Dave Chapelle has been at the center of quite the media storm following his Netflix special ‘The Closer.’

As seen by millions, the comedian delivered a polarizing set that saw him muse heavily on transgender people.

The special ignited heated debate about when “freedom of speech” becomes offensive and whether society is being too sensitive.

Tensions escalated the more when a sect of the streamer’s employees staged a walkout in protest.

Now, Chapelle has spoken up and out with a set of words that will no doubt draw a mixed response.

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The popular ‘True to the Game’ film franchise – based on the Teri Woods novel of the same name –  is adding another chapter to its evolving story courtesy of a forthcoming third installment.

Reassembling some of the main cast members from its first edition (Columbus Short, Vivica A. Fox, Erica Peeples, and more), the David Wolfgang-directed part 3 – said to be its ‘most explosive yet’ – calls on a few new faces to fill out its captivating take on street life, street love, and the battle for balance between the concepts.

Ahead of its theatrical premiere on December 3, look inside to see the crime thriller’s gripping trailer.

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Although the promised summer release date of her Saweetie‘s long-awaited debut album, ‘Pretty B*tch Music,’ has come and gone, that hasn’t stopped her growing legion of fans from spinning her previous hits in anticipation of its arrival.

Evidence of this comes courtesy of her enduring, Doja Cat-assisted hit, ‘Best Friend.’  Released in January, the tune clawed its way to a #14 peak just a few months later (becoming her second top 20 hit in the process following 2020’s ‘Tap In’).

As if that personal milestone wasn’t enough to celebrate, the Recording Industry Association of America recently revealed the cut’s etched another for the 28-year-old.

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J Balvin has released a statement after blazing backlash over the video for his new song ‘Perra.’

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Porsha Williams may have announced her exit from the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ but she’ll still be bringing the drama – this by way of her official spin-off show, ‘Porsha’s Family Matters.’

And the first look trailer is here.

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After ample speculation, the official season 14 ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ cast has been confirmed.

Loyalists of the hit Bravo series will note that the show has taken an extended hiatus and is currently off-air during what has annually been its launch frame.

Insiders have claimed that a combination of COVID’s chaos and questionable casting caused a collective dissatisfaction with season 13. As such, all the stops are being pulled to ensure season 14 hits the mark. Especially in the light of the departures of Cynthia Bailey and Porsha Williams. 

Now, with the new cast confirmed, you can be the judge as to whether the right moves were made.

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Katy Perry is getting into the holiday spirit.

The ‘Teenage Dream’ songstress stars in a new holiday advertisement for Gap‘s All Together Now end-of-year campaign.

In the minute-long commercial, Perry wakes up and pulls off her eye mask. From there, she beings to sing the Beatles 1967 classic ‘All You Need Is Love,’ as she gets ready for the day. Other scenes feature Perry running on a treadmill before she then adorns herself in various Gap apparel.

Speaking on the project, Perry said in a statement:

“Reimagining one of the most recognizable and emotional songs of our time with an iconic brand like Gap, having such a special and important message, has been a dream.”

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JoJo is heading out on the road!

Much to the delight of her legions of loyal fans, the vocal supernova has announced a 2022 world tour.

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Tyler, The Creator has lent his talent to many projects this year. His latest one is a collaboration with R&B songstress Snoh Aalegra.

The pair have joined forces for a collaboration called ‘Neon Peach,’ which appeared on Aalegra’s third studio album,  ‘Temporary Highs In The Violet Skies.’

In the newly released clip, Tyler drives around in a child’s toy car and can be spotted on the cover of the classic game, Guess Who. Aalegra rocks a purple in some scenes. In other shots, she can be seen conducting some experiments in a lab get-up.

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Snoop Dogg is in mourning.

The music legend revealed that his mother has sadly passed away.

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Jonathan Majors takes command as cowboy Nat Love in Netflix‘s new Western ‘The Harder They Fall.’

Already drumming up ample awards buzz, the Jeymes Samuel directed flick (which was co-produced by JAY-Z), chronicles Love’s quest to unleash revenge on his nemesis Rufus Buck (Idris Elba) who has been freshly released from prison.

Rallying up his trusted allies, Love quickly learns that Buck has his own clique comprised of “Treacherous” Trudy Smith (Regina King) and Cherokee Bill (LaKeith Stanfield).

And much like his ensemble, they are not to be messed with!

Ahead of the film’s Netflix arrival on November 3, That Grape Juice‘s Lettija Lee caught up with Majors, who opened up about transforming into Love, the film’s stellar cast, Black cowboys, and much more. Check out the interview above.

‘The Harder They Fall’ is screening now in select UK cinemas and launches on Netflix worldwide on November 3

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Adele is back in a big way.

For, the music superstar has just landed yet another #1 single.

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