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Though things have been less than stellar between rapper Megan Thee Stallion and 1501 Entertainment—the label she originally signed to and has been legally fighting against for the last few years—it appears things might finally be headed toward a peaceful resolution.Read more...

The 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards was a night full of memorable moments and celebrations. One of the most beautiful highlights of the event came when WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle received an emotional standing ovation from the star-studded audience. The couple offered thanks to everyone for their…Read more...

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Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen plans to do a “wholesale overhaul” of the education system by controlling what students are learning and their conversations in the classroom, per The Associated Press. Along with other states’ anti-woke initiatives, this includes book banning and limitations of conversations around sexuality.

Black stars showed up and showed out at the 2023 Screen Actors Guild Awards in vibrant yellows, excellent updos, and perfectly tailored suits. Here are all of the looks we loved from the glamorous evening!Read more...

Like many in the Black community, all were ecstatic when Beyoncé took home the Best Dance/Electronic Album award at the 2023 Grammys for her hugely popular 2022 album Renaissance. It helped her become the most-awarded artist in the history of the recording academy and the first Black woman to win the award.Read more...

Let’s be real here when people think about Massachusetts and specifically the Boston area; Black empowerment isn’t exactly top of mind. But on Friday, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced she was creating an Advisory Council on Black Empowerment.Read more...

In a new report published by the Anti-Defamation League, it was revealed that all 25 extremism-related murders in the United States in 2022 were connected to right-wing extremists. In addition, it also showed that 15 of the 25 extremist-related murder victims were killed in two mass shootings.Read more...

New Year, new babies? Despite us only being nearly three months into 2023, it looks like Nick Cannon may already have plans to father more children.Read more...

Since Daniel Craig announced that he was walking away from the role of James Bond, Hollywood has been buzzing about who could take his place. Here at The Root, we even weighed in with a few Black actors we wouldn’t mind seeing step into the iconic role.Read more...

There were a lot of opinions on Ariana DeBose’s much-talked-about BAFTA rap. But, let’s be honest: there’s only one that actually matters, and that’s Angela Bassett—especially since the West Side Story star’s “Angela Bassett did the thing” line has become a viral sensation. In fact, the 9-1-1 star even referenced it…Read more...

Scott Adams, the illustrator behind the “Dilbert” comic strip, has found himself in hot water after making inflammatory racist remarks. Apparently he has promoted right-wing ideologies for quite some time, but the results of a Rasmussen Reports poll caused him to further amplify his ignorance.Read more...

If you’ve been doom-scrolling since the start of the year, you probably missed this tidbit of good news. Earlier this month, the Department of Education granted $18 million to teaching programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other predominantly minority-serving institutions.Read more...

The first conviction to be overturned by the new laws around musical expression has freed a man from San Bernardino, Ca. According to the Orange County Register, the rap lyrics used to put him away should not have been submitted as evidence at trial.Read more...

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One of the coolest things about Bel-Air is how it reinvents notable moments from the original series. This is showcased brilliantly in the relationship between Hillary and Jazz. As you’ll recall, in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, he was obsessed with her, while she didn’t have the time of day for him. The Season 2…Read more...

Last week, singers Chloe Bailey and Chris Brown received widespread criticism after announcing their newest collaboration on social media.

Black History Month calls for a history lesson! Black people have been shattering glass ceilings and raising the bar for us all over the last few years. Here we shout out some new Black “firsts” worth remembering.

One of entertainment’s most outspoken and charitable couples was honored for their good work. On Saturday, at the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards, Gabrielle Union-Wade and Dwyane Wade were presented with the President’s Award“ in recognition of special achievement and distinguished public service.” Per a press release,…Read more...

To say that civil rights attorney Ben Crump delivered a call to action at the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards is an understatement. He straight up took us all to church with a sermon for the ages. As he accepted the Social Justice Impact Award, Crump highlighted how important it is for everyone to keep fighting against…Read more...

With Queen Latifah hosting the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards, you knew she was going to celebrate all the amazing Black women in attendance. And it truly was a hall-of-fame caliber roster in the house. The spectacular entertainer was stunning in a black and white gown as she opened the show with a short rendition of…Read more...

Although multiple statues have already been awarded this week, Saturday’s ceremony brought out even more of our favorite celebrities, such as Quinta Brunson (above). Here’s who hit the red carpet in style.Read more...

