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Two big names are coming together to work on a brand-new show for FOX. Queen Latifah and 'Empire' creator Lee Daniels are putting together a musical series that is set to star Queen alongside three new faces, who were chosen after open auditions: Jude Demorest ('Dallas'), Ryan Destiny ('Low Winter Sun') and Brittany O'Grady ('The Messengers'). The show will be co-created and co-written by Tom Donaghy and directed by Daniels. -
Nicki Minaj Delivers Inspirational Speech at VH1’s Big in 2015 [WATCH VIDEO]
In an introduction to VH1 Big in 2015 award for Queen Latifah's enormous contribution to hip-hop, and music in general, Nicki Minaj made an inspirational and rousing speech. She said, "I've never met a woman that I couldn't relate to, ever. I hope that if I could inspire a woman to do anything it's to never take no for an answer. No matter what field you're in, go after your biggest dream." -
Stream NBC's 'The Wiz Live!' Online: Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige, Ne-Yo & More [WATCH]
The night has finally arrived! NBC will air a live broadcast of The Wiz Live! featuring a star-studded cast on Thursday (Dec. 3) at 8 p.m. ET. Are you ready to see musicians like Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige, Ne-Yo and newcomer Shanice Williams like you've never seen them before? If you're unable to ease on down in front of a TV to watch the three-hour special, don't worry. We have a way for you to stream the show online. -
Beyonce May Join Mary J Blige, Queen Latifah in NBC's 'The Wiz'
NBC's live production of The Wiz could get a huge star added to the bill. Days after Mary J. Blige and Queen Latifah were confirmed for the cast, today (July 30), rumors hit hard that none other than Beyoncé could be taking on one of the play's big roles. -
Jamie Foxx, Josh Groban, Idina Menzel and More: Ranking 2015's National Anthems at Sporting Events
We had a realization while watching the Floyd Mayweather/Manny Pacquiao fight last night: Amid all the spectacle at the "fight of the century," the rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" turned in by Jamie Foxx was somewhat a spectacle unto itself. In fact, our national anthem can easily be converted into an overwrought piece of showmanship when handled awkwardly, and nowhere is it handled more awkwardly than at major sporting events. We decided to look at seven versions of the national anthem—from Josh Groban to Queen Latifah—from seven of the largest sporting events so far during 2015 and rank them for both talent and sincerity. -
HBO Film 'BESSIE' Starring Queen Latifah To Debut May 16 [See Photos Of Cast]
As previously reported, Queen Latifah will star in HBO's upcoming new film BESSIE, which is now officially set to debut Saturday, May 16 at 8 p.m. EST on HBO, according to a press release. -
No Offense to LL Cool J, but 5 Other Options for Grammy Hosting: Beyoncé, Steven Colbert, Blake Shelton and More
Today the Recording Academy confirmed that LL Cool J will be the host at The Grammys when they go down on February 8. It was hardly a surprise to anyone who's paid attention in recent years: The emcee has hosted the event every year since 2012. That said, it's tough to blame the Academy and CBS for not wanting to shake things up: Although the performer will have now hosted 10 times, the recent results don't lie. The previous three years have featured, respectively, the no. 1, 3, and 2 highest viewerships since the '80s (the 2012 edition got a boost from those tuning in after Whitney Houston's death). -
Queen Latifah Announces New Role as Blues Singer Bessie Smith in HBO Film
Queen Latifah has had her fair share of time on the small and silver screen alike, and has recently announced that she will be playing a new role in a musical biopic. Queen Latifah will be playing the role of blues singer Bessie Smith in an upcoming film for HBO. -
Queen Latifah's Response to Her Show Being Cancelled; Program Will End In Spring 2015
The Will Smith-produced project went on the air in September 2013, but the plug was pulled this week thanks to iffy ratings. Queen Latifah, aka Dana Owens, posted a letter to herself on Facebook that shared her thoughts about the show's run. -
Queen Latifah To Host Nobel Peace Prize Concert Honoring Winners Kailash Satyarthi and Malala Yousafzai
Queen Latifah has been announced as the host for the annual Nobel Peace Prize Concert, which will be held Dec. 11 in Oslo, Norway. The concert honors Kailash and Malala Yousafzai, who were chosen by the Norweigian Nobel Committee for "their struggle against the oppression of children and young people, and for the right of all children to education," Billboard reports. -
Denzel Washington Does A Killer Jay Z Impersonation [WATCH]
Denzel Washington stopped by "The Queen Latifah Show" this week for a music-centric conversation. -
American with Talent: Jackie Evancho's Third Studio Album 'Awakening' on Sony Imprint Portrait
Perhaps one of the most talked about youths in the country, Jackie Evancho has been on a steep rise after her debut with America's Got Talent when she was just a 10-year-old. Now, she plans to release her third studio album, Awakening, on September 23. -
VIDEO: Renée Fleming Brings Down the 2014 Super Bowl House, Announces Juilliard Seminar
And Fleming won't stop there. To contend for Classicalite's "Busiest Opera Singer of the Year" award, she will hold a two-hour master class at her alma mater, the Juilliard School, on February 13.
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