A former NFL linebacker incited backlash over the weekend after weighing in on the authenticity of the marriage of Russell Wilson and Ciara.

Channing Crowder, now a host on the ‘Pivot Podcast,’ waxed honest about his thoughts on the power couple (just three months shy of their sixth wedding anniversary) – taking to a recent episode of the platform to discuss Ciara’s dating history.

Needless to say, his statements – which included suggestions Cici only married Russell for his money – didn’t sit well with the diva’s supporters and fans (affectionately called the #CSquad).

Look inside to see the hoopla that erupted as Crowder’s comments began making their rounds on the net.

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When the credits rolled on the Oscars 2022, attention immediately turned to the afterparties.

And, as is customary, the Vanity Fair Oscar Afterparty was one of the hottest spots.

Held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, the star-studded event magnetized some of Hollywood’s most notable names.

After an eventful evening, Will Smith took center stage with his family – wife Jada Pinkett Smith, sons Jaden and Trey, and daughter Willow.

Also in attendance were Kelly Rowland, Ciara, Russell Wilson, Zendaya, Megan Thee Stallion, Normani, Gabrielle Union, Tiffany Haddish, Tyler Perry, Rita Ora, Janelle Monae, Serena Williams, Michael B. Jordan, and more.

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The star-studded revival of ‘The Color Purple’ is shining even brighter. Because Ciara has on-boarded the stellar cast.

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For many, Ciara and Russell Wilson have it all. Love, success, and a beautiful family.

However, it would appear the NFL star has one more wish.

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Ciara is hot on the promotional trail for ‘Why Not You?’ – her new children’s book with husband Russell Wilson.

And while the star has made no secret of her growing passions, she’s still got music on the mind.

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Ciara and Russell Wilson have long been couple goals and recent times have seen the pair aptly team up to achieve goals together.

Indeed, they’ve launched a fashion brand The House LR&C, as well as various fragrances and philanthropical missions.

The latest venture for The Wilsons is a children’s book titled ‘Why Not You?’

Hitting the promo trail for the release, CiCi and Russell stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live to dish on the book, naming their baby son Win, being competitive with each other, Russell spending $1 million a year on his body, and much more.

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With new music said to be around the corner, Normani returned to the spotlight for a special sit-down with friend Hailey Bieber.

Appearing on her YouTube series, ‘Who’s In My Bathroom,’ the ‘Wild Side’ singer opened up in earnest while the pair enjoyed crab legs.

During the candid conversation, the 25-year-old opened up about her career journey, hiding in a group, the original plans she had for her Cardi B collaboration, being inspired by the likes of Janet Jackson, Ciara, Beyonce, and a whole lot more.

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Ciara has paired up with Meta – the tech giant behind Facebook and Instagram – to pour into businesses owned by Black women.

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With previous stints anchoring the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and other industry events over the last few years, it’s been proven more than once that nobody hosts a party like ‘Body Party’ beauty Ciara!

That’s why the GRAMMY winner, who kicked off the year announcing she was hard at work on her own new music, has been tapped to host the 2022 Billboard Women in Music Awards.

The live ceremony, to be held at Hollywood Park’s YouTube Theatre in Los Angeles in March, will continue Billboard’s tradition of celebrating and honoring female music business legends, female rising artists, and a number of female mover and shakers in front of and behind the scenes.

Look inside to see the big names who will be taking home the show’s coveted trophies this year.

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Ciara and Russell Wilson are leveling up their business game together

The singer and the NFL star have been accelerating full speed with a variety of ventures including the launch of umbrella company House of LR&C, Wilson’s Good Man Brand, and CiCi’s LITA clothing line.

Now, the power couple has unveiled their latest fragrance – The Harmony Duo.

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Normani was a special guest on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which was hosted by her friend and inspiration Ciara.

Chopping it up with CiCi, the rising solo star opened up about the chart-topping success of her single ‘Wild Side,’ turning up in Itay during Fashion Week, being a perfectionist, and her show-stopping performance at the MTV Video Music Awards. 

Normani also offered an update on her long-awaited debut album, which she confirmed is “almost done.”

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Ciara may have spent most of 2021 leveling up business and philanthropic ventures including Ten to One Rum, the R&C fragrance line (R&C), new fashion line LITA, and much more, but now the GRAMMY winner is ready to make moves back to her original claim to fame – music.

Evidence of this came during a recent interview where the singer-actress dished on what her fans – affectionately called the #CSquad – can expect from her forthcoming fifth hosting gig at ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin Eve’ with Ryan Seacrest.

Before Cici hits TV screens to countdown to the new year, she’s teased the countdown to her new music can begin NOW.  Hear it from her inside:

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