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Naya Rivera Charged with Domestic Battery After Alleged Altercation with Husband Ryan Dorsey
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Naya Rivera Charged with Domestic Battery After Alleged Altercation with Husband Ryan Dorsey

Naya Rivera Charged with Domestic Battery After Alleged Altercation with Husband Ryan Dorsey

By Melody Chiu · Nov 26, 2017
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Jennifer Hudson Accuses David Otunga of 'Aggressive' Behavior & Claims He Taunted Her with Gun

Jennifer Hudson Accuses David Otunga of 'Aggressive' Behavior & Claims He Taunted Her with Gun

By Melody Chiu · Nov 19, 2017
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Mariah Carey Cancels First Few Christmas Tour Shows Due To Respiratory Infection

Mariah Carey Cancels First Few Christmas Tour Shows Due To Respiratory Infection

By Melody Chiu · Nov 16, 2017
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Surprise! Jason Momoa Marries Lisa Bonet In Intimate Celebration

By Melody Chiu, Natalie Stone · Nov 3, 2017
Michelle Williams Reveals She Was Suicidal At The Height Of Destiny's Child Fame: 'I Wanted Out,' Says The Singer
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Michelle Williams Reveals She Was Suicidal At The Height Of Destiny's Child Fame: 'I Wanted Out,' Says The Singer

Michelle Williams Reveals She Was Suicidal At The Height Of Destiny's Child Fame: 'I Wanted Out,' Says The Singer

By Melody Chiu · Oct 19, 2017
Rapper Nelly Denies That He Sexually Assaulted a Woman While on Tour After Early Morning Arrest
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Rapper Nelly Denies That He Sexually Assaulted a Woman While on Tour After Early Morning Arrest

A spokesman for Nelly says that the woman’s claims are “a completely fabricated allegation.”
By Maria Pasquini, Melody Chiu · Oct 8, 2017
Kanye West Files $10 Million Lawsuit Alleging Insurance Company Doesn't Believe His Mental Breakdown Was Real
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Kanye West Files $10 Million Lawsuit Alleging Insurance Company Doesn't Believe His Mental Breakdown Was Real

Eight months after canceling his Saint Pablo tour and a subsequent hospitalization for exhaustion, Kanye West is going after several insurers of his tour

By Melody Chiu · Aug 2, 2017
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Beyoncé Hits SoulCycle (with JAY-Z!) 6 Weeks After Welcoming Twins: How They're 'Motivating Each Other'

The entertainers have taken several classes at SoulCycle this past week.

By Melody Chiu · Jul 29, 2017
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Married at First Sight's Nate Duhon Is Having 'Second Thoughts' About Staying Married to Sheila Downs

“I’m hoping for the best, but I also understand there’s been a lot that’s been going on, and the whole process is extremely stressful.”
By Melody Chiu · Jul 26, 2017
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Stevie Wonder Marries Tomeeka Robyn Bracy

The singer has found the sunshine of his life!

By Karen Mizoguchi, Melody Chiu · Jul 20, 2017
Mel B Ordered to Pay Ex $40,000 Per Month in Temporary Spousal Support Despite Her Shocking Abuse Claims
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Mel B Ordered to Pay Ex $40,000 Per Month in Temporary Spousal Support Despite Her Shocking Abuse Claims

The singer, 42, filed for divorce in March after nearly 10 years of marriage and asked for joint legal and physical custody of their 5-year-old daughter, Madison.

By Melody Chiu · Jul 15, 2017
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Inside Serena Williams' Bridal Shower Weekend Extravaganza: 'It Was Really Magical'

The shower was full of nothing but love for the expectant bride-to-be!

By Melody Chiu · May 11, 2017
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Janet Jackson 'Wants To Get Back On Stage' Post-Divorce: Source

The new mother, singer and actress is ready to start performing again despite her divorce from Wissam Al Mana.
By Melody Chiu · Apr 27, 2017
Janet Jackson 'Really Trusts' Ex Wissam Al Mana: 'There Is No Fighting' After Split, Says Source
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Janet Jackson 'Really Trusts' Ex Wissam Al Mana: 'There Is No Fighting' After Split, Says Source

The singer and her estranged ex are trying to make it work for the sake of their son.

By Melody Chiu · Apr 27, 2017
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Countdown To Twins: How Beyoncé And Jay Z Are Prepping For Their Babies In L.A.

This is how the multi-million dollar couple are getting ready for their two bundles of joy. 

By Melody Chiu · Apr 26, 2017
Naturi Naughton Expecting First Child
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Naturi Naughton Expecting First Child

It’s going to be a busy — but sweet — summer for Naturi Naughton: the Power actress is due with her first child in July.

By Melody Chiu · Mar 22, 2017
How Motherhood Changed Beyoncé's Life And Everything She's Said About Wanting More Kids
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How Motherhood Changed Beyoncé's Life And Everything She's Said About Wanting More Kids

In true Beyoncé fashion, the superstar delivered her fans the ultimate surprise via her Instagram account on Wednesday by announcing she’s pregnant — with twins!

By Melody Chiu · Feb 2, 2017
Robin Thicke Has Only Seen Son Once Since Judge Granted Paula Patton Temporary Sole Custody: Source
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Robin Thicke Has Only Seen Son Once Since Judge Granted Paula Patton Temporary Sole Custody: Source

After losing temporary sole custody to ex Paula Patton, Robin Thicke spent time with his son Julian on Friday, two sources tell PEOPLE.

By Jeff Nelson, Melody Chiu · Jan 31, 2017
Paula Patton Accuses Robin Thicke of Abusively Spanking Their Son, Judge Denies Her Request to Limit Custody
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Paula Patton Accuses Robin Thicke of Abusively Spanking Their Son, Judge Denies Her Request to Limit Custody

Patton accused her ex-husband of physical abuse.
By Melody Chiu · Jan 13, 2017

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