Despite DDG‘s denial of turmoil in his relationship with GRAMMY-nominated singer-actress Halle Bailey, the rapper continues to experience backlash for the report.

Earlier this week Halle’s sister, Sky Bailey, took to Instagram Live to slam the emcee (born Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.) after a cryptic, now-deleted tweet he posted suggested his romance with the ‘Little Mermaid’ actress was done.

In the time since, he’s denied the inference and even called Halle’s fans ‘gullible’ for believing the rumors.

But, just when it seemed the hoopla around the pair’s relationship was cooling, Rubi Rose – DDG’s ex – entered the chat.

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From her beloved fans (affectionately called the #Navy) to her peers and beyond, Rihanna is the name on everyone’s lips as her highly anticipated Super Bowl comeback nears.

And while most are wishing the Bajan beauty the best of luck for the show-stopping spectacle she’s sure to put on, others – like former U.S. president Donald Trump – aren’t exactly counting themselves among the diva’s cheerleaders ahead of the big game Sunday night (February 12).

See what we mean inside.

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Babyface brought his legendary vocal chops to Super Bowl LVII on Sunday (February 12) to take on the historic tune ‘America the Beautiful.’

Ahead of the highly anticipated battle between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, the 12-time GRAMMY winner took center stage at Glendale’s State Farm Stadium and scored a vocal touch down of his own.

Accompanied by a patriotic acoustic guitar, hop inside to see how he fared.

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Before the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles battle for the most prestigious title in football at Super Bowl 57 on Sunday (February 12), the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona was rocked by legendary actress-singer Sheryl Lee Ralph.

The EMMY-winning diva was on hand to deliver a rendition of the Black national anthem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” – and deliver she did!

Look inside to see how she fared.

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Rihanna is strutting full steam to the mainstage at the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show 2023.

With just hours to go before RiRi immortalizes her name on the biggest platform of them all, the Bajan belle has revealed that she studied none other than Beyonce ahead of the gig.

Full story below…

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Harry Styles triumphed at the BRIT Awards 2023, taking home the most honors of the night. The superstar was also sure to gift his fans with a special performance on his big night.

Taking center stage, the 29-year-old wowed with a rousing rendition of his global smash ‘As It Was.’

Styles formed part of a performer bill that included LizzoandSam Smith.

Watch the chart-topper in action after the jump…

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With the February 17 release date of P!nk‘s ninth studio album, ‘Trustfall,’ looming, expect to see much of the diva on the promo trail in the coming days in support of its arrival.

Her latest bid in that vein courtesy of a behind the scenes peek at the filming of the music video for the set’s title track.

Directed by Georgia Hudson, the cinematic clip – which premiered on January 27 – was lifted as the second track from the forthcoming LP to get the visual treatment following the warmly-received ‘Never Gonna Not Dance Again.’

Giving fans a look at how all the aerial action of the video was filmed, hop inside to see P!nk soar like only she can.

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Sam Smith hit the stage at the BRIT Awards 2023 to deliver a theatrical showing of their chart-topping single ‘Unholy.’

The mechanic-themed showing saw Smith joined by collaborator Kim Petras. 

Together, the pair lit up London’s O2 Arena with a spirited rendition of the high-octane track.

Smith and Petas were among several notable names to rock the BRITs and formed part of a lineup that included Lizzo, Stomzy, and the night’s top winner Harry Styles.

Watch after the jump…

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Lizzo took center stage at the BRIT Awards 2023 in London town tonight (February 11).

Backed by a bevy of dancers, the multi-talented performer delivered a hearty helping of hits from her latest studio album ‘Special.’

For, she offered up a medley rendition of the LP’s title track, ‘2 Be Loved,’ and chart-topping smash ‘About Damn Time.’

The showing follows the star’s seismic win at the GRAMMYs 2023, where she made history by winning Record of the Year for ‘About Damn Time.’

Watch Lizzo in action after the jump…

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The BRIT Awards 2023 provided many a notable moment courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage at London’s O2 Arena.

Now, after performances from the likes of Harry Styles, Lizzo, Stormzy, and more, see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies.

Big winners included Styles (who took home 4) and Beyonce (who bagged two honors).

The full winner’s list awaits inside…

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The stars are beginning to file into London’s renowned O2 Arena for the 2023 BRIT Awards. Check out the likes of Sam Smith, Lizzo, Little Mix alum Leigh-Anne Pinnock and more arriving below.

Tidbit: UK’ers be sure to catch the show LIVE tonight on ITV1 from 8:00pm GMT.

As ever, you know to keep it locked to That Grape Juice for your complete BRITs fix.

Before the action stars, see the fashion hits and misses below…

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Sam Smith scored yet another Billboard 200 top 10 hit this week thanks to their latest album, ‘Gloria.’

Released January 27, the 13-track set –  which boasts the history-making ‘Unholy’ among its titles – came as a star-studded affair with names like Kim Petras, Ed Sheeran, Jimmy Napes, Jessie Reyez, Koffee, Ilya, Cirkut, StarGates, and Calvin Harris listed among its contributors.

And though it entered the Billboard 200 race with a bevy of critical acclaim and as a seeming shoo-in for top 10 placement on the Billboard 200, early reports indicated the project would end its inaugural sales week with the lowest first-week sales of Sam’s career to date.

Look inside to see if the prediction came true.

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