Nationwide — Singer and actress Jill Scott is on the cover of the September 2014 issue of Essence magazine, and inside she talks about her amazing 63-pound weight loss journey.
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I Got on Up to Go See "Get on Up" About the Late James Brown, But Was Kind of Disappointed -- Here's Why!
By Kam Williams Nationwide — Just last year, Chadwick Boseman successfully channeled the spirit of Jackie Robinson in 42, a powerful biopic about the Hall of Fame great who made […]
Rapper Ma$e Says, "I'm Done With the Church" -- Already Working on a New Album Due Out This October
Harlem, NY — 36-year old Mason Betha, better known as Ma$e, has reportedly cut all ties with the church and is now back involved with rap music. TMZ reports that […]
"I Bet You Had No Idea That These 12 Black Celebrities Are Turning 50 Years Old In 2014"
Nationwide — It happens to everyone as time goes by, and there is nothing any of us can do about it! It’s called aging, and some of our favorite African […]
This Guy Says Essence Magazine Has No, Well... Essence -- It's Kind of Harsh, But Is He Right?
Nationwide — NNPA columnist Raynard Jackson recently wrote a column entitled Nothing Essential About Essence where he attacks Essence Communications (the producers of Essence Magazine and Essence Music Festival) for […]
Comedian/Actress Cocoa Brown Joins Author Angela Clay to Co-Host the Fifth Annual "Loving The Me I See" Girls’ Self-Esteem Workshop
Dallas, TX — Get ready for an empowering day at the Fifth Annual “Loving The Me I See” Girls’ Self-Esteem Workshop on Saturday, July 26, 2014, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 […]
Award-Winning Director, Writer Alton Glass Makes History at the 18th Annual American Black Film Festival, ‘CRU’
— ‘CRU’ sweeps festival, nabs all awards in nominated categories — Los Angeles, CA — Celebrated director, writer, producer Alton Glass is no stranger to the American Black Film Festival […]
Singer/Songwriter Dominique Toney Debuts with Eclectic & Confessional Alternative Soul-Pop Song Cycle A Love Like Ours
— 11-song CD Features Special Guests Ray Parker Jr. and Dominique’s Father Kevin Toney (founding keyboardist of The Blackbyrds) — Nationwide — Prepare to see and hear a lot of […]
Actor Michael Ealy Speaks on "Barbershop 3," "Think Like A Man 3," and Why He Has Blue Eyes
Nationwide — Michael Ealy, the blue-eyed hunk was named one of People magazines’ “On the Verge” actors in the magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” 2002 and 2013 issues. Furthermore, he was […]
Las Vegas Comedian James Bean Releases Candid Account Of His Struggle With Suicide In "When The Humor Is Gone"
“James Bean has shown insight and understanding of the darkest moments of many people’s lives as well as ideas on how one could begin to create a life worth living […]
Think Twice About Going to See "Think Like a Man Too" -- Steve Harvey's Sequel Gets a 2 out 4 Rating
By Kam Williams Nationwide — The surprise hit Think Like a Man was #1 at the box-office over its opening weekend back in April of 2012. Inspired by Steve Harvey’s […]
Actress Lupita Nyong'o Beautifully Graces the Cover of Vogue Magazine's July 2014 Issue
Hollywood, CA — Finally, Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is on the cover of the July 2014 issue of Vogue Magazine wearing a colorful printed Prada dress. Shot by photographer Mikael […]
Controversial, But Hilarious "Dear White People" Film Creates Viral Uproar -- Coming to Theatres in October
Hollywood, CA — The controversial, but hilarious film Dear White People tells the story of a riot that breaks out after white Ivy League college students throw a party mocking […]
Why We Love Ruby Dee and Will Miss Her -- Groundbreaking Actress and Civil Rights Activist Dies At Age 91
New Rochelle, NY — Ruby Dee, a well-respected actress and civil rights activist, has died at the age of 91. Her career spanned stage, radio, television and film, and she […]
Toni Braxton Tells Her Story of Hope, Healing and Redemption in New Memoir "Unbreak My Heart"
By Kam Williams Nationwide — Toni Michele Braxton was the eldest of six siblings born in Severn, Maryland to Evelyn and Pastor Michael Braxton. She hailed from a tight-knit, religious […]
What Ice Cube Had To Say About Apple Buying Dr. Dre's Headphone Company For $3 Billion
Nationwide — How does Ice Cube feel about Apple buying Dr. Dre’s headphone company for $3 billion? That was a question recently asked by Kam Williams during an interview with […]
Farewell To One of the Guys Who Taught Us How To Dougie -- Rapper JayAre Dies From Sickle Cell Anemia at Just 25 Years Old
