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Jay-Z and Beyonce Are Reportedly Making Millions From the Cheating Rumors

Nationwide — Did Jay-Z really cheat? Or is the whole thing a big money-making scheme? Well, according to some reports, the superstar couple made a joint decision to make up […]

Robert L. Johnson Releases Statement on the Death of Prince

West Palm Beach, FL — Robert L. Johnson, Founder & Chairman of The RLJ Companies, RLJ Entertainment, and the Founder of Black Entertainment Television, recently released the following statement:

Confirmed: Prince Dead at 57 Year Old -- Plus 10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Him!

Nationwide — According to TMZ and other reputable sources, it has been confirmed that the artist known as Prince, (full name Prince Rogers Nelson) has died at the young age […]

Viola Davis to Star With Denzel Washington in Film Adaptation of August Wilson's "Fences"

Hollywood, CA — According to HollywoodsBlackRenaissance.com, Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis and two-time Oscar winner Denzel Washington, will star in a film adaptation of August Wilson’s Fences to be released next […]

"Express Yourself" Rhythm & Blues Great Charles Wright Releases 1st Memoir "Up From Where We've Come" Along With New Single "She Don't Believe in Love"

— Get Ready for the “Express Yourself” Book Signing Tour — Los Angeles, CA — Borrowed by Dr. Dre, Madonna and Diplo; sampled looped by N.W.A. and themed by the […]

Are Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry Really Fighting? -- Tyler Perry Breaks His Silence

Nationwide — Rumors say that there’s bad blood between media mogul Oprah Winfrey and filmmaker/ TV director Tyler Perry. An article from the The Daily Mail has reported that Oprah […]

600 Million Africans Getting Electricity -- Thanks to Rapper/Singer Akon!

Nationwide — More than 600 million people in Africa do not have access to electricity, particularly those who live in rural areas. Not only does this create a problem for […]

NAACP Theatre Awards Celebrated Black Excellence In Theatre

— Winner’s announced at Red Carpet Press Conference — Los Angeles, CA — The Beverly Hills/Hollywood NAACP branch has recognized the exceptional impact African Americans have contributed to the world […]

New Rap Song "We Rep Carolina" By Hip-Hop Artist, Big Youngstar, Explodes on the Internet

Charleston, SC — With an extremely aggressive marketing campaign, Big Youngstar’s single and YouTube Video entitled “We Rep Carolina” was released on March 2, 2016, distributed universally, and in just […]

"Cosby" Star Admits He's Losing Money Because of Reruns Not Being Aired -- Says, "What About Woody Allen?"

Nationwide — Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who played Theo on the 1980’s hit sitcom The Cosby Show, recently opened about how he feels about the show’s reruns being pulled off the […]

Miami Police Union Upset That Beyonce Used Her NFL Super Bowl Performance to Promote the Black Panthers

Miami, FL — Javier Ortiz, president of a local police union in Miami, Floria wants to boycott superstar Beyonce’s upcoming concert in Miami, Floria because he says that during her […]

Remember Him? Actor Orlando Brown of "That's So Raven" Arrested For Battery and Drug Possession

Los Angeles, CA — 28-year old actor Orlando Brown, best known for his role in Disney’s That’s So Raven with actress Raven Symone, has been arrested in Los Angeles for […]

Celebrity Conversationist Sierra Nicole Delves Deeper with Dirty Money's Kalenna in "The Chic Cave" -- Live in Atlanta

Chic Cave and Sierra Nicole Present Kalenna at Hookah Loft

Atlanta, GA — Hailed as the ‘Celebrity Conversationist’ and truth trailblazer of Atlanta, it is not often that you find a radio personality that has a heart for the people […]

Stacey Dash Slammed By Aunt Viv of "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" -- Says, "Slap The Little Bit of Black Off Her"

Nationwide — Actress Janet Hubert, who played Aunt Viv in the 90’s sitcom “Fresh Prince of Belair”, said in a HuffPost Live interview that Stacey Dash needs to get her […]

