Nationwide — In a thrilling display of resilience and grit, 21-year-old Coco Gauff captured her first French Open title on Saturday, defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a dramatic […]
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Judge Warns Diddy to Quit Staring, Making Faces at Jurors or He'll Be Banned From Courtroom
Nationwide — Sean “Diddy” Combs was warned by the judge of his case to stop making faces at jurors during his trial or he could be kicked out from the […]
Brian McKnight Reportedly Made No Effort to Reach Out to His Son Before He Died of Cancer
Nationwide — R&B singer Brian McKnight is facing backlash again after the death of his estranged son, Niko McKnight, who passed away at age 32 following a two-year battle with […]
Pastor Jamal Bryant Publicly Calls Out Cardi B, Asks Her to Join Target Boycott
Nationwide — Pastor Jamal Bryant, who is leading a national boycott against Target after the retailer scaled back its diversity and inclusion efforts, publicly invited Cardi B to support the […]
Rihanna’s Father, Ronald Fenty, Has Sadly Died After a Brief Illness. He Was Only 70 Years Old
Nationwide — Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, has died at age 70 after a brief illness, his family confirmed. He passed away early Saturday in Los Angeles, where relatives gathered to […]
Niko McKnight, Brian McKnight's Son Whom He Said Was "Born in Sin," Dies From Cancer
Nationwide — Niko McKnight, the son of R&B singer Brian McKnight and his ex-wife Julie, has died at the age of 33 following a two-year battle with cancer. The news […]
Rapper Offset Seeks Spousal Support from Cardi B in Divorce Battle
Nationwide — Offset has asked the court to make Cardi B pay spousal support as their divorce continues. He also wants joint custody of their kids, with Cardi as the […]
NBA YoungBoy Pardoned by Trump Before Prison Release, Concert Tour
Nationwide — President Donald Trump has granted rapper NBA YoungBoy a full pardon, weeks before his scheduled release from prison in July 2025. The decision clears his record and allows […]
"Stranger Things" Actress Priah Ferguson Graduates High School at 18 Years Old
Nationwide — Stranger Things actress Priah Ferguson, who is now 18 years old, just graduated from high school while balancing her acting career and real-life experiences. She celebrated this milestone […]
Diddy’s Lawyers Ask Judge to Drop Kid Cudi’s Car Bomb Claim, Say There is No Evidence
Nationwide — Diddy’s lawyers want the judge to remove Kid Cudi’s claims about a 2012 car bombing from the case, saying the story is based on suspicion with no real […]
Kid Cudi Testifies That Diddy Broke into His Home and Blew Up His Car After Dating Cassie
Nationwide — Musician and actor Scott Mescudi, known professionally as Kid Cudi, took the stand Thursday morning in the federal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Mescudi testified about his brief […]
Prosecutors in Diddy Trial Present Photos of Alleged Male Workers Hired for "Freak Offs"
Nationwide — As Week 2 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial unfolds in New York City, prosecutors have unmasked several alleged sex workers involved in the […]
Snoop Dogg Praises Singer Tanya Nolan's Performance at Tiffany Haddish's She Ready Foundation Gala
Nationwide — International recording artist and multi-charting Billboard sensation Tanya Nolan lit up the stage for the second year in a row at Tiffany Haddish’s She Ready Foundation Gala, held […]
Another Fight Breaks Out at a Beyonce Concert, This Time in Chicago During the Show
Nationwide — Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” tour continues to draw massive crowds — and, unfortunately, a fair share of drama — as yet another fan fight broke out during her recent […]
Cassie Testifies She Doesn't Hate Diddy Now, Has 'Love for the Past'
Nationwide — Cassie Ventura took the stand again on Friday in the federal sex trafficking trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs and made it clear she holds no hatred toward her […]
Justin Bieber Finally Breaks His Silence on Whether He Was Among Diddy's Victims
Nationwide — Justin Bieber has officially broken his silence amid the ongoing federal sex trafficking trial involving Sean “Diddy” Combs. The 31-year-old pop star, known for hits like “Peaches” and […]
Michael Jordan Officially Joins NBC Sports, Becomes NBA Commentator
Nationwide — Michael Jordan will return to the NBA spotlight as a special contributor for NBC Sports starting in the 2025–26 season. This will be his first time as an […]
Diddy's Defense Says Cassie's Text Messages Show She Was a Willing Participant, "I'm Always Ready"
Nationwide — Cassie, who is still testifying against Diddy for allegedly being sexually and physically abusive, once told Diddy she was eager to join “freak-offs,” according to messages presented during […]
Full Unedited Video of Diddy Attacking Cassie Finally Released, 15 Minutes of Horror
Nationwide — A newly released, unedited 15-minute video of Sean “Diddy” Combs violently assaulting Cassie Ventura in a Los Angeles hotel hallway in 2016 has now surfaced, offering a fuller […]
Cassie Says Altercation With Diddy Left Her With a Permanent Scar on Her Eyebrow
