‘Pinocchio’ comes alive anew for a fresh adventure on Disney+.

Debuting next month Disney+ Day, the live-action incarnation of the classic tale promises to put a fresh spin on the much-loved narrative – which tells the story of the wooden puppet who embarks on a thrilling adventure to become a real boy.

Tom Hanks stars as wood maker Geppetto and Cynthia Erivo is also in the mix as the Blue Fairy.

Other notable names on board include Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Keegan-Michael Key, Lorraine Bracco, and Luke Evans.

Ahead of its premiere, check out the freshly unwrapped trailer for ‘Pinocchio’ (directed by Robert Zemeckis) below…

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Nicki Minaj fans, affectionately called #Barbz, may still be celebrating the arrival of her historic Hot 100 #1 hit ‘Super Freaky Girl’ this week (as we reported here), but there’s one who they shouldn’t expect to join the chorus:  media mogul Jason Lee.

Having made no secret of his disdain for the GRAMMY nominee over the years, that antipathy was reiterated in earnest on the most recent episode of his ‘Gagging with Jason Lee’ podcast (August 23).

Hop inside to hear some of the damning quotes from the 45-year-old that have sent the #Barbz into attack mode.

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DJ Khaled is lining up the musical stars to create the best music.

Case in point, he has gathered some of his famous friends to help him with his upcoming ‘God Did’ album.

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Demi Lovato is no stranger to conquering the charts all across the world.

This time around, it appears as though they will continue their chart domination with their latest album, ‘Holy Fvck.’ 

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Sam Smith is gearing up to release new music and it could be a big collaboration.

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The Diddy-incited debate about the status of R&B rages on, earning weigh-ins from fans and practitioners of the beloved musical genre.

While many argue the format is on life support given its commercial performance of late (in relation to that of Pop, Rock, Rap, and Country), staunch supporters of R&B are clapping back hard at the inference of its failing viability and vitality.

Just days after the genre’s current male leader Chris Brown suggested debaters “shut up” in regard to the topic, veteran act Usher is indirectly saying and same.

What’s more, he’s criticizing his longtime friend Diddy for even starting the conversation.

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It’s been over five years since SZA topped R&B charts with her critically acclaimed debut album ‘CTRL,’ but as music lovers impatiently await its recently completed follow-up they’re clinging tight to her hits of past to tide them over.

Proof of this comes via a slew of new sales certifications announced by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

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As his stint in Sin City continues to collect commercial and critical acclaim, Usher – who recently announced he was extending the jaunt – is inviting fans on the fence about venturing to Vegas to see him in ‘My Way: The Las Vegas Residency’ a peek at how the larger-than-life show comes to be.

Taking to ‘TODAY,’ Ush gave the morning show’s Sheinelle Jones an exclusive behind the scenes look at everything from costumes to makeup, set design, and so much more.  When not showing off all the work that goes into the magic of the production, he discussed the impact the residency is having on his personal life.

“Being able to be here in Las Vegas has given me the opportunity to find that balance,” he said of the residency.  “I’ve got kids that are going to school and babies that are learning to swim, and I want to spend that time.”

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True to his character on the hit series ‘P-Valley,’ actor J. Alphonse Nicholson – who portrays budding rapper “Lil Murda” – doesn’t take kindly to disparaging remarks about his co-star Nicco Annan (who plays the dramedy’s central character “Uncle Clifford”).

Having wrapped its season 2 on August 14, the controversial STARZ’ show remains a talking point for its exploration of taboo topics including religion and sexuality – chiefly as it relates to subjects of interest to the African American LGBTQ+ community.

Among those recently weighing in on its representation of the latter concept was rapper-turned-Web sensation Plies, who not only said the show’s content “traumatized” him but also took a dig at Nicco’s weight.

Look inside to see just how Nicholson replied to Plies (born Algernod Washington) on behalf of Annan.

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Found at #24 this week, Latto‘s breakthrough hit, ‘Big Energy,’ maintains a BIG presence on the Billboard Hot 100 nearly a year after its release date.

But if initial response to her banging collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion is any indication, she may soon see ‘Energy’ joined by the ‘Traumazine’ tune.

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September brings with it the premiere of ‘A Jazzman’s Blues’ on Netflix. 

Helmed by Tyler Perry, the eagerly anticipated movie shares a narrative of forbidden romance.

Anchored by Joshua Boone and Solea Pfeiffer, the story (which is set in the deep South) follows star-crossed lovers Bayou and Leanne and their quest for unbridled love against the tallest odds.

The pair are joined by an ensemble cast that includes Amirah Vann, Austin Scott, Milauna Jemai Jackson, Brent Antonello, Brad Benedict, Kario Marcel, Lana Young, and Ryan Eggold.

Musical contributions come courtesy of award winners such as Terence Blanchard, Aaron Zigman, and Ruth B. The incomparable Debbie Allen is also on-board, taking the choreography lead.

Speaking on the film, Perry said:

“I wrote this 27 years ago, and I finally get to show it to the world. This is my new movie, A Jazzman’s Blues. I can’t wait for you to see it on Netflix on September 23rd. Here’s the trailer. More to come.”

Watch the first-look trailer after the jump…

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Megan Thee Stallion‘s legal battle with her label 1501 Certified Entertainment is now heating up.

For, she is now asking for a large sum of money from them.

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