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UPDATE: Police Arrest Man Wanted in the Murder of 7-Year-Old Jazmine Barnes
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LeBron James and Ryan Coogler Are Teaming Up For Space Jam 2! ?
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Take a Look at All the Black Models Walking in This Year’s VS Fashion Show
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Jessie Reyez Enlists Kehlani & Normani for “Body Count” Remix
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‘Black-ish’ Creator Kenya Barris Signs $100 Million Dollar Deal With Netflix
Black-ish creator, Kenya Barris has become the latest television producer to secure a huge bag from Netflix. The producer has signed a three-year overall deal with the streaming service that will see …
Drake Finally Drops The Visuals For “In My Feelings”
“Keke, do you love me? Are you riding?!” With the song No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for a third consecutive week, Drake unleashes the highly-anticipated video for his Scorpion smash “In …
Essence Announces Star-Studded Celebrity Lineup for Daytime Entertainment All-Access Experience
Essence brings Hollywood to New Orleans this Fourth of July weekend with its Entertainment All-Access (EAA) experience during the 2018 ESSENCE Festival® Presented by Coca-Cola. Alongside the already s…
Cardi B Donates $8,000 to Family of 15-Year-Old Murder Victim
Cardi B has donated $8,000 to the family of Lesandro (Junior) Guzman-Feliz, the 15-year-old slain on Wednesday (June 20) in the Bronx. The teen was attacked by five members of a local gang, in what ha…
‘Families Belong Together’ Nationwide Protests Will Be Held on June 30
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JAY-Z Is Now President of Puma’s Basketball Operations
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Ming Lee Simmons Is Officially A High School Graduate!
The 18-year-old is the daughter of moguls Kimora Lee Simmons and Russell Simmons, Ming Lee Simmons has officially graduated from high school. On June 11, Ming Lee posted a silhouette of her graduation…
Beyoncé and JAY-Z Drop the Video for Their New Single “Apesh*t”
While On The Run, Beyoncé and Jay-Z surprised the world by announcing their new joint album Everything Is Love live on stage at their London concert. Minutes after making the announcement, The Carters…
Drake Gives Us A ‘Degrassi’ Reunion in “I’m Upset” Music Video
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Jury Awards $4 to Family of Man Killed by Florida Deputy
The family of 30-year-old Gregory Hill, who was shot dead by a US sheriff’s deputy have been awarded $4 in damages following a wrongful death lawsuit. Deputy Christopher Newman killed Gregory Hi…
Chick-fil-A store Owner Raises Minimum Wage to $17 an Hour
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Harvey Weinstein Charged With Rape Following Arrest
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SZA Gets Close With Donald Glover in Her Video For “Garden (Say It Like Dat)”
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Must Watch: The Top 5 Spike Lee-Directed Movies
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A New School Will Be Built in Quincy Jones’ Honor
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Tessa Thompson To Star in ‘Men In Black’ Spinoff
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A Kendrick Lamar Biography Is Now In The Works
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‘Power’ Season 5 Will Premiere July 1 on Starz
Get excited! 50 Cent’s smash hit show Power will return to television for its fifth season on July 1 at 9 p.m. ET. on Starz. The network also announced that the TV show will also be renewed for …
Sean Paul Releases “Mad Love” Music Video With David Guetta & Becky G
International superstar, Grammy Award winner, and much-loved hit maker extraordinaire Sean Paul teamed up with the legendary producer/DJ David Guetta for the release of their brand new spring break an…
Trending on Twitter: The Krusty Krab vs The Chum Bucket Meme Goes Viral
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“Rapture” Trailers With Nas, Dave East & T.I Out Now
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Compton Mayor Aja Brown to Run for Congress Against Stacey Dash
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Rihanna is Reportedly Launching a Lingerie Line
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#SeeHer CBS Launches ‘Female Empowerment’ Program, EYE Speak
CBS is putting new efforts toward helping women within the company grow professionally, with the launch of a new program. The initiative, called EYE Speak, will promote “female empowerment”…
Michael B. Jordan Turns Up the Heat in ‘Fahrenheit 451’ Trailer
HBO has released its first look at “Fahrenheit 451,” starring Michael B. Jordan and Michael Shannon. In the film, based on the Ray Bradbury novel of the same name, Jordan portrays Guy Montag, a “…
Watch the Trailer for Idris Elba’s Directorial Debut ‘Yardie’
Hollywood Actor and Producer Idris Elba has shared the first trailer for his directorial debut Yardie. Based on Victor Headley’s novel by the same name, Yardie tells the story of a Jamaican man …
Roxanne Shante’s Biopic ‘Roxanne, Roxanne’ Is Almost Here
From the producers of Fruitvale Station and Dope comes Netflix’s new biopic detailing the life of hip-hop pioneer Roxanne Shanté. Roxanne, born Lolita Shanté Gooden, was the only lady of Marley …
Solange Named Harvard Foundation Artist of the Year ?
Grammy-winning artist Solange Knowles has been named the 2018 Harvard Foundation Artist of the Year. The annual honoree is selected by the students and faculty of the Harvard Foundation. It is dedicat…
Snoop Dogg To Release Gospel Album “Bible of Love”
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Essence Festival Has Just Announced Its 2018 Lineup!
The 2018 Essence Festival has just announced its first round of performers who will be hitting the stage during the weekend. Taking place July 5-8 in New Orleans, Essence FEST will be headlined by ico…
Serena Williams Will Return to the Competitive Tennis Courts Next Month
Serena Williams is set to return to the competitive tennis courts in early February. This news comes five months after giving birth to daughter Alexis Ohanian Jr. Serena is set to play in the upcoming…
Toys R Us Set to Close Over 180 Stores in the US This Year
The Toys R Us era in America is coming to a near end. Famous American toy retailer Toys “R” Us plans to close 182 stores across the United States. This comes after the company filed for bankruptcy in …
Debra Lee Steps Down As President of BET):
Scott Mills is now the BET Networks President after Debra Lee stepped aside. Debra L. Lee, BET’s president for more than 20 years, handed over the reins as president to Scott M. Mills, who previously …
DJ Khaled is the New Face of Weight Watchers ?
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Sterling K. Brown Becomes First Black Man to Win Best Actor in a Drama Series at Golden Globes
On January 8th at the 75th Golden Globe Awards, Sterling K. Brown made Golden Globes history as the first black man to win Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Drama. Brown was honored…
Essence Is, Once Again, A Fully Black Owned Magazine ?
For the first time in nearly two decades, Essence Magazine is once again a fully black-owned publication. The 48-year-old multiplatform brand that owns Essence magazine and the annual Festival, was so…
Women in Hollywood Announce a New Anti-Harassment Organization
Following the many sexual assault and harassment allegations that came to light in 2017, over 300 women in Hollywood have started an anti-harassment organization. The organization, called TIME’s…
Serena is Back Baby! Williams Makes Her Return To Tennis After Giving Birth and Getting Married
Serena Williams will play her first match since the Australian Open final—and since the birth of her first child four months ago—in Abu Dhabi against French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko. Although sh…
Missy Elliott To Be Honored At Essence’s 2018 Black Women In Music Celebration ?