Nationwide — Singer and model Cassie Ventura testified this week about a violent incident in August 2013 in which she sustained a deep gash above her eyebrow after being thrown […]
Actress Halle Bailey Claims Domestic Violence Abuse by Her Ex, Gets Restraining Order
Nationwide — Actress and singer Halle Bailey has filed for a domestic violence restraining order against her ex-boyfriend, rapper DDG, after claiming he physically and verbally abused her. She has […]
Tyler Perry's "Madea's Destination Wedding" Gets Netflix Release Date
Nationwide — Tyler Perry’s iconic character Madea is returning for another comedy-filled adventure. Madea’s Destination Wedding will be available on Netflix starting July 11, 2025. In the new film, Madea […]
Cassie Ventura Testifies She Cried After Diddy Kissed Her for the First Time
Nationwide — Cassandra “Cassie” Ventura told jurors during her testimony in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex crimes trial that she cried when he kissed her for the first time on […]
Rapper Tory Lanez Stabbed in Prison, Rushed to a Hospital to Receive Treatment
Nationwide — Rapper Tory Lanez, currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting fellow artist Megan Thee Stallion, was stabbed in the prison yard at California Correctional Institution (CCI) in […]
Al B. Sure Wants to Testify at Diddy's Federal Trial About Kim Porter's Death
Nationwide — Veteran R&B artist Al B. Sure! is speaking out boldly against Sean “Diddy” Combs, claiming he’s the “last man breathing” who knows the truth about the embattled music […]
85-Year-Old Grandmother Left Homeless, Tyler Perry Pays Off Her Mortgage
Nationwide — Anniece Tisdale, an 85-year-old grandmother from Nashville, Tennessee, was brought to tears back in December when filmmaker Tyler Perry stepped in to pay off her mortgage. After a […]
19-Year-Old Black College Track Star Dies in Her Sleep One Day After Breaking a Record
Nationwide — Earlier this year, Natalie Michelle Black, a 19-year-old African American college track athlete from Terry, Mississippi, died unexpectedly after competing in her first outdoor meet of the season. […]
Diddy’s New Lawyer is a Black Woman Who Was Once a Victim Herself of Sexual Assault
Nationwide — Nicole Westmoreland, now a member of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team, has revealed she herself survived a sexual assault in 2001. She was 19 at the time and […]
"That's So Raven" Actor Rondell Sheridan Hospitalized With Pancreatitis
Nationwide — Rondell Sheridan, known for his role on That’s So Raven, has been in the hospital for weeks due to pancreatitis. He is now asking fans for support as […]
Former First Lady Michelle Obama Says She’s in Therapy and Prioritizing Herself
Nationwide — Michelle Obama revealed she’s in therapy and finally focusing on herself, now that her daughters are grown and her time in the political spotlight is over.
Four Women Accuse Smokey Robinson of Sexual Assault in New $50M Lawsuit
Nationwide — Legendary Motown singer and producer Smokey Robinson is facing serious allegations of sexual misconduct from four former employees, adding his name to a growing list of prominent Black […]
Former NFL Star Ron George Launches Awards Program to Recognize Caregivers in the DC Area
Nationwide — Ron George, former NFL linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs, Atlanta Falcons, and Minnesota Vikings, is making a profound impact off the field as the Executive Vice President […]
Trishauna Clarke Stars Alongside Maurice Hall in "The Seed" - Production Wraps This Week On First-Time Director Vanna James' Inspirational Debut
Former Ohio State Football Star and Mo-tivation Unlimited Producer Maurice Hall Leads Indie Feature That Defies L.A. Production Odds Nationwide — Production is wrapping this week on The Seed, the […]
Master P Says He Wants Rap Snacks to Go Public and Create More Black Wealth
Nationwide — Rapper Master P says Rap Snacks is considering going public as the brand looks for ways to expand Black ownership and create more opportunities for communities to build wealth. […]
Megan Thee Stallion Makes History With Nine New Certified Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Singles
Nationwide — Megan Thee Stallion has added nine new RIAA certifications to her music achievements, including her first Diamond award. The Houston rapper also reached new milestones for several major […]
Kanye West to Perform Two Sold Out Concerts in Russia After UK Ban and European Concert Cancellations
Nationwide — Kanye West is set to perform two sold-out concerts in Russia despite being barred from entering the UK and losing several shows across Europe. The rapper continues to […]
Vivica A. Fox Stars in and Produces the New LMN Thriller “The Wrong Housemaid”
HYBRID Returns with Another Twisting Suspense Thriller Featuring April Hale, Michael Paré, Grace Field and Demetris Otis Nationwide — Acclaimed actress and producer Vivica A. Fox reunites with HYBRID for […]
Black Teen Battling Cancer Who Met Ludacris and Other Music Artists Sadly Passes Away
Nationwide — Leeland Harris, a 16-year-old African American teen from Atlanta, Georgia, died after a battle with osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Days before his death, he was able […]
