Thanks to her blockbuster 2022 album ‘SOS,‘ the long-awaited follow-up to 2017’s ‘CTRL,’ R&B diva SZA (born Solana Rowe) is the name on the lips of many-an-industry critic as they roll out their 2023 year-end lists.

Having already made headlines for being crowned Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop artist of the year as well as runner-up for female artist of the year (second to Taylor Swift), Rowe’s record-breaking last 12 months have also led her to the throne of other top publications like ‘New York Times,’ ‘LA Times,’ and ‘Rolling Stone.’

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Jennifer Lopez has enjoyed a near-three-decade spell in the spotlight and achieved ample success.

And while her status as an Icon is undisputed, the superstar shared a fact that may have flown over the heads of many while collecting a major honor at the ELLE Women in Hollywood 2023 gala last night (December 5).

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Normani fans may be patiently awaiting new music from the star, but it turns out she has more than new tunes in the pipeline for her supporters.

For, it’s been announced that the ‘Wild Side’ hitmaker will be making her big screen debut in the new movie ‘Freaky Tales.’

And it’s set to make its debut at one of the most renowned festivals in the world.

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Start your engines because season 16 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ drives onto screens in January.

The Emmy Award-winning series sees the groundbreaking drag force lead the latest search for America’s Next Top Drag Superstar.

Like millions worldwide, we’ve long been hooked and are eager to see the array of colorful characters all vying for glory on the popular series.

So, what are you waiting for? Head below to meet this season’s Queens.

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Diddy has broken his silence on the mounting sexual assault allegations that have engulfed him in recent weeks.

As widely reported, Cassie made headlines when she filed a jaw-dropping lawsuit against her former love and label head – accusing him of rape and shocking violence.

And while that was “amicably” settled in less than 48 hours, a slew of further sexual assault lawsuits followed. All of which were permitted due to recent amends to New York law.

Today (December 6), a fourth woman came forward claiming Diddy gang-raped her in 2003 when she was just 17.

Now, Diddy – born Sean Combs – is hitting back.

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Diddy‘s legal woes continue to mount.

Because the embattled mogul has been accused of sexual assault by another woman.

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Taylor Swift continues to rack up accolades and the latest sees the Pop force named TIME Magazine‘s Person of the Year.

To celebrate the honor, the megastar poses it up for a stunning spread lensed by Inez & Vinoodh.

More than just fancy snaps, the feature brought with it a deep-diving profile interview with the ‘Cruel Summer’ chart-topper.

During the insightful sit-down, Swift reflects on various corners of her journey – including the contentment she feels at this juncture of her career, preparation for the blockbuster Eras Tour, and stan wars.

On the latter, Swift opened up about her admiration for Beyonce, their friendship dynamic, and how both of them rise above the online duels between stans to embrace their true status – game-changers and innovators.

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Travel columnist “Sonny Kravitz” unexpectedly finds herself on a trip down memory lane and right into the arms of her ex beau in Lifetime’s ‘The Holiday Proposal Plan.’

Starring actress-singer Tatyana Ali as “Sonny,” the forthcoming festive film sees the character forced to team with her former boyfriend (played by Jesse Kove) to help their best friends get engaged. Along the way, the two unintentionally rekindle their own romance just in time for Christmas.

Written and directed by Jake Helgren, ‘Plan’ – one of 12 movies unwrapped for Lifetime’s 2023 ‘It’s A Wonderful Lifetime’ yuletide slate – also stars Jesse Kove, Whitney Able, Geovanni Gopradi, Partrick Faucette, and more.

Ahead of its premiere on December 16, hop inside to see the official trailer.

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Less than three weeks after first introducing her beloved fans (affectionately called #Tamartians) to her latest holiday-flavored release, ‘You Bring the Love,’ GRAMMY-nominated songstress Tamar Braxton has unwrapped its official music video.

A live take on the touching yuletide tune, the new visual sees the R&B diva showcasing her oft-praised vocal stylings over the lush production of ‘We Sound Crazy‘ podcast co-hosts Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony.

“I don’t need presents or sparkling lights / Without the sleigh bells I’ll still be alright / Every December is perfect because / You bring you bring you bring / You bring the love,” she sings on the enchanting number.

Directed by John Dierre, hop inside to see ‘Love.’

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Despite rendering some of Pop music history’s most memorable hits (see: ‘1999,’ ‘When Doves Cry,’ ‘Let’s Go Crazy,’ etc.), an easy standout in Prince‘s prized discography comes courtesy of 1986’s ‘Kiss.‘

The fourth of his five career Hot 100 chart-toppers, the tune – which smooched the summit of the all-genre hitlist for two weeks that year – has seen its commercial impact outweighed only by its enduring critical and cultural significance.

A mainstay on ‘Best Ever’ lists over the years, the Gold-certified smash is featured in the top 20 of Billboard’s ‘500 Greatest Pop Songs of All Time,’ the top 10 of NME’s ‘150 Greatest Singles of All Time‘, and the top 100 of Rolling Stone’s ‘500 Greatest Songs of All Time.’

In a more recent toast to the legacy of ‘Kiss,’ the latter publication rolled out yet another all-time ranking that has the legendary tune towering over the competition.

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Brandy is honoring her promise to release music videos for her critically-acclaimed holiday album, ‘Christmas with Brandy.’

For, the Vocal Bible has unwrapped the video for ‘Christmas Party for Two.

The visual arrives as B-Rocka’s Netflix movie ‘Best. Christmas. Ever’ continues to serve as one of the streamer’s most-watched films of the season.

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Britney Spears‘ father Jamie Spears has been a firm fixture in the headlines in the years since the superstar went public with her fury over her father’s role in presiding over the legal mandate that governed her personal and professional life for 13 years.

Now, it’s Jamie’s health that is making headlines.

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