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Nick Cannon is doubling down on his views on monogamy.The 41-year-old dad of seven,with more on the way this year, appeared in a YouTube Live interview with R&B duo DVSN and sex therapist Dr. Tammy Nelson to discuss the concept of «open monogamy» and the state of romantic relationships in the current age.

Kim Burrell is apologizing after a clip from a recent sermon, in which she insulted churchgoers at one of Brian Carn's Kingdom City Church locations went viral.In the clip, Burrell commented on churchgoers' appearances, financial statuses and praised them for not getting vaccinated against COVID-19 or wearing a face mask. The singer joked about crowd members being «broke» and asked personal questions about their utility bills and living conditions.«Sometimes before we get friends we have to do an interview: How long you been broke? How many times have you changed your name on your light bill? How many of your bills are in your little cousin's name? Do you live in a trailer home or a house?» Burrell said while laughing. «You understand.

Michelle Obama is bringing readers something new to chew on this fall! On Thursday, the former first lady announced the upcoming release of her new book, , during an appearance on . In a video message announcing the book, Michelle shared that the book was inspired by the challenges of the past several years, including the coronavirus pandemic, political turmoil and divide in the country.  «It’s often left me feeling out of balance. I’ve felt vulnerable and yes, at times, I’ve felt afraid,» she said, adding the difficult times prompted her to ask herself and others, «How do we overcome our fears? How can we channel our frustration into something positive? And how do we rekindle that flame that’s inside each of us?»She described the book as a «collection of stories and practices» that have helped her in her own life, adding that conversations with loved ones and with people across the country resulted in her new book. «I think of it as kind of a toolbox, a collection of some of the perspectives and practices I’ve gathered over the years to help keep me centered even during times of high anxiety and stress,» she said.

Beyoncé's highly anticipated seventh studio album,  is almost over! On Wednesday, the «Drunk in Love» singer shared the 16-song tracklist for the upcoming album on her Instagram Story.In the video, which featured a countdown clock until 's July 29 release date, the track titles appear one by one until they are illuminated and sparkling in silver. The album includes songs called «America Has a Problem,» «Alien Superstar,» «Thique» and more.Earlier this month, the first single released off the upcoming album, "Break My Soul," earned Beyoncé a landmark 20th top 10 hit, making her the first woman to earn at least 20 top 10s as a soloist and 10 as a member of a group.  announced the singer's feat on July 5, revealing that she's the third artist to accomplish it, joining Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson. McCartney has earned 23 solo top 10s in addition to 34 with The Beatles. Jackson amassed 30 solo top 10s, along with 11 as a member of the Jackson 5/Jacksons.Following its first full week of tracking, «Break My Soul» surged from its No.

Denzel Washington surprised baseball fans when he took to home plate at Dodgers Stadium to pay tribute to the iconic Jackie Robinson, 75 years after the trailblazing athlete broke baseball's color barrier.On Tuesday, the Academy Award winner donned Robinson's number 42 jersey to kick off the big game by honoring the baseball icon's legacy. «Ebbets Field, Brooklyn, 1947,» Washington began, noting when Robinson broke baseball's color barrier with the then-Brooklyn Dodgers. «When Jackie Robinson stepped onto a Major League Baseball field for the first time, armed with supreme talent and unshakable character and wearing a Dodgers uniform, he changed the game of baseball and so much more.»Washington praised Robinson's activities both on the field and off, saying that he «challenged us to become better versions of ourselves.»«Business leader, family man, activist, Hall of Famer,» thePresidential Medal of Honor recipient continued.

Diddy didn't disappoint fans when he dropped his music video for «Gotta Move On» on Wednesday. The visual for the hit single takes viewers into the world of “Club Love," according to the press release.Diddy enlisted the help of his friends Tiffany Haddish, London on da Track, Joie Chavis, Serayah, KenStarrrz, and his sons, Quincy Brown, Justin and Christian “King” Combs for the music video, which is directed by Teyana “Spike Tey” Taylor.«The visual ushers audiences into the world of 'Club Love' for the first time—a place of visionary fashion, elevated community, black excellence at the highest level, and unabashed and unadulterated sex appeal,» the press release says of the music video.

Rihanna is out and about two months after welcoming her son! On Sunday, the 34-year-old singer was spotted at A$AP Rocky's set during Lollapalooza in Paris, France. Rihanna wore a tracksuit for the outing, wearing dark pants with two white stripes running down the leg. Her jacket was perfectly coordinated and featured green accents.

Whoopi Goldberg is ready to reprise her role as Deloris Van Cartier and her witness protection alter ego, Sister Mary Clarence. ET's Rachel Smith spoke with the 66-year-old actress during the press day on Tuesday, where she gushed about revisiting the character.Goldberg played coy when asked what she could spill about the upcoming film, but did elaborate on how the timing was right. «I've been trying to do this for six years,» she said.

upcoming limited series, , giving a new look at Trevante Rhodes' brilliant transformation into the former heavyweight champion of the world, Mike Tyson.«People just see an animal. They call me a savage. I'm the most vicious, ruthless champion there's ever been.

Jak Knight's cause of death has been revealed. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner's Office tells ET that the comedian, producer and actor died on Thursday, July 14, from a gunshot wound to the head.