Will Smith to Star with Jaafar Jackson in New Action Thriller "Supermax" on Prime Video
Nationwide — Will Smith is set to star alongside Jaafar Jackson in the upcoming action thriller Supermax, which will become Jaafar’s second major acting project after his breakout performance in […]
Oprah Winfrey’s South Africa Girls’ Leadership Academy Will Close After 20 Years
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey announced that her South African girls’ academy will close its current operations by the end of 2027. She shares plans to move toward a larger scholarship […]
Oprah Winfrey Reveals That She Was Born With a Different Name
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey revealed that the name she became famous for was not the name written on her birth certificate. The media mogul said she was actually born Orpah, but […]
Whoopi Goldberg in Trouble With the FCC For Urging Her Viewers to Vote for Candidates Who Oppose Trump
Nationwide — Whoopi Goldberg sparked renewed controversy after her comments on The View appeared to urge viewers to support candidates who oppose President Trump. The remarks came while the daytime […]
Don Lemon Says He Is Considering 2028 Presidential Run, Believes He Could Be a "Really Good" President
Nationwide — Don Lemon said he is seriously considering a run for president in 2028 after years of being repeatedly asked about his political ambitions. The former CNN host said […]
Rapper Boosie Files Lawsuit After Paying $600K for Trump Pardon Deal That Never Happened
Nationwide — Rapper Boosie Badazz has filed a lawsuit over a failed presidential pardon effort, claiming he paid $600,000 for help securing clemency. The rapper is now seeking to recover part […]
LeBron James' Wife, Savannah, Responds to Criticism About Him Leaving the Lakers
Nationwide — Savannah James, the wife of NBA star LeBron James, defended her husband after critics reacted to his decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers. She addressed the constant […]
Disney to Bring Back "The Cheetah Girls" With Raven-Symone and the Other Original Cast Members
Nationwide — The Cheetah Girls franchise is making a comeback with a new Disney movie titled The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen. Original cast members Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon, and Sabrina Bryan […]
Tiffany Haddish's 2022 DUI Case Heads to Trial After Judge Rejects Her Dismissal Request
Nationwide — Tiffany Haddish’s 2022 DUI case will move forward after a Georgia judge rejected her request to dismiss the charges. The actress and comedian is now set to face trial […]
Rapper Nipsey Hussle's Children Finally Receive Their $11 Million Inheritance 7 Years After His Death
Nationwide — Nipsey Hussle’s children, 17-year-old Emani and 9-year-old Kross, have received their inheritance from his estate through cash and other assets. The late rapper’s estimated $11 million estate was […]
Big Tigger's Wife Facing Years in Prison After Being Arrested for Kidnapping Charges
Nationwide — Alicia Denise Brown, the wife of Atlanta radio host Big Tigger, has been arrested in Georgia after authorities said she was wanted on kidnapping-related warrants from Maryland. Her […]
Mathew Knowles Says He Was Already a Millionaire Before Beyoncé’s Rise to Fame
Nationwide — Mathew Knowles is responding to claims that Beyoncé made him wealthy after she became famous. The music executive says he and his former wife, Tina Knowles, had already built […]
Brian McKnight Sparks Criticism After Controversial Interview With His Grandchildren's Stepfather
Nationwide — Singer Brian McKnight is facing renewed criticism after interviewing the stepfather of his estranged son’s children for his Fatherhood Fridays podcast. Their discussion about fatherhood and family relationships […]
Mara Brock Akil Needs $50M Budget to Make a "Girlfriends" Film Based on the Early 2000s TV Sitcom
Nationwide — Mara Brock Akil, creator and showrunner of the early 2000s TV sitcom Girlfriends, is working to bring the beloved series back as a feature film. She has the […]
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Responds to Allegedly Being Broke, "I Still Have All My Houses"
Nationwide — Floyd Mayweather Jr. is responding to ongoing rumors that he is facing financial struggles. The undefeated boxing champion said his recent fights and business moves are not signs of […]
Footage Shows Big Tigger Somewhat Wrestling With His Wife Trying to Get His Phone Back
Nationwide — Recently released footage shows radio host Big Tigger somewhat wrestling with his wife and repeatedly asking for his phone back. In the video posted by Atlanta Black Star, […]
Jermaine Jackson Wins Court Ruling and is Not Required to Pay $6.5M for Abuse Allegations
Nationwide — Jermaine Jackson, one of the members of the Jackson 5, has won a court ruling that overturned a $6.5 million default judgment in a Los Angeles sexual assault […]
LeBron James Leaves the Lakers, But He is Not Retiring... No News Yet About Bronny
Nationwide — LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers and will hit the free agent market this offseason, his agent confirmed. He is not retiring and plans to continue […]
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 […]