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ANCHOR: Here's your Friday entertainment brief. Brandy is speaking out after a concert with Monica in Chicago ended abruptly, leaving fans confused. This comes as Monica reveals she faced potential vocal cord paralysis just weeks before the tour.

ANCHOR: In other news, Taylor Swift's new album is facing backlash, with stars like Gabrielle Union joining claims of anti-Blackness over some of the lyrics. And Snoop Dogg is praising same-sex parenting after his own past criticism of LGBTQ+ representation in movies.

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ANCHOR: In other headlines, Tyler, The Creator is under fire after old anti-Black social media posts resurfaced. Rapper Sauce Walka has pleaded guilty to evading police. And French Montana is facing a new lawsuit, this time for alleged watch theft, though he recently evaded a separate sampling lawsuit.

ANCHOR: Meanwhile, singer Brian McKnight is celebrating his ex-wife's absence from a recent court appearance. And in some happy news, Ja Rule has announced he's a grandfather! That's your entertainment update.

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ANCHOR: In new music news, Mass Appeal has announced a slate of exciting projects, including a posthumous album from the legendary Big L. Hip-hop fans are also celebrating as Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's son, Egypt, turns 15.

ANCHOR: In other news, the iconic Debbie Allen has been honored with her own Barbie doll. And R&B singer Mario has apologized to a cameraman after telling him to leave the stage during a recent performance. That’s your look at the headlines.

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