Nationwide — Taraji P. Henson’s recent visit to Russell Simmons in Bali has sparked controversy on social media, with many users expressing their disapproval of her association with the former […]
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Gymnast Jordan Chiles Stripped of Her Bronze Medal, But New Video Proves She Did Everything Right
Nationwide — In a fresh twist to the ongoing Olympic gymnastics controversy, Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal in the women’s floor exercise final is once again under scrutiny. USA Gymnastics announced […]
Janet Jackson, Now 58 Years Old, Confirms Her Las Vegas Residency Starting in Late 2024
Nationwide — Janet Jackson has announced that she will begin a new residency in Las Vegas in the coming months. The 58-year-old legendary singer is set to perform a series […]
50 Cent Wins $1 Billion Lawsuit From Former Drug Kingpin Alleging He Stole His Life Story
Nationwide — Rapper and television mogul 50 Cent has triumphed in a $1 billion lawsuit filed by Cory “Ghost” Holland, a former drug kingpin, over the hit TV series Power, […]
Chris Redding Makes Waves In Music Advocating for Mental Health and Neurodiversity
Nationwide — Chris Redding, a recording artist and dedicated neurodiversity advocate, is making waves in the music industry and beyond with his latest album, “Visions of Sounds.” As a neurodivergent […]
Rapper Lil Durk’s 10-Year-Old Son Shoots His Stepfather in Defense of His Mom
Nationwide — Last week, a 10-year-old boy, the biological son of rapper Lil Durk, shot his stepfather to protect his mother during a domestic dispute, possibly related to custody issues. […]
Actor Columbus Short Apologizes For Saying That Black Women Are ‘Untrainable’
Nationwide — Actor Columbus Short has issued an apology after he strongly insinuated in a clip on
Keith Lee Explains Why He Dropped Taraji P. Henson’s Rose on the Floor at the BET Awards
Nationwide — At the 2024 BET Awards, host Taraji P. Henson made the mistake of misidentifying Keith Lee in the audience. Afterwards, she gave him a rose and he was […]
Jamie Foxx Explains His Mysterious Hospitalization, "I Was Unconscious For 20 Days"
Nationwide — Jamie Foxx recently shared a shocking experience that left him hospitalized and unconscious for 20 days last year. At a Phoenix restaurant, the 56-year-old Academy Award-winning actor talked […]
Will Smith Performs New Song 'You Can Make It' With Kirk Franklin at BET Awards
Nationwide — Will Smith made a triumphant return to the stage at the 2024 BET Awards, debuting his new song “You Can Make It” and thrilling fans with an energetic […]
NeNe Leakes to Return to Reality TV with New Series on Lifetime Network
Nationwide — Get ready to laugh out loud this summer on Lifetime with a new caught-on-video clip series that explores an everyday facet of life – love. Debuting July 1st […]
Chris Brown Shows Extreme Frustration After Getting Stuck in the Air During Concert
Nationwide — During a recent concert, Chris Brown found himself in an unexpected predicament when a stage malfunction left him suspended in mid-air. The incident occurred during his performance of […]
Martin Lawrence Responds to Rumors of Health Problems
Nationwide — Martin Lawrence, known for his roles in movies like Bad Boys, recently reassured fans about his health. During an appearance on Hot 97’s Ebro in the Morning, the […]
Respected Hip Hop Historian to Produce Docuseries About Whodini, The Fat Boys, and More
In addition to the docuseries, Sean XLG, a rapper, author, and hip-hop music historian will also release his 5th studio album. Nationwide — Sean XLG, a respected rap artist and […]
LA Mayor Karen Bass, Norm Lewis, Stokley, Myles Frost, Councilwoman Heather Hutt Set to Shine as Honorees at the 30th NAACP Theatre Awards
BMF star Michole Briana White to Host, Debbie Allen, Jonathan Majors, LisaRaye, Margaret Avery, Richard Lawson, Kenny Lattimore, Tabitha Brown, cast members of THE CHI, Dorian Missick scheduled to praise […]
Pharrell Williams' Black Ambition Announces 4th Annual Prize Competition, Application Portal Open Now
This year’s Black Ambition Prize Competition is sponsored by Adidas, Comcast NBCUniversal, Heineken, Lennar Foundation, Louis Vuitton, and others. Nationwide — Today, Black Ambition, an organization dedicated to fostering the […]
Black Author Unveils "The Illmatic Investor" to Commemorate Nas' 30th Anniversary of Illmatic
Nationwide — Renowned financial educator and author Ash Cash is proud to announce the release of his latest book, The Illmatic Investor: From Hip-Hop to High Returns – The Art […]
