Mike Epps

Mike Epps speaks on why the Richard Pryor biopic never happened.&nbsp;
 
During his <a href="https://www.vibe.com/news/entertainment/mike-epps-richard-pryor-wife-biopic-didnt-happen-1234865862/">appearance</a> on the All The Smoke podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, the actor explained what happened. &ldquo;I was gonna play Richard Pryor and I didn&rsquo;t screw his ex-wife and she got mad,&rdquo; he said jokingly.&nbsp;
 
He continued with the joking matter, &ldquo;You&rsquo;re not gonna play Richard, you didn&rsquo;t spank this a**. I said, &lsquo;Nope, I ain&rsquo;t playing Richard Pryor then.&rdquo; He added, &ldquo;She gon&rsquo; sue me for this. &lsquo;You&rsquo;re going to People&rsquo;s Court n***a.&rdquo;
 
The comedian also talked about attending Pryor&rsquo;s funeral in 2005 after he passed away from a heart attack. He recalled being disappointed that Pryor&rsquo;s friends didn&rsquo;t speak at the funeral, mostly the late Paul Mooney.
 
Epps also shared that on the night of the funeral, Pryor&rsquo;s ex-wife said that she believed that he wasn&rsquo;t ready to play her late ex-husband. &ldquo;I told her, &lsquo;Look here, I love Richard Pryor. I love him to death,&rsquo;&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;But my kids don&rsquo;t know who he is. If you&rsquo;re gonna see a Richard Pryor movie with me in it, you&rsquo;re going to see Mike Epps play Richard Pryor.&rdquo;&nbsp;
 
Do you think that Mike Epps should have played Richard Pryor in a biopic?

Mike Epps Says Richard Pryor's Wife Doesn't Want Him To Star In Biopic

Flava Flav

The beloved reality show "Flavor Of Love" might be making a comeback, stirring up feelings of nostalgia among fans. Bunim/Murray Productions, the brains behind the original hit series, is reportedly "in the process" of reviving the show.
 
President of Bunim/Murray, Julie Pizzi, expressed excitement about reimagining "Flavor of Love" for the current era. She mentioned, "We&rsquo;re in the process of working with Flavor Flav to reimagine what Flavor of Love can feel like in this decade, which is very different. The project is really fun, a comedy in the dating space."
 
However, Flavor Flav won't be at the forefront of the new iteration, but he'll play a role in the production. Pizzi indicated, "We have such a deep relationship with Paramount so we will absolutely take it to them first, but we will also shop it around."
 
Former contestant Tiffany &ldquo;New York&rdquo; Pollard hinted at a possible reunion of the "Flavor of Love" cast. She stated, &ldquo;I heard a few rumors going around that they were trying to get a few of the girls together and things like that. But they&rsquo;ve been teasing that for years."
 
"Flavor of Love" originally aired for three seasons on VH1, premiering on Jan. 1, 2006. It followed Flavor Flav's pursuit of love post his breakup with Brigitte Nielsen. Tiffany Pollard, also known as New York, appeared on the first two seasons and later had her own spinoff, "I Love New York."
 
<h2 id="h-flavor-of-love-isn-t-the-only-show-being-considered" class="wp-block-heading">Flavor of Love Isn't the Only Show Being Considered</h2>
 
Julie Pizzi, the President of Bunim/Murray Productions, is making waves in the reality TV landscape. Under her leadership, the company is not only considering rebooting "Flavor of Love" but also exploring new territories.
 
Pizzi's involvement with various reality TV ventures, from "Below Deck" to "The Family Stallone," demonstrates her versatility. She has a keen eye for what works in unscripted content, evident in her collaboration with Lisa Vanderpump for "Vanderpump Villa."
 
"Vanderpump Villa" marks a significant step for both Bunim/Murray and Hulu. Pizzi highlights Lisa Vanderpump's role, describing her as a "master of hospitality" deeply involved in the show's creative process.
 
While Pizzi cherishes nostalgia, as seen in her work on "The Flavor of Love," she's also forward-thinking. She aims to distinguish between the offerings of Bunim/Murray and its sibling company, 51 Minds Entertainment.
 
For Pizzi, the success of reality TV lies in evolution and adaptation. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe work environment for cast and crew, as exemplified by the protocols developed for shows like "Below Deck."
 