The multi-Grammy-award-winning artist Missy Elliott was just named Essence’s Black Women in Music honor for 2018. Essence describes Elliot as “a consummate visionary whose creativity knows no li…
Regina Hall Joins in the ‘Shaft’ Sequel With Samuel L. Jackson
Regina Hall has joined the cast of New Line’s latest installment in the “Shaft” franchise opposite Samuel L. Jackson and Jessie T. Usher, according to Variety. The movie follows Usher, a nerdy F…
Steven Caple Jr. to Direct ‘Creed 2’ Starring Michael B. Jordan
Director and Producer Steven Caple Jr. has been tapped to direct Creed 2. It will star Michael B. Jordan and Sylvester Stallone, Variety announced. Caple will direct from an original screenplay writte…
Urban Outfitters Launches Gosha Rubchinskiy X Mumiy Troll Collection in Select Stores and Online
Gosha Rubchinskiy teams up with Ilya Lagutenko of the iconic Russian indie band Mumiy Troll to release a limited capsule collection through the global lifestyle retailer Urban Outfitters. Mumiy Troll …
#ICYMI: Watch SZA Perform “Go Gina” in the Woods
SZA teamed up with Vevo for their new Lift video with an angelic performance of her CTRL song, “Go Gina.” The six-week campaign features other groundbreaking artists starring in exclusive …
Swizz Beatz Graduates From Harvard Business School
After entering the Harvard Business School program in 2014, producer Swizz Beatz has officially graduated. On Thursday, November 16th, Swizz earned his certificate from the Ivy League school’s O…
Grammy Nominations 2018: Jay-Z, Kendrick and SZA Lead the Pack
The 2018 Grammy Award nominations were released early this week, and artists from every genre of music celebrated the diversity of certain categories that looked more inclusive in their selections. “D…
Libya Slave Trade: African Migrants Being Sold in Slave Markets
A CNN report earlier this month showing video of a slave market in Libya raised outrage (and no shortage of political posturing) over the long-running issue of the treatment of migrants in the African…
Janine The Machine Premieres Her New Track “No Chill”
Trap-pop artist, Janine The Machine is back with a fiery new track guaranteed to heat up the winter. On the heels of her summer release “High Places,” the Detroit native has teamed up with hitmaker, S…
Fenty Beauty is one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2017!
Fenty Beauty, Rihanna’s make-up line, has been named one of Time Magazine’s Best Inventions of 2017. It’s Rihanna’s commitment to diversity and inclusion that helped secure the…
Teyana Taylor & Iman Shumpert Land Their Own Reality Show on VH1 ?
VH1 has greenlit a new reality show starring power couple Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert, as Deadline reports. Both Taylor and Shumpert will serve as executive producers for Teyana & Iman, which …
New Music: Eminem Feat. Beyoncé- “Walk on Water”
It has been four years since his last album, but Eminem has now fully made a return to rap with his new single “Walk On Water” featuring Beyoncé. The introspective song, which was produced by Rick Rub…
The Bobby Brown Story Starring Woody McClain is Coming to BET
Following the success of BET’s The New Edition Story, the Network has announced a followup: The Bobby Brown Story, starring Woody McClain. This biography will be presented in a similar n=mini series f…
Tiffany Haddish Will Be The First Black Female Comedian To Host SNL
‘Girls Trip‘ breakout star, Tiffany Haddish will make history on Saturday by becoming the first black female comedian to host Saturday Night Live. Haddish will host SNL on Nov. 11, becomin…
Teen Vogue is Shutting Down its Print Section
Teen Vogue will be shutting down its print edition soon, ending a 14-year run for the magazine. As WWD reported, the magazine’s New York-based publisher- Condé Nast, which has instilled a hiring…
‘Bad Boys’ TV Series Starring Gabrielle Union is in the Works
Though another movie sequel is unlikely to happen, Bad Boys could be getting a TV spinoff that would focus on Gabrielle Union’s character. According to Deadline, the untitled project is currentl…
What are Grammy Submissions? Don’t Get it Confused with Nominations
With all the headlines surrounding Grammy submissions (Drake not submitting ‘More Life’ and Bey’s submissions), people seem to be confusing submissions with nominations. Grammy submi…
Disney Channel Breaks Ground With First Gay Storyline
Disney Channel’s “Andi Mack” is making history with the network’s first storyline about a gay character coming out. The comedic drama from “Lizzie McGuire” creator Terri Minsky follows 13-year-old And…
Taraji P. Henson Stars in New Movie “Acrimony” Directed by Tyler Perry
Lionsgate has revealed the first trailer for Tyler Perry’s next drama, an infidelity thriller starring Taraji P. Henson called Acrimony. The film follows the life of a faithful wife (Henson) who…
Fifth Harmony’s Normani Kordei Signs New Solo Management Deal
It looks like Fifth Harmony’s Normani Kordei is taking strides as a solo act. The 21-year-old girl group superstar was announced as the newest addition to the Brandon Silverstein‘s S10 Entertain…
Lupita Nyong’o Writes Op-Ed About Sexual Harassment from Harvey Weinstein
With Lupita Nyong’o adding her voice to the chorus, there are officially more than 50 women who have publicly accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault or harassment. In an op-ed for the New York Tim…
Diana Ross Will Receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at The AMAs
Queen of Motown, Diana Ross will receive the American Music Award of Lifetime Achievement at the 2017 American Music Awards, Dick Clark Productions and ABC announced. “I have endless memories of…
Netflix Plans to Release 80 New Original Movies Next Year
Streaming giant Netflix wants to put out 80 original films in 2018. Next year’s content budget could skyrocket to $8 billion, according to chief content officer Ted Sarandos. Netflix plans to p…
Watch the Trailer for RZA’s New Film Starring Azealia Banks, Jill Scott, and Common
In 2015, Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA announced he was directing a film starring Azealia Banks and Common. The full-length feature musical drama, called Love Beats Rhymes and originally titled Coco, will be rel…
Rihanna Gets a Street in Barbados Named After Her
Rihanna, Barbados’ most famous daughter, will get a permanent landmark named after her in the neighborhood she grew up in. In a press release, The Ministry of Tourism in Barbados announced: “The…
Skylan Brooks From ‘The Get Down’ Will Star in the Crime-Drama ‘Nēar’
18-year-old Actor Skylan Brooks (“Ra-Ra” from The Get Down) will star in the crime-drama Nēar. The film Nēar follows 17-year-old, Julian, played by Skylan Brooks upon his escape from the h…
#ICYMI: Watch Pharrell Get Interviewed by an Adorable 7-Year-Old
As a part of W Magazine’s “Little W” segment, Pharrell Williams sat down with 7-year-old Poppy to chat about things that make the singer “happy.” The seven-year-old interview guru, Poppy Browne, asked…
A ‘Joanne the Scammer’ TV Show is in the Works and Its Heading to NETFLIX!
Joining Janet Mock’s Never Before podcast, Joanne the Scammer, whose real name is Branden Miller, revealed that there is a television show being developed about his character. The social media star wi…
Quvenzhané Wallis is Now An Author of Two Children’s Books
Quvenzhané Wallis, the 14-year-old actress who scored an Oscar nomination for her role as “Hushpuppy” in Beasts of the Southern Wild at age 9, is now adding author to her resume. Publishin…
Las Vegas Mass Shooting Leaves 59 Dead and Hundreds Injured
At least 59 people were killed and more than 500 hundred people injured when a gunman opened fire at the Route 91 Harvest country music festival near the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, N…
Melina Matsoukas, Director of Insecure, will Direct “A Brief History of Seven Killings” for Amazon
Melina Matsoukas, best known as the go-to director for Beyoncé, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and Issa Rae’s Insecure, will helm Amazon Studios’ ‘A Brief History of Seven Killings’, based on the Mar…
Beyoncé Jumps On J Balvin’s “Mi Gente” Remix
Beyoncé teams up with Colombian superstar J Balvin on a remix, The song? His reggaeton hit single “Mi Gente”! Over French producer Willy William’s production, Bey flexes her bilingual skills, si…
Here’s How You Can Help Hurricane Victims in Puerto Rico??
Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico this month, leaving 3.5 million Americans to endure apocalyptic conditions on the island. At least 13 people have died from the Hurricane, there is no power on the …
Linkin Park Announces Show Honoring Chester Bennington
Linkin Park has announced a memorial concert in honor of their late front-man Chester Bennington. The one-night celebration of his life will take place October 27 at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.…
Cardi B Scores Her First Number 1 Single With “Bodak Yellow”!
