It’s almost time for the 53rd Annual NAACP Image Awards.

Unveiling its full list of nominations today, the prestigious awards honors actors, actresses, singers, authors, and activists of color, in and out of the entertainment industry.

Jennifer Hudson, Lil Nas X, H.E.R., ‘The Harder They Fall,’ and ‘Insecure’ lead the pack of film, TV, and music nominees.

The Harder They Fall’ and HBO’s “Insecure” each amassed 12 noms in their respective categories, while H.E.R. is the most-nominated musician with six noms to her name.

Elsewhere Netflix leads in the TV and motion picture categories.

Ahead of finding out who will walk away with the coveted trophies when the February 26 show airs live on BET, head below to see the full nominations list:

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Jonathan Majors takes command as cowboy Nat Love in Netflix‘s new Western ‘The Harder They Fall.’

Already drumming up ample awards buzz, the Jeymes Samuel directed flick (which was co-produced by JAY-Z), chronicles Love’s quest to unleash revenge on his nemesis Rufus Buck (Idris Elba) who has been freshly released from prison.

Rallying up his trusted allies, Love quickly learns that Buck has his own clique comprised of “Treacherous” Trudy Smith (Regina King) and Cherokee Bill (LaKeith Stanfield).

And much like his ensemble, they are not to be messed with!

Ahead of the film’s Netflix arrival on November 3, That Grape Juice‘s Lettija Lee caught up with Majors, who opened up about transforming into Love, the film’s stellar cast, Black cowboys, and much more. Check out the interview above.

‘The Harder They Fall’ is screening now in select UK cinemas and launches on Netflix worldwide on November 3

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Netflix‘s star-studded Western ‘The Harder They Fall’ rides on the streamer on November 3.

Directed by Jeymes Samuel, the action-packed film chronicles the narrative of outlaw Nat Love – played by Jonathan Majors.

Upon discovering that his enemy Rufus Buck (Idris Elba) is being released from prison, he rallies up his gang to track Rufus down and seek revenge.

He quickly learns that Rufus has his own allies who play approximately no games either; they include “Treacherous” Trudy Smith (Regina King) and Cherokee Bill (LaKeith Stanfield).

With its release date fast approaching, an extended trailer for the JAY-Z produced film – which also stars the likes of Delroy Lindo, Deon Cole, and Damon Wayans Jr. – has been unleashed.

Check it out below…

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Jesy Nelson has set sail on her solo journey and, nine months after leaving Little Mix, the songbird is gearing up to hatch her debut single ‘Boyz.’

Ahead of the track’s arrival, the 30-year-old sat down for a compelling interview on LIVENow‘s Reign with Josh Smith.

During the candid chat, Nelson opened up about the reasons for her departure from the group, new music, prioritizing self, and much more.

Check out a clip and quotes below…

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R. Kelly‘s racketeering and sex trafficking trial has been underway for just one day and the bombshells are already dropping.

For, the singer’s former tour manager has testified that the singer allegedly impregnated Aaliyah when she was a minor.

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Tiwa Savage has poured out her new EP, ‘Water & Garri.’

And she’s lined up an eclectic list of names to join her – including Brandy, Nas, and Rich King.

The project, which lifts its name from a Nigerian delicacy, follows Savage’s 2020 album ‘Celia.’

Since bursting onto the scene with classics such as ‘Kele Kele’ and ‘Eminado,’ Savage has climbed to international notability and with her latest release adds a flavorsome new chapter to her musical narrative.

What are you waiting for? Taste ‘Water & Garri’ below…

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Yola is getting candid.

Hot on the promotional trail for her new album ‘Stand For Myself,’ the GRAMMY nominee talked with That Grape Juice about the project, working with Brandi Carlile, her role in the upcoming Elvis Presley biopic, and more.

Join us below for her words on these topics and so much more…

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Tiwa Savage has lifted the lid on the tracklist for her incoming EP, ‘Water & Garri.’

And she’s lined up an eclectic list of names to join her – including Brandy and Nas.

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Tiwa Savage will be unwrapping new music this week.

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Tiwa Savage has new music on the way and she’s managed to tap one of her idols Brandy to feature.

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When the clock strikes 12 on September 3, fans of Camila Cabello – affectionately called #Camilizers – will finally get to slip into ‘Cinderella’ exclusively on Amazon.

Boasting a Cabello-led, all-star cast that features the likes of Nicholas Galitzine, Billy Porter, Pierce Brosnan, Idina Menzel, Minnie Driver, and more, anticipation for the Kay Cannon written and directed film is only matched by excitement for the tunes set to line its official soundtrack.

Due to arrive the same day as its parent film, the ‘Cinderella’ soundtrack may be decorated with original songs led by Cabello, Menzel, Porter, and others, but its biggest shine comes courtesy of its odes to divas Madonna, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, En Vogue, and more.

See the full tracklist inside:

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When we last checked in with the best songs of 2020 in December, the world was a drastically different place.

Many music stars shied away from dropping major releases in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Flash-forward six months later and the music world is as bustling as ever.

Now, many genres – specifically Pop – are leaning on their most reliable stars for comfort. To which, they answered the call.

Find out which artist and songs made the cut for the best songs of 2021 so far…

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