Taylor Swift kicked off Pride month in style, as evidenced by her rocking ‘Wango Tango’ performance yesterday (June 1).

Nabbing headlines for her rainbow-inspired wardrobe, stirring speech in support of the LGBTQ+ community, and later posting a lengthy letter to Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) imploring him to protect LGBTQ rights by voting to support the Equality Act, Swift’s political moves Saturday (June 1) were only outpaced by the speed at which she zoomed through her catalog of hits for the festival’s Los Angeles audience.

Showing off live renditions of ‘I Knew You Were Trouble,’ ‘Shake It Off,’ ‘Delicate,’ and current top 10 single, ‘ME!,’ the 29-year-old reminded concertgoers just how she secured the fest’s coveted headlining slot.

Did you miss any of the action? It all awaits below:

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B2K are back and haven’t missed a step, even if – as of last week – they’re missing a member.

The quad have been rocking US audiences on their sold-out ‘Millennium Tour’ and mark their second wind with a feature spread in the latest issue of Vibe Magazine.

Perhaps even better is how real Omarion, Lil Fizz, Raz-B, and J-Boog kept it when dishing on their regrouping.

Because, while some reunions are presented as being rooted in “kumbaya,” the B2K boys stress theirs in more about timing, their fans, and above all…business.

Peep pics and quotes below…

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Over the course of Madonna‘s illustrious career, the superstar has been a fierce and fervent supporter of the LGBTQ community.

As such, it’s fitting that the Pop queen was presented with the Advocate For Change honor at the 30th annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York tonight.

Head below to see for more on her acceptance speech…

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V Magazine has unleashed the cover for its annual music issue and this instalment features none other than Lizzo.

The rising star – whose new album ‘Cuz I Love You’ is out now – styles and profiles in the fierce in the Nicola Formichetti lensed spread.

Within the feature’s inner pages, singer Sam Smith interviews the Houston native about her journey, body positivity, the LGBTQ community, and much more.

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Jussie Smollett may still be treading on uncertain ground in the wake of the legal fiasco surrounding his alleged attack, but he just received a major endorsement from his ‘Empire’ cast-mates.

As widely reported, the 36-year-old went from victim to suspect after reporting a January beatdown – one he insists was rooted in racism and homophobia.

An outpouring of support turned to question marks when Chicago PD eventually hit the actor with a 16 count indictment, rooted in the belief that he fabricated the entire incident.

Last month saw the case collapse, but word is that Smollett’s future on ‘Empire’ is anything but certain.

Now, on the evening his last episode of the current season airs, a letter of support co-signed by the likes of Taraji P. Henson and Terrance Howard has surfaced.

Addressed to the bosses of the hit show, its impetus is clear – they want Jussie to stay on.

Their words below…

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Last month, Jussie Smollett hit the headlines anew when he the hoax attack case against him collapsed and rendered him a free man.

Still, it hasn’t quelled the flames of debate surrounding the actor’s claim of being targeted in the racist and homophobic beatdown.

The entire episode has cast his future on FOX’s ‘Empire’ into doubt.

Today, the show’s creator Lee Daniels stopped by The Breakfast Club (with rising writer Jordan E. Cooper) and was naturally quizzed on the Smollett and more.

His words await below…

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Since news hit that Britney Spears had entered a mental facility, a fan-led #FreeBritney Movement has been gathered international steam.

See, many of the star’s supporters begun digging into the conservatorship Spears is under; a conservatorship said to be in place to protect her brand, assets, and well-being following her well-documented breakdown in 2007.

With the singer’s dad Jamie in charge, yet reportedly in ailing health, all seems to be unravelling.

First there was the scrapping of Spears’ ‘Domination’ residency in Las Vegas (just weeks before its debut), then individuals in her legal team allegedly begun to resign, the singer checked into rehab, and then the #FreeBritney campaign went global with claims of imprisonment and improper treatment.

Unable to avoid the growing volume attached to the latter, the 37-year-old has spoken up and out.

Her words below…

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As anticipation for ‘Pose’ season two grows, it’s been confirmed that the popular series will be sashaying onto Netflix. 

Details below…

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The tragic murder of Nipsey Hussle sent shockwaves through the music industry and beyond.

As investigators build their case against prime suspect Eric Holder, the rapper’s family, friends, and fans have assembled at the Staples Center in LA to say their final farewells to the MC and community leader.

Billed as a Celebration Of Life, tickets to the ceremony were made available for free online and were snapped up within hours.

After attendees say their goodbyes, the father of two will be interred at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Watch the official live stream below…

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Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx has had enough!

The Chicago prosecutor, who was recently thrust into the spotlight for her roles in the R. Kelly and Jussie Smollett cases respectively, took to the city’s newspaper – the ‘Chicago Tribune’ – to lend an op-ed (opinion editorial) on the scrutiny her office has faced since unexpectedly dropping all charges against the ‘Empire’ star (click here to read more).

Some of the most reported criticism has come from her very own colleagues including chief officials from the Windy City like the police superintendent (Eddie Johnson) and mayor (Rahm Emanuel). In addition to responding to both as well as President Trump‘s announcement of soliciting a review from the FBI and Department of Justice (click here to read that), Foxx lent a detailed explanation about her decision to cease criminal prosecution of the actor/singer and was sure to emphasize that the 36-year-old was never ‘exonerated.’

Read more from her think piece inside:

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Jussie Smollett may have won the battle, but has he won the war?

The ‘Empire’ actor made headlines again this week when the “hoax attack” case against him dramatically collapsed, resulting in the dropping of all 16 federal charges placed on him.

In an emotional press conference, the 36-year-old asserted “I have been truthful and consistent on every level from day one.”

Chicago authorities, however, disagree and seem adamant on bringing him to what they feel is justice.

Details below…

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Donald Trump leads the chorus of incensed critics who cannot believe the charges launched against ‘Empire’ actor Jussie Smollett (as we reported here) and has revealed he wants the Federal Bureau of Investigations to investigate him!

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