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From All That, to Kenan & Kel, to Good Burger, Kel Mitchell has been a part of our lives for nearly 30 years. Considering how much joy he's brought us over the years, it's no surprise that the actor/comedian received a huge outpouring of support after TMZ reported he'd been hospitalized. The outlet stated on Tuesday,...Read more...

In an exclusive video obtained by news outlet KTVU, former San Jose police officer Mark McNamara said he regretted shooting K'aun Green earlier this year.

Netflix's Selling Sunset's Bre Tiesi claims she didn't know cameras were rolling when she dropped the bombshell that she's slept with Michael B. Jordan. But since she's not technically with Nick Cannon, why does it matter?

I'm sure we've all seen or heard of GIFs. Those short video clips are popular among social media users. There are infinite possibilities for how they can be used since they can convey almost any emotion, even a hateful one.Read more...

That sound you heard at 12:01 a.m. was the entire entertainment industry breathing a huge sigh of relief as the SAG-AFTRA strike officially came to an end. On Wednesday, the union announced that its negotiating committee voted unanimously to approve a tentative agreement with the [Alliance of Motion Picture and...Read more...

Not everyone loves the challenge of making an entire Thanksgiving dinner. Sometimes you just want to pop everything in the oven, relax and watch football. For those of you who aren't interested in spending the day in the kitchen, there are several restaurants and grocery stores that offer full pre-cooked dinners. It's...Read more...

I braced for it on Sunday.

Black candidates celebrated historic victories in elections across the country last night, including a few notable firsts. In Philadelphia, Cherelle Parker became the first woman and first Black woman to win the mayoral election. In Rhode Island, Gabe Amo became the first Black person to represent the state in...Read more...

Black hair is beautiful. But let's face it...sometimes it takes a lot to get our locks to behave the way we want them to. We're always looking for anything we can find to make the styling process easier. From blow dryers to straightening brushes to an automatic split end shredder, these are the styling tools you need...Read more...

The gall of some people is just crazy. I understand some people getting mad because someone spoke to you demeaningly or disrespectfully. But going off on someone because you did something wrong is just ridiculous.Read more...

If you woke up this morning needing a deep, emotional exploration of Black relationships and self love, look no further than the fascinating conversation between rapper Jeezy and actress Nia Long. Both stars have recently been involved in very public splits and they spent around an hour discussing how they've dealt...Read more...

New York City hosted the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Awards this week! It's the show that lets the world know about the who's who of the fashion world every year.Read more...

During the Oct. 29 Sound Architects: A Producer Conversation with Timbaland" event at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., the legendary producermade a joke about the Justin Timberlake/Britney Spears drama.Read more...

In a recent interview with Billboard to promote the City Girl's newly released album R.A.W., Yung Miami let people know what they need to do to get a man like Diddy.

Oh wow. It seems one Alpha Male" podcaster has taken things to a new, criminal low. Christopher Au-Young, the host of an interracial dating podcast, was just sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to stalking a Black woman who rejected him...and she wasn't his only victim.Read more...

The season of breakups continues with the latest celebrity split making us question romance and relationships. On Tuesday, Lori Harvey and Damson Idris confirmed that they've broken up after dating for a year.

Following Boston University's revelation that its audit of Ibram X. Kendi's Center for Antiracist Research revealed no money mismanagement, Kendi shared his candid thoughts on why the inquiry was launched in September.Read more...

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Zion Carr was only seven years old when his aunt, Atatiana Jefferson, was shot and killed by a Fort Worth, Tex. police officer while he was in the house. Four years later, the city reached an agreement to pay him more than $3 million.

Snoop Dogg has made an artform out of expanding his brand in the entertainment industry. He's a rapper, actor, TV host, Martha Stewart's best friend, Death Row Records boss and gaming entrepreneur. That last one is particularly important because he's using his considerable influence to open more doors for gamers of...Read more...

Bronny James suffering a cardiac arrest in the middle of a USC practice was one of the most shocking sports stories of the year. The most popular amateur athlete in recent sports history who just so happens to be the son of the greatest NBA player this century almost died during practice. Like what the hell.Read more...

Since bursting onto the scene in 2017 after taking the top prize on Jennifer Lopez's international dance competition show, World of Dance, French dance duo Les Twins have been riding high. You'd be feeling yourself too if you were dancing on an international tour with Beyonce.Read more...

Vice President Kamala Harris addressed critics who constantly complain about President Joe Biden's age. In an interview with SiriusXM's Joe Madison The Black Eagle that aired this morning, Harris had something to say for those who believe Biden's leadership has been impeded by his age (he will turn 81 later this...Read more...

Amy Cooper, also known as the infamous Central Park Karen, published an opinion piece giving insight into what she was thinking the moment she came across Christian Cooper in the viral 2020 interaction. Does her POV make the situation any less bizarre? Doubtful.

