Martin Lawrence Responds to Health Concerns, Kevin Costner Reveals Surprise Relationship With Whitney Houston, Ray J’s ‘Club Shay Shay’ Appearance, Don Lemon Address Haters and Other Entertainment News

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Martin Lawrence Finally Addresses Concerns Over His Health, and His Response is Surprising

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As fans continue to theorize over whether or not “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” star Martin Lawrence is in good health or not, the comedian and actor is finally putting the whispers to rest. – Shanelle Genai Read More

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Everyone’s Asking ‘What’s Wrong With Martin Lawrence’s Health After That ‘Bad Boys’ Premiere?’

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As the fourth iteration of the popular ‘Bad Boys’ franchise gears up to hit theaters on Friday, June 7, fans are voicing their concern over one of the film’s stars: Martin Lawrence. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Kevin Costner Finally Reveals His Surprising Relationship With Whitney Houston While Filming ‘The Bodyguard’

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If you’ve seen the popular 1992 film “The Bodyguard,” you’re probably already aware of the amazing onscreen chemistry between costars the late Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Drake Fueling Culture Vulture Accusations, Again, With His New Feature

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The music Drake has released since the end of his historic rap battle with Kendrick Lamar has been questionable at best. First, he was featured on the boisterous Sexyy Redd track, “U My Everything,” where he attempts to turn the #BBLDrizzy beat to his advantage by rapping over it. – Noah A. McGee Read More

The Internet Reacts to Ray J’s Hilarious Club Shay Shay Appearance

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On the latest episode of Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, his latest guest was none other than singer Ray J.

The “One Wish” artist sat down with Sharpe for yet another nearly three-hour-long interview which ran the gamut to everything from his relationship with ex Kim Kardashian, his friendship (or lack thereof) with Floyd Mayweather, his musical career and more. Despite the fact that Ray has had his hand in various things over the years, what often stands in the forefront of his success is the myriad of viral moments he’s spawned from his off the cuff commentary in interviews. And this recent example was no different. – Shanelle Genai Read More

‘The Wire’ Actor Wendell Pierce Has Much To Say About White Apartment Owner Denying His Rental Application in Harlem

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In today’s day and age, it’s not unlikely to hear unfortunate stories about housing discrimination when it comes to Black folks. But it becomes especially egregious when that discrimination happens to well known public figures like The Wire, Elsbeth and Power Book III: Raising Kanan star Wendell Pierce. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Don Lemon Just Majorly Clapped Back Against All the Haters Talking About His Interracial Marriage

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Just in time of Pride Month, former CNN anchor Don Lemon is opening up about the naysayers and negative Nancies who spew ignorance regarding his interracial relationship with his partner Tim Malone. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Oh Lord. Connecticut Town to Pay Family of Child Claiming Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Alright’ Video Caused Distress

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Emotional distress over a music video is a new one, especially when it’s a song that is meant to provide hope and optimism to a group of people who have felt marginalized for years. – Noah A. McGee Read More

Golden Brooks on ‘Power Book II: Ghost’

Golden Brooks talks ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ and working with Pam Grier on ‘Linc’s’. She also talks about what it’s been like being a mother.

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Daniel Francis talks season 3 of ‘Bridgerton’ and shares what kind of acting roles he would like to do next.

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