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Taraji P. Henson Addresses Mo’Nique’s ‘Empire’ Claim in Retweet

*It was revealed last week that Mo’Nique’s “Precious” director Lee Daniels initially offered her the role of Cookie Lyon on “Empire,” but his plans...

Dr. Roma Benjamin, On A Mission To Teach Our Kids

*Dr. Roma Benjamin says enough is enough! Benjamin is a former principal of Rowland School in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and she is a youth literacy...

‘Focus’ Expected to Smack ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Out of Top Spot

*Will Smith’s con-movie “Focus” opened in the U.S. Thursday pulling $900,000, but estimates have it on track to earn in the $22 million range...

Lee Daniels Describes How Taraji P. Henson Landed Cookie Role

*“The way the ‘Empire’ cast came together was complete serendipity,” admits Lee Daniels, creator and executive producer of the hit series that is setting...

Taraji P. Henson on Cookie’s Outfits: ‘She’s 17 Years Behind the Curve’

*You can’t tell Cookie she ain't fly. And that term "fly" goes right along with the “Empire” character’s dated ensembles, according to the actress who...

Queen Latifah’s ‘Bessie’ to Premiere May 16 on HBO (New Pics)

*HBO has finally set a date for its Bessie Smith biopic starring Queen Latifah. The film, which follows America's "Empress of the Blues" from her beginning...

Richard Pryor’s Widow Rips Bill Cosby: He ‘F**ked Everything That Moved’

*Richard Pryor's widow, Jennifer Lee Pryor, recently let Bill Cosby have it during a new episode of the Alison Rosen is Your New Best...

Kanye West on Kylie Jenner and Tyga: ‘I Think They’re In Love’ (Leaked Audio)

*Kanye West slipped during his interview on Power 105.1's “The Breakfast Club” Friday. After Tyga, 25, went on the same radio show earlier this week...

Sam Pollard on Telling August Wilson’s Story for ‘American Masters’

*The life and work of Tony- and Pulitzer-winning playwright August Wilson will be examined in the next “American Masters” special for PBS, with filmmaker...

Kevin Hart and Eniko Parrish Set Wedding for Summer 2016 (Listen)

*Kevin Hart and his fiancée Eniko Parrish have set a date for walking down the aisle. The happy couple plans on getting hitched next summer in 2016. “We’re probably...

Yvette Nicole Brown: ”The Odd Couple’ Was Like a Gift from God’

*For “Community” fans who think Yvette Nicole Brown left the show because it went from NBC to Yahoo, the actress wants to set the...

‘Empire’s’ Jussie Smollett: ‘We Would Have No Show If It Wasn’t for Taraji’

*Jussie Smollett didn’t see it coming. “The best word to use is just a blessing,” the actor said, describing the breakout success of his FOX...

How 50 Cent Almost Played Ghost in Starz Drama ‘Power’

*Can you see it? Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as drug dealing club owner James "Ghost" St. Patrick in the Starz drama “Power?” It almost happened. Before...

Chaka Khan’s Daughter, Indira, Shares Tips for Breakups; Releases New Song, ‘Lonely’ (Listen)

*Some folks might be able to relate to the feeling of loneliness especially close to Valentine's Day. Chaka Khan's daughter, Indira, released her new...

Cedric the Entertainer Removes Hat to Plug ‘Cedric’s Barber Battle’

*The CW has announced April 10 as the premiere date for “Cedric’s Barber Battle,” a new reality competition series where the country’s best barbers...

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