It’s no secret that viewers of Lifetime’s shambolic ‘Aaliyah:  The Princess of R&B’ shuddered when greeted with news that the women’s network would tackle an unauthorized biographical account of pop icon Whitney Houston.  While comforted by thoughts that the film’s director, Houston’s ‘Waiting To Exhale’ co-star Angela Bassett, at least knew her personally, the absence of familial support or involvement (just like the Wendy Williams produced affair) discouraged some fans from lending support.

At That Grape Juice, we initially shared that same skepticism.  After one view of the emotional rollercoaster that is Lifetime’s ‘Whitney,’ however, we can say with certainty that this could very well be the TV event of the season.

Read why below:

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After heading to Splitsville last year, 2015 has seen Nicki Minaj and A&R coordinator Safaree Samuels move onto pastures new with brand new relationships, confirmed and publicised via social media.

Unfortunately, said breakup has seen the rapper garner more press about her personal life than her latest studio album recently, set to remain this way for a while thanks a new interview given by Samuels to the ‘The Breakfast Club‘ radio show.

Reality TV worthy mess below…

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Pop ‘Bad Girl’ Madonna is to perform at the 2015 Grammy Awards to promote her new LP ‘Rebel Heart‘ it has emerged today, joining a lineup which also includes ‘Honeymoon Avenue‘ chanteuse Ariana Grande.

Full story below…

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Motown maven Mila J is back and swinging like a ‘Champion’.

The R&B belle serves up the glossy visual for her latest single, which features rapper B.o.B.

In following ‘Smoke, Drink, Break-Up’ and ‘My Main’, the track is the third to be lifted from the rising star’s debut EP ‘M.I.L.A’ – an acronym for “Made In Los Angeles”.

Wondering what the buzz is about? Peep the video for J’s newest jam after the jump…

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FOX‘s freshman smash ‘Empire’ is the show on everyone’s lips…and for good reason.

The music-drama serves up a potent package of sass, drama, glamor, and jaw-dropping storylines revolving around the Lyon family – anchored by Luscious (Terrence Howard) and Cookie (Taraji P. Henson).

This week sees the action continue in episode 2 of season 1. Check out a sneak peek preview below…

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Pop titan Lady GaGa is proving ever-potent.

The superstar singer has emerged as quite the polarizing figure in recent years, yet one thing is certain – people love to watch her.

Don’t believe? Check her receipts!

VEVO readily assists with the task, for the media giant honored the 28-year-old recent for having a whopping ten videos that have reached the 100 million views mark and been deemed “VEVO Certified”.

In an interesting move, the visual platform invited fans to present Mother Monster with her awards and also quizzed her on her iconic videos and most recent solo album ‘ARTPOP’.

All the fun after the jump…

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Her critics may have rained on her credibility’s parade, but we’d challenge anyone to attempt to do the same to Iggy Azalea‘s run as a singles seller.

For, after her latest single ‘Beg For It‘ sailed past Gold status, her breakout bop ‘Fancy‘ has surpassed sales of 4 million units!

Full story below…

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Though many have challenged NeNe Leakes‘ position atop of the reality pack, the feats and achievements of the outspoken star have undoubtedly made her the “Beyonce” of the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta‘. Indeed, whichever way it’s diced or sliced, she stands tall as the show’s most reliable and bankable star.

Now, after the series continues to dominate TV seven seasons in, we step back in time to showcase one of the Reality royal’s brightest moments…her explosive run on NBC’s ‘Celebrity Apprentice.‘

How did Ms. Leakes turn her Georgia Peach into a tall glass of titillating TV juice? And what can fellow Housewife and current Apprentice cast-mate Kenya Moore learn from NeNe’s appearance?

Journey back with us in the latest instalment of Retro Rewind below to find out…

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Booted from Def Jam to make way for a teenage Rihanna, the last decade has seen Christina Milian look on from the sidelines as acts she once considered competition touch career highs a number of ill-advised moves kept her from reaching.

Now, the ‘Dip It Low’ singer seeks to right that wrong with a comeback this year, inking a deal with E! that’ll see her star in her very own Reality TV series!

This week, the entertainer has kicked off her comeback campaign by paying compliments to former rival Beyonce and current label Nicki Minaj, both of whom she says she is eager to work with.

Kind words from the Cuban beauty below…

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Ariana Grande has been riding high on the charts with current single ‘Love Me Harder’ and parent album ‘My Everything’.

So as to give both a boost, the pint-sized powerhouse has released a new acoustic video for the cut featuring The Weeknd.

Watch below as the gifted singers trade verses in this stripped back, emotion baring version of the track below…

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When there are buttons to be pressed be sure to know that Azealia Banks is there to press them.

With an arsenal of 140 characters, Twitter has become a war zone for the rap diva’s antics and oft-controversial thoughts on everything – especially social issues.  While fans were still in her corner after her emotional Hot 97 interview, some of them have seen their support wane as the ‘Broke With Expensive Taste’ beauty continues to offer random rants on the social media site.

This weekend alone she sparred with Lupe Fiasco (who also found himself in a Twitter tussle with Kid Cudi) and fans who did not support her unceremonious slamming of Christianity.

Did you miss any of the action?  We’ve got you covered:

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Sam Smith‘s ‘In the Lonely Hour’ returns to the Official Albums Chart this week, reclaiming the top spot for the fifth time since its release!

Good news for the soulful singer below…

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