Author Kim L. Dulaney's New Book is an Open Letter to R. Kelly, A Candid Reflection on Celebrity Culture and Its Impact
The author of ‘Star Struck’ deep dives into the complexities of abuse, cancel culture, and redemption. Nationwide — Kim L. Dulaney, acclaimed author and cultural commentator, releases her latest book, […]
New Film Executive Produced by NBA Star Anthony Davis and Directed by Raven Magwood Goodson Set For Digital Release
Nationwide — The highly anticipated independent film Finding Tony, directed by Raven Magwood Goodson and executive produced by NBA star Anthony Davis, is set to make its debut premiere on […]
VH1 Reality Star Chrissy Monroe’s Dental Emergency Highlights Dangers of Seeking Cheaper Dental Work Abroad
Nationwide — Former reality television personality Chrissy Monroe has come forward with a cautionary tale about the perils of seeking dental treatment overseas. Her recent dental emergency has ignited a […]
Grammy-Nominated Afrobeats Star, Ayra Starr, to Headline the Inaugural Midwest Cultural Fest
Nationwide — Ayra Starr, the Afrobeats diva nominated for a Grammy Award, will lead a star studded lineup of international and Haitian artists in celebration of the Midwest’s rich cultural […]
Actress Raven-Symoné Mourns the Loss of Her Younger 31-Year-Old Brother
Nationwide — Raven-Symoné is going through a tough time as she mourns the loss of her younger brother, Blaize Pearman, who passed away at the age of 31. The actress […]
Beyonce’s Backup Singer Who is Also an Uber Driver Serenades Her Passengers
Nationwide — Meet Deanna Dixon, a former backup singer for Beyoncé on her concert tours who is now known as “The Rideshare Queen” on TikTok for serenading her Uber passengers […]
Les Brown and His Daughter, Dr. Ona Brown, to Headline Las Vegas Small Business Conference
The Three-day Event Features Guest Speakers, Workshops, and Multiple Networking Opportunities Nationwide — Dr. Ona Love Brown, and her dad, the legendary Les Brown, will headline the upcoming Expansion Small […]
“The Night Puff Tried to Kill Me” – A Gritty Memoir of Survival in the 90s Hip-Hop Scene
Nationwide — Relentless Aaron, the pen name for DeWitt Gilmore, a prominent figure in the 1990s New York hip-hop scene, announces the release of his latest memoir, The Night Puff […]
Activist Essie Berry Seeks Federal Investigation of Steve Harvey, Alleges Gang Stalking and Bullying
Nationwide — Essie Berry, civil rights activist and widow of Fred “ReRun” Berry from the 1970s sitcom What’s Happening, says that after a decade of allegations, comedian/ media personality Steve […]
12-Year-Old Featured on 'Steve Harvey Show' Finally Launches His Own TV Show
He is Now One of the Youngest TV Executive Producers in the Business Nationwide — 12-year-old Nicholas Buamah, known for his appearance on the Steve Harvey Show at the age […]
T.I. and Tiny Open Their First Affordable Housing Complex in Atlanta
Nationwide — Atlanta rapper T.I., alongside his wife Tiny, graced the ribbon-cutting ceremony of their inaugural affordable housing development on Tuesday. This newly unveiled project encompasses 143 apartments, with an […]
Mo'Nique Wants CBS to Fairly Compensate Her and Actress Countess Vaughn For "The Parkers"
Nationwide — Mo’Nique, known for her role in The Parkers, is urging CBS to provide fair compensation for herself and her co-star Countess Vaughn, as they seek recognition for their […]
Male Success Summit with Keynote Speaker Les Brown Looking for 5,000 Black Men to Make the World Better
An Unforgettable Gathering of Kings, Visionaries, and Inspirational Leaders Coming to Atlanta Nationwide — Dr. Robert J. Watkins, Founder and Chairman of the highly anticipated Kings & Priests event, and […]
Actress Jackée Harry to Star in 3-Part Movie Series on LMN (Lifetime Movie Network)
Nationwide — LMN will debut the three-part movie series event, As Luck Would Have It, starring Jackée Harry (Days of Our Lives) as Gabbi Luck, a retired professor turned amateur […]
Celebrity Black Dentist, Dr. Catrise Austin, Unveils VIP Smiles Dentistry Relaunch in New York City
Nationwide — Celebrated dentist Dr. Catrise Austin announces the exciting relaunch of VIP Smiles Dentistry Practice, centrally located in Midtown New York City. Amidst the vibrant celebration of Black Business […]
Trishauna Clarke Stars Alongside Maurice Hall in "The Seed" - Production Wraps This Week On First-Time Director Vanna James' Inspirational Debut
