30 years after landing her first Academy Award nomination for bringing the life story of Rock Queen Tina Turner to the big screen in ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?,’ legendary film and television actress Angela Bassett was expected to finally capture her first OSCAR at the event’s 95th annual ceremony Sunday (March 12).

Much to the surprise of viewers at home, she went home empty-handed.

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The stars shine for entertainment’s biggest calendar night – the 95th Annual Grammy Awards! Live from Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, join That Grape Juice‘s peek at the industry’s biggest names just moments after they arrive at the scene.

See and sound off on the Oscars fashion hits and misses below.

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Much like Vibranium, back-to-back success with a prized film franchise is a rarity. And while such a touchdown is a tall task, it’s one Ryan Coogler scored with ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.’

The Marvel blockbuster bulldozed box office records upon its release last November and also made history by veering onto terrain critically that has long eluded superhero movies.

Indeed, Angela Bassett nabbed the studio’s first Oscar action nomination for her powerful portrayal of Queen Ramonda.

All of this was achieved while the cast and crew involved navigated the tragic loss of lead actor Chadwick Boseman.

That Grape Juice caught up with Coogler at the AAFCA Awards 2023, where he opened up about the season of success the film is enjoying, honoring Boseman, Bassett’s strides, and more.

Check out the director’s EXCLUSIVE interview with TGJ’s Shar Jossell above and be sure to let us know…

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August Alsina has amassed a loyal fanbase by way of his catalog of contemporary R&B bops.

Still, that hasn’t stopped the crooner from showcasing his skills by belting tracks from others – namely Beyonce.

In fan-captured footage believed to be from the Fall Back in Love Comedy & Music Jam Tour that Alsina is currently part of, the New Orleans native delivered his own take on Queen Bey’s ‘Flaws & All.’

The showing has surfaced on the heels of the release of Alsina’s new album ‘Myself.’

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Start your engines because season 15 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ is here.

Toasting a major milestone, the latest installment of the Emmy Award-winning series once again sees the groundbreaking drag force lead the search for America’s Next Top Drag Superstar.

Like millions across the globe, we’re already glued to screens and loving the array of characters all vying for glory on the hit competition.

With episode 12 set to air on Friday, check out a sneak peek before it hits screens…

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It may be early in the year, but Kelly Rowland is already booked, busy, and has the holiday season in mind.

For, the multihyphenate force has reteamed with Lifetime for another installment of the festive film franchise ‘Merry Liddle Christmas.’

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For many, Kandi Burruss has long defined the “real” on the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta.’

Indeed, the fan-favorite has amassed a seismic following with her candidness and authenticity.

And while she’s found ample favor with viewers, the multifaceted entrepreneur has come up against vitriol from some of her castmates of late.

Speaking with That Grape Juice at the 2023 Essence Black Women in Hollywood gala, the star revealed that in season 15 of RHOA “they coming for me! Even the new girl.”

This is on the heels of Kenya Moore exclusively sharing with us that the new chapter of the show is “fire” and amid the bitter divorce drama between Drew Sidora and her husband Ralph Pittman.

Kandi’s appearance on the hotly anticipated new installment of Housewives comes as she navigates even more chaos in the captivating Bravo series ‘SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B.’

Check out Kandi’s EXCLUSIVE interview with TGJ’s Shar Jossell above and be sure to let us know…

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Over 16 years into her career, Miley Cyrus rocked and shocked music lovers at the top of the year when her epic comeback single, ‘Flowers,’ was planted in history books for its explosive first-week commercial performance.

Going on to enjoy a 6-week run atop the Billboard Hot 100 (her longest stay at #1 yet), the tune set in motion Miley mania – a state put to its ultimate test by the release of the song’s parent album ‘Endless Summer Vacation.’

Released March 10, the 12-song LP boasts contributions from big names like Brandi Carlile, Sia, Justin Tranter, Mike WiLL Made-It, Kid Harpoon, James Blake, Ian Kirkpatrick, and more.

Look inside to see how the union of their musical superpowers is set to hoist Miley to her biggest numbers in years.

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The drama between Xscape is playing out for all to see in the new series ‘Xscape & SWV: The Queens of R&B.’

Central to the chaos is a deep-seeded rift between sisters Tamika Scott and LaTocha Scott. 

And tense as the feud is, it’s proving compelling viewing – alongside watching Xscape and SWV push through internal and competitive issues to put together a mega-show celebrating their iconic catalogs.

At the Essence Black Women in Hollywood 2023 gala, That Grape Juice caught up with executive producer Mona Scott-Young and Kandi Burruss, who dished on the chaos and more.

Watch their exclusive chat with TGJ’s Shar Jossell above and be sure to let us know…

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The Weeknd‘s ‘Die For You’ remix with Ariana Grande appears to be the gift that keeps on giving.

The 7-year-old sleeper hit was already experiencing a reignited victory lap on the Hot 100 thanks to awakened interest on Tik Tok, but the inclusion of the Pop princess on its official reissue helped it capture the hitlist’s crown this week to historic measure (as we reported here).

What’s more, peruse of other Billboard tallies shows the wins don’t stop there for the Canadian hitmaker (born Abel Tesfaye).

See what we mean inside.

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In news we’re sure you didn’t expect to see, real estate mogul/reality TV personality/politician Donald Trump has been revered known for wearing many wigs hats over his lengthy tenure in the limelight, but even at 76-years-old the twice-impeached former US president is still finding his talents name listed in previously uncharted territory.

Emphasis on ‘chart.’

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After planting ‘Flowers‘ at #1 on the Hot 100 for a whopping six weeks earlier this year (her personal best), Miley Cyrus unleashed its parent album – ‘Endless Summer Vacation‘ – for chart battle on Friday (March 10).

Seemingly poised to follow in the footsteps of ‘Flowers,’ ‘Vacation’ hadn’t even been available for 30 minutes in the United States before it shot to the top of iTunes’ real-time sales charts.

Setting in motion a domino effect of domination across the globe, before the clock struck 11:59 P.M. Friday night Cyrus saw her name printed atop the iTunes sales charts of over three dozen countries while her Apple Music reign extended even farther.

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