Cardi B becomes the first female rapper to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart without the assistance of any other credited artists in nearly 19 years, as her debut hit “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)&#…
Hurricane Maria Leaves The Entire Island of Puerto Rico Without Power
Hurricane Maria restrengthened to a major hurricane early Thursday. After laying waste to Puerto Rico, the island has been left totally in the dark. Many are at a loss for words. San Juan’s (the…
Harvard Honors Ava DuVernay & LL Cool J With W.E.B. Du Bois Medals
“Selma” director Ava DuVernay and rapper LL Cool J are among the recipients of Harvard University’s 2017 W.E.B. Du Bois medals. This medal honors those who have made significant cont…
Here’s How You Can Help Earthquake Victims in Mexico
A devastating 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Mexico City on Tuesday, killing at least 139 people. With power and phone lines down, people are having trouble getting in touch with loved ones. To …
André 3000 Lands Huge Role in Sci-Fi Film ‘High Life
Rapper André 3000 of legendary hip-hop group Outkast, has landed a role in an upcoming science-fiction film, High Life, from acclaimed French filmmaker Claire Denis in her English-language film début.…
Lifetime Introduces Flint Movie Starring Queen Latifah & Jill Scott
The Lifetime Network is making an original movie based on the Flint water crisis. According to Deadline, “Flint” featuring Queen Latifah, Betsy Brandt, Jill Scott, Marin Ireland, and Lyndi…
#ICYMI: Selena Gomez Reveals Kidney Transplant & Her BFF Francia Raisa Was the Donor
Selena Gomez has made the shock revelation that she’s undergone a kidney transplant. The 25-year-old performer broke the news by sharing a picture on Instagram of herself in a hospital bed, revealing …
#NFID18 Breaks Twitter! But Where Did It Come From?
After seeing the #NFID18 hashtag break twitter, you’ll probably wish that you lived in Farmington Hills, Michigan. North Farmington High School has a senior tradition unlike any other. For their…
Serena Williams Shares Her Pregnancy Journey and Baby Pics
Serena Williams shared an adorable video of her new daughter on Wednesday morning, along with a video documenting her entire pregnancy. She posted the Instagram story almost two weeks after giving bir…
Jaden Smith stars in African-American led Anime ‘Neo Yokio’ on Netflix
Jaden Smith is starring in a new African American-led anime on Netflix as the character Kaz Kaan, a “magistocrat” in the futuristic city of Neo Yokio. According to Deadline, Neo Yokio is created by Ez…
The Powerpuff Girls Are Getting a Fourth Member !!
The Powerpuff Girls were the ultimate triple threat! However, Buttercup, Blossom and Bubbles are adding a new member to their already iconic gang. According to Cartoon Network, the crime-fighting sis…
Mariah Carey: The Diva Takes Vogue Inside Her Closet
Glamorous diva Mariah Carey gave Vogue an exclusive tour of her closet inside of her Tribeca home. Needless to say, the luxurious closet is every girl’s dream. Aside from the expected designer i…
Netflix Remakes ‘The Magic School Bus’. Are You On Board?
Netflix has decided to reboot The Magic School Bus, the classic kid-focused cartoon that follows Ms. Frizzle and her class as they set off on field trips. The new Netflix series, called The Magic Scho…
Hurricane Irma Heads for Puerto Rico and Florida After Devastating Caribbean Islands
Category 5 Hurricane Irma has Puerto Rico and Florida in its path after reeking havoc on a few Caribbean islands. What is said to be one of the strongest storms recorded in the Atlantic, the hurricane…
#ICYMI: Solange Will Host Benefit Concert for Hurricane Harvey Victims
Houston native, Solange has announced that she will be hosting a special concert to benefit the victims of Hurricane Harvey. All proceeds from the show will go towards Houston relief efforts. The conc…
Chance the Rapper is Starting A New Award Show for Teachers ?
Over the last few years, Chance the Rapper has been using his platform to advocate for teachers and public schools in Chicago. Through his nonprofit organization, SocialWorks, Chano adding to his ongo…
A ‘Creed’ Sequel is Confirmed! Filming Begins in 2018
Sylvester Stallone, popularly known on-screen as “Rocky” has confirmed that Creed 2 will be shooting next year as a sequel to the 2015 movie starring himself and Michael B. Jordan. Sly pos…
The 2017 VMAs Delivered the Show’s Lowest Ratings Ever
The MTV VMAs have suffered a huge decline in ratings. According to the Associated Press, the 2017 award show was the least-watched one in its history. After tallying everything together, the VMAs notc…
Solange Releases New Digital Art on Black Identity
Solange has created an interactive artwork hosted online for Tate Modern. Following the release of A Seat at the Table, her album which discusses the racial struggles and tension in America, the insti…
‘Living Single’ Reboot Is Happening! Queen Latifah Confirms
Queen Latifah paid a visit to Watch What Happens Live — and she revealed that a reboot of her hit ’90s Fox sitcom Living Single is in the works! “Funny you should ask, we’re actually working on it,” s…
Hurricane Harvey: Here’s How You Can Donate To Help Those Affected in Texas
Hurricane Harvey hit Texas Friday night, flooding the city of Houston with rainfalls, and leaving more than 300,000 people without power. Additionally, at least two fatalities have been reported, acco…
Rihanna Launches “The Dollar Campaign” As a Fundraiser For Education
With her latest efforts in aid of education, Rihanna is proving that she is humanitarian of the year. Under the guidance of her Clara Lionel Foundation, the Bajan beauty launched “The Dollar Campaign”…
Watch the Trailer For Grace Jones’ New Documentary ‘Bloodlight and Bami’
The legendary Jamaican supermodel, actress and fashion icon Grace Jones is bringing her life to the movie theatres. In a newly released trailer for the Sophie Fiennes directed documentary, Jones’…
Issa Rae Will Make Her Film Debut in ‘The Hate U Give’
She first conquered the small screen with her hit HBO series Insecure. Now, Issa Rae is getting ready to bless the big screen. The actress and writer will star in The Hate U Give, opposite Amandla Ste…
Anna Diop Cast as Starfire in Teen Titans Live-Action Series
Greenleaf”s Anna Diop has officially been cast in the upcoming live-action series Titans as the comic book character Starfire, according to Deadline. The series comes to us from Greg Berlanti, A…
An Aaliyah MAC Cosmetics Collection Is Finally Happening!
Sound the alarms, Baby Girl, Aaliyah finally has her own MAC Cosmetic Collection!!! After numerous calls from fans and even a petition urging the beauty brand to create a collection. MAC Cosmetics is…
Sal Houdini Features Rihanna in New Music and Visual “I Just”
Singer Sal Houdini dropped a new video for his latest song “I Just” featuring Rihanna. What’s interesting is that the song doesn’t actually feature a Rih verse but rather, soun…
Cardi B To Perform at 2017 MTV VMA Pre-Show
Cardi B is clearly having the best year of her life. The Bronx native is continuing to make her money moves with the latest news that she will be a performer at the 2017 MTV VMAs. Producers for the sh…
Nicki Minaj Shares Her New MAC Cosmetics Collaboration ?
