Halle Berry has long been an open book about most corners of her career and life at large.

And that includes the catastrophic response to and performance of 2004’s ‘Catwoman.’

Berry’s casting marked a historic moment in Hollywood, for it saw her become the first Black woman to lead a major superhero movie.

Additionally, with the role following on from her Oscar win, the flick looked poised to elevate the superstar to even higher heights.

However, an avalanche of bad press, soured sentiment from comic book loyalists, and what many pointed to as a combination of racism and sexism sunk the film. Indeed, there was no major meow at the box office, rather hissing from all corners.

Directed by Pitof, ‘Catwoman’ opened to a little over $16 million at the box office…on a $100 million budget.

Putting on a brave face, Berry surprised the world when she showed up at the Razzies to accept the armful of awards the film had “earned” – including Worst Picture and Worst Actress. She gave a rousing speech hilariously leaning into the melee.

Now, in a reflective piece spotlighting the 20th anniversary of ‘Catwoman’s release and its cult success on streaming services, the actress is waxing candid about her layered take on what transpired and the perseverance that guided her through it.

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Eminem reigns atop the Official UK Album Chart with his latest album ‘The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce).’

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Has American business and finance magazine Forbes written a critical check it can’t cash? R&B enthusiasts sure seem to think so!

The money mag took a break from counting coins to counting down the “25 Greatest R&B Artists of All Time,” a list that saw Queen of NeoSoul Erykah Badu crowned its reigning monarch.

And while expected names like Anita Baker, Sade, Mary J. Blige, Usher, Mariah Carey, and Brandy all made the cut (albeit in arguable positions and mostly below relative newcomer SZA), readers were stunned to see some of music history’s biggest names omitted.

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Does the JT vs. Cardi B drama rage on? Fans of both Rap divas are leaning heavy on “yes.”

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Introducing a statement with “no shade” doesn’t mean it won’t be perceived as such – a consequence self-proclaimed ‘Queen of Da Souf’ Latto is learning royally thanks to response to her recent interview with Billboard.

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Irv Gotti may be making more headlines for personal misses than professional hits over the last few years, but that’s not stopping the music mogul from attempting to clear his name.

Most recently, he learned he was the center of a lawsuit stemming from a Jane Doe who alleges he coerced her into performing sexual acts between 2020 to 2022.

Fed up with the negative press, Gotti clapped back at the accusations by not only denying wrongdoing but even threatening legal action of his own.

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Donald Glover‘s goodbye to his longtime stage moniker Childish Gambino comes as a musical sendoff via the jam-packed album ‘Bando Stone & the New World.’

“It really was just like, ‘Oh, it’s done.’ It’s not fulfilling,” the actor-rapper recently admitted about the alter ego. “And I just felt like I didn’t need to build in this way anymore…I’m not 25 anymore, standing in front of a boulder like, ‘This has to move.'”

Released Friday (July 19), the 17-track affair – which comes as Gambino’s fifth studio effort and shares its name with Glover’s forthcoming film – is led to chart battle by the warmly received singles ‘Lithonia‘ and ‘In the Night.’

His first album in four years, ‘Bando’ boasts guest appearances from Flo Milli, Amaarae, Foushee, Yeat, Legend, and more.

Stream the LP in full inside courtesy of Apple Music and Spotify.

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Katy Perry is wasting no time serving up more from her forthcoming album, ‘143’ (due September 20).

Having warmed up the masses with lead effort ‘Woman’s World,’ the Pop star has shared a snippet of new cut ‘Lifetimes.’

A pulsating dancefloor anthem, the track makes no apologies for its glow-stick agenda.

Could Ms. Perry on to her next hit with the hard-hitting track?

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JT toasts the release of her debut mixtape ‘City Cinderella’ with the release of the ’90s Baby’ music video.

The raunchy cut has been paired with a visual that sees the City Girl star hard at work…while unpacking what she desires from her boo.

JT’s latest offering follows the clips for her viral hit ‘Okay’ and ‘Sideways.’

It also lands as the femcee gears up to set sail on the ‘City Cinderella Tour’ this summer.

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‘Bel-Air’ is back for season 3 on Peacock next month.

The reimagining of ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ has been applauded in earnest since its 2022 debut and it cemented its potency and popularity with its sophomore run.

Executive-produced by Will Smith, the show’s third outing is set in the summer break and promises more dramatic twists and turns as well as unique story elements that test Will (Jabari Banks), Hilary (Coco Jones), and the entire Banks family like never before.

It’s been confirmed that the third installment will feature Joseph Marcell (who starred as Geoffrey in the original show).

With an August 15 premiere set, check out the full trailer for ‘Bel-Air’ season 3 below…

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Missy Elliott is seemingly ready to unleash her long-awaited new album.

Next year marks 20 years since the multihyphenate released her last LP, 2005’s ‘The Cookbook,’ and the decades after have brought much but not a full-length studio effort.

However, in a new interview, Elliott says that’s about to change.

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Ciara brought major hits and major stage presence to the Denver stop of the ‘Out of This World Tour’ with Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, and Timbaland.

Backed by a dynamite dance army, CiCi blazed with the stage with back-to-back bops.

Indeed, her seismic set comprised smashes such as ‘Goodies,’ ‘Level Up,’ and ‘1,2 Step,’ as well as scintillating slow jams like ‘Ride,’ ‘Body Party, and ‘Promise.’

As reported, the performer also debuted new music on the trek.

Peep more highlights from the latest show below…

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