Former Ohio State Football Star and Mo-tivation Unlimited Producer Maurice Hall Leads Indie Feature That Defies L.A. Production Odds Nationwide — Production is wrapping this week on The Seed, the […]
Master P Says He Wants Rap Snacks to Go Public and Create More Black Wealth
Nationwide — Rapper Master P says Rap Snacks is considering going public as the brand looks for ways to expand Black ownership and create more opportunities for communities to build wealth. […]
Megan Thee Stallion Makes History With Nine New Certified Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Singles
Nationwide — Megan Thee Stallion has added nine new RIAA certifications to her music achievements, including her first Diamond award. The Houston rapper also reached new milestones for several major […]
Kanye West to Perform Two Sold Out Concerts in Russia After UK Ban and European Concert Cancellations
Nationwide — Kanye West is set to perform two sold-out concerts in Russia despite being barred from entering the UK and losing several shows across Europe. The rapper continues to […]
Vivica A. Fox Stars in and Produces the New LMN Thriller “The Wrong Housemaid”
HYBRID Returns with Another Twisting Suspense Thriller Featuring April Hale, Michael Paré, Grace Field and Demetris Otis Nationwide — Acclaimed actress and producer Vivica A. Fox reunites with HYBRID for […]
Black Teen Battling Cancer Who Met Ludacris and Other Music Artists Sadly Passes Away
Nationwide — Leeland Harris, a 16-year-old African American teen from Atlanta, Georgia, died after a battle with osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Days before his death, he was able […]
Will Smith to Star with Jaafar Jackson in New Action Thriller "Supermax" on Prime Video
Nationwide — Will Smith is set to star alongside Jaafar Jackson in the upcoming action thriller Supermax, which will become Jaafar’s second major acting project after his breakout performance in […]
Oprah Winfrey’s South Africa Girls’ Leadership Academy Will Close After 20 Years
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey announced that her South African girls’ academy will close its current operations by the end of 2027. She shares plans to move toward a larger scholarship […]
Oprah Winfrey Reveals That She Was Born With a Different Name
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey revealed that the name she became famous for was not the name written on her birth certificate. The media mogul said she was actually born Orpah, but […]
Whoopi Goldberg in Trouble With the FCC For Urging Her Viewers to Vote for Candidates Who Oppose Trump
Nationwide — Whoopi Goldberg sparked renewed controversy after her comments on The View appeared to urge viewers to support candidates who oppose President Trump. The remarks came while the daytime […]
Don Lemon Says He Is Considering 2028 Presidential Run, Believes He Could Be a "Really Good" President
Nationwide — Don Lemon said he is seriously considering a run for president in 2028 after years of being repeatedly asked about his political ambitions. The former CNN host said […]
Rapper Boosie Files Lawsuit After Paying $600K for Trump Pardon Deal That Never Happened
Nationwide — Rapper Boosie Badazz has filed a lawsuit over a failed presidential pardon effort, claiming he paid $600,000 for help securing clemency. The rapper is now seeking to recover part […]
LeBron James' Wife, Savannah, Responds to Criticism About Him Leaving the Lakers
Nationwide — Savannah James, the wife of NBA star LeBron James, defended her husband after critics reacted to his decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers. She addressed the constant […]
Disney to Bring Back "The Cheetah Girls" With Raven-Symone and the Other Original Cast Members
Nationwide — The Cheetah Girls franchise is making a comeback with a new Disney movie titled The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen. Original cast members Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon, and Sabrina Bryan […]
Tiffany Haddish's 2022 DUI Case Heads to Trial After Judge Rejects Her Dismissal Request
Nationwide — Tiffany Haddish’s 2022 DUI case will move forward after a Georgia judge rejected her request to dismiss the charges. The actress and comedian is now set to face trial […]
Rapper Nipsey Hussle's Children Finally Receive Their $11 Million Inheritance 7 Years After His Death
Nationwide — Nipsey Hussle’s children, 17-year-old Emani and 9-year-old Kross, have received their inheritance from his estate through cash and other assets. The late rapper’s estimated $11 million estate was […]
