Monique Samuels is speaking up and out about her split from her husband Chris Samuels.

As reported, it was confirmed in May that the couple – who starred on the ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ and ‘Love & Marriage: D.C.’ – are divorcing after 10 years of marriage.

Now, by way of a candid Q&A with fans on Instagram, Monique has expanded on their present predicament, as well as the circumstances that led to the breakup.

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With the July 7 release of ‘Speak Now (Taylor’s Version),’ global superstar Taylor Swift is halfway through a discography-wide re-recording project that has seen her make history in a groundbreaking stride toward musical ownership after a very public fallout with music mogul Scooter Braun in 2019.

Originally released in 2010, ‘Speak Now‘ – Swift’s third studio album famous for its singles ‘Mine,’ ‘Mean,’ ‘The Story of Us,’ ‘Back to December,’ and more – sees its 2023 revamp decorated with all 16 songs from the original and deluxe versions of the project alongside seven ‘From the Vault’ tracks that were previously unreleased.

Among those vaulted cuts is ‘I Can See You,’ which had its accompanying music video premiered live during the diva’s Kansas City stop on the ‘Eras Tour.’

An action-packed visual, Taylor pulls off a heist of her master recordings with help from famous co-stars Joey King as well as Taylor Lautner and Presley Cash (who both starred in the 2011 music video for ‘Speak Now’ song ‘Mean’).

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Although DaBaby is enjoying the biggest Billboard success he’s had in years with the surprise comeback single, ‘Shake Sumn,’ the embattled emcee is looking to shake up the charts even more by enlisting rising rapstress Sexyy Red for the tune’s official remix.

Released Friday (July 7), the Charlie Heat-produced cut‘s delivery was succeeded by a raunchy music video that sees ‘Power Book 2‘ star Gianni Paola among its notable guest stars.

“I’m tryna pull on her sexy red hair / Snatch of that motherf-cking bonnet / She got that good ghetto p—y that put you to sleep while she run through your motherf-cking pockets,” he raps as he’s surrounded by scantily clad women donning red wigs.

Arriving just a month after the ‘Call Da Fireman‘ hit reached its #69 peak on the Pop charts, look inside to peep the ‘Shake’ revamp to see if it’s got what it takes to push the song to higher Hot 100 heights.

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Coi Leray may have seen her latest LP, the June 23-released ‘COI,’ premiere at her lowest position yet on the Billboard 200 (#102), but that hasn’t stopped the rising rapstress from pushing forward with its promotion.

After blessing fans with the album’s cuts ‘Body,’ ‘Bops,’ ‘Get Loud,‘ and the Hot 100 top 10 hit ‘Players,’ the 26-year-old is hoping fans will press play on the LP’s latest single – ‘Make My Day‘ featuring internationally renown DJ David Guetta.

“We going off on this b-tch like a siren / Tupac baby ’cause you know I’m a rider / and hot like a sauna, man, I’m hot like lava,” she raps on the track also produced by Guetta.

A reunion of sorts for the hitmaking duo who previously enjoyed success with the ‘Players’ remix as well as ‘Baby Don’t Hurt Me,’ hop inside to see the official music video for their latest joint effort.

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Da Brat and her wife Jesseca Harris-Dupart (aka “Judy”) have welcomed a baby boy to their growing family.

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Lil Uzi Vert is taking his new album ‘Pink Tape’ on the road.

For, the eclectic MC has announced the like-titled ‘Pink Tape Tour.’

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Janelle Monae continues to make a splash with her latest studio album ‘The Age of Pleasure.’

For, today (July 7), the music maven premiered the video for ‘Water Slide.’

Monae took the directorial helm of the playful visual alongside Alan Ferguson.

Serving summer, skin, and bountiful helpings of body positivity, the latest offering from Ms. Monae adds to the exciting visual output from the LP thus far – following the similarly-themed clip for ‘Lipstick Lover.’

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Britney Spears has been a firm fixture in the headlines this week after the superstar was shockingly slapped in the face by the security of San Antonio Spurs player  Victor Wembanyama in Las Vegas.

As reported, the performer was attempting to interact with the NBA star when his protective officer struck her.

In the time since, Spears has spoken up – as has Wembanyama – and there were noticeable differences in their accounts of what transpired.

Now, a video of the incident has surfaced which sheds more light on what went down.

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If folk feel season 15 of the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ is delivering the drama, then buckle up for a whole lot more.

A titillating new mid-season trailer has been released and points to an array of twists and turn-ups that promise to bring the action to boiling point.

Per the sneak peek below, the spotlight is turned all the way up on the lead up to the implosion of Drew and Ralph’s marriage, while Kenya’s split from Marc could possibly take an unexpected turn. Elsewherec Marlo’s romance and trademark messiness overflow in earnest, Sanya’s family looks to be expanding, and Sheee’s new love turns sour.

 All this and a whole lot more.

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‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ has officially been canceled after four seasons on HBO. 

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Ice Spice is keen to give Nicki Minaj her flowers.

The rising rapper has achieved success solo but has arguably leveled up most by way of her collaborations with the veteran femcee.

Indeed, just this week the pair earned another top 10 together with ‘Barbie World’ – which itself follows top 5 smash ‘Princess Diana.’

Currently in the UK for the Wireless Festival 2023, Ice Spice stopped by Capital XTRA Breakfast with Robert Bruce and Shayna Marie.

During the visit, the 23-year-old opened up about working with Nicki, her regality, and learning from her.

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Soulful songbird Lizzie Berchie has hatched her brand new single ‘Flaws & All.’

A flavorsome blend of R&B with Gospel influences, the stirring track sonically draws on the rising star’s wide range of influences – from Aretha Franklin to Al Green to the homegrown Joss Stone.

Lyrically, ‘Flaws & All’ toasts the power of love in the face of imperfection and makes no apologies for its celebration of establishing a qualitative connection.

Speaking on the track’s inspiration, the Newham native said…

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