Oprah Winfrey says Beyoncé & Rihanna were discussed for 'The Color Purple'

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Ethan Miller/Getty Images When initial conversations took place about superstar talent that might join the cast of The Color Purple, Beyoncé and Rihanna were mentioned.  Oprah Winfrey talked with The Hollywood Reporter about the pressure to ensure a hit film, which resulted in requests to add big names to

'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' star Andre Braugher dies at 61

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Roy Rochlin/Getty Images Emmy-winning actor Andre Braugher, who starred in the hit television series Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Homicide: Life on the Street, has died at 61. Braugher died on Monday after a brief illness his longtime rep,

Capella Grey teases seven-song holiday album

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Johnny Nunez/WireImage Capella Grey might venture into the world of holiday music with the release of a seven-song project.  The “Gyalis” singer teased the album, Nah It’s Brick: A Holiday Vibe, on Instagram by sharing the cover art, which features a stylish snowman dressed

Jodeci announces Las Vegas residency at House of Blues

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Live Nation Jodeci is headed to Las Vegas. The hit R&B group announced their upcoming residency, The Show, The After Party, The Vegas Residency, taking place at the House of Blues Las Vegas next spring.  With five shows slated

Ye previews new album music at star-studded impromptu rave in Miami

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ABC/Randy Holmes Ye is back.  The “Stronger” rapper hosted an album listening party/rave in honor of his upcoming Ty Dolla $ign joint album, Vultures.  Together, the duo operates as ¥$.  The midnight Miami event saw the likes of A-list stars featured on the album. Lil