New York, NY — Grammy award-winning rapper Macklemore was recently featured on New York City’s Hot 97 morning show, and he addressed racism, white privilege and police brutality. the recent […]
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Idris Elba to Be the New James Bond -- But Rush Limbaugh Disagrees Because He's... Well, Black
Nationwide — Everybody seems to be excited that actor Idris Elba will be the new James Bond. Everyone, that is, except Rush Limbaugh who is criticizing Elba’s upcoming role because […]
Actor/Comedian Chris Rock Files For Divorce -- Says Their Prenuptial Agreement Has Expired
Nationwide — After nearly two decades of marriage, Chris Rock and his wife Malaak Compton-Rock are breaking up. The two married in 1996, and have two daughters, Lola Simone, 12, […]
"Selma" Movie Is a Long Overdue Tribute To MLK and Other Unsung Foot Soldiers -- A Must See Film!
By Kam Williams Nationwide — I was born in the early Fifties, which means the Civil Rights Movement unfolded over the course of my formative years. And like the average […]
Is Iggy Azalea Really "White Washing" Hip-Hop Music? -- Can't We All Just Get Along?
Nationwide — 24-year old Australian recording artist Iggy Azalea has been the subject of controversy in recent weeks as some are starting to accuse her of “white washing” rap music. […]
Jill Scott to Be Honored at 2015 Essence’s Black Women in Music Event
Nationwide — During Grammy Awards Week celebration, singer Jill Scott will be honored at Essence magazine’s sixth annual Black Women in Music event. The three-time Grammy Award winner will be […]
Bill Cosby -- Guilty Until Proven Guilty. Ask A Black Man
By Cleo Manago Nationwide — People tend to view reality through the lens of their personal experience or biases, even when completely irrelevant to a particular issue or incident. Yet, […]
Camille Cosby Stands By Her Man: "He Is the Man You Thought You Knew"
Nationwide — Actor/comedian Bill Cosby’s wife, Camille Cosby, has issued a statement supporting her husband at least 15 women have come forward claiming that he drugged and/or raped them back […]
President Obama Talks Modern Civil Rights on BET -- Says "We Have Made Progress"
Washington, DC — President Barack Obama recently did an exclusive interview on BET with journalist Jeff Johnson. During the segment entitled BET News Presents: A Conversation With President Barack Obama, […]
Comedian Michael Colyar Will Headline His Very Own One-Hour Special on Bounce TV on Wednes, December 10th at 10pm EST
Atlanta, GA — Comedian Michael Colyar will headline his very own one-hour special as the third season of Bounce TV‘s popular, family-friendly original comedy series Off The Chain continues with Off The Chain: Michael Colyar premiering on Wednesday, December […]
Queen Latifah Gets Dethroned -- Talk Show Canceled Due To Low Ratings and High Costs
Nationwide — The Queen Latifah Show, which has aired for two seasons on CBS and stars Queen Latifah herself as talk show host, has officially been canceled by Sony Pictures […]
10 Reasons Why We Will Miss Marion Barry, Former Mayor of Washington DC
Washington, DC — Marion Barry Jr., a civil rights activist who served four times as mayor of Washington, D.C., recently died at the age of 78 years old. He had […]
Raven-Symone Blasts Fake Reports Saying She Was Abused by Bill Cosby -- Tells Gossip Blogs, "Keep Me Out of This"
Nationwide — 28-year-old Raven-Symone recently used her Instagram account to blast reports saying that she claimed that Bill Cosby molested her when they both appeared on The Cosby Show. She […]
