It’s that time of year again!

Indeed, the air is still buzzing as yesterday brought with it the highly anticipated 2016 Grammy nominations unveiled, per usual, via an announcement special weeks before the actual showing.  But, what also comes with the ‘per usual’ announcement are the jaw-dropping surprises, snubs, and all out “shut-outs” that accompany the annual spectacle.

Always a heated debate-starter, the coveted tally saw the likes of Janet Jackson, Jill Scott, Rihanna, Madonna, and more all go without mention.

For Bieber, whose manager made headlines for his rant regarding his 2013 Grammy shutout, his long-awaited nod came this year as, otherwise, it would’ve been a fourth-go-round despite consistently clocking some of the year’s biggest hits.  Like the ‘What Do You Mean’ maestro, Scott has been very vocal about shut-outs in the past.  And, while Omarion‘s rant is the main protest making headlines, we’re sure many more are to come.

In the meantime, tuck in below for our list of other surprises and snubs:

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The actress Stacey Dash may have been employed by FOX News because of her outspoken conservative nature but a remark she made about President Obama seems to have rubbed them the wrong way.

Details below…

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Queen Latifah and the Instagram model Amiyah Scott are to star in a spin-off of Lee Daniels‘ hit show ‘Empire.’

Good news for fans of the creative below…

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Last week, Erykah Badu set the net ablaze when she roasted Iggy Azalea at the Soul Train Music Awards.

Indeed, who didn’t chuckle when the eclectic songbird comically claimed that what the material Aussie femcee makes is “definitely not Rap.”

In true Azalea form, the moment didn’t go without a response – albeit one not directed at Badu head-on.

However, after the ‘Tyrone’ singer offered an olive branch last night, the 25-year-old replied with a comment that may surprise some.

Read below…

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Coldplay are pounding the promotional pavement hard in support of their new album ‘A Head Full Of Dreams.’

And while the British group have a single in the marketplace, they are receiving most headlines for their Beyonce collaboration ‘Hymn For The Weekend.’

During a visit to The Late Late Show With James Corden last night, the newly announced Super Bowl performers hilariously shared their experience of working Mrs. Carter.

Check it out below…

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Janet Jackson flashed her trademark smile while posing with a fan in London town this week.

The Queen of Pop is currently on a break from her globe-spanning ‘Unbreakable Tour,’ which successfully wrapped its first leg last month.

Ms. Jackson was snapped with the supporter at the Olivocarne Restaurant.

Beyond the sighting, UK fans can catch the performer when she returns to the region to ‘BURNITUP!’ on-stage during the European leg of the trek – which kicks off next March.

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Lifetime are revving up their their latest biopic. This time’s it’s the turn of iconic songstress Toni Braxton.

Aptly titled ‘Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart,’ the original made-for-TV movie now has an official debut date of Saturday, January 23 at 8pm ET/PT.

Newcomer Lex Scott Davis (‘The Exes’) has landed the role of the seven-time Grammy Award-winning R&B diva in the flick which follows the singer’s journey from her discovery by mega producers L.A. Reid and Babyface, to her battle with Lupus.

The two-hour movie, which is executive produced by Braxton, also chronicles how the songbird soared above her public divorce, while navigating her son’s autism and family struggles. It brings to life her well-selling memoir (also titled ‘Unbreak My Heart’), which hit retail last year.

To whet appetites, Lifetime have revealed a first look at the cast (above), as well as a closer sneak peek of Davis as Toni – which you can peep after the jump… (more…)

Ever flashy, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian were always expected to name their newborn son something with…flare.

And the couple have not disappointed.

Find out what the brother to two-year North West has been named below…

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Kendrick Lamar leads the pack of nominees at the 2016 Grammys, but not everyone is in a congratulatory mood.

Fellow rapper Wale has candidly shared his views on the Compton native, who he infers has changed in recent times.

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More details have emerged from the set of Rihanna‘s latest movie…and they’re pretty epic.

Good news below…

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Each year the Grammy nominations generate ample debate.

This year’s tally is no different. And while we’ll be weighing up the surprises, snubs, and all else in between shortly, Omarion is wasting no time venting about his omission.

Full story below…

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It’s Grammy nomination time!

Music’s biggest calendar night, the 58th annual Grammy Awards, are set to air February 15th 2016 live on CBS.

The industry’s brightest stars will align to shine at the event, which will boast performances from the creme de la creme.

Today, excitement for the ceremony soared to new heights as its committee reveals which artists have been nominated in which categories.

What are you waiting for? The nominations for the 2016 Grammys await below…

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