I know what you're thinking: What in the world had to have happened for these threetotally different MCs to get involved in a situation together? Let me explain.Read more...

Thanks to her holiday hit All I Want for Christmas Is You," Mariah Carey has been crowned the Queen of Christmas. Every year, she lets us know when It's time" to put the track on repeat play through Dec. 26. As she prepares to embark on her new Merry Christmas One and All Tour, the superstar discussed the holiday...Read more...

If you're keeping up with the headlines, you know that book bans are on the rise across the country. According to advocacy group PEN America, book bans in public schools increased 33 percent last school year. And if you follow our coverage on The Root, you know books written by authors of color and authors who...Read more...

Finally, the grotesque Confederate statue of Robert E. Lee that was removed from downtown Charlottesville in 2021 has been melted down. Now, its remnants will be used to create new public art.Read more...

Over the weekend,Tiger Woods, 47, acted as a caddy for his 14-year-old son Charlie as he competed in the Notah Begay III Junior Golf Championship in Louisiana. Although Woods was not using his own golf clubs this trip, fans felt a spark of hope as news came out that he was seen walking without a limp.

Republican Presidential hopefuls are back on the debate stage this week for the third debate. With only five candidates on stage, everyone will be vying to prove that they still deserve to be in the race.Read more...

SMDH. The old, dusty self-defense argument seemed to come through for Aurora officer Nathan Woodyard, who put Elijah McClain in a chokehold after he allegedly tried to grab his firearm. He's the second officer charged in connection to the killing to walk free.Read more...

Updated as of 11/7/2023 at 10:15 a.m. ET

Homecoming is a sacred time for alumni and college students, especially at HBCUs. It's a time for Black people to showcase their love for their university and their Black pride. It's truly the best of both worlds. But lately, for some HBCUs, it's been the target of violence.Read more...

From holiday comedies, to captivating biopics, to superhero returns, this fall is stocked with a wide-range of film genres. It may be a cliche to say there's something for everyone, but this time there actually is. With projects from Beyonce, Taraji P. Henson, Mahershala Ali, Viola Davis and Eddie Murphy, we figured...Read more...

Insecure star Yvonne Orji tells it like it is. If you've seen her stand up comedy specials, you know she has keeps it real and has a joke for every occasion. A personal aspect of her life she's been very open about is her virginity. Back in 2017, she revealed to People that she was abstaining from sex until marriage.

In a better world than the one we live in, wanting schools to be diverse and inclusive for all students wouldn't be controversial. But in Wisconsin, Republicans are fighting tooth and nail to block any efforts to foster diversity on college campuses.

For centuries Black mothers, grandmothers and aunties have engaged in a weekly battle ritual with their children. One that requires epic strength, will and endurance and where only the strong survive - wash day.

On Sunday, Nicki Minaj hopped on Instagram Story to tell her most loyal fans to calm down. The star addressed her followers directly, telling them that threatening violence to her detractors simply isn't the answer.Read more...

Math scores are down among students across the country. But when you zoom in on the disparity between Black and white students, the statistics are staggering.Read more...

Over the weekend Bravolebrities and fans celebrated BravoCon in Las Vegas! There, stars from various Bravo shows participated in panels, meet-and-greets, parties, an award show, and more! The Black stars did not disappoint when it came to serving a look. Here are some of our favorite outfits!Read more...

On the second day of the federal trial for Brett Hankison, a former Louisville officer facing civil rights charges in the botched raid that killed Breonna Taylor, a familiar face took the stand to testify. However, that testimony expressed shock and disappointment instead of support.

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As if New Edition's show-stealing tribute to The Spinners during the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony wasn't enough to get fans talking, the group just dropped a major announcement. They're finally hitting Sin City with the Vegas residency fans have been clamoring for. The R&B legends are set to take...Read more...

Voters will be lining up at the polls tomorrow to cast their ballots in critical races nationwide. And while Tuesday's election may be flying under the radar, that doesn't make it any less consequential.

My Neck, My Back" femcee turned viral podcaster Khia has gone viral once more, this time for a feud with new St. Louis sensation Sexyy Red who just sold out an arena in her hometown over the weekend.Read more...

Buffalo Bills' safety Damar Hamlin has only played in one game during the 2023-24 NFL season. However, there was no way he wouldn't travel with the team for its Sunday night game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Following the Bengals' 24-18 victory over the Bills, Hamlin took a private moment on the field to reflect on...Read more...

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Former President Donald Trump may have just dug his own damn grave by testifying under oath Monday in the New York civil fraud trial against him. The $250 million lawsuit was brought by the New York attorney general's office, led by Attorney General Letitia James.Read more...

There's no denying that Lauryn Hill is a legend. The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is one of the most influential albums of all time. So when she announced she was going on a 25th anniversary tour to celebrate the Grammy-winning record, fans rejoiced. But they also had concerns. Hill has a well-known, well-deserved...Read more...