Jagged Edge Singer Reveals Why He Brutally Beat His Wife In Steve Harvey Interview

Kyle Norman of Jagged Edge With His Wife on the Steve Harvey Show

Nationwide — Kyle Norman, a member of the hit 90’s R&B group Jagged Edge, recently sat down with Steve Harvey to discuss why he brutally attacked his wife while they […]

Solomon Jaye’s Highly Anticipated Debut Album "Ordinary Man" Now Available

— Be Among the First to Hear the Incredible Solo Album of the Soulful Singer from Vocal Super Group “The Edge Effect” on iTunes, Google Play, CDBaby and More — […]

Mo’Nique Defends Her Decision To Have an Open Marriage -- Says, "It Was My Idea!"

Nationwide — Since 2006, actress and former talk show host Mo’Nique has been very open to the public about her open marriage with husband Sidney Hicks. But she says that […]

5 Black Actors Who Should Have Been Nominated For Oscars

Nationwide — Although Cheryl Boone Issacs, the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), is African American, the lack of diversity continues when it comes to […]

Ex Boyz II Men Member on Why He Left the Group -- Says, "It All Came Down To Money"

Nationwide — If you’ve been to a Boyz II Men concert lately, you may have noticed that there are no longer four members. Just Nathan, Wanya, and Sean are the […]

What Ever Happened to This Young Talented Actor From the "Ray" Movie?

Nationwide — What ever happened to CJ Sanders, the young actor who played young Ray Charles in the 2004 film “Ray”? Well, he’s now 19 years old and playing football […]

Bill Cosby Arrested and Officially Charged -- But Should a 78-Year Old Man Go to Jail For Decades-Old Crimes?

Elkins Park, PA — Actor/ comedian Bill Cosby, who has been accused by more than 50 women of sexual assault, has for the first time ever been arrested and officially […]

Michael Jackson's "Thriller" Album Just Broke Another All-Time Record

Nationwide — The late Michael Jackson has already set just about every album sales record, but there are a few more milestones that can be reached even after his death. […]

Shaquille O'Neal Shares Financial Advice -- Says, "I Once Spent $1 Million Dollars in 45 Minutes"

Nationwide — NBA superstar turned sports commentator, Shaquille O’Neal, recently admited to CNN that he didn’t start off managing money too well. After signing his first professional contract in at […]

Will Smith Announces First Real Tour With DJ Jazzy Jeff -- Plus "Bad Boys 3" is in Production

Nationwide — Rapper/actor Will Smith says he and DJ Jazzy Jeff are going on tour in the summer of 2016 because they never got a chance to do so back […]

Viewers Want Raven Symoné Fired From ABC's "The View" For Not Being a "Strong Black Role Model"

Nationwide — Actress Raven Symoné has made herself the center of attention again, and this time many viewers of ABC’s “The View” want her off the show.

Mike Tyson Endorses Donald Trump For President -- Says, "He's Not a Racist"

Nationwide — Former champion boxer Mike Tyson has officially endorsed billionaire Donald Trump for the next president of the United States. He made the announcement recently during an interview with […]

Racist 'Star Wars' Fans Upset About Leading Black Character -- 5 Reasons Why That's Silly!

Star Wars VII Featuring Black Lead Character

Nationwide — If you haven’t heard by now, there are some racist “Star Wars” fans that are trying to organize an online boycott of the upcoming Star Wars: Episode VII […]

Former NBA Star Lamar Odom Found Unconscious; Reportedly Fighting for His Life

Las Vegas, NV — Former NBA star Lamar Odom was recently found unconscious and currently remains unconscious at a Nevada hospital. According to TMZ, he was found unresponsive at the […]

Tracy "T-Mac" McGrady Launches Mobile HBCU Fundraising Campaign During Black College Tour

Tracy "T-Mac" McGrady wans to raise $1M per HBCU

— HBCU Give 105 Initiative Focuses on Building Awareness and Increasing Enrollment at Historically Black Colleges & Universities — Atlanta, GA — HBCU Direct, LLC (HD), a marketing collective specializing […]

