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Halle Berry has signed on to star in Oprah Winfrey's next television venture, "Their Eyes Were Watching God." Reports say the Oscar-winning actress will play a free-spirited woman whose personal quest for happiness puts her at odds with people in her community. The show is scheduled to début during the 2003-04 season.

Mary J. Blige has joined American Express Blue and VH1 in a venture to support music education in public schools

Aaliyah's first single, "Miss You," from the late singer's greatest hits album is #1 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles and Tracks chart..

Dionne Warwick will receive a special honor at the 17th annual Soul Train Music Awards next month. She'll receive the Quincy Jones award for outstanding career achievements, female
LL. Cool J will receive the male award

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