Quinta Brunson has transformed into TV royalty. The star and creator is slated to take on the role of Oprah Winfrey in The Roku Channel and director Eric Appel's upcoming biopic, , coming this fall.In newly released stills from the highly anticipated project, the actress' transformation into the daytime talk show icon was revealed for the first time.

Issa Rae’s mother, Delyna Diop, is the reason why the usually reserved entertainer took to social media earlier this year to shut down pregnancy speculation. In since-deleted tweets, the 37-year-old actress-writer halted the internet’s chatter that she and her husband, Louis Diame, were expecting a child, after her mom wondered if she was keeping it a secret from her.

Jordan Peele knows you might get a little confused watching his films the first time, but the Academy Award-winning director says it's all part of the experience. ET's Kevin Frazier spoke with Peele at the premiere of his new thriller, , and asked him if he intentionally makes his films confusing to «mess with folks.»«I like to make a movie that you can watch in a different way,» Peele explains.

Kelly Rowland is still fuming over a recent scandal with . In a video posted to social media over the weekend, a performer in a Rosita costume at Sesame Place Philadelphia appears to blatantly ignore two young Black girls as they reach out for high-fives and hugs just moments after engaging with other white visitors at the park. While some were quick to dismiss the interaction as a misunderstanding, multiple videos of similar incidents involving Black children have also surfaced online. «I'm still upset,» Rowland told ET's Kevin Frazier on Monday at the Los Angeles premiere of, after sharing a video addressing the incident. Rowland reminisced about what a pivotal role the beloved children's program had in her own learning experiences growing up, while slamming 's official mea culpa. «I was livid,» she fumed.

Usher couldn't help but laugh over his meme moment in a recent interview with ET, delivering the now viral line from his Tiny Desk concert once again. «It was just an impromptu moment,» he tells ET's Denny Directo at Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas, where he was celebrating the opening of his newest Sin City residency over the weekend. «I think I've done it a lot onstage and then decided to do it there and it became something new.» Usher took fans on a roll through his expansive, decades-long career of hitmaking over the weekend, kicking off his immersive yet «intimate» residency with back-to-back sold-out shows on Friday and Saturday. «I played in a million and one concerts and arenas and having this amazing venue to not only be intimate with my audience, but then to also try some things that have recently become relevant to me and to the world,» Usher says of the experience, which marks his second foray into the world of Las Vegas residencies. «There's a theatrical aspect to the show.»«It kind of speaks to the aspect of this triple threat… and Las Vegas should celebrate all of them,» he continues. «I went to Las Vegas once and I was like, 'Let me try to be a little more theatrical, let me bring a little bit of Broadway into it.'» Fans can also expect new music from Usher on the horizon, as the hitmaker is gearing up to release his eighth studio album.

Showtime series, , announced that comedians and longtime collaborators are going their separate ways and that the show would be coming to an end after four seasons.«Bodega Hive: The illustrious @desusnice and @THEKIDMERO will be pursuing separate creative endeavors moving forward,» the account for their Showtime series tweeted. #DESUSandMERO will not be returning to SHOWTIME. It's been a good run, fam.«One half of the Desus and Mero duo, Desus Nice, confirmed the news with his own reply, tweeting, „shouts to showtime & shouts to the hive, thanks for being part of the journey.

Kid Cudi is stepping in to headline Rolling Loud Miami after Kanye “Ye” West pulled out of the three-day festival. Rolling Loud made the announcement on Twitter Sunday, sharing that West's departure was due to circumstances «outside» of their control.«Due to circumstances outside of our control, Ye will no longer be performing at Rolling Loud Miami 2022.

Ludacris can't wait for audiences to see . ET's Matt Cohen recently spoke with the creator and star, who teased what fans can expect from the next flick in the franchise, which he's been a part of since in 2013.«Every single movie I am thinking… 'How can we [top this]? How can you top space?' Like, come on, man,» Ludacris admits, before teasing that fans will be «very surprised» by what awaits in . «There's some twists. There's more turns,» he adds.

JAY-Z might not be in the studio right now, but he's not saying he's retired from the music game, either. The 52-year-old sat down with Kevin Hart for the comedian's  series on Peacock, where he addressed those pesky retirement rumors, and how taking his first-ever vacation and becoming a father impacted his approach to his career.Explaining that his future plans are up in the air, the hip-hop mogul said he doesn't know «what happens next.»«I'm not actively making music or making an album or have plans to make an album,» he added. «But I never want to say I'm retired… It's a gift, and who am I to shut it off? It's open to whatever.

buzzy new single, «Grrrls.» Initial reviews of the song were warm and receptive of the track's uplifting lyrics and vibe, but shortly after its release, fans took to social media to call out the singer for her use of the word «sp*z» in the song's opening verse, calling it a derogatory term.«Hold my bag, b***h/ Hold my bag/ Do you see this s**t?/ I’m a sp*z/ I’m about to knock somebody out/ Yo, where my best friend?/ She the only one I know to talk me off the deep end,» Lizzo sang in the original version of the song. host Charlamagne tha God told Lizzo he was «mad» at her for changing the lyrics to suit fans' demands.

Nick Cannon isn't opposed to tying the knot again. On Friday, the 41-year-old TV personality co-hosted ET alongside Nischelle Turner, and revealed if he'd ever get married again.