R&B legend Charlie Wilson is embarking on the “Uncle Charlie’s R&B Cookout” Tour this summer, featuring a star-studded lineup including Babyface, K-Ci Hailey, and El DeBarge. The tour will kick off on August 27 in Los Angeles and promises a night of timeless hits and feel-good vibes. With a catalog of chart-topping classics, the lineup…… MORE
SZA has launched her own beauty brand called Not Beauty, debuting with three shades of lip gloss. The singer has been teasing the product at recent appearances and explained that she wanted to create something that works for her and uses high-quality ingredients. The brand’s name, Not, represents a reminder to be authentic and not…… MORE
Jazmine Sullivan recently expressed gratitude for the love and support she received on her birthday, despite navigating grief from the loss of her mother to cancer in 2023 and a recent miscarriage. The singer shared her emotional journey with fans, revealing the pain of missing her mother and the son she never got to meet.…… MORE
The 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture lineup has been announced, featuring artists such as GloRilla, Summer Walker, Muni Long, Maxwell, and Boyz II Men. The event, presented by Coca-Cola, will take place in New Orleans from July 4-6. Other performers include Davido, Nas, The Isley Brothers, Donell Jones, Buju Banton, and Master P. Grammy-winning songwriter/producer…… MORE
Janet Jackson and her estranged husband, Wissam Al Mana, are embroiled in a bitter divorce and custody battle over their son. Recent tensions led Jackson to call police for a welfare check on her son while he was with Al Mana in Malibu. Allegations of abusive behavior and control have been made by both parties,…… MORE
Alicia Keys is standing by her claim that she has never argued with her husband Swizz Beatz in their 15 years of marriage, despite facing criticism. In a recent interview outside the Empire State Building in NYC, Alicia expressed confusion over the negativity surrounding her statement and emphasized the strength of her relationship with Swizz.…… MORE
Twenty years ago, John Legend was a struggling musician trying to secure a record deal, despite having already appeared on a major-label album. It wasn’t until Kanye West’s success that record execs took notice of Legend’s blend of gospel and R&B, leading to the release of his debut album “Get Lifted” in 2004. The album…… MORE
Kenya Moore was suspended indefinitely from the Real Housewives of Atlanta after sharing explicit photos of Brittany Eady without her consent. Moore claimed Eady threatened her with a gun, but Bravo denied these claims. In an episode that led to Moore’s firing, Moore publicly shamed Eady at an event, showing posters of Eady’s face and…… MORE
The MTV Video Music Awards will be broadcast on CBS for the first time this year, airing live on Sunday, Sept. 7 from the UBS Arena near New York City. Fans can also watch on MTV and stream on Paramount+. CBS, known for hosting major award shows, will expand its lineup with the VMAs. Taylor…… MORE
The Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ may be split into two films, with the current cut approaching four hours. The film, starring Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop, wrapped filming in May 2024 with a $155 million budget. Director Antoine Fuqua and Lionsgate executives are considering the split to avoid cutting parts of Jackson’s story.…… MORE
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