Three Strikes and You're Out -- Bill Cosby Gets Slashed by TV Land, Netflix, and NBC Amid Rape Allegations
Nationwide — Actor/comedian Bill Cosby, although 77-years old is probably going through the toughest time in his life, as nearly every television network that aired or had plans of airing […]
Bill Cosby Goes Silent After Being Questioned During Interview About Sexual Assault Accusations
Nationwide — During a recent interview on NPR’s Weekend Edition with comedian Bill Cosby and his wife Camille, Cosby froze up when interviewer Scott Simon asked him about the “serious […]
Kim Coles Shares Some Amazing Stories With Vince Ferguson, Host of the "Six Weeks to Fitness" Podcast, Certified Personal Trainer and President of Body Sculpt of New York
— Certified Personal Trainer Interviews Fitness and Nutrition Experts, Athletes, Celebrities and Other Movers and Shakers From Around the Country to Discuss the Importance of Living a Healthy Lifestyle — […]
Chris Brown and Trey Songz Launch New Tour With Controversial Name - The "Between the Sheets" Tour
Los Angeles, CA — R&B singers Chris Brown and Trey Songz are planning to celebrate their 10-year anniversary with an upcoming 25-city tour. The two say its been nearly a […]
The Untold Story of Mammy Finally Revealed In New "Gone With The Wind" Prequel Novel
Nationwide — 78 years after the publication of Margaret Mitchell’s infamous “Gone With the Wind”, and 75 years after the release of the Oscar-winning film, a new book is being […]
Raven-Symoné Says, "I Am Not African American" -- and Tells Troubled Celebrities: "That's Your Fault Boo Boo!"
Nationwide — Actress Raven-Symoné recently told Oprah Winfrey that she is not African American. The 28-year old recently appeared on Winfrey’s new show on the OWN network called “Oprah: Where […]
Jordin Sparks Opens Up to Wendy Williams About Breakup From Boyfriend Jason Derulo -- and New Film "Left Behind"
Nationwide — The rumors are true! Singer Jordin Sparks and her boyfriend Jason Derulo broke up after dating for almost three years. Sparks recently spoke with Wendy Williams about what […]
"Not Just Spring Break" Mobile App Designed For Urban Young Professionals Now Available in the App Store
— App provides year-round vacation and networking resources — Nationwide — The Not Just Spring Break (NJSB) mobile app is designed exclusively for urban young professionals as a tool that […]
Acclaimed Jazz Musician Victor Goines Leads All-Star Band to Honor Scott Joplin, Joseph Lamb, James Scott in "Roots Of Ragtime"
— Featuring Victor Goines, James Chirillo, Chris Crenshaw, Yasushi Nakamura, Ted Nash, Chris Pattishall, Marcus Printup, Kenny Rampton, Joe Saylor — — October 17, 9:30pm; October 18, 7pm — — […]
Documentary "Nas: Time Is Illmatic" To Debut In Select Theaters Nationwide Starting Oct. 1 and Living Rooms Everywhere on Oct. 3
Nationwide — The documentary on legendary MC Nas’ making of the 1994 landmark debut album ‘Illmatic’, Nas: Time is Illmatic, will release theatrically in New York and Los Angeles starting on Wednesday, […]
Bounce TV Sets Second Season Premiere Date for "Family Time" -- Tues. Oct. 14 @ 10:00 p.m. ET
— Lynn Whitfield, Lawrence Hilton Jacobs & Jackee Among Guest Stars — — Network to Encore Season One Tues. Nights 10-11:00 p.m. Starting Sept. 23, S1 Marathon on Sun. Oct. […]
Comedian Stevieweevie's Comedy Sketch of Wendy Williams Featuring Justin Timberlake Goes Viral!