Donald Trump Says He Can Woo Black Voters -- But SC Black Business Event Doesn't Go So Well

Nationwide — Real estate mogul and Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, says he feels very confident that he can win the Black vote. However, he recently spoke at an event […]

Bobby Brown Speaks Out on the Death of His Daughter, Bobbi Kristina

Nationwide — In his first televised interview since his daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown died, singer Bobby Brown and his wife appeared on The Real and he finally spoke out about […]

RLJ Entertainment Acquires "Nina" -- Starring Zoe Saldana and Golden Globe Nominee David Oyelowo

Los Angeles, CA — RLJ Entertainment (NASDAQ: RLJE), founded by Robert L. Johnson, RLJE Chairman and Founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) has acquired all North American rights to the […]

Rapper Akon Arrested After Tesla Cybertruck Incident in Georgia

Nationwide — Akon, the 52-year-old Senegalese-American singer known for his global hits and major philanthropic efforts in Africa, made headlines again after a surprising arrest in Roswell, Georgia tied to […]

Vivica A. Fox Tells Women Not to Date 50 Cent and Other Rappers, He Responds

Nationwide — African American actress and entrepreneur Vivica A. Fox is warning women against dating rappers, including 50 Cent, saying relationships with them can bring drama and heartbreak, based on […]

Wendy Williams' Neurologist Says She Doesn't Have Frontotemporal Dementia

Nationwide — Television personality and former talk show host Wendy Williams is fighting to regain control of her life and finances after more than three years under a court-ordered guardianship. […]

NFL Player Marshawn Kneeland Died from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound, Texted Family Goodbye

Nationwide — Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away early Thursday morning at the age of 24, following what authorities describe as an apparent mental health crisis that […]

Rapper Nicki Minaj Praises Trump For Threatening Military Action in Nigeria

Nationwide — Nicki Minaj praised President Trump for threatening military action against Nigeria over what he described as the “slaughter” of Christians. She said his message made her thankful to […]

Brandy and Ray J Reunite on Stage After Months of Family Tension

Nationwide — Brandy and Ray J reunited on stage during her Atlanta concert, marking their first public appearance together after months of family tension. The siblings hugged in front of cheering […]

No Limit Rapper Young Bleed Dies at 51 Years Old Just Days After Verzuz Battle

Nationwide — Rapper Young Bleed, who rose to fame under Master P’s No Limit Records in the late 1990s, has died at 51 years old after suffering a brain aneurysm in […]

Toni Braxton Opens Up About Marriage to Birdman, Talks About Their Secret Wedding

Nationwide — Toni Braxton is opening up about her marriage to rapper Birdman, revealing how their decades-long friendship slowly turned into love, their secret 2024 wedding, and the challenges they faced […]

Mo'Nique Reveals Why She'll Never Stop Going After Tyler Perry and Oprah

Mo'Nique feud with Tyler Perry and Oprah

Nationwide — Mo’Nique says she will never stop calling out Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey until they publicly take responsibility for what she claims was damage to her career and […]

Gayle King is Reportedly Leaving "CBS Mornings" When Her Contract Ends

Nationwide — Gayle King is reportedly preparing to leave CBS Mornings when her contract ends in May 2026, though CBS says no final decision has been made about her role or […]

Tyler Perry Criticized for Donating $100K to Pastor Who Chastised Black Mom for Not Giving $2K

Nationwide — Tyler Perry is facing backlash after donating $100,000 to Bishop Marvin Winans, a pastor in Detroit, Michigan, who went viral for scolding a woman during a church fundraiser […]

Kim Kardashian Suffers Brain Aneurysm, Blames Kanye West

Nationwide — Kim Kardashian, 44, has revealed a frightening health scare during the Season 7 premiere of “The Kardashians.” The reality star and entrepreneur learned she had suffered a small […]