Rap superstar, Nicki Minaj is teaming up with M.A.C Cosmetics again with the launch of her second lipstick collection to debut this September. According to Billboard, the new collection will feature t…
Maya Rudolph to Star in Fox’s ‘A Christmas Story’ Live Musical
Comedian and Actress, Maya Rudolph is getting into the holiday spirit this year. The SNL alum has signed onto star in Fox’s A Christmas Story live musical production. According to Variety, Rudol…
Tiffany Haddish Joins Kevin Hart in ‘Night School’
The Girls Trip breakout star Tiffany Haddish has been cast in a Kevin Hart-led comedy. The film is called Night School, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The project, from Hartbeat Productions and …
‘Suits’ Spinoff Starring Gina Torres Will Be Introduced in Season 7 Finale
The Season 7 finale of USA’s long-running drama, Suits will serve as a backdoor pilot of spinoff of the show centering around Gina Torres’ character Jessica Pearson, according to Deadline.…
Shonda Rhimes Leaves ABC After Inking Netflix Deal
After 12 years at ABC, ‘Scandal’ and ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ mastermind Shonda Rhimes is leaving the network after inking a multi-year deal with Netflix. The industry-shaking pa…
Lakeith Stanfield Stars As Wrongfully Convicted Man in ‘Crown Heights’ Biopic
‘Get Out’ and ‘Atlanta’ actor Lakeith Stanfield will star in the indie film ‘Crown Heights’ which tells the story of 18-year-old Colin Warner, a boy from Brooklyn w…
Cardi B Earns Billboard Top 10 Spot With ‘Bodak Yellow’
Can we all take a minute and acknowledge Cardi B’s come up!! The Bronx rapper’s single “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” cracks the top 10 this week, rising from No. 14 to No. 8. This makes Bardi the…
Essence Festival 2018 Date Announced! July 5-8 in NOLA
Time Inc.’s Essence today announced the official dates for the 2018 Essence Festival® presented by Coca-Cola®, which will take place from July 5 – 8, 2018 in New Orleans, LA. Limited advance tickets f…
#MEFeature: Head of Makeup for Marvel’s The Defenders Shares the Makeup Design Process
Besides being kick-ass (literally) superhumans, Marvel characters have another thing that makes them stand out, their looks. Costume and Makeup play an important role in the Marvel Universe and work t…
Nas & Jay-Z Star In New Trailer For Upcoming Biggie Documentary
A&E Network is preparing to premiere a new documentary on the late and great rapper, Notorious B.I.G. on September 4, titled Biggie: The Life of the Notorious B.I.G. The documentary is set to feat…
Dascha Polanco Honored With Her Own Day in New York
OITNB star, Dascha Polanco has been an influential figure in the Latinx community over the past few years, and now her hard work has been commemorated. August 8 has been officially declared “Dascha Po…
Ava DuVernay to Receive Directing Prize at Britannia Awards
Filmmaker, Showrunner and Producer, Ava DuVernay is to receive the John Schlesinger Britannia Award for excellence in directing from The British Academy of Film and Television Arts Los Angeles. She jo…
Rumor Has It: Beyoncé Is In Final Negotiations To Play Nala In The ‘Lion King’ Reboot
A few days ago, news spread like wildfire on social media that Beyoncé is currently in final negotiations with Jon Favreau, the director of the live action Lion King reboot expected to be released in …
Amazon Developing Slavery Reparations Series “Black America”
Amazon is developing a drama series from Will Packer and Aaron McGruder that will deal with a post-slavery reparations America. Will Packer has been on projects such as ” Girls Trip” , …
Jay Z Drops Video for “Adnis” starring Mahershala Ali and Danny Glover
Another Friday, another 4:44 visual from Jay Z. This time around, Jay is treating us to a video for “Adnis.” Directed by Mark Romanek and starring Mahershala Ali and Danny Glover. In the b…
Janet Mock Responds To Lil Duval, “Trans Women Aren’t a Prop, Ploy, or Sexual Predators”
Writer, TV host and activist Janet Mock is responding to the controversial comments made about transgender men and women on popular morning radio show The Breakfast Club last week. In an open letter f…
You Can Cop Frank Ocean’s Anti-Discrimination Shirt for $19
Last week, Frank Ocean closed out the first night of Panorama Festival. For his second performance since 2014 in the U.S. following his FYF Festival appearance only a few days prior, Frank opted to ma…
Twitter Hires New Vice President of Inclusion and Diversity !!
Twitter has hired Candi Castleberry-Singleton as its new vice president of inclusion and diversity, in an attempt to make the social media service better reflect the demographics of its users, USA Tod…
Supreme Is Reportedly Opening a New Store in Brooklyn
Rumors are circulating that Supreme may open a second New York location in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. According to leak account supreme_leaks_news, the street-wear imprint’s new BK location will allegedl…
Wonder Woman 2 Is Officially Happening!
Coming off Wonder Woman’s success at the box office this summer. Warner Bros. has officially confirmed that a Wonder Woman 2 is officially in the works! The announcement was made during the studio’s H…
Time Inc. Is Planning To Sell Majority Stake in Essence
After 12 years of seizing control of Essence Communications Partners, Time Inc. is now planning to sell its majority stake in the company by the end of this year, according to the Wall Street Journal.…
The US Military Says Transgender People Can Still Serve, For Now
The US military policy which allows transgender people to serve still remains in place, despite President Trump’s announcement of a “transgender ban“. Also, this situation seems eeri…
Yara Shahidi, Issa Rae Among Honorees at BET’s Black Girls Rock
Taraji P. Henson has been tapped to host BET’s 2017 Black Girls Rock Awards honoring “Insecure” creator, writer and star Issa Rae, “Black-ish” star Yara Shahidi and others. Rae is set to receive the S…
#ICYMI: The 2018 Pirelli Calendar Features an All-Black Cast
The annual Pirelli Calendar has long been the source of some of the most provocative pictures in the fashion and art, and the 2018 calendar is no different. The calendar features an all-black cast of …
Cara Delevingne Debuts Her First Single, Produced by Pharrell
Cara Delevingne can now add “singer” to her résumé! With her new movie Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets in theaters now, the model turned actress now reveals her first-ever sing…
A Mean Girls Makeup Brush Collection is Coming
Spectrum Collections is giving us ‘Mean Girls’ nostalgia with their “fetch” new collection. British beauty brand Spectrum Collections debuted a set of ‘Mean Girls’-…
THE GIFTED: A First Look At Jamie Chung’s Mutant Character
Fox has released the official trailer for their new X-Men TV series, The Gifted. The Marvel production will be overseen by show runner Matt Nix with the first episode being directed by Bryan Singer an…
La La Anthony Talks Sex Scenes, Carmelo & More on The Breakfast Club
La La Anthony hit the Breakfast Club this morning to promote the fourth season of “Power” and more. In true Charlamagne fashion, the first question of the interview was about “La La&…
Bill Cosby Plans to Teach Seminars on How to Avoid Sexual Assault Charges
As if his current situation isn’t bad enough, Bill Cosby is adding fuel to his already large fire. The former stand-up comedian and actor (accused of rape and sexual assault) is apparently plann…
OJ Simpson Granted Parole After 9 Years In Prison
OJ Simpson was granted parole today. After serving 9 years in prison for an armed robbery and kidnapping in Las Vegas in 2007, he will walk free. Simpson is a former football superstar who is infamous…
#ICYMI: Hip-Hop & R&B Becomes the Most Dominant Genre of Music in the US
Forbes has just confirmed something that we all knew! Hip-Hop and R&B are the most dominant genre of music in the US. Nielsen Music recently released its annual mid-year report, which takes a look…
French Montana Teams Up With The Weeknd & Max B For “A Lie”
French Montana celebrates the début of his sophomore album ‘Jungle rules’ with the release of the video for his latest single “A Lie” featuring The Weeknd and Max B. The video, directed by…
Apple Unveils New Emojis Coming Later This Year
Apple announced a collection of new emoji characters coming to iOS, macOS and watchOS later this year. The news coincides with World Emoji Day (July 17). With thousands of emoji available on iPhone, i…
Target is Discontinuing Popular Clothing Lines Mossimo and Merona in Order to Revamp Their Fashion Brand Line Up
Target is now in talks to revamp its entire fashion brand lineup. This means that some Target staples will stop being produced. And according to The Wall Street Journal, Mossimo, Merona, Cherokee, and…
#ICYMI: Beyoncé Shares The First Photo of the Carter Twins
To celebrate the birth of The Carter twins, born one month ago (June 14), Beyoncé shared the first photo of her second and third child on Instagram. Sir and Rumi Carter were pictures with their iconic…
Rihanna Takes Us Behind The Scenes of Her New Movie ‘Valerian’
The epic sci-fi action film, Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets will début in a few weeks. Rihanna is introducing her character to the world with behind-the-scenes video footage. In the movie…
Daddy Yankee is the First Latin Artist to Go Number 1 on Spotify
Daddy Yankee has created history by becoming the first Latin artist to go number 1 on Spotify. The reggaeton artist, whose hits include ‘Gasolina’ and most recently ‘Despacito – Remix,’ generated over…
#SOPROUD: Chance The Rapper, LL Cool J, and Snoop Dogg are Now All Emmy Nominees!
