On Friday (August 28), an official representative for ‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman announced he had died after a 4-year battle with colon cancer (as we reported here).

Sending shockwaves across the industry, his fans rushed to social media to extend their condolences.  Among the late 43-year-old’s admirers and supporters were celebrities – some of whom shared screen time with the highly revered, award-winning actor.

Look below to see statements from the likes of Halle Berry, Mariah Carey, John Boyega, Angela Bassett, Oprah Winfrey, Kerry Washington, Russell & Ciara Wilson, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Hart, LeBron James, Viola Davis, Chris Hemsworth, Gabrielle Union, Don Cheadle, Chris Evans, Chris Pratt, and many more.

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With his ‘Black on Purpose’ project coming soon (featuring the likes of Nas, Jennifer Hudson, Cee Lo Green, Anthony Hamilton, and more), Salaam Remi continues to shine light on the socially conscious effort of racial equality by lifting another single in its support.

This time putting the spotlight on Black love, the GRAMMY-nominated songwriter-producer taps famed DJ D-Nice and R&B soulstress Teedra Moses to assist.

Just in time for summer, tuck inside and get your 2-step on with the trio’s catchy “Black Love”:

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Welcome to the latest TGJ Roundtable!

Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.

Now, we give you a front row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, David, Rashad, and Joe – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…

2020 BET Awards

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The BET Awards 2020 provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the “virtual stage.”

Now, after blazing performances from the likes of DaBaby, Jennifer Hudson, Megan Thee Stallion, and more (click here to watch), see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

The full winner’s list awaits inside:

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Beyonce has long used her platform to champion causes for social change and will be honored for her efforts at this Sunday’s 20th annual BET Awards.

Full story below…

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Just three months after raising $128 million for the fight against COVID-19 with the Lady Gaga-curated ‘One World:  Together at Home’ special (click here to read more), Global Citizen is looking for a redo by assembling even more of music’s biggest names to come together for the cause.

This time placing focus on communities that are disproportionately impacted by the pandemic (namely people of color, people facing discrimination, and the less fortunate), the event – titled ‘Global Goal:  Unite for Our Future – the Concert’ – comes as a partnership with the European Commission and will be globally televised and digitally streamed.

Set to air June 27, look inside to check out some of the big names you can expect to see at the Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson-hosted affair:

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After unexpectedly announcing her departure from the panel of ‘The Real’ (as we reported here), comedienne-actress Amanda Seales is moving on to the next one as she’s been named as this year’s hostess for the BET Awards.

More inside:

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As we reported here, Memorial Day 2020 was the original slated premiere date for National Geographic’s ‘Genius: Aretha’ – a four-night miniseries dedicated to the life and times of Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin.

Designed to “explore Franklin’s musical genius, incomparable career, and the immeasurable impact and lasting influence she has had on music and culture around the world,” the anthology installment was set to be the first-ever authorized limited series about the musical monarch.

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, however, the network’s announced a change of plans.

Aretha fans who were looking to catch the made-for-TV flick on their screens tonight (May 25) will have to wait just a little longer:

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Tank has been a fixture in front of and behind the R&B scenes for over 20 years.

When not flexing his penmanship for some of the genre’s most prized acts including Kelly Rowland, Fantasia, Chris Brown, Keith Sweat, Tyrese, Jennifer Hudson, Keyshia Cole, and many more, he’s penned and performed his own treasure chest of Platinum and Gold-certified gems including ‘When We,’ ‘Please Don’t Go,’ and more across 9 studio albums and other musical projects.

That Grape Juice recently sat down with the GRAMMY nominee to discuss his storied career, latest effort (the ‘While You Wait’ EP), venturing into stand-up comedy, the possibility of reuniting with R&B super group TGT (alongside Tyrese and Ginuwine), and so much more.

Hop inside to read our session:

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As we reported here last week, Disney is breathing new life into its classic animated feature ‘Hercules.’

Having strong-armed the box office competition upon its 1997 release (to the tune of over $252 million grossed world wide), there are undoubtedly great expectations for its soon-to-come live action remake.

And, while the re-adaptation’s official cast has yet to be announced, fans of the original have already begun throwing in the names of modern day favorites to fill the shoes of the main hero and other memorable characters from the film.

With a focal part of ‘Herc’s story being the narration by the Gospel-flavored Muses, That Grape Juice has assembled the top 10 ladies we at least want to be part of the conversation when Disney considers who should don their iconic white gowns.

See our list inside and sound off:

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Gregory McMichael and his son Travis (of Brunswick, Georgia) are at the center of national outrage after they killed Ahmaud Arbery – a 25-year-old Black man – after a racially motivated confrontation.

Despite the incident occurring over two months ago, the father-son duo remained unaffected until their arrests on May 7 (as we reported here) led to charges of murder and aggravated assault.

As the Georgia Bureau of Investigations has announced intent to investigate the man responsible for filming the incident as well, the general public – including celebrities – continue to use their voices to shed light on the crime.

In addition to Beyoncé, LeBron James, Chris Brown, Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, and Justin Bieber, look below to see who has spoken out:

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Not even two weeks after ABC’s ‘Disney Family Singalong’ assembled Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Christina Aguilera, and more of the biggest names in music and entertainment to rock TV ratings (as we reported here), the network is readying a redo.

Titled ‘Disney Family Singalong II,’ the TV special will corral even more big names to put their special twists on Disney classics.

Details inside:

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