Oprah Winfrey may have believed recently revealing an untold story about late Pop icon Whitney Houston was well-intended, but the backlash she’s endured since suggests otherwise.

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The BET Awards may only be a few days away, but Jermaine Dupri isn’t mincing his words about why he wants the show’s organizers to curate a special, last-minute tribute for Clive Davis in the wake of news of the legendary music executive’s recent passing.

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The 2026 BET Awards is stacking up to be a cultural takeover.

Following a recent announcement this year’s list of performers will include hitmakers Cardi B, Kehlani, Tems, and Doechii, event organizers have unveiled a second wave of performers and presenters for Culture’s Biggest Night ahead of its launch this weekend.

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Muni Long is opening up about a terrifying medical ordeal that nearly cost her life.

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Roc Nation has scored a legal victory. Specifically, a Texas judge dismissed all lawsuits brought against the company by attorney Tony Buzbee‘s law firm.

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Oprah Winfrey is sharing a previously untold story. Specifically, the media mogul revealed that Whitney Houston once fell off stage during a performance on The Oprah Winfrey Show.

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Dame Dash is calling out Jay-Z…again.

The former music mogul challenged his former business partner to release a proper diss record.

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Olivia Rodrigo is taking things to the next level.

Fresh off the chart-topping success of her latest album ‘You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl in Love,’ the Pop star has officially announced her very first music festival, ‘Daisy Chain Fields.’

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Over two decades after first hitting screens, the beloved ‘Are We They Yet?’ franchise is officially gearing up for a comeback.

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Aaliyah’s legacy continues to shine nearly 25 years after her untimely passing, and – thanks to the 2026 Essence Fest – the iconic late singer will get a long overdue, star-studded tribute in her honor.

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As the critical acclaim continues to roll in for Chloe Bailey and Timbaland‘s June 19-released mixtape ‘Resurrection,’ the dynamic duo are giving fans yet another reason to keep the project on repeat by unveiling the official music video for the song ‘Better Than She Can.’

“This for life, I ain’t lyin’, you ain’t ever quittin’, oh, Lord / I want you tonight / But you got girls, girls blowin’ up your line / Just so you know / I’ll love you better than she can,” she croons over Timbo’s thumping production.

The second song from the set to get the video treatment (following the lead single ‘Talking Dirty‘), look inside to see how Chloe and Tim are keeping music lovers to talking about ‘Resurrection.’

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Mystikal‘s son is speaking out. Specifically, Million Tyler addressed his father’s 20-year prison sentence in an emotional interview with TMZ.

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