky patch comprised of so-so sales and questions surrounding the state of her iconic voice, Mariah Carey has spent the last 18 months regrouping her.. everything.

From her vocals, to her business ventures, label, and more recently her team, few facets of her operation have gone untouched.

The latter especially has been making headlines following Mimi’s cleaning of house.

Per several sources, the diva severed ties with multiple members of her camp, including her publicist.

And while there has been talk about said folk quitting the singer due to her new management, she has been quick to reply and is now elaborating on the matter.

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Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature crafted to celebrate TV and Film’s glorious past.

Today, our walk down memory lane takes us to 1993, the year in which ‘Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit‘ rocked theatres!

The follow-up to the box office hit ‘Sister Act’, ‘Habit’ told the tale of Vegas showgirl turned nun Delores van Cartier as she attempts to save students at a troubled San Francisco school from ruin.

There, she meets Rita Watson (portrayed by Lauryn Hill), a gifted yet problematic young lady determined to succeed as a professional singer despite the obstacles thrown in her path by her mother (Sheryl Lee Ralph)…and mistakes made by her father.

Ready to join us as step back in time to celebrate the movie?

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Beyonce is Elle‘s belle and the premium publication wants the world to know it.

Earlier this week, the reigning Queen revealed separate covers for the the May 2016 US and UK issues of the magazine.

Yet, in the days following, it’s become apparent that the deal is much bigger in scope than anyone could have conceived.

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Last night saw the stars align for the 2016 BET Black Girls Rock special.

The annual event celebrates the achievements of women of color in the entertainment, literary, and philanthropical fields.

One of the most notable honorees was Rihanna, who was presented with the Rockstar Award.

Kelly Rowland was also in the house at the event, which took place at the New Jersey Performance Center. Beyond introducing Gladys Knight, Ms. Kelly engaged in smart synchronisation. For, her new talent search ‘Chasing Destiny’ kicks off immediately following the show’s April 5th broadcast on BET.

Flip the hood to see more pics of Rih, Kelly, Monica, and more…

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Jhené Aiko and Big Sean took to ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ last night just moments before the official release of their joint EP ‘Twenty88.’

The unexpected collabo, announced just last week, has already won rave reviews from critics and fans alike (most of whom got a taste of the release via a convenient Tidal stream).  Now, those who are still on the fence about purchasing the set should tuck in below to see a performance of the tune ‘Selfish.’

It may just be the trick needed to change your mind:

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The representation of African-Americans in his films may have given many cause to pause in recent years, but that’s done little to stop the rise of the comedian that is Kevin Hart.

What he has up his sleeve this time?

A multi-million dollar deal with ‘Lionsgate’ which will spawn a video on demand service…and a mobile video game.

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Fall 2014 saw fans bid farewell to BET’s hit video countdown show ‘106 & Park’ after 14 years on the air.

Since then, there have been murmurs of a replacement show, but nothing has come to fruition…until now. Sending his followers into a frenzy, original show host Aj Calloway took to Instagram to let fans in on news the show is coming back – with himself and his cohort Free as the hosts!

Let’s hope this isn’t a bad April Fools’ joke:

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After a slew of unforgivable wig snatchings that have touched almost every corner of the entertainment industry, you’d think by now that people would think twice before coming for Beyonce.

Well, it appears activewear brand Lululemon only thought once, didn’t care, or missed the memo all together.  For, after they took to Twitter to accuse the Grammy-winning diva of ‘imitating their brand,’ they set in motion a firestorm of clapbacks from the songstress’s beloved fans ‘Beyhive.’

See the fury that ensued below #ICYMI:

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Along the road, they encounter two strangers: Major Marquis Warren (Jackson), a black former union soldier turned infamous bounty hunter, and Chris Mannix (Goggins), a southern renegade who claims to be the town’s new Sheriff. Losing their lead on the blizzard, Ruth, Domergue, Warren and Mannix seek refuge at Minnie’s Haberdashery, a stagecoach stopover on a mountain pass. When they arrive at Minnie’s, they are greeted not by the proprietor but by four unfamiliar faces. Bob (Bichir), who’s taking care of Minnie’s while she’s visiting her mother, is holed up with Oswaldo Mobray (Roth), the hangman of Red Rock, cow-puncher Joe Gage (Madsen), and Confederate General Sanford Smithers (Dern). As the storm overtakes the mountainside stopover, our eight travelers come to learn they may not make it to Red Rock after all…

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Readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.

So, just as our retrospective features ‘From the Vault’ and ‘TGJ Replay’  allow us the chance to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday of one artist, our newest feature Chart Rewind – a variation of our current Retro Rewind assay – accedes salutes to an entire era of music history.

Now, let’s blast back to this week in 2003.  There, you’ll not only find 20 of the top 25 were Urban-kissed, but you’ll also find ‘I Miss You’ – the posthumously released single by late R&B songstress Aaliyah.  Reaching its Hot 100 peak this week that year, the song – among those originally recorded for but left off of her self-titled third LP – was remastered and selected to kick off her 2002-released compilation/greatest hits package ‘I Care 4 U.’

Its heartfelt accompanying music video, featuring appearances from Jay Z, DMX, Missy Elliott, Toni Braxton, and many many more, helped propel it to #3 on the Hot 100 (where it peaked).  It was her third and last single to peak within the chart’s top 5.

Walk down memory lane with us below:

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The Splash is back!

After a brief rest, That Grape Juice‘s flagship live show returns with a force…named JoJo.

The super-sonic vocalist kicks off SEASON 3 of the series – which launched in 2011 – and it’s all sorts of a must see.

Filmed before an audience of the star’s biggest fans, the Boston bred belle soars like never before with songs from her critically acclaimed ‘Tringle’ as well some unexpected numbers that you won’t see anywhere else.

There’s also a “moment” that will leave jaws on the floor. Be sure to have tissues at the ready.

Keep it locked on TGJ for the premiere of The Splash Season 3 with JoJo. It could drop at ANY time!

For now, check out pics and clips below and let us know:

Who Do You Want To See On The Splash Next?!

#JoJo makes her grand entrance at That Grape Juice session! Just wait for the VOCALS! Stay tuned ? #JoJoTGJ [@iamJoJo]

A video posted by That Grape Juice (@thatgrapejuice) on Mar 8, 2016 at 2:44pm PST

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