Loma Linda, CA — On or about June 30, 2016 at approximately 3:30 a.m. Mr. Robertson, an offensive lineman with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers home visiting friends, arrived at the […]
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Singer Chaka Khan Cancels Show -- Checks Into Rehab For Pain Killer Addiction
Nationwide — Just two days before she was set to perform at the California State Fair, 63-year old singer Chaka Khan reportedly canceled her performance, and announced that she will […]
Kevin Durant Leaving Oklahoma City Thunder; Heading to Golden State Warriors
Oakland, CA — OKC Thunder NBA star Kevin Durant has decided to change teams, and has already signed with the Golden State Warriors. He has apparently decided that he has […]
Randal Pinkett Vs. Omarosa -- Former "Apprentice" Contestants Talk About Donald Trump
Nationwide — Both Omarosa Manigault and Randal Pinkett starred in Donald Trump’s hit reality show, “The Apprentice”. Omarosa, however, was fired and in the fourth season, but Randal Pinkett was […]
LeBron James Passes Michael Jordan as the Most Valuable Player in NBA History
Nationwide — According to the Washington Post, “Lebron James has moved past Michael Jordan in post-season value over replacement, a box score estimate of the points per 100 possessions that […]
Rapper T.I. and Tiny's Daughter, Zonnique, Arrested for Taking a Gun Through Airport Security
Atlanta, GA — Zonnique Pullins, the daughter of rapper/actor T.I. and Tameka “Tiny” Harris, was arrested recently for carrying a concealed weapon through security at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. According […]
UMC – Urban Movie Channel Celebrates Black Music Month with June Streaming Slate, Paying Homage to Musical Icons and Hip Hop Legends
— First Premiere, “Welcome to Blackroc,” Debuts Friday, June 10 — Los Angeles, CA — In honor of Black Music Month, RLJ Entertainment’s Urban Movie Channel (UMC) presents a month […]
2016 Cincinnati Music Festival Rolling into Cincinnati, July 22 to 23
— Each year, the festival draws a wonderful mix of Old School and the hottest contemporary R&B music performers to its stage. — Cincinnati, OH — QLZ Productions, LLP will […]
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
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
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 […]
Basketball Star Angel Reese Joins Atlanta Dream After Major WNBA Trade
Nationwide — Angel Reese has been traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream in a major WNBA deal that includes future draft picks. Atlanta adds the All-Star forward to […]
Actor Terry Crews' Wife, Rebecca, Reveals She Has Parkinson’s Disease
Nationwide — Rebecca King-Crews, the wife of actor Terry Crews, has been quietly battling Parkinson’s disease for nearly a decade. She has now shared her experience publicly after a recent […]
Tiger Woods Asked “I’m Being Arrested?” in Released Body Camera Footage After Crash
Nationwide — Body camera footage shows Tiger Woods being arrested after a rollover crash in Florida that led to a DUI investigation. He underwent field sobriety tests at the scene, […]
Howard University Creates New Course Inspired By Cardi B's Impact and Her Newest Album
Nationwide — Howard University, an HBCU in Washington, DC, is launching a Cardi B focused course for Fall 2026 that studies her music rollout, branding, and cultural impact. It uses her […]
Brandy Opens Up About Secret Teen Relationship With Boyz II Men's Wanya Morris
Nationwide — Singer Brandy has revealed in her book Phases: A Memoir that she once had a secret romantic relationship with Boyz II Men singer Wanya Morris while she was a […]
Amber Rose Says That White People Should Be Able to Say the N-Word
Nationwide — White model Amber Rose said white people should be allowed to say the n-word, arguing that society gives too much power to offensive language. She argued that removing […]
Fans of TLC Say That Chilli’s White Boyfriend Has Her “Thinking White”
Nationwide — TLC group member Chilli is under public scrutiny after reports linked her to political donations and resurfaced social media activity, sparking debate among fans about her personal choices […]
Tiger Woods Refuses to Hire a Driver Despite Having Caused Two DUI Car Crashes
Nationwide — Tiger Woods continues to refuse to hire a driver despite a recent DUI arrest and a history of car crashes, saying he prefers to drive himself. The golf […]
Solange’s 21-Year-Old Son is Rumored to be Dating a 41-Year-Old Reality TV Star
Nationwide — Daniel Julez Smith Jr, the 21-year-old son of Solange Knowles, sparked dating rumors with 41-year-old reality star Tommie Lee after social media videos surfaced online. The pair appeared […]
Kandi Burruss to Pay Her Ex-Husband 6 Figures in Divorce Settlement
Nationwide — Kandi Burruss will pay her ex-husband Todd Tucker $426,000 as part of their divorce settlement. Neither side will receive child support or spousal support. They will share custody of […]
Justin Timberlake Jokes About Being White in Recently-Released DWI Arrest Footage
Nationwide — Justin Timberlake joked about being white and called police officers “wild” in newly released footage from his June 2024 DWI arrest in New York. The video showing the […]
Angie Stone’s Children Sell Her Atlanta Home Amid Financial Struggles Following Her Death