Hip-Hop heavyweights Chance The Rapper, Snoop Dogg and LL Cool J are heading to the 69th Emmy Awards! Lil Chano earned a nod for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics for “Last Christmas,” his “Saturd…
Cardi B Scores Her First Billboard 100 With “Bodak Yellow”
Cardi B has now joined the ranks of so many other successful artists, earning her first spot on the Billboard 100 charts with “Bodak Yellow”. The single made its debut on the chart at #85 …
Michael Jackson Animated Halloween Special Coming to CBS
The Michael Jackson Estate has partnered with CBS to produce an hour-long animated Halloween special set to air this fall. Jackson’s music will soundtrack the CBS special titled “Micheal J…
Future Now Has His Own Emojis! Artist Launches “FUTUREMOJI”
Multi-platinum selling artist, Future expanded his business portfolio yet again. With the release of a brand new emoji pack, Future is setting the bar high. It is rightfully titled FutureMoji. The new…
Migos Kicked Off Delta Flight Due to Apparent Racial Profiling
Rap superstar group Migos was removed from a Delta flight last Friday, just hours before their concert. Their manager is reportedly accusing the airline of racial profiling. Migos were on a flight fro…
Simone Biles Clapsback on Instagram After “Bad Role Model” Comment
Five-time Olympic Medalist Simone Biles blasted an Instagram follower, who attacked her for posting a picture of herself lounging with a drink while on vacation. On Saturday, the gymnast shared a self…
Remember Lanisha Cole from Pharrell’s ‘Frontin’ Video?
Remeber Lanisha Cole? The ebony beauty in Pharrell’s ‘Frontin’ video in 2003? She was recently spotted with Nick Cannon and it appears that the two are an item! It’s been 14 ye…
Janine The Machine Releases Her Debut Single “High Places”
Janine The Machine is a Jamaican-American artist and creator hailing from Detroit, MI. Blending pop melodies with the ingenuity of Motown, Janine has caught the ears of tastemakers, executives, hitmak…
2 Chainz Turned His Trap House Into An HIV Testing Clinic
On July 4th, 2 Chainz teamed up with the Fulton County Board of Health to offer free HIV testing. The tests took place at his pop-up landmark Pink Trap House in Atlanta. The Atlanta rapper took to Ins…
British Vogue Taps Naomi Campbell, Steve McQueen, Naomi, and Grace Coddington As Contributors
Newly announced British Vogue Editor-in-Chief Edward Enninful has tapped some new talent. Naomi Campbell, Steve McQueen and Kate Moss have been chosen as contributing editors of the publication. His f…
Ryan Coogler & Michael B. Jordan Team Up For New Movie “Wrong Answer”
The dynamic film duo of Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan are teaming up again. They are to create their fourth movie, called “Wrong Answer”. Wrong Answer” focuses on the 2006 standardize…
Insecure Season 2’s Official Trailer is Finally Here!
Will Lawrence forgive Issa?? Or are they done for good? Those are the questions on everyone’s minds after the end of HBO’s Insecure, season 1. It looks like we won’t have to wait much longer for…
Paris Jackson’s First Vogue Cover Ever is Here!
It’s only been a month since her first Teen Vogue cover was revealed and Paris Jackson has already snagged her first Vogue cover! The IMG signed 19-year-old will have her first official Vogue c…
#Watch: Solange Sings The Proud Family Theme Song at a Concert
If you’re a die-hard Solange fan, you probably know that the Soul singer sang the theme song for one of the Disney Channel’s most iconic cartoon sitcom. “The Proud Family” will…
O’Shea Jackson Jr. to Portray Baseball Legend Dock Ellis In Biopic
O’Shea Jackson Jr. is set to play Baseball legend Dock Ellis. The film will be co-produced by his father Ice Cube, whom he famously portrayed in “Straight Outta Compton.” Joey Poach …
The Story Behind the Raury Protest Against Dolce & Gabbana During Runway
After being invited to take part in Men’s Fashion Week in Milan, as a part of Dolce & Gabbana’s millennial themed fashion show, Raury decided to do the unexpected. The R&B vocalist…
Rihanna’s Third Collab With Manolo Blahnik “So Stoned” Drops July 6
Did you peep Rihanna’s shoe game in the ‘Wild Thoughts’ video? That was the fashion icon’s way of announcing she’d be collaborating with legendary luxury shoe brand, Mano…
5 Lessons Learnt From Kimora Lee’s Fabulous Life Thread
Kimora Lee Leissner has been trending on social media following the most grown-up Father’s Day message we’ve ever seen, posted by her ex-husband, Russell Simmons. It’s no secret that…
Breaking News! They’re Here! Beyoncé Has Given Birth to Twins
The twins are here! According to multiple sources as well as Beyoncé’s dad, her and Jay-Z welcomed the twins to their family earlier this week. Reports spread like wildfire when an unidentified …
#ICYMI: Mr. Carter Shows Love to Hip Hop Artists in a Tweeting Spree
On a rare occasion, Mr. Carter hopped on Twitter to celebrate being the first rapper to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. One of the biggest accomplishments that any artist can achieve. O…
Young Thug, 2 Chainz & Big Boi Dropped Albums Yesterday
Yesterday was an Atlanta music day, with three of the biggest hip hop artists dropping albums! Young Thug, 2 Chainz, and Big Boi have all dropped albums. Young Thug’s new project Beautiful Thugg…
POC Dominated The Forbes List of Highest-Paid Celebs
The annual Forbes list of highest-paid celebrities was recently released and people of color have dominated the list with 6/10 spots (half of the list were black celebrities). Over the past 12 months,…
Beyoncé Is The Top Grossing Female Celebrity For The Year!
Forbes recently revealed their annual list of the highest-paid celebrities and this year, Beyonce came in second as the highest grossing female celebrity. The queen, who brought in $105 million from h…
Humanitarian Bae! Watch Rihanna Teach Math to Malawi Kids in Documentary
Rihanna and her Clara Lionel Foundation visited Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world, with Global Citizen and the Global Partnership for Education. In a new short documentary, Rihanna, t…
Calling All Dancers: Missy Elliott Is Holding Auditions for Her Upcoming Tour!
The legendary Missy Elliott is searching for dancers to join her on the road this year. Elliott is renowned for her forward-thinking visuals with some of the best choreography we’ve seen to date. The …
Nas Urges Action in “Trump Era” in An Open Letter
Nas, considered one of the most politically conscious rappers in the game, penned an open letter to his fans urging action to combat what he said was institutionalized racism and the policies of Presi…
Forever 21 & Urban Outfitters Being Sued For Unauthorized Tupac Merchandise
According to reports, entertainment photographer Danny Clinch is suing Forever 21 and Urban Outfitters for selling t-shirts that bear images of Tupac’s Rolling Stone’s 1993 and 1996 covers, whic…
Quavo Was Yesterday’s Most Streamed Hip-Hop Artist on Spotify
According to a report from reputable site DJ Booth, Migos rapper Quavo was the #1 most streamed rap artist on Spotify yesterday and 3rd overall behind Ed Sheeran & Daddy Yankee. The rapper posted …
Ariana Grande Will Host Benefit Concert in Manchester
Ariana Grande will host a ‘One Love’ benefit concert in Manchester this week. The event will feature Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Take That, Niall Horan, Coldplay, Pharrell Wi…
#ICYMI: Ariana Grande Suspends Tour Following Concert Attack
Following the shocking terror attack in Manchester on Monday night, Ariana Grande has reportedly called a halt to her “Dangerous Woman” tour. Death tolls have risen to 22, and 59 people have been inju…
#ICYMI: Missy Elliott Enlists Lil Kim, Eve & Trina For ‘I’m Better’ Remix
Missy Elliott surprised fans with a brand-new remix to her latest single “I’m Better.” For the song, she teamed up with 90s hip-hop heavyweights and longtime rulers of the female rap game, Lil Kim, Ev…
Ariana Grande Will Reportedly Pay for Manchester Victims’ Funerals
Ariana Grande is reportedly preparing to cover the costs of funerals for those killed in the horrifying bomb blast following her concert in Manchester, England on Monday. The “Side to Side”…
Biggie Mural in Brooklyn Saved by Supporters and Residents
After receiving backlash from Hip Hop purists and local residents, landlord Samuel Berkowitz has decided to keep the two-story Biggie mural painted on the side of a building on Bedford Avenue and Quin…
Rihanna’s ANTI Now Has Over 2 Billion Streams on Spotify
That Rihanna Reign just won’t let up! More than a year after releasing, arguably, her best body of work, Rihanna’s ANTI now has over 2 billion streams on Spotify. ANTI has now become the f…
The Rihanna and Lupita Movie is Happening!
