With ‘Pose’ in the rearview, MJ Rodriguez is strutting ahead with gusto to new horizons.

The star, who made history at the Golden Globes this year with a win for her portrayal of lead Blanca Evangelista in the FX hit, is now juggling her musical endeavors with acting.

Rodriguez recently gave fans a taste with her single ‘Something To Say’ and she tells That Grape Juice to expect more in the form of her debut album.

Speaking with TGJ’s Shar Jossell at the 2022 Essence Black Woman in Hollywood Awards, the 31-year-old spilled on her forthcoming LP and new Apple TV+ show with Maya Rudolph.

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Lil Nas X has his sights set on glory at tonight’s GRAMMY Awards. 

As reported, the Pop provocateur is nominated for multiple honors at this year’s installment of Music’s Biggest Night – which takes place live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Included in his tally are nominations for Record of the Year and Song of the Year for ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name).’

Ahead of the announcement of who’s going home with trophies, Nas has shared a public message about what will happen if he doesn’t win.

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The fallout from Will Smith‘s dramatic Oscar night – which saw him slap Chris Rock – has divided opinion.

Some sects have lambasted the Best Actor winner and called for sanctions, while others have rallied behind the Hollywood titan, reprimanded him with love, and encouraged understanding. Especially in light of him defending his wife Jada Pinkett Smith, who was at the center of a jab by Rock about her bald ‘do (which was caused by alopecia).

The legendary Denzel Washington has stood up as part of the latter.

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It’s finally time to wave goodbye to ‘This Is Us.’ 

Anchored by a stellar cast, which includes the likes of Sterling K. Brown, Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Susan Kelechi Watson, the NBC drama follows the lives – past, present, and future – of The Pearson family.

And during its six years on air, it’s pierced its way into the hearts of millions worldwide.

Blended, complex, and layered, the relatives and their narrative remain as compelling as ever heading into the eagerly anticipated season 6.

With its swansong season already proving, check out a sneak peek of episode 11 below…

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Harry Styles is off to a strong start with his latest single, ‘As It Was.’

For, the former One Direction member is already in the record books less than 48-hours after his most recent release.

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Shawn Mendes has a reason to celebrate.

For, the Canadian singer has now added multiple plaques to his wall thanks to his updated sales.

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Emeli Sandé is getting candid.

For, the ‘Next to Me’ songstress is now opening up about her sexuality and her current relationship status.

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Lee Daniels has publicly apologized to Mo’Nique, further cementing the end of their 13-year feud.

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Only one female rapper in the 63-year history of the Billboard Hot 100 has 65 top 40 hits and her name is Nicki Minaj.

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Months after first making its first appearance, ‘Hrs & Hrs’ – the breakthrough hit of Muni Long – continues its winning streak on the R&B charts (listed at #3 on tally’s refreshed edition).

In an effort to return it to #1 on that Urban hit list, Long’s dedicated hours and hours to the promo trail in the tune’s support.  Most recently spotted at ‘Genius,’ the prized singer-songwriter delivered an emotionally-charged live rendition of the song that’s put her on the map.

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In the words of Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey, “there can be miracles when you believe.”

And even then, few could have foreseen Mo’Nique mending fences with Lee Daniels. Yet, that is exactly what’s happened. Because the pair have joined forces for a new film.

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In breaking news, Will Smith has resigned from the Academy after the slap seen across the world at the Oscars.

As widely reported, the superstar – who took home the Best Actor honor – charged to the stage and slapped  Chris Rock on the live broadcast after the comedian made a joke about wife Jada Pinkett’s appearance. It’s of note that the actress has been vocal about her struggles with alopecia.

Now, amidst a looming investigation carried out by the Academy, Smith has decided to resign of his own volition.

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