Nationwide — Angie Stone’s children are putting their mom’s Atlanta home on the market after struggling to cover expenses following her sudden death last year. According to the family, debts […]
Mama Tina’s Gumbo Reopens at Houston Rodeo After Brief Shutdown by Health Dept
Nationwide — Mama Tina’s Gumbo was temporarily shut down at the Houston Rodeo, but it quickly reopened after passing a health inspection. Fans quickly returned, eager to try the Creole […]
Whoopi Goldberg's New Documentary to Explore Her Life and Legacy
Nationwide — Whoopi Goldberg is set to star in a new documentary that offers an intimate look at her life, career, and family. The film will weave together archival footage, […]
Brian McKnight Takes Legal Action Against Radio Station Over Claims That He's Abusive
Nationwide — Brian McKnight is taking legal action against a North Carolina radio station and its host, claiming they falsely painted him as an abusive and neglectful father. He says the […]
Sports Commentator Stephen A. Smith Changes His Mind About Running for President in 2028
Nationwide — Stephen A. Smith has shut down speculation about a 2028 presidential run, saying he won’t give up his high-paying media career. The ESPN star confirmed on Sean Hannity’s […]
Notorious B.I.G.’s Daughter Launches Big Poppa's Steakhouse in Her Dad's Honor
Nationwide — T’yanna Wallace, the daughter of The Notorious B.I.G., is turning her father’s dream into reality with Big Poppa’s Steakhouse. She recently hosted a private tasting in Manhattan, celebrating […]
Pastor Jamal Bryant Lost a Lot of Followers By Trying to End the Target Boycott
Nationwide — Pastor Jamal Bryant controversially announced the end of the yearlong Target boycott last week, praising the retailer for investing $2 billion in Black-owned businesses and meeting most of […]
Celebrity Blogger Tasha K Starts GoFundMe to Pay $3.5M Legal Debt to Cardi B
Nationwide — Celebrity blogger Tasha K, who has been in a long-running legal battle with Cardi B, has launched a GoFundMe page to help pay off her $3.5 million judgment. She’s […]
50 Cent Teases Docuseries on T.I. and Tiny Harris' Previous Sexual Assault Allegations
Nationwide — Rapper 50 Cent hinted he may be working on a new documentary about T.I. and Tiny Harris, focusing on sexual abuse allegations against the couple. He teased the […]
Tyler Perry Starts Production on New Netflix Series "Where There's Smoke"
Nationwide — Filmmaker Tyler Perry is launching a new firefighter drama on Netflix, Where There’s Smoke. The 16-episode series follows firefighters facing danger on the job while dealing with personal struggles […]
Ray J’s Mom Speaks Out About His Condition, "It's Not Him Trying to Get Attention"
Nationwide — Ray J’s mom, Sonja Norwood, addressed rumors about her son’s health, confirming that his condition is serious and real. She asked fans to stop speculating and respect his privacy […]
Bill Cosby Seeks to Block Witnesses in New Sexual Assault Case
Nationwide — Bill Cosby is trying to block Janice Dickinson and several other women from testifying in a new lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault. He also wants to keep […]
Rapper DJ Quik’s Son Receives 15-Year Sentence for 2022 Murder
Nationwide — David Blake Jr., son of rapper DJ Quik, was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for a 2022 shooting in Downey, California. He was convicted of […]
Wu-Tang Clan Co-Founder Oliver “Power” Grant Dies at Age 52
Nationwide — Wu-Tang Clan co-founder and cultural architect Oliver “Power” Grant has sadly passed away at age 52. He was known for building the group’s business empire and creating the […]
Producer Teddy Riley Says He Regrets Saying He Would Work With R. Kelly Again
Nationwide — R&B legend Teddy Riley is apologizing for defending R. Kelly after suggesting he would help release 25 albums the singer reportedly recorded in prison. Riley says his love for […]
Stephen A. Smith Downplays Racism, Says It's Not as "Prevalent" Anymore
Nationwide — Stephen A. Smith is under fire for saying that racism isn’t as widespread today and that most Americans judge people by character rather than skin color. The sports […]
Ray J Denies Using Fake Blood During Recent Performance
Nationwide — Ray J allegedly used fake blood around his eyes during his February 14 concert in Shreveport, Louisiana, sparking concern online. The R&B singer addressed the claims, saying the […]
Barack Obama Says Trump's Racist Video of Him and Michelle is "Troubling"
Nationwide — Former President Barack Obama spoke out after President Donald Trump’s social media account posted a video showing him and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes. He called the […]
Kandi Burruss Says Her Ex-Husband Lives in Her Guest House, But Refuses to Pay Rent
Nationwide — Singer and songwriter Kandi Burruss says her estranged husband, Todd Tucker, has been living in her Atlanta guest house without paying rent or contributing to household and child […]
14-Year-Old Girl in R. Kelly Video That Got Him Convicted is Now Grown and Speaking Out
Nationwide — Reshona Landfair, who was 14 years old when a video leaked showing singer R. Kelly urinating on her, has finally revealed her identity and is sharing her story […]
Kid Rock Says Jay-Z is a “DEI Hire” for the Super Bowl Halftime Shows
Nationwide — Kid Rock is criticizing Jay-Z’s role as the executive producer of the Super Bowl halftime shows since 2020, calling him a “DEI hire” and linking recent NFL performances […]