So it’s actually happening – The Rihanna and Lupita movie of our dreams! The idea that began as a Twitter suggestion will become a reality. The above 2014 photo of Rihanna and Lupita Nyong…
The 2017 Billboard Music Awards Complete List of Winners
The 2017 edition of the Billboard Music Awards just wrapped last night, and unsurprisingly, Drake came out on top. The rapper broke the record for most Billboard Music Awards wins in one year Sunday n…
BET Teams Up With Twitter to Launch a Study into “Black Twitter”
Black Twitter undoubtedly stands as one of internet’s longest and strongest reigning force in pop culture. Now, BET is teaming up with Twitter to put the influence under the microscope in their new st…
Anna Wintour Has a New TV Series Coming to Bravo
Anna Wintour is coming to the small screen! The British-American journalist and Editor-in-Chief of Vogue has another fictional portrayal in a new television series. Reports are that Bravo is working …
Steve McQueen is Set to Direct a Tupac Shakur Documentary
A documentary on Tupac Shakur has been authorized by the estate of the late rapper with “12 Years a Slave” legendary director Steve McQueen on board. The announcement was made Tuesday by estate truste…
No More Gladiators! Scandal Will End With Season 7
Although ABC isn’t commenting, multiple sources have confirmed that Scandal‘s upcoming seventh seventh will be its last. The network is expected to make a formal announcement at its upfront presentati…
Sulley Muntari, Ghanian Footballer, Speaks on Racial Abuse
He has played for some of Europe’s top soccer clubs and represented Ghana in three World Cups, but Sulley Muntari says he experiences racism every day. The footballer adds matter-of-factly that …
Onyx Connect, South African Company, Will Launch $30 Smartphones
Johannesburg-based Onyx Connect is betting on local talent to build affordable Android-based smartphones for the African market after inking a software licensing deal with Google. The South African st…
Comics Legend Stan Lee Announces New Latin Superhero
Comic book legend Stan Lee is 94 years old but still working on new characters. He announced on May 7 that fans can expect a Latin superhero by the end of the year. The creator of Spider-Man, the Fant…
Calvin Klein Signs Paris Jackson as New Face of Brand
Actress/model Paris Jackson has signed a major deal with Calvin Klein. The 19 year-old daughter of the late and great King of Pop, Michael Jackson, will be the new face of the brand! The rising star i…
The Grammys Will Return to New York After 15 Years!
The Recording Academy has confirmed what all New Yorkers wanted to hear: The Grammys are returning to New York for their 60th anniversary show, which will take place at Madison Square Garden on Januar…
Nasty Nas Is Back! Confirms New Album For 2017
It’s been five years since Nas dropped Life Is Good, but fans won’t have to wait much longer for his next project. In an interview with Billboard, the New York legend confirmed that his yet-to-be-name…
2017 Billboard Music Awards Line-up: Drake, Nicki Minaj, Bruno & More!
The music industry has been flames in 2017, so far; and as we reach towards the beginning of an eventful summer, Billboard has just revealed the performance line-up for the 2017 Billboard Music Awards…
#ICYMI: 11 Black Employees Sue Fox News For Racial Discrimination
Eleven black Fox News employees are expected to stand behind a growing discrimination lawsuit against the cable network. According to the New York Times, the additional employees are joining the suit …
#WTF: Met Gala Invite-Only Tickets Cost $30,000 A Piece !
The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Benefit aka the Met Gala, is a black-tie extravagant event held annually on the first Monday of May. The event is held to raise funds for the Costume I…
Young Black Excellence: 8-Year-Old Twins Started a Bottled Water Company
You’re never too young to be a boss! These 8-year-old twins from New York City are only in the second grade, yet they have started their own company, Water 2 Kids, bottling water just for kids. …
#ICYMI: Tyler The Creator Remixes ‘Bill NYE’ Theme Song
Bill Nye the Science Guy revealed on Twitter that Tyler, the Creator is behind the theme song of his new Netflix show, Bill Nye Saves the World. The new theme song is a fresh take on the original them…
iPhone 8 Drops This Fall and Here’s What To Expect
With the successful release of the iPhone 7 series, last year, Apple is gearing up to release the updated device this fall! The iPhone 8 will be released this fall and Apple is prepare to rival its bi…
Migos Scores Platinum Album With ‘Culture’
Migos can add yet another major milestone to their list of this year’s accomplishments, and it’s only four months into 2017. The hip hop trio’s sophomore album, Culture, released back in January, and …
Starbucks Released a Limited Edition “Unicorn Frappuccino” and People are Going Crazy!
Starbucks is hopping on the unicorn-craze with its limited edition “Unicorn Frappuccino” blended drink. The colorful drink is available April 19 through April 23 at participating stores ac…
Rihanna’s Gucci Coachella Outfit Increases Gucci T-Shirt Sales
That Rihanna Reign just won’t let up! The fashion icon has brought her cultural influence over to Gucci and spiked sales following her Gucci fit at Coachella. The pop star sported a sparkly body…
#ICYMI: Trump Drops “The Mother of All Bombs” on Afghanistan
Donald Trump said in the campaign that he was going to “bomb the sh*t out of ISIS,” and he’s doing just that. As CNN reported, the MOAB bomb has been dropped on ISIS stronghold. The US military has dr…
Kelly Rowland Releases Debut Book “Woah Baby!”
Recording artist, actress, and executive producer Kelly Rowland officially adds “author” to her long list of accomplishments with the release of her début book, Whoa, Baby!: A Guide for New Moms Who F…
Black Lady Liberty is Featured on the New $100 Gold Coin
The U.S. Mint celebrates their 225th anniversary by portraying a black Lady Liberty on their new $100 gold coin. Although this isn’t the first time African-Americans have been featured on coin currenc…
Sephora Opens Its Biggest Store in the US, and It’s Pretty Amazing
Sephora has opened its biggest store in the United States. Located in New York City’s Herald Square, the space measures a staggering 11,380-square feet. Say hello to your new go-to destination for th…
Starbucks Japan Releases the Very Scrumptious Cherry Pie Frappuccino. Would You Try It?
Starbucks Japan is taking the notion of dessert drink to a whole new level! It’s cherry pie frappuccino replaces the common plastic domed lid with a pie crust. The cherry pie is liquefied into …
#ICYMI: Donald Trump’s Old Tweets Resurface Following His Attack On Syria
Thursday Night, Trump ordered approximately 60 cruise missiles to be fired at an airbase Syria. The horrific move was his response to the chemical attack on Syrian civilians earlier this week. The sur…
#PowerMove: Jay Z Removes His Music From Spotify and Apple Music
Jay Z’s extensive catalog of music has been removed from Apple Music and Spotify. Spotify has said the removal of most of the music by Jay Z was done “at the request of the artist.” The two leading st…
Beyoncé Is The Queen of Instagram! Her Posts Are Worth $1 Million!
All hail Queen Bey! Beyoncé has been named the most influential celebrity on Instagram, with each of her posts worth more than $1 million, according to D’Marie Analytics. The social media research fir…
#ICYMI: Pharrell Williams Stars In Chanel’s New Handbag Ad
After walking in Chanel‘s 2017 pre-fall runway show, Pharrell Williams now makes history by becoming the first man ever to appear in a handbag campaign for the French luxury brand. Karl Lagerfeld has …
WATCH: ‘Claws’ Starring Niecy Nash and Karruche Tran is Set To Premiere Summer On TNT!
TNT’s newest series ‘Claws’ featuring Niecy Nash and Karrueche Tran premieres June 11 on TNT! TNT describes the hour-long new show ”Claws” as “a midnight-dark, wickedly …
#ICYMI: Beyoncé Shares Video For ‘Die For You’ and Playlist for Wedding Anniversary
In honor of her 9th wedding anniversary with Jay Z, Beyoncé has shared a new video for “Die For You.” The video features live footage of the pop star performing the song behind the piano, …
Issa Rae Lands Her First Movie Role in ‘Empress of Serenity’?