— His new song is a spoof of Jay Z and Justin Timberlake’s “Holy Grail”. The song and video first surfaced in April this year. Since The Wendy Williams show […]
Chris Brown Shares Some Timely Advice With Ray Rice
Nationwide — International pop star Chris Brown recently shared some words of advice for NFL player Ray Rice, who was recently suspended after a video leaked showing him knock out […]
24th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards Announces Nominations
Beverly Hills, CA — The NAACP Beverly Hills/Hollywood Branch’s Theatre Viewing Committee announced nominations in 32 competitive categories for the 24th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards. This year’s show will be […]
Ray Rice Issues First Public Statement About the Attack Caught on Video: "I Have to Be Strong for My Wife"
Nationwide — NFL star Ray Rice has issued his first public statement after a recent video surfaced on TMZ showing him knocking out his wife in an elevator, and then […]
Priest Tyaire "The Next Tyler Perry" Debuts New Musical Stage Play "Mrs. Independent" -- Starring Robin Givens, Christopher Williams, Dottie Peoples, and More
— This show – based on a true life story – delivers intense drama, tear-jerking and hilarious moments, while also providing a family-oriented, faith-building and “crowd-pleasing” experience. — Nationwide — […]
Serena Williams Denies Being Drunk, Pregnant or on Drugs During Wimbledon Meltdown
Nationwide — In the latest issue of Sports Illustrated magazine, tennis champion Serena Williams addressed what happened in Wimbledon when she appeared disoriented and was forced to withdraw from a […]
Rapper Talib Kweli and CNN Anchor Don Lemon Get into Full-Blown Argument on Live TV
Ferguson, MO — CNN anchor Don Lemon recently interviewed rapper and activist Talib Kweli in Ferguson, Missouri, but the conversation got a little out of hand.
"Trouble in Paradise" -- Nick Cannon Confirms That He and Wife Mariah Carey Are Separated
Nationwide — TV entertainer Nick Cannon has confirmed that the rumors are true; He and his wife pop star singer Mariah Carey are separated, and are living in different homes. […]
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 […]
Chris Tucker Says That He’s Been Celibate for the Past 3 Years, and is Waiting for Marriage
Nationwide — Actor/comedian Chris Tucker says he has stayed celibate for more than three years, sharing the update during a Las Vegas comedy set where he also joked about love, […]
Keke Palmer Says Her Childhood Was the "Darkest" Time of Her Life and That Fame Traumatized Her
Nationwide — Actress, singer, and television host Keke Palmer is opening up about one of the most difficult periods of her life. During a conversation with Whoopi Goldberg at the […]
Tyra Banks Sues Netflix Over Alleged Defamation in America’s Next Top Model Docuseries
Nationwide — Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix and producers of a docuseries about America’s Next Top Model. She claims the show used heavily edited interviews to build […]
LL Cool J Joins Ben Crump’s DreamFi to Build Financial Literacy in Underserved Communities
Nationwide — DreamFi, the financial empowerment platform co-founded by renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump, today announced that LL Cool J has partnered with the DreamFi family. The partnership brings […]
John McClain, Music Executive Who Helped Run Michael Jackson’s Estate, Dies at 71
Nationwide — John McClain, co-executor of the Michael Jackson estate and longtime music executive, has died at 71 in Malibu. He played a key role in shaping major artists’ careers and […]
Ray J Admits Himself to the Hospital After Being Knocked Out in Boxing Match
Nationwide — Ray J checked himself into a Las Vegas hospital after a celebrity boxing match ended in a knockout loss. Doctors kept him under observation while they evaluated possible concussion […]
Naomi Osaka Responds to Backlash Over Dinner Event for Other Black Tennis Players
Nationwide — Naomi Osaka defended her decision to host a Black tennis players’ dinner ahead of the French Open. She co-hosted the event with Taylor Townsend to highlight inclusion, shared […]
Dr. Umar Johnson Publicly Criticizes Kevin Hart for Allowing Racial Jokes During Netflix Roast
Nationwide — Dr. Umar Johnson criticized Kevin Hart’s Netflix roast, arguing several jokes crossed racial lines and disrespected Black history. He sparked debate after calling out the special and Hart’s response […]