Nationwide — Rapper JayAre of the group Cali Swag District has died over the weekend from Sickle Cell Anemia. The 25-year old was reportedly admitted into a hospital on Thursday […]
This Is What Happens When You Are Dumb Enough to Mess With Tichina Arnold -- Shoulda Just Kept Your Mouth Shut
Nationwide — Actress Tichina Arnold recently fired back after recording artist French Montana recently tried to start something on Instagram. Montana apparently re-posted a photo two weeks of Arnold sitting […]
Comedian/ Actor Tracy Morgan in Intensive Care After Serious Car Crash in New Jersey -- Truck Driver Arrested and Charged
New Brunswick, NJ — 45-year old Tracy Morgan, one of the co-stars in 30 Rock, is in intensive care after being involved in a serious car accident on the New […]
Michael Baisden Returns to a Movement He Helped Launch; Will Speak at the 5th Annual Beauty Supply Store Start-Up Summer Conference
Nationwide — Nationally syndicated radio host and community activist Michael Baisden will be the keynote speaker at the 5th annual Beauty Supply Store Start-Up Summer Conference on August 16th and […]
Actor Terry Crews Speaks Out on Donald Sterling: "We Need To Forgive Him" -- Is He Right?
Nationwide — Terry Crews recently did an interview with Kam Williams about his new movie “Blended”. During the interview, he also had something very compelling (and controversial) to say about […]
CBS Pulls the Plug on the Arsenio Hall Show After Just One Season
Hollywood, CA — The second round of the Arsenio Hall Show has been canceled after CBS, the show’s network, says the ratings were just not high enough. The late night […]
The Drama Begins: Angela Bassett Wants To Direct a Whitney Houston Lifetime Movie -- But Houston's Family Is Threatening a Lawsuit
Hollywood, CA — Award-winning actress Angela Bassett will soon make her directorial debut with a Lifetime original movie based on the life and career of singer Whitney Houston.
Legendary Author and Poet, Dr. Maya Angelou, Dies at the Age of 86
Winston-Salem, NC — Legendary author and poet Dr. Maya Angelou has died, according to her publicist Helen Brann. She passed away in her Winston-Salem, N.C. home after suffering from health […]
Dr. Ben Carson Offers A Powerful Cure To Get America On The Right Track
New Book, One Nation, Calls On Left And Right To Toss Aside Unanimity of Party Speech And Thought And Concentrate On Respectful Dialogue For Real Problem Solving “The John’s Hopkins […]
Two Legends Unite Forming a New Hip Hop Duo Known Collectively as the "White Crows"
Nationwide — For many years, true Hip Hop heads from coast to coast and worldwide have been asking: “What’s happened to our music?” The original Hip Hop aesthetic has given […]
Master P Says His New Reality Show "The Miller Dynasty" Will Be Based on Fatherhood and Running a Successful Independent Music Label With His Family
Nationwide — Master P AKA Percy Miller clears the air on his reality show refuting media gossip by TMZ and Wendy Williams.
"I Shot My Wife" -- Actor Michael Jace from "The Shield" and "Michael Jordan" TV Movie Calls 911 and Admits to Murdering His Wife
Los Angeles, CA — 51-year old actor Michael Jace, best known for playing Officer Julien Lowe on The Shield, has been charged with murdering his wife. Police say Jace called […]
Beyonce, Jay Z And Solange: "We are Family, We Have Moved On, and You Should Too!"
New York, NY — Jay-Z, wife Beyonce, and sister-in-law Solange have all released an exclusive statement to The Associated Press saying that they have worked through their differences and moved […]
Vocalist/Actress René Marie Performs May 15-18 @ Jazz At Lincoln Center With Her Acclaimed Eartha Kitt Tribute CD “I Wanna Be Evil: With Love To Eartha Kitt”
— Featured On NPR “All Things Considered”, The Dazzling Jazz Singer and Off-Broadway Star Will Feature Caribbean Trumpet Star Etienne Charles — New York, NY — René Marie – singer, […]
Entertainer Jammin Jay Lamont Completes Tour With R. Kelly and Tamar Braxton -- Now Preparing For the Southern Heritage Classic Weekend
Nationwide — Entertainer Jammin Jay Lamont, or known to millions as the Human iPod, has changed the game by taking comedy to another level. He has now taken his talents […]
Magic Johnson Responds To Donald Sterling's Comments, "I'm Upset... But I Will Pray For Him"
Los Angeles, CA — Former NBA star recently sat down with CNN’s Anderson Cooper to respond to comments made by L.A. Clippers owner Donald Sterling, when he said that Johnson […]
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?”