9-1-1 Actor Rockmond Dunbar Loses Disney Lawsuit About His Religious Beliefs

Nationwide — Actor Rockmond Dunbar broke down in tears after losing his lawsuit against Disney, where he claimed he was fired from the hit TV show 9-1-1 for refusing the […]

Family of Former NFL Player Who Died in Police Custody Says He Struggled With Mental Health

Nationwide — Doug Martin, an African American NFL player, died after being taken into police custody in Oakland, California. His family revealed that he had been struggling with mental health […]

Rep. Jasmine Crockett Responds to Stephen A. Smith’s Criticism, He Backtracks

Nationwide — Rep. Jasmine Crockett responded quietly after sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized her political approach, sparking backlash and online debate. Smith later clarified his remarks, saying he meant […]

Singer D'Angelo Dies Just Months After Angie Stone from Pancreatic Cancer

Nationwide — Neo-soul icon D’Angelo — who shared a son with fellow singer Angie Stone — has died at the age of 51, just months after Stone’s passing earlier this […]

WNBA Star Angel Reese Becomes First Athlete to Join Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

Nationwide — WNBA superstar Angel Reese is stepping off the court and onto the runway as she joins the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, becoming the first professional athlete to walk […]

Singer Mario Addresses Rumors About Him Not Liking Black Women

Nationwide — Singer Mario has responded to online rumors claiming he does not like Black women, after social media backlash over his relationship. He defended himself in an Instagram Story, […]

The Kelly Levert Group Honors Legacy and Prepares for Major Milestones

Nationwide — The Levert name has long been recognized in the music industry, celebrated for its soulful voices, dynamic performances, and lasting influence on generations of listeners. Today, that legacy […]

Man Accused of Stealing Beyoncé’s Unreleased Songs Finally Arrested in Georgia

Nationwide — Kelvin Evans, the man accused of stealing Beyoncé’s unreleased music and tour plans, was arrested two months after allegedly breaking into her choreographer’s car in Atlanta. The stolen […]

Tyler Perry Studios Accused of Bullying Black Journalist for Covering Rape Allegations

Nationwide — Essie Berry, nationally respected victims advocate and widow of TV legend Fred “Rerun” Berry, is calling out Tyler Perry Studios and its Vice President Mark Swinton for what […]

Tennis Legend Venus Williams Honored With Collectible Barbie Doll

Nationwide — Tennis superstar Venus Williams is being honored with a Barbie Inspiring Women doll that celebrates all of her Grand Slam victories and her fight for gender equality in […]

Snoop Dogg Questions LGBTQ Scenes in Kids’ Movies: “We Have to Show That at This Age?”

Snoop Dogg criticizes LGBTQ representation in kids' movies

Nationwide — Snoop Dogg shared that his grandson’s questions about a same-sex couple in Pixar’s Lightyear left him speechless. The rapper said he struggled to explain how two women could […]

NBA Star Jaylen Brown's Dad Arrested for Attempted Murder in Las Vegas

Jaylen Brown and his dad who was arrested for attempted murder

Nationwide — The father of NBA star Jaylen Brown, former boxer Quenton Marselles Brown, was arrested in Las Vegas on attempted murder charges after allegedly stabbing youth football coach Cross […]

Rapper Lil Nas X Arrested, Hospitalized for Possible Overdose

Nationwide — Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles after allegedly assaulting a police officer. Hours earlier, witnesses reported him wandering around with hardly any clothes on Ventura Blvd. […]

Singer Tamar Braxton Says She Almost Died After Being Found in Pool of Her Own Blood

Nationwide — Tamar Braxton revealed she nearly died after a mysterious incident left her in a pool of blood with serious injuries. The singer said she fractured her nose, lost […]

Black Woman Makes History as the Only Dentist Offering Affordable, No Prep Neer Veneer Smile Makeovers in NYC and Michigan

Nationwide — Celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Catrise Austin, known as “The Queen of Smiles” for transforming the smiles of stars like Cardi B and boxing champion Claressa Shields, is changing […]