With the world at large reconciling Barack Obama‘s second presidential win, so too is Hollywood.

Celebrity support played a major part in rallying the younger generation to the voting booths, so what did many of those names have to say about Obama’s win?

The answer awaits after the jump…

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“Creep.” “Unpretty“. “Waterfalls“.

For many a TLC fan, the above songs stand just as powerful today as they did upon their respective releases… a testament to the group’s skill and conviction as both performers and vocalists.

So last night, in honor of their place in entertainment history and ever moving story, the group were honored with the Outstanding Contribution To Music award at the MOBO awards, which celebrates acts inspired by, or who pull from, Music Of Black Origin.

Their acceptance speech below….

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Believe it or not, there are only two weeks left until the release of ‘Unapologetic’, the brand new album by Rihanna.

However, for reasons currently unknown, the project’s media push has been a little…slow, with some fans concerned this may tell many a tale upon chart entry.

Well, they should no worry no more. For, her label Island Def Jam have announced the launch of a promotional tour that will dominate many a media outlet.

Press release below…

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With Nicki Minaj presently “spilling the tea” about her American Idol altercation with Mariah Carey (her words, not ours), the latter has broken her silence too.

Phoning good friend Barbara Walters, the legendary singer shared her version of events – which were relayed by the anchor on The View this morning.

The shocking details and video below…

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In a true testament to her spot as Pop’s top polarizer, Rihanna has etched her name in the That Grape Juice history book. For, less than a week after releasing new single ‘Diamonds’, the song’s accompanying post has generated an unprecedented 1800 comments. Again…

One Thousand Eight Hundred Comments!

Approaching our 6th year online, the figure marks the most number of comments on a single TGJ post to date, and further cements That Grape Juice as the most active Urban Pop community on the ‘net.

Love her or loathe her, this 24 year old certainly has folk talking that talk. Trust us, we know!

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Congratulations are in order for ‘Tightrope‘ sensation Janelle Monae today.

In celebration of her unique sense of individuality and ever inspiring message, world renown brand CoverGirl have called on the star to become their latest face.

Details below…

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Beyonce put her star power to good use today, lending her voice to today’s ‘World Humanitarian Day‘ festivities in NYC.

Speaking at the UN Security Council an hour or so ago, the singer/songwriter also shot the video for her latest release ‘I Was Here’ at the event, all before she donates the proceeds from the single to its cause.

Unsure of what the day is in aid of?

More info below…

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The MTV Video Music Awards were doused with a splash of colour today, after it was announced that Pop rebel Pink will be performing.

Details after the jump…

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Three months after making her stage return in the New Jersey, Beyonce has been named at the new ambassador for ‘World Humanitarian Day‘.

The latest philanthropic endeavor by the 16 time Grammy winner, her participation in the organization’s official ‘Day’ was revealed this afternoon, days after teasing fans with a cryptic message online.

Full story below…

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Sometimes, your enemy’s enemy isn’t always your friend.

Take Lil Kim for example. After playing big sister to Baltimore bred Keys for launching an unprovoked attack on Nicki Minaj back in 2009, the MC had her friendship thrown back in her face when the starlet claimed Kim had not paid her for ‘ghostwriting’ the now infamous ‘Black Friday’.

Then this year, upon discovering Rap newbie Azealia Banks was also anti-Minaj , Kim welcomed a duet between she and the ‘212’ gem, only to find herself in hot water when Banks revealed the ‘How Many Licks’ star was incapable of writing her own music.

Now, hours after deleting her Twitter account, Banks has weighed in on Kim once more- defending Minaj against the Rap witch.

Details below…

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You may not know it, but the man in the picture above is one of Pop’s music most powerful entities.

Yes, as the driving force behind Lady GaGa‘s career Troy Carter‘s influence in the industry- though rarely publicized- has made him ‘the one to go to’ for any hoping to recreate GaGa’s success.

In 2009 there was Nicki Minaj, who reportedly called on Carter to manage her alongside then mentor Diddy in a partnership of sorts. A partnership, that failed to come to fruition for reasons still unknown.

Then came Azealia Banks, who succeeded in landing a deal with Troy earlier this year. However, as reported here yesterday, that deal ended just as quickly as it started, leaving  Banks without a manager.

Now she was spoken on the matter, hinting that ‘egos’ were to blame for the split.

Full story below…

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It was set to be her biggest US appearance this summer.

However,following remarks made by Hip Hop annoyance Peter Rosenberg, Nicki Minaj has refused to perform at SummerJam 2012, hours before she was due to hit the stage.

Details below…

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