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
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 […]
Actress Halle Berry Responds to Ex-Husband Who Says She Didn't Cook or Clean
Nationwide — Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry, 58, appeared to subtly respond to recent remarks made by her ex-husband, former MLB star David Justice, about her domestic habits during their […]
Shedeur Sanders' First NFL Game Broke Viewership Records
Nationwide — Shedeur Sanders made his NFL debut for the Cleveland Browns on August 8, drawing record-breaking preseason viewership. The 22-year-old quarterback delivered two touchdowns and 138 passing yards in […]
Sha'carri Richardson Speaks Out After Being Arrested at Airport for Pushing Her Boyfriend
Nationwide — Olympic track star Sha’Carri Richardson is speaking out and taking responsibility following her recent arrest. The 24-year-old was taken into custody at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on July 27 […]
Results of Wendy Williams' Tests Confirm Her Original Diagnosis, She Has Dementia
Nationwide — Wendy Williams has undergone a new round of cognitive testing this week, and according to People, the results reaffirm her original medical diagnosis. While the full test details […]
Gladys Knight's Son Says His Mom Has Early Dementia, Accuses Her Husband of Elder Abuse
Nationwide — Gladys Knight’s son, Shanga Hankerson, says his mother has early dementia and has accused her husband, William McDowell, of elder abuse. He claims McDowell is making her continue […]
Actress Who Played Dee From "What's Happening" TV Sitcom Has Died at Age 60
Nationwide — Danielle Spencer, the beloved actress best known for her role as Dee Thomas on the 1970s ABC sitcom What’s Happening!!, has died at the age of 60. Spencer […]
Former Superman Actor to Join ICE, Says He Backs Trump's Immigration Crackdown
Nationwide — Former Superman actor Dean Cain, best known for playing Clark Kent in the 1990s television series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, has announced he will […]
Raven Symone's Ex-Boyfriend Cheated, Then Asked Her to Be Godmother of His Baby
Nationwide — Raven Symoné shared a story about her past relationship, revealing her ex-boyfriend cheated, got another woman pregnant, and then asked her to be the baby’s godmother. She spoke […]
Trump Says Gayle King’s Career is Over and She Has “No Talent,” She Responds
Nationwide — Gayle King responded after Donald Trump claimed her career was “over” and said she had “no talent.” Trump posted the remarks on Truth Social, and King replied calmly, […]
Ice Cube's New "War of the Worlds" Movie Harshly Criticized, Seen as a Major Disappointment
Nationwide — Ice Cube’s new sci-fi movie War of the Worlds is now streaming on Amazon Prime, but it quickly faced harsh criticism. Critics and viewers slammed the film for […]
Rapper Trick Daddy Criticized for Saying He's Not into Women Over 35
Nationwide — Rapper Trick Daddy sparked backlash after revealing in an interview that he’s not attracted to women over 35, calling them “too emotional” and “damaged goods.” His comments quickly […]
Trump Says Charlamagne Tha God is a Racist For Criticizing His Presidency
Nationwide — President Donald Trump took aim at popular radio personality Charlamagne Tha God in a scathing social media post on Sunday, accusing the host of being uninformed and critical […]
Ray J Speaks on Rumors About Him and Whitney Houston's Death
Nationwide — Singer Ray J is clearing his name, denying long-running rumors that he was involved in Whitney Houston’s 2012 death. He says the claims are false, disrespectful, and painful […]
Anthony Anderson Admits His Remarks to a 17-Year-Old Lindsay Lohan Were "In Poor Taste"
Nationwide — Actor and host Anthony Anderson admitted more than two decades later that a 2003 interview he did with 17-year-old Lindsay Lohan was “in poor taste” after resurfaced clips […]
Former NBA Star Gilbert Arenas Arrested, Accused of Running an Illegal Gambling Business
Nationwide — Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was arrested Wednesday following a federal indictment accusing him of hosting illegal high-stakes poker games at his Encino, California, mansion. The U.S. Attorney’s […]