Big Tigger's Wife Facing Years in Prison After Being Arrested for Kidnapping Charges
Nationwide — Alicia Denise Brown, the wife of Atlanta radio host Big Tigger, has been arrested in Georgia after authorities said she was wanted on kidnapping-related warrants from Maryland. Her […]
Mathew Knowles Says He Was Already a Millionaire Before Beyoncé’s Rise to Fame
Nationwide — Mathew Knowles is responding to claims that Beyoncé made him wealthy after she became famous. The music executive says he and his former wife, Tina Knowles, had already built […]
Brian McKnight Sparks Criticism After Controversial Interview With His Grandchildren's Stepfather
Nationwide — Singer Brian McKnight is facing renewed criticism after interviewing the stepfather of his estranged son’s children for his Fatherhood Fridays podcast. Their discussion about fatherhood and family relationships […]
Mara Brock Akil Needs $50M Budget to Make a "Girlfriends" Film Based on the Early 2000s TV Sitcom
Nationwide — Mara Brock Akil, creator and showrunner of the early 2000s TV sitcom Girlfriends, is working to bring the beloved series back as a feature film. She has the […]
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Responds to Allegedly Being Broke, "I Still Have All My Houses"
Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. is responding to ongoing rumors that he is facing financial struggles. The undefeated boxing champion said his recent fights and business moves are not signs of […]
Footage Shows Big Tigger Somewhat Wrestling With His Wife Trying to Get His Phone Back
Nationwide — Recently released footage shows radio host Big Tigger somewhat wrestling with his wife and repeatedly asking for his phone back. In the video posted by Atlanta Black Star, […]
Jermaine Jackson Wins Court Ruling and is Not Required to Pay $6.5M for Abuse Allegations
Nationwide — Jermaine Jackson, one of the members of the Jackson 5, has won a court ruling that overturned a $6.5 million default judgment in a Los Angeles sexual assault […]
LeBron James Leaves the Lakers, But He is Not Retiring... No News Yet About Bronny
Nationwide — LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers and will hit the free agent market this offseason, his agent confirmed. He is not retiring and plans to continue […]
Rapper 50 Cent Faces Backlash Over Performance at Donald Trump Jr's 4th of July Event
Nationwide — Rapper and media mogul 50 Cent is facing backlash after reports surfaced that he is set to perform at Donald Trump Jr.’s private 4th of July weekend celebration. […]
Former NFL Star Chris Johnson Opens Up About Battling ALS at Age 39
Nationwide — Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he has been diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. He said doctors confirmed the condition last year after he began […]
Ray J Confirms Boxing Match With Orlando Brown Set for August Despite Recent Hospitalization
Nationwide — Singer Ray J has confirmed that he will fight actor Orlando Brown in a celebrity boxing match scheduled for August. The announcement comes after Ray J’s recent loss […]
Singer Alicia Keys Reveals Why She Told Her Dad to Stay Out of Her Life
Nationwide — Alicia Keys says she cut ties with her father when she was 13 years old after years of absence and repeated broken promises. A new documentary revisits the […]
Ice Cube and Nia Long to Star in Another "Are We There Yet?" Sequel After Nearly 20 Years
Nationwide — Ice Cube and Nia Long are set to reunite for another Are We There Yet? sequel. The actors return to the franchise as development begins on a new story […]
Whoopi Goldberg on the Knicks Accepting Trump's Invitation, "I Want Those Black Men to Stand in Our House"
Nationwide — After winning the NBA championship, the New York Knicks faced attention over a planned visit to the White House hosted by President Donald Trump. On “The View,” co-host […]
Actor Clifton Davis Credits Work and Family Support for Helping Him Stay Healthy at 80
Nationwide — Clifton Davis shares how he stays sharp and healthy at 80 while reflecting on his long career and role in Beyond the Gates. He credits work, routine, and […]
$90M Lawsuit Against Chris Brown Ends in Mistrial Because of Juror Misconduct
Nationwide — A Los Angeles civil trial involving Chris Brown ended in mistrial after juror misconduct disrupted the proceedings. The $90 million lawsuit centers on allegations tied to a 2020 […]