The big screen revival of stage-play ‘Dreamgirls’ took the movie and music arena’s by wig-snatching storm in 2006.

A potent potion of power anthems and stellar acting, the film earned the honor of being both a critical and commercial success;. Success rewarded amply during the 2007 award season – with the movie winning Best Motion Picture Musical at the Golden Globes and Jennifer Hudson historically bagging Best Supporting Actress at the 80th Annual Academy Awards a month later.

The night of the latter saw Hudson, along with fellow “Dreamettes” Beyonce and Anika Noni Rose serve up a three-song extravaganza which, much like the movie, is a classic.

Here’s hoping the similarly-themed ‘Sparkle’ (starring Whitney Houston) delivers such goods when it arrives in theatres this August.

Watch below…

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On a talent tip, their skills couldn’t be any further apart-with one having lots of it and the other renowned for her lack of it.

However, perhaps down to the genius of Beyonce‘s husband Jay Z, Rihanna has become one of the world’s most Popular acts- joining Knowles’ to become the only two ‘black’ singers with unmatched notoriety.

Yes, while she is yet to score a #1 LP or match Knowles’ critical feats, the last four years have seen the pair pitted against each other- their sales scrutinized and compared- the ‘mentor/student’ relationship they were alleged to have had thrown into disrepute.

So now we ask:

Is Rihanna Beyonce’s Biggest Rival?

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The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Sheree Whitfield sent (relative) shockwaves through the reality arena when she announced that she’d be departing the show – effective immediately – last month.

Indeed, while much speculated about, few envisaged there being truth to the whispers.

Breaking their silence on the matter, the show’s housing network Bravo told Wet Paint this week:

“We have enjoyed working with Sheree as part of The Real Housewives of Atlanta. We wish her all the best in the future.”

And there, folks, you have it.

In other Sheree news, her much debated ‘Chateau Sheree’ doesn’t appear to by the sticks and twigs Nene Leakes deemed it. Youtube personality Funky Dineva paid quite the comical visit to the property. What he/she saw awaits below…

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The Voice UK continued in spectacular fashion tonight, with the latest episode of the Live Shows.

Check out highlights from the hotly anticipated show on our sister site – That Grape Juice TV.

Click here to watch The Voice UK!

Destiny’s Child star Michelle Williams was snapped posing it up at the Black American Princess School of Charm ~ Inaugural High Tea recently.

Hosted in Williams’ home state of Chicago, the event (which also saw the singer give a speech) was mounted to benefit young girls on the cusp of womanhood.

Peep more pics below…

Stunning!

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That Rita reign just won’t let up. Well, somewhat.

Roc Nation’s newest star Rita Ora continues to shine bright, justiying her immesnse buzz with each new performance. Her latest?  A rousing set for MTV UK. 

Watch the 22 year old serve up 4 reasons why she’s better than touted rival Rihanna after the jump…

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At 42, Jennifer Lopez‘s work ethic shows no signs of slowing.

In between rehearsals for her newly announced Summer tour and her American Idoljudging duties, the mother of two headed out to Mexico where she shot the video for Wisin & Yandel‘s ‘Follow The Leader’ – the finished product of which premiered this week. 

Check out La Lopez in action with her tour mates below…

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With a stint on The Voice UK and her debut album boasting consistent sales in the same country, Jessie J’s stock has never been higher.

So, as to capitalize on the positive press she has been receiving lately, she took to ‘The Graham Norton Show‘ last night, to perform her latest single ‘Laserlight‘.

Get into it below…

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‘Vogue’ vixen Madonna strikes quite the pose on the latest issue of ‘Vanity Fair Italia’.  The magazine, which has seen Madge as its covergirl eight previous times, hit newsstands yesterday.  But, while the promoting her first fragrance ‘Truth Or Dare’, the singer’s latest effort ‘MDNA’ dropped down the charts faster than the ‘Holiday’ hitmaker has shed her clothes in years past, that hasn’t veered the 53-year-old pop queen from pressing forward promoting its accompanying tour.

A tour, mind you, which had already grossed over $200 million in pre-sales in mid-April.  Ka-ching!  Check out the trailer  and more pics from the Vanity Fair set below:

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It’s been a minute and then some since Vivica A. Fox graced the big or small screen. However, should her latest project be green-lit, that’s all set to change later this year. For, the 47 year old is presently shooting a new comedy pilot, christened Mr. Box Office.

With a spot on The CW’s Fall line-up reportedly the goal, the proposed show is led by actor/comedian Bill Bellamy.

More details below…

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Bringing new life to her smash hit ‘R.I.P.’, Rita Ora lovers recently saw the budding diva land “Later with Jools Holland” – her first live television performance.

Now Roc Nation rookie is repping her set with the thumping “Roc the Life”, a performance which saw Miss Ora rock the house like only she can.

Get into the action below:

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As one of Pop’s rising stars, all eyes are on Azealia Banks to see just how well she fares, upon the release of her debut album.

So before she starts breaking a few records of her own, find out what she has to say about 16 time Grammy winner Beyonce and her place in music history below…

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