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Ordered to Pay $1M in Child Support in Paternity Case With Former Stripper
Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been ordered by a Nevada court to pay nearly $1 million in back child support after being legally declared the father of a child […]
Drake’s Dad, Dennis Graham, Opens Up About Lung Cancer After Being Mentioned on New Album
Nationwide — Drake’s father, Dennis Graham, has drawn attention after Drake revealed details about his health in new music from his album Iceman. Dennis later confirmed he had lung cancer in […]
Nicki Minaj Blames Barack Obama and Jay-Z for Her Support of President Trump
Nationwide — Nicki Minaj says her move toward President Donald Trump’s politics comes from disappointment with Barack Obama and a long-running personal and professional conflict with Jay-Z. She links those […]
Man Who Stole Hard Drives With Beyoncé’s Unreleased Music Gets 2 Years in Prison
Nationwide — Kelvin Evans, the man who broke into a car and stole hard drives that contained Beyoncé’s unreleased music, has been sentenced in Atlanta, Georgia, after pleading guilty. He […]
58-Year-Old Jamie Foxx's Girlfriend Pregnant With Their First Baby Together
Nationwide — Jamie Foxx is expecting a child with his girlfriend Alyce Huckstepp. Reports say she is already several months pregnant, marking a new chapter for the couple after reconnecting […]
Memphis Grizzlies Player Brandon Clarke Dies At 29 of Possible Overdose
Nationwide — Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at 29 after being found at his California home on Monday evening. Authorities are investigating the circumstances, with early reports suggesting […]
Kevin Hart’s Media Company Hartbeat Hit by Internal Turmoil and Lawsuits
Nationwide — Kevin Hart’s entertainment company Hartbeat is facing internal turmoil after layoffs, lawsuits, and internal shakeups. Reports say the once fast-growing media firm is shrinking as projects stall and executives […]
George Floyd's Family Upset Over Insensitive Joke Told By White Comedian During Kevin Hart's Netflix Roast
Nationwide — George Floyd’s family has spoken out after a joke referencing his death was made during Kevin Hart’s Netflix roast featuring comedian Tony Hinchcliffe. They said the segment was […]
Tamron Hall Reveals Why She Walked Away from $2 Million Contract With NBC
Nationwide — Television host and journalist Tamron Hall turned down a $2 million NBC contract after learning she would be removed from her roles at the network. She said the decision […]
Usher Launches Paid Internship Program for His Upcoming Tour With Chris Brown
Nationwide — Singer Usher has launched a paid internship program tied to his upcoming tour, giving aspiring music industry workers in Atlanta and Detroit a chance to join live production […]
NFL Player Stefon Diggs Found Not Guilty of Assaulting Personal Chef, Sheds Tears
Nationwide — NFL player Stefon Diggs was found not guilty of attacking his former personal chef during a 2025 dispute. A jury cleared him of felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault. While […]
Comedian Sinbad Returns To Stand-Up Stage After 2020 Stroke
Nationwide — Comedian Sinbad returns to the stand-up stage more than five years after a 2020 stroke affected his mobility, announcing new shows in Pasadena. He shares recovery updates and […]
NFL Star Shedeur Sanders Balances Football Career, Earns a College Degree With a 3.9 GPA
Nationwide — NFL star Shedeur Sanders has graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder while continuing his NFL career with the Cleveland Browns. He earned a sociology degree with a […]
Kim Kardashian is Now Suing Ray J for $6M for Breach of Contract
Nationwide — Kim Kardashian is suing Ray J over a $6 million dispute tied to a 2023 settlement from their long-running sex tape case. She and Kris Jenner allege he broke […]
LaToya Jackson Finally Reveals Why Her Sister, Janet Jackson, is Not in the 'Michael' Biopic
Nationwide — LaToya Jackson shared why Janet Jackson does not appear in the Michael biopic, saying her sister simply chose not to take part. The film still features several Jackson […]
D4vd Was Promoting His Music on TikTok Around the Time of Celeste Rivas' Murder
Nationwide — D4vd promoted his debut album Withered on social media around the same time that prosecutors allege Celeste Rivas was last seen at his Hollywood Hills rental. He has multiple […]