“Insecure” co-creator and star Issa Rae has landed her first big movie gig. It is reported that Rae will star opposite former Saturday Night Live, Bill Hadar in Jesse Andrews’ directorial début “Empre…
Jaleel White (Steve Urkel) Returns to TV in CBS’s ‘Me, Myself & I’
Jaleel White (famously recognized as Steve Urkel) has joined the CBS comedy pilot ‘Me, Myself & I’ in a starring role. The Family Matters alum is set to play a character named “Darryl”…
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser Introduces New Initiatives to Find Missing Children
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Friday that the city has introduced six new initiatives to help find missing children. Bowser’s initiatives include increasing the number of police of…
Shots Fired is Fox’s Newest Racial Controversial Series starring Sanaa Lathan, Stephan James and Mack Wilds
In an era where Trump is President of the United States, numerous killings of blacks by white cops and the Black Lives Matter movement, ‘Shots Fired’ is couldn’t have come at a bette…
RuPaul’s Life Story Is Headed To The Small Screen!
RuPaul, the most famous drag queen icon, may bringing his life story to the small screen. Bad Robot, reality production company World of Wonder, and RuPaul are collaborating to produce a half-hour dra…
Kendrick Lamar Drops New Single and Twitter Reacts
After hinting at a fourth album earlier in the week, Kendrick Lamar released a new song, “The Heart Part 4,” late on Thursday night. “The Heart Part 4” is a continuation of an ongoing seri…
14 Black Teenage Girls Have Gone Missing in D.C Over 24 Hours
The disappearance of black teenage girls in America is arguably on a rise. Over a period of 24 hours, 14 DC teens, age 14 to 18, have gone missing. In the first three months of 2017, Washington DC has…
#ICYMI: Coachella Is Suing Urban Outfitters Over Festival Collections
Coachella is suing Urban Outfitters for using the event’s name to sell apparel. Like most of their fashion competitors, Urban Outfitters and Free People sell tunics, shorts, hats and other cloth…
#ICYMI: Fabolous Gets The Key To Brooklyn and Icon Award
Icon Talks honored philanthropist and rapper mogul Fabolous in Brooklyn, NY. Showing a sense of community and positivity on the anniversary of Biggie’s death. This memorable event was held at Brooklyn…
10 of the Funniest Viral Meryl Streep Meme Tweets
It seems like every month there is a new meme to add to the forever growing trend. Meryl Streep yelling at the 2017 SAG AWARDS is the latest meme to take over Twitter and blow up on the internet. The …
Yara Shahidi Received a College Recommendation from Michelle Obama!
Yara Shahidi continues to embody BLACK GIRL MAGIC! Receiving just about the greatest college co sign anyone could get, from our favorite first lady. The Black-ish star recently told W Magazine that fo…
Janelle Monáe is in the Running for a Major Role in Deadpool 2!
Singer/songwriter turned actress Janelle Monáe is now rumored to be the front-runner to play Domino in Deadpool 2. The character Domino is the mutant with probability controlling powers usually descri…
#ICYMI: Future Makes History With Back to Back Number 1 Album Debuts
As predicted, Future debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart (dated March 18) with HNDRXX, his fifth chart topper. It replaces his own self-titled album, which bowed at No. 1 a week earlier.…
What Keke Palmer and the Iconic Toni Braxton Have In Common ??
You’ll never guess what Actress and Singer Keke Palmer and the iconic Toni Braxton have in common! Both stars have been the first to push diversity on Disney On Broadway in their own right. Toni…
Dave Chappelle Returns with Two New Specials March 21, on Netflix!
Comedian, Dave Chappelle is headed back to Television for his first concert special in twelve years. Chappelle is not just having one special, he’s having two! Both showings première March 21, …
Ariana Grande & John Legend Team Up For ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Soundtrack
Ariana Grande and John Legend have teamed up for the Beauty and the Beast film soundtrack. The pair’s duet is a revitalized version of the song for Disney’s live action film starring Emma…
Teyana Taylor Lanches Online Workout Class “FADE2FIT”
Teyana Taylor, no doubt, has an amazing body. Since her surprise appearance in Kanye West’s video for “Fade,” everyone has been asking her for tips . Her ripped abs, legs and arms mesmerized the worl…
Paris Jackson Signs With IMG Models Agency
Paris Jackson is on her way to ruling the runway! Michael Jackson’s 18-year-old daughter has signed with IMG Models, the agency announced on Thursday. Paris couldn’t be more thrilled and s…
Love & Hip Hop Atlanta Season 6 Trailer is Here!
The Love & Hip Hop Atlanta season six super trailer has arrived with all the tea! On-again, off-again couple Joseline Hernandez and Stevie J will find themselves butting heads over the paternity o…
#ICYMI: Halle Berry Celebrates Her Natural Hair, despite the Haters
Leave it to Halle Berry to bring all the drama to the Oscars 2017 red carpet. The 50-year-old actress changed her signature short cut for a brand-new, mega-voluminous, natural hair do. The actress sho…
Remy Ma Releases “Another One” Diss Track & Twitter Give it Mix Reviews
Remy Ma has released a brand new Nicki Minaj diss track called ‘Another One.’ The New York rapper has attempted to follow-up her brutal ‘shEther’ diss track with a song reminiscent of…
Lady Gaga To Replace Beyoncé as Headliner at Coachella 2017
Coachella has reportedly, booked Lady Gaga to replace Beyoncé as the festival’s Saturday night headliner. An official announcement is expected in the coming days. Sources told Billboard, that organize…
Super Model Maria Borges is the New Face of L’Oréal Paris!
Maria Borges, made headlines back in 2015 for being the first black woman to rock her natural fro on the Victoria Secret Show runway. Maria Borges, continues to break beauty barriers, as she was rece…
Jay Z Becomes The First Rapper Inducted In The Songwriter’s Hall Of Fame
The first rapper ever to be nominated for the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame has been announced! Jay Z has another reason to celebrate. He is making history by being inducted into the Songwriter’s Ha…
Celebs React To ‘Moonlight’ Oscar Win & ‘La La Land’ Mixup
When Moonlight won the Academy Award for Best Picture late Sunday night — after presenters Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway announced La La Land the winner, the Oscar air was filled with confusion and l…
Watch Rihanna’s Super Steamy Scene in ‘Bates Motel’
The fifth and final season of Bates Motel premiered on Monday. This time our bad gal, Rihanna, was not in the first episode. There’s no word on when Rih will make her appearance as Marion Crane, but …
Celebs React To Remy Ma’s “shETHER” Diss Track ??☕️
Remy Ma has took it to another level with her Nicki Minaj beef and decided to write a couple words to let her know what’s up. Nicki Minaj Just released a new track with Gucci Mane entitled …
Beyoncé Cancels Coachella Performance Following Her Doctor’s Orders
The doctors have spoken, and Beyoncé is officially cancelling her headlining slot at this year’s Coachella, due to concerns surrounding her pregnancy. Bey, who is expecting twins, issued a joint…
Syd’s Debut Album Fin Is Incredibly Impressive
Syd, frontwoman of neo-soul shapeshifters, The Internet, has released her first solo album Fin. The album follows The Internet’s 2015 critically acclaimed album Ego Death. It was released one week af…
The 10th Annual Roots Picnic with Pharrell, Solange, Lil Wayne and More!