Looking ahead, Pizzi hopes to replicate the success of franchises like "The Challenge" with shows like "Buddy Games." With her track record and vision, she's poised to continue shaping the landscape of reality television.
A 'Flavor Of Love' Reboot Without Flavor Flav Might Be in The Works

A 'Flavor Of Love' Reboot Without Flavor Flav Might Be in The Works

Beyoncé & Stevie Wonder

Beyonc&eacute;&rsquo;s latest album, Cowboy Carter, dropped with a splash, and the surprises keep coming. The production and songwriter credits were revealed recently, but Beyonc&eacute; had more to share about the musicians who contributed to the record. At the iHeartRadio Music Awards, where she received the Innovator Award, Beyonc&eacute; disclosed a <a href="https://www.wbls.com/news/beyonce-covers-dolly-partons-jolene-on-cowboy-carter-album/">special collaboration</a>.
 
She announced that Stevie Wonder played harmonica on her cover of Dolly Parton&rsquo;s &ldquo;Jolene,&rdquo; a reimagining of the 1973 classic. Wonder, who presented the award to Beyonc&eacute;, was lauded by the singer for inspiring her. Beyonc&eacute; expressed her admiration, saying, &ldquo;Thank you so much Stevie, I love you. I love you and I honor you. I want to thank you for making a way for all of us.&rdquo;
 
During her acceptance speech, Beyonc&eacute; reflected on the essence of innovation. She emphasized the importance of dreaming big and persevering through challenges.
 
&ldquo;Innovation starts with a dream. But then you have to execute that dream, and that road can be very bumpy,&rdquo; she said. The singer also highlighted the resilience required in the face of criticism, stating, &ldquo;Being an innovator often means being criticized, which often will test your mental strength.&rdquo;
 
<h2 id="h-beyonce-s-artistic-transformations" class="wp-block-heading">Beyonc&eacute;'s Artistic Transformations</h2>
 
The revamped version of &ldquo;Jolene&rdquo; on Cowboy Carter features rewritten lyrics and an altered song structure. Parton&rsquo;s original was a plea to a woman not to take her man, while Beyonc&eacute;&rsquo;s rendition serves as a warning to a suitor eyeing her husband. Despite mixed reviews, the track showcases Beyonc&eacute;&rsquo;s artistic innovation.
 
Acknowledging the pioneers who blazed trails before her, she thanked artists like Rosetta Tharpe, Tracy Chapman, and Prince, among others, for defying labels. She also thanked her husband, Jay-Z, and their children for their support.
 
Act II: Cowboy Carter includes collaborations with Miley Cyrus, Post Malone, Willie Nelson, Shaboozey, and others. The album, which arrived less than two months after the surprise release of its first singles, showcases Beyonc&eacute;&rsquo;s musical versatility and dedication to innovation.

Beyoncé Reveals Stevie Wonder Played Harmonica On Her Cover Of 'Jolene'

R. Kelly

R. Kelly is sharing his thoughts on Diddy&rsquo;s recent sex trafficking allegations.&nbsp;
 
During a recent phone <a href="https://www.theroot.com/now-r-kelly-is-speaking-out-about-diddy-allegations-1851381669">interview</a>, the singer stated that he didn&rsquo;t believe any of the allegations that the music mogul is facing. He also went on to shun the people who have been making fun of the situation.&nbsp;
 
&ldquo;This s**t is crazy. Motherf*****s out here laughing and making comedian jokes and doing all the other s*** on the radio and everything else, but they a** could be next,&rdquo; Kelly said. &ldquo;That&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s so f****d up about it. They so stupid they don&rsquo;t even realize the moves that&rsquo;s going on.&rdquo;&nbsp;
 
He continued, &ldquo;That&rsquo;s why I don&rsquo;t believe none of this s**t. You could tell me about Puffy, you could about anybody in there. You could tell me on the news, the weather, the sky is blue, I&rsquo;m not gonna believe the s**t. &lsquo;Cause I&rsquo;m in it now, and I know what they did.&rdquo;&nbsp;
 
This news comes after we <a href="https://www.wbls.com/news/r-kelly-sues-the-united-states-for-seizing-commissary-money/">recently reported</a> that R. Kelly had filed a lawsuit against the United States for seizing his commissary money. The singer was sued by Heather Williams, the first victim to successfully win her case against him, which awarded her access to his music royalties.&nbsp;
 
How do you feel about R. Kelly speaking on Diddy&rsquo;s situation?&nbsp;