Azealia Banks is speaking out.

For, the ‘212’ rapper took to Instagram after the death of DMX to discuss an issue that pertained to the late rapper, who she claimed was “crying out for help.”

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Yesterday was bittersweet for Tashera Simmons, the ex-wife of DMX. Because while it brought with it her 50th birthday, the occasion arrived one day after the father of her four children died at the same age.

As widely reported, the MC had suffered a heart attack (allegedly as the result of an overdose) and lay in a coma for almost a week. He sadly did not make it.

Joining the masses in honoring the man she was married to from 1999 to 2014, Tashera shared a bittersweet message.

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Diversification is the name of Tank‘s game.

Renown for his butter-smooth baritone, the singer is proving his talent to be multi-dimensional as he makes a splash in the acting sphere.

The star flexes his acting chops in Lifetime‘s ‘Lust’ – which is part of Lifetime‘s ‘Seven Deadly Sins Story’ franchise.

Appearing opposite Keri Hilson (Tiffanie), Tank plays tempter Trey – whose luring ways run the risk of derailing a marriage.

Ahead of the film’s airing tonight, That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with the R&B belter who spoke about the film, his foray into acting, a possible TGT reunion, being a sex symbol, new music, and more. Watch above.

‘Lust’ premieres – which also stars ‘Little Women’ star Ms. Juicy, GRAMMY-winning singer-actress LeToya Luckett, Perri’ Camper, and veteran actor Clifton Powell – airs tonight (April 10) at 8/7c only on Lifetime.

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Keri Hillson takes center stage in the new movie ‘Lust.’

Arriving as part of Lifetime‘s ‘Seven Deadly Sins Story’ franchise, the film is adapted from Victoria Christopher Murray’s book series of the same name.

The multi-hyphenate star leads as Tiffanie Cooper.

On the cusp of marrying the man of her dreams, drama abounds when she’s tempted by his best friend (and best man) Trey (played by Tank).

Ahead of the film’s airing tonight, That Grape Juice‘s Chet Kincaid caught up with Hilson who opened up about key aspects of the film. Watch above.

‘Lust’ premieres tonight (April 10) at 8/7c on Lifetime.

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As the music industry attempts to come to terms with the death of DMX, it’s being reported that the late great rapper had a number of projects completed at the time of his passing aged 50.

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Just hours after the death of DMX was announced Friday (April 9), fans of the legendary rapper-actor have turned to digital download and streaming platforms for consolation.

Albeit a common response to reports of the passing of a beloved musician, X’s catalog – unlike some – is seeing multiple entries dominate real-time iTunes charts, including the fan favorite ‘Ruff Ryder’s Anthem’ (which sits at #1 at Rap iTunes).

Besting the likes of Cardi B, Saweetie, Drake, and a host of other current hitmakers, look inside for more:

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The music industry is in mourning after legendary rapper DMX died aged just 50.

As reported, the MC – real name Earl Simmons – was hospitalized on April 2 after suffering a heart attack that sources say was caused by an overdose.

He remained in a vegetative state in a coma. However, reports say his organs began failing and he ultimately did not make it.

A growing list of notable names have joined millions across the globe in paying tribute to the Hip-Hop titan.

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Naya Rivera may be gone, but she is far from forgotten.

On March 8, the cast of ‘Glee’ came together to honor the late actress at the GLAAD Media Awards. The performance was introduced by Demi Lovato and honored the 10-year anniversary of her character Santana‘s coming out.

The special performance included several famous faces, including: Jane Lynch, Amber Riley, Darren Chris, Heather Morris, and others.

Rivera’s mother, Yolanda Previtire wasn’t able to join in on the tribute, but she did share a message:

“Naya would be honored to receive this recognition. When Naya was told that Santana would be a lesbian she called me to let me know and I asked her how did she feel about that and she said ‘I feel great about it!'”

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Spring is proving itself a controversial season for Claudia Jordan.

Just weeks after the actress/model/TV personality nabbed headlines for being slammed by the soon-to-be-ex-wife of comedian Gary Owens for her alleged involvement in end of their marriage, the 47-year-old is back in the court of public opinion for prematurely addressing the end of someone’s life.

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6 months after ‘Whole Lotta Choppas’ star Sada Baby caused a whole lotta controversy for resurfaced tweets bashing the LGBT community and wishing death on Beyonce (click here to read), he’s back in headlines for more of the same – this time wishing death of chart-topping singer-rapper Lil Nas X.

After Nas slammed the vile comment as ‘f*cked up’ (and his devoted fans rushed to assist), Sada issued an apology for the vile comments.

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TD Jakes Enterprises has teamed with Lifetime to bring not one, but two movies to the women’s network: ‘Lust’ and ‘Envy.’

Part of the channel’s ‘Seven Deadly Sins Story’ franchise, the films – adaptations of the book series of the same names penned by Victoria Christopher Murray – are set to premiere back-to-back weekends.

Toplined by singer-actresses Keri Hilson and Serayah respectively, look inside to see the flicks’ sizzling trailers:

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Discussion about Summer Walker‘s meteoric rise to fame has only been matched (or arguably eclipsed) by the drama surrounding her personal life.

When not making headlines for her tumultuous relationship with producer London on Da Track (including highly publicized beefs with the mothers of his children), the singer-songwriter is bemoaning her alleged mistreatment in the music industry. For example, this time last year the 24-year-old promised she would not ‘making another song after 2020.’

And though she followed the threat 10 months later by teasing the creation of her yet-titled sophomore album, the recent birth of her daughter seemingly has her questioning her future in the business again.

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