Oprah Winfrey is not playing.

For, in a bid to ensure the rising ratings of OWN stay on that path, the former talk show host has tapped Lady GaGa.

The paw purveyor and her mother, Cynthia Germonatta, sat down with Winfrey recently, discussing everything from the singer’s astronomical rise, to the effect of her superstar status on her family.

A sure to be intriguing watch, the interview (which airs this Sunday on ‘Oprah’s Next Chapter’) follows O’s emotional sit-down with the family of the late, great Whitney Houston. A chat which, for all the critique it drew before airing (from the likes of yours truly), ended up being both tasteful and strangely uplifting.

Check out the preview of GaGa’s episode below…

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Upon its debut, Melody Thornton‘s new single ‘Lipstick&Guilt’ was hailed by many for its moddy mature, artistic, and pleasantly left-field characteristics.

And as she continues her quest to pull away from her Pussycat Doll past, it appears these are traits the singer is keen to deposit in the visual arena; case, point, ‘Lipstick’s’ accompanying video.

Having premiered literally moments ago, That Grape Juice has you covered. Check it out below…

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Soulful crooner John Legend turns up the heat in the steamy video for new single ‘Tonight (Best You Ever Had)’.

Serving as a release from the ‘Think Like A Man’ soundtrack, Legend has made no secret of fact that the Ludacris assisted cut would also dub as the first single from his forthcoming album – should it perform well.

Its TAJ directed visual should go some way in aiding that cause, especially as it sees the usually coy crooner flash some flesh. Something we’re sure his legion of fans will not be complaining about.

Video awaits after the jump…

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Diva Jennifer Lopez lives up to that billing in her stunning cover for Vogue magazine’s April issue.

The mother of two sports a regal red in the shot, which accompanies a candid interview. Indeed, the feature sees the 42 year old discuss divorcing Marc Anthony,  juggling her parental responsibilities with her job, and much more.

In other Ms. Lopez news, we hear she has a major announcement due this week; one perhaps pertaining to her her first ever tour? Keep it all the way locked on That Grape Juice for details!

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Get into these shots of Rihanna, touching down in New York City yesterday morning.

Fresh off her ‘A Night To Make It Right‘ performance in New Orleans, the star greeted fans and paparazzi alike as she made her way through La Guardia airport, days after shooting the video for her new single ‘Where Have You Been‘.

More below, courtesy of Rihanna Daily…

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As has been hyped all week, despite less than a month passing since the untimely death of pop megastar Whitney Houston, members of her family had an emotional, tell all with talkshow queen Oprah.  Airing tonight via O’s own Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), Houston’s brother, his wife, and Houston’s daughter Bobbi Kristina chatted with Winfrey about the loss, their lives since, etc.

A great watch indeed.  Get into it all after the jump:

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Contrary to popular belief, the UK boasts its own thriving Urban scene. It’s one rich in rising talent, as showcased in hot new web series ‘Venus vs Mars’.

Written and produced by Talented & Young, the show centres of the life and love of lead character Venus, interweaving her “drama” with that of her equally troubled friends.

So what are you waiting for? Hit ‘Play’ and get familiar with what is shaping up to be a great show!

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With fans still reeling from Diddy‘s dismantling of Danity Kane four years ago, it’s taken two of the group’s members that exact amount of time to repair their “damaged” friendship.

Indeed, the age old adage of timing healing all wounds has rung true for Aubrey O’Day and Dawn Richard.

For after not speaking since the Pop outfit’s dramatic demise, the pair have this week reunited.

Details after the jump…

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Last night saw New Orleans welcome a number of high profile stars, in town to support Brad Pitt‘s ‘Make It Right Foundation’.

Hosted by Ellen, the ‘A Night To Make It Right’ event saw Rihanna, Kanye West and Snoop Dogg take to the stage to raise money for the construction of new homes for the city’s residents, following 2005’s Hurricane Katrina.

Philanthropic fun below…

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Eddie Murphy‘s comeback.

It’s something we’ve hoped and waited for. Yet, recent years have seen the star’s career sink into quite the coma.

Indeed, a string of commercial catastrophes such as ‘Norbit’ have rendered the former comedian a punchline himself; a status sadly strengthened by his latest flop ‘A Thousand Words’.

The comedy, which actually shot back in 2008 (where it perhaps should have stayed), could only manage a measly $1.92 million at 1,890 Stateside theatres on its opening day. A figure which will likely spell an even grimmer first weekend total.

Starring Kerry Washington, the film also made Rotten Tomatoes history by becoming one of only four movies to score “0” since the outlet began telling it like it is back in 1999.  {Source}

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If there’s one common theme in Murphy’s box office bombs, it’s that his roles of late are largely of the childish, comedy by the numbers persuasion. Surely a return to the raciness that defined his hey-day is what the career Dr ordered?

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Barbz Rejoice!

Moments after becoming the highest charting Female Rapper on the UK Official Charts, we are pleased to announce Nicki Minaj has scored yet another feat.

Her single ‘Starships’ is #1 in Scotland, making her the first Female Rapper to have the same single in the Top 5 of both charts simultaneously.

Well done Nicki!

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Congratulations are most certainly in order for Nicki Minaj today.

Because, almost as if by accident, she has broken a record not even her label would have seen coming.

Full story below…

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