The Annual Roots Picnic turns 10 this spring and they’re bringing Pharrell, Solange and Lil Wayne to Festival Pier in Philly, to celebrate on June 3. Tickets go on sale today at rootspicnic.com.…
Michelle Obama Will Be A Guest Judge on MasterChef Junior
The Obamas are back from their well-earned Caribbean vacay and Michelle Obama is making a return to the public eye, in the cutest way! The former First Lady will return to television screens soon. But…
Amandla Stenberg Stars in ‘Everything, Everything’ Movie
Amandla Stenberg is the lead in the upcoming romance, drama movie Everything, Everything. It is based on a young-adult novel of the same name, written by Nicola Yoon. In the film, teenage Maddy, playe…
Larenz Tate and Charlie Murphy Join ‘Power’ Season 4
Power is expanding it’s cast for Season to include some famous names. Charlie Murphy and Larenz Tate will be joining the cast this season. Charlie is joining the cast as a correctional officer M…
ICYMI: DJ Khaled Drops New Single With Beyonce & Jay-Z
MAJOR KEY ALERT!! DJ Khaled didn’t take home a Grammy this year, however he won by dropping another star-powered new single right after the conclusion of this year’s Grammy Awards. Titled …
Tinashe Is The Face of Juicy Couture’s Comeback Collection
Tinashe has been chosen to be the face of Juicy Couture’s new Comeback Collection! Juicy Couture has been spending the last few years attempting to bring back the early-2000s Juicy style that we…
John Legend Announces ‘Darkness and Light’ North American Tour
It’s Official! John Legend will be spending his 2017 summer on the road. The “All of Me” singer announced his upcoming tour Monday, February 6th. Joining him on the “Darkness and Light” No…
Rihanna’s Fall Fenty X Puma Collection Will be Shown in Paris on March 6th
Rihanna is transforming Paris into “PahRIH” for the second time. The Barbados Native will be presenting her PUMA Collection, “Fenty Puma by Rihanna” in Paris (again). After a s…
La La Anthony Inks Production Deal With ITV America
Fresh from the success of starring in BET’s New Edition Story, La La Anthony has sealed an exclusive production partnership with ITV America. ITV America is a revered Hollywood studio. Iit is the same…
Terrence J Inks Major Deals With MTV and VH1
Executive producer, TV personality and Are You The One? Aftermatch host Terrence Jenkins (aka Terrence J) has signed a first-look production and talent deal with MTV and VH1. Under the contracts, Jenk…
Designer Riccardo Tisci Leaves Givenchy After 12 Years
Designer Riccardo Tisci, has confirmed this afternoon that he is to leave Givenchy, after 12 years as Creative Director. Tisci has reinvented and modernized the Parisian fashion house founded by Huber…
Donald Glover Signs Major Production Deal With FX Productions
‘Atlanta’ creator and Golden Globe-winner, Donald Glover has signed an exclusive overall deal with FX Productions, where he’ll be developing new projects for the network and other streamin…
Trump Fires US Acting Attorney General Sally Yates After She Declines to Defend Travel Ban
Donald Trump has fired the Acting US Attorney General, Sally Yates. After, she told Justice Department lawyers not to defend Trump’s Executive Order banning entry for people from seven Muslim-ma…
The Prime Minister of Canada Says Refugees Are Welcomed
As Trump’s Executive Order on Immigration stranded people around the world and provoked harsh condemnation, the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, took to Twitter to restate that refugees are a…
President Trump Ordered A Muslim Ban On Holocaust Remembrance Day
In 1939, the German ocean liner St Louis and its 937 passengers, almost all Jewish refugees, were turned away from the port of Miami and sent back to Europe. Of those passengers, 254 were murdered in …
Venus and Serena To Face Off in First Grand Slam Final in 8 Years
Venus and Serena Williams will go head-to-head in the Australian Open Final for the first time in 8 years. The two Compton girls, ages 36 and 35, respectively both won their semi-finals here on Thursd…
MTV Finally Brings Back the Iconic “My Super Sweet 16”
After nearly a decade off of the air, MTV’s My Super Sweet 16 is coming back to our television screens (FINALLY). The music network confirmed the reality television show that flaunted super spoi…
The Return of Thank God It’s Thursday! (TGIT)
Shonda Rhimes is back to leaving us at the edge of our chairs with the return of TGIT! Find out what happens to Alex in Grey’s Anatomy and who killed Wes in How To Get Away With Murder. Scandal …
The Internet’s Syd Goes Solo and Releases Sexy New Single, “Body”
The Internet’s front-woman Syd has launched her solo career and it is now in full swing.Her sexy, intimate new song “Body“ is from her upcoming album Fin which will début on February…
Malia Obama Lands a Hollywood Internship!
Malia Obama has accepted a prestigious Hollywood internship with super-producer Harvey Weinstein at The Weinstein Co. The Weinstein Co., run by brothers Harvey and Bob Weinstein, is the prolific indep…
Expect Yeezy Season 5 and a New Apparel Line by Kanye West Real Soon
Kanye West, the fashion icon is back! Despite the drama around his Yeezy Season 4 show, which included dehydrated models and shoes falling apart, Yeezus is reportedly working on a Yeezy Season 5. Many…
Bryson Tiller Announces his Sophomore Album “True to Self”
After going platinum with no features on his début album “Tap Soul”, Bryson Tiller is ready for more success. The R&B star Bryson revealed details of his forthcoming sophomore album Tr…
Listen To Normani Kordei Covers Two Solange’s Favs With A Mashup ✨
Normani Kordei is showing off her solo star quality with her latest cover of Solonge’s “Dont Touch My Hair” and “Cradles in the Sky”. In an interview Normani Kordei state…
Essence Magazine’s ‘Black Women in Music’ Honors Queen Erykah Badu
Essence Magazine is known for their continuous celebration of Black Women. This year the magazine will honor creative, neo-soul queen, Erykah Badu. The 8th annual “Black Women in Music” event on Thu…
Fifth Harmony is Performing for the First Time Without Camila Cabello this Week
Fifth Harmony is set to perform for the first time without their once upon a time 5th member, Camilia Cabello. The group, now with four members, is set to perform at the 43rd People’s Choice Awa…
MAC Cosmetics’ New Global YouTube Collab Features No Women of Color
MAC Cosmetics announced major news that they will be collaborating with 10 global beauty influencers for a unique launch this spring. Not only is the cosmetic company teaming up with some of the most …
Tracee Ellis Ross’ Historic Golden Globes Win
Tracee Ellis Ross made history at the 2017 Golden Globes! Becoming the first black woman in over 30 years to win an award for Best Actress in a Comedy/Musical. In an amazing category that included nom…
5 Reasons Why You Should Stop Scamming
Joanne the Scammer is all fun and games with her scammer personality; but let’s be real, scamming is a dangerous game to play and can get you into some serious legal problems. As fun as it is to…
Chance The Rapper, Wu-Tang Clan, & Childish Gambino Headline 2017 Governor’s Ball ! #LIT
It’s that time of year again — it’s cold as hell but everyone’s got their minds on the biggest summer festivals of the year. NYC’s very own Governor’s Ball has ann…
Pharrell is Set to be Chanel’s First Male Handbag Model
Everyone knows that Pharrell Williams is a true fashion god. The musician and CFDA Fashion Icon has carved his own personal style. He combines sporty street elements with high fashion pieces to create…
The 2017 NAACP Image Awards Nominees Are In !
The nominees for the 48th annual NAACP Image Awards were announced on December 12th 2017, with Beyoncé leading the pack as expected. If you haven’t heard already, the award show recognizes the b…
Bryson Tiller Announces New Deal With Nike !
All of 2016, Nike has been looking to build more energy around its iconic Air Force 1. They have done so by letting singer/songwriter Bryson Tiller, design his own take on the sneaker. Tiller announce…
Tupac Shakur Gets Inducted Into The Rock Hall Of Fame
It’s been confirmed! Tupac Shakur will be officially inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame next year. The late rapper will be inducted alongside fellow 2017 newcomers Pearl Jam, Joan Ba…
Viola Davis Receives Her Own Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star
Viola Davis continues to dominate Hollywood! The renowned actress and producer is being honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at the top of the new year. Walk of Fame producer Ana Martine…
Mary J Blige, Solange Knowles, and Chaka Khan Headline the 2017 Essence Festival in New Orleans!
Essence has announced the initial lineup for the 2017 Essence Festival Concert Series in New Orleans featuring headliners Diana Ross and Mary J. Blige. The 23rd annual event will take place June 30-Ju…
Meagan Good Gets Bad in ‘Foxy Brown’ TV Series
The 1974 movie Foxy Brown, is headed to television, Hulu specifically, with a TV series adaptation starring Meagan Good in the iconic role. Taking on the Foxy role has been something that Meagan says …
Beyoncé Drops New Video for “All Night”
Lemonade Season is still very much in effect, as Beyoncé unleased the music video for “All Night” on Vevo. The music video had initially only been available on TIDAL and Apple Music, but i…
The Creators of “The People VS O.J. Simpson” Develope New Tupac & Biggie Mini-Series
There is to be yet another Tupac and Biggie project coming to the TV universe; this time, it’s a mini-series. This show will be a scripted, mini series called “Unsolved” and will be done by the same t…
5 Reasons Why “Birth of a Nation” Did Not Do Well
From the largely inaccurate details of Nat Turner and the events surrounding his insurrection to Nate Parker’s dark past coming to light, “Birth of a Nation” seemed to up against all odds at the box o…
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