Two of the 90’s most enduring classics – the Kid-N-Play-led ‘House Party’ (1990) and Wesley Snipes’ 1991 action-gangster film, ‘New Jack City’ – are getting the reboot treatment if reports are to be believed.

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Khia‘s feud with the rapper Trina has been giving a fresh pair of arms and legs now that she is at war with her cousin…the aspiring celebrity Bobby Lytes.

In a video which is now the highest trending topic on Twitter, the ‘So Excited’ rapper attacked her new nemesis with the cruel suggestion that his body is deteriorating as a result of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and mocked his attempts to garner publicity for himself by harassing Lil Nas X at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards.

 

Want to see how she responded to Lytes’ disses, jabs and racist slights?

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With a performance roster that includes the likes of Alicia Keys, Backstreet Boys, Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X, French Montana, Green Day, and many more, the iHeartRadio Music Festival is the talk of the weekend for music lovers.

Yet, despite the plethora of heavy hitters on board to deliver blazing live renditions of their signature hits, one name that’s still ringing on attendees lips is none other than Camila Cabello.  The former Fifth Harmony darling dazzled the iHeartRadio festival crowd with a short, but sweet set chock full of high octane choreography and impassioned vocals.  Gliding her heels across the T-Mobile Arena stage to the sounds of her sophomore chart-topper, ‘Señorita’ (sans the song’s co-star Shawn Mendes), Cabello also gave ‘Shameless’ and ‘Liar’ – the two leading singles from her second album, ‘Romance’ – their first live treatment.

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2019 just hasn’t been Kevin Hart‘s year.

As if being ousted as the Academy Awards host for resurfaced homophobic tweets wasn’t enough, the funnyman was later unceremoniously slammed for being insensitive to the LGBTQ community thanks to his commentary surrounding rapper Lil Nas X‘s coming out (click here to read).  The latter backlash ensued while the 40-year-old was recuperating from injuries he sustained from a heavily reported car accident.

Now, with his back, ego, and reputation concurrently in recovery, a woman who the comedian reportedly had an affair with is looking to bruise his pocketbook. Details inside:

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Cardi B‘s colossal career continues to strut from strength to strength.

For, the femcee has just been unveiled as leader of the pack for the 2019 BET Hip-Hop Awards. 

More on the nominations for this year’s instalment of the ceremony below…

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Not even a collection of stage-blazing performances from the likes of Missy Elliott, Lizzo, Lil Nas X, Normani, and Taylor Swift were enough to help the MTV VMAs drum up an increase in viewership. After netting their worst ratings ever with the 2018 showing (click here for details), the hopes were probably a bit higher for the 2019 edition.

Preliminary figures revealed after its first airing offered a bleak outlook, one confirmed by newly furnished final figures that indicate this year’s take on the annual awards show were their lowest in history.

But, it’s not all bad news.  Click below to see what we mean:

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Welcome to the latest TGJ Roundtable!

Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.

Now, we give you a front row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, David, Rashad, and Joe – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…

2019 MTV VMAs 

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The credits are soon to be rolling on the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards.

Aired live from the Prudential Center in Newark, the action-packed extravaganza boasted many-a-memorable moment from blazing stage performances to technical hiccups, shocking on-stage antics, and more.

But, with all eyes on who took home which honor, did your favourite win any of the coveted Moonmen?  Look inside to recap:

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The 2019 MTV Video Music Awards are currently underway at Prudential Center in New Jersey. As ever, That Grape Juice will be providing you with performances as they occur!

Check out showings from Taylor Swift, Lizzo, Normani, Camila Cabello & Shawn Mendes, Lil Nas X, and more below.

Keep refreshing, as we’ll be updating minute-by-minute…

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Who says mixing business and pleasure doesn’t work? Because for Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes, it’s proved to be a potent pairing.

Because, the duo have just snatched the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with ‘Señorita.’

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Young Thug is fed up of the rumors.

Ever one to march to the beat of his own drum, the rapper made headlines the world over when he rocked a dress a-front of his ‘Jeffery’ album.

Despite being in a liberal age of artistic expression, this saw some question his sexual orientation. A discourse which continues to this day.

Looking to control, alt, delete any doubt, he has addressed the matter head on.

His words below…

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It’s official! Normani is heading to the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards.

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