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 […]
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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!
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
— 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 […]
Erykah Badu to Present at the 9th International Black Midwives and Healers Conference
Portland, OR — On October 9, 2015, Erykah Badu, four times GRAMMY® Award winner, singer/songwriter, and holistic healer joins midwives and healers from across the globe to open the three […]
Morgan Freeman's 33-Year Old Step-Granddaughter Stabbed to Death -- The Same Woman He Had Once Been Accused of Dating
Manhattan, NY — E’Dena Hines, the 33-year old step granddaughter of actor Morgan Freeman was reportedly stabbed to death in Manhattan early Sunday morning. Police say they responded to a […]
Prince: "Record Companies Are Like Slavery... But I Like What Jay-Z is Doing!"
Nationwide — Prince has announced that his new album, HitNRun, will be released on September 7th, but only on TIDAL – Jay-Z’s subscription-based music streaming service which reportedly provides more […]
Statement by Robert L. Johnson Applauding the White House and Xerox Corporation For Adopting the RLJ Rule
Bethesda, MD — For the past four years, I have been urging the Congress and the White House to encourage corporate America to voluntarily implement and adopt the RLJ Rule1 […]
Bill Cosby's New Lawyer, Monique Pressley, Speaks Out: "Offering Drugs Isn't a Crime"
Nationwide — After months of keeping mostly quiet, actor, comedian, and philanthropist Bill Cosby speaking out through his new attorney and public spokeswoman, Monique Pressley. Not only is she making […]
Tyrese: "I'm Only Played on Black Radio... But If White Artists Sing R&B, They Get Played on Mainstream Radio"
Nationwide — Tyrese Gibson, who has the No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart, has a lot to say about what seems to be racism and double standards in […]
Earvin "Magic" Johnson's ASPiRE, Tracy McGrady and 2 Chainz Connect to Launch New Black College Tour
— Power Collaboration Focuses on Building Awareness and Increasing Enrollment at Historically Black Colleges & Universities — Atlanta, GA — HBCU Direct, LLC (HD), a marketing collective specializing in HBCU […]
Cosby Show Co-star Turns on Bill Cosby -- Says, "Of Course He is Guilty"
Nationwide — Actor Joseph C. Phillips, who played Martin Kendall (Denise’s husband) on “The Cosby Show” from 1989 to 1991 says he loves and has long admired Bill Cosby, but […]
50 Cent: "Yes, I Filed For Bankruptcy... But So Did Donald Trump and Walt Disney"
Nationwide — Rapper, actor and entrepreneur 50 Cent recently set social media on fire when he confirmed that he did indeed file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. But the outspoken New […]
2005 Documents Show That Bill Cosby Admitted to Giving Women Drugs For Sex
Philadelphia, PA — Newly released court documents show that actor/comedian Bill Cosby did in fact admit in 2005 that he got quaaludes with the intent of giving them to young […]
Are B.B. King's Daughters Right? Was the King of the Blues Poisoned?
Las Vegas, NV — Karen Williams and Patty King, two daughters of Blues icon B.B. King, are accusing King’s two closest aides of poisoning him. They say that family members […]
Accomplished Hip Hop Artist and Entrepreneur Helecia Choyce Launches Ad Agency and Brings Welcome to Vegas Fight Party...
Las Vegas, NV — Accomplished hip-hop artist, author, and entrepreneur Helecia Choyce, CEO of HustleGurl Entertainment, has closed a major deal with GeoLinear AD Agency, and is now setting her […]
Hip Hop Artist Drizzy D.R.O. Creates Freestyle Hotline and Draws Thousands of Fans Worldwide
Birmingham, AL — Hip Hop artist and entrepreneur, Drizzy “Press/ Play” D.R.O. is more than just a rapper. He’s an innovator. He’s a birthday present. He’s a superhero. And he […]
Cissy Houston Says Bobbi Kristina Has "Irreversible Global Brain Damage"
Atlanta, GA — Cissy Houston, the grandmother of Bobbi Kristina and mother of the late Whitney Houston, says that 22-year old Bobbi is not doing well and that her comatose […]
Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Nelly, Tyrese, and More to Headline 2026 Cincinnati Music Festival
Nationwide — Berrywise Enterprise, a leading ticket and hotel reseller, is excited to offer ticket and hotel packages for the 2025 Cincinnati Music Festival. This highly anticipated event will take […]
Actress Tamera Mowry Deletes Threads Account After Political Criticism
Nationwide — Actress Tamera Mowry deleted her Threads account just hours after joining the platform, after facing a wave of online criticism. The backlash linked her to MAGA due to […]
D4vd’s Lawyers Deny Murder Allegations, Claim a Grand Jury Indictment Was Never Issued
Nationwide — A singer who goes by the name of D4vd was arrested Thursday in Los Angeles by LAPD on suspicion of murdering Celeste Rivas Hernandez. D4vd’s lawyers now say […]
Gospel Singer Tina Campbell’s Husband Files for Divorce After 25 Years of Marriage
Nationwide — Gospel singer Trecina “Tina” Campbell is being divorced by her husband, Glendon Campbell, who filed to end their marriage following more than two decades together. He cited irreconcilable […]
Dave Chappelle Addresses Double Standards Against Black Performers, Responds to Saudi Show Backlash About “Dirty Money” Claims
Nationwide — Comedian Dave Chappelle responds to renewed criticism over his Saudi Arabia show appearance, where critics questioned his pay and principles. He argues that accusations of “dirty money” reflect […]
Private Jet Company Sues Floyd Mayweather Jr. Over Unpaid $105K Bill
Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. is facing a lawsuit over claims he failed to pay a private jet bill linked to a 2025 charter flight. The case alleges he and co-defendants […]
Don Lemon Criticizes Kanye West's Fans, Says They’re “Standing With Trump”
Nationwide — Don Lemon criticized Kanye West’s fans as the rapper continues to face renewed backlash during his music comeback. He said that supporting Kanye is closely tied to supporting […]
Pregnant Rapper ‘Siditty’ Killed in Atlanta, Shot 4 Times in the Face
Nationwide — Qualeisha Barnes, an African American rapper from Detroit, Michigan, who was pregnant, died in Atlanta, Georgia, after a shooting inside a car. Police say she was shot four […]
Judge Mathis' Wife Linda Dismisses Divorce Case, Confirms They're Back Together
Nationwide — Linda Mathis, the wife of Judge Greg Mathis, has officially moved to dismiss her divorce case after reconciling with her husband. Court records confirm the longtime couple ended their […]
Actress Gabrielle Union's Father Dies at 81 After Years of Battling Dementia
Nationwide — Gabrielle Union’s father, Sylvester “Cully” Union Jr., has died at 81 after a long battle with dementia. She confirmed his death through an Instagram tribute, noting he had been […]
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 […]