Prosecutors have dropped the criminal charges against Jarrett Hobbs, a man assaulted by a group of sheriff’s deputies in 2022, per The Associated Press. Hobbs was facing assault charges after the beating. However, the video footage showed there wasn’t enough evidence to prove that Hobbs was the threat.

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Though Rihanna’s Super Bowl 57 halftime show performance was nearly two weeks ago, it’s still causing a stir. At first, there were complaints about her not dancing enough and having a lackluster set—even though the star was singing while pregnant with her second child. Now it looks like the trolls are claiming that…Read more...

Black History Month is all about bringing awareness to the successes and struggles of Black people since the United States was established. With this in mind, we decided to take a look at the enduring legacy of white supremacy and its impact on Black people. This is a list of the men that have made the lives of Black…Read more...

In Bruiser, the feature directorial debut from Miles Warren, Till’s Jalyn Hall stars as 14-year-old Darious, a young teen searching for answers to internal questions he’s yet to fully flesh out.Read more...

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If you’ve ever watched PBS’ Finding Your Roots, you know guests are often surprised by the information they learn about their ancestors. But in the latest episode of the hit series, activist and educator Angela Davis was completely blown away. The woman known by many as one of the most important figures of the Black…Read more...

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Spoiler Alert! If you haven’t seen Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania yet, stop reading now!

Look, if I have to be out here with my sword and shield every day between now and May 26, when the live-action The Little Mermaid comes out, I will. I am defending Halle Bailey at all costs. From the moment her casting as Ariel was announced, the singer/actress has been the target of racist online trolls who can’t…Read more...

Every day is a journey through contrasting emotions from successes, failures, love, heartbreak, joy, and grief. And as Black people, sometimes those emotions are heightened given the pressure to act normal and carry through life’s challenges, but what about the times when that all becomes too difficult to carry alone?

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In “Tuscan Leather”, the opening song off Drake’s 2013 album Nothing Was The Same, the Toronto rapper said: “Just give it time, we’ll see who’s still around a decade from now.” Now, nearly 10 since dropping that line it looks as if he may be gearing up to say goodbye to the rap game.Read more...

A North Carolina mom took to Facebook sharing a photo of her daughter’s Chick-fil-A order which had the n-word printed on the receipt, per WSOC-TV. The company believes this wasn’t intentional but rather a misspelling. However, they still may face legal action.

In a new interview with ABC News Live Prime anchor Linsey Davis, Chlöe Bailey and Sheila E. discuss what it means to be Black women navigating the music industry on their own terms. The special premieres tonight (February 24) on ABC News Live and streams tomorrow on Hulu.

Celebrity menswear designer Miguel Wilson has been an authority on men’s fashion for over twenty years. He’s the owner of the Miguel Wilson Collection, a luxury men’s fashion label complete with suits, shirts, accessories, and his signature Wedding Collection. With stores in Atlanta, Washington D.C, and Miami, and a…Read more...

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The recent discussion about “Nepo Babies” has taken over social media. Reactions from famous second and third generation stars have ranged from offended to non-interest. However, one actor has weighed in with a completely reasonable take on the whole conversation. On Thursday, while appearing on The Kelly Clarkson ShowRead more...

If you haven’t heard about Carlos Watson, founder of now-debunked digital media start-up Ozy, you’re in for a treat. In 2021, the New York Times reported that the silicone valley media darling was lying to investors about his site’s success.Read more...

Thinking back, it really started with #OscarsSoWhite.Read more...

One of the most shocking developments to come out of the surprise appearance of Will’s father at the end of Bel-Air Season 1, was the split between Phil and Geoffrey. After Geoffrey revealed the truth about Will’s father, Phil told him he overstepped his bounds and fired the Banks’ house manager. In Season 2, Phil is…Read more...

It’s the remix to conviction—again—for disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly. On Thursday, a federal judge sentenced Kelly to 20 years in prison for his sex crimes to end his Chicago trial.Read more...

With the whole world still buzzing about her gravity-defying Super Bowl Halftime performance, Rihanna is set to conquer another big stage. On Thursday, Oscars executive producers/showrunners Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner announced that the Grammy winner will perform her nominated song “Lift Me Up” at the awards show. …Read more...

For reasons no one will ever understand, actor Ben Stein, 78, decided to go online and profess his love for the old Aunt Jemima logo. You know, the one that promoted the “Mammy” trope that traces back to the days of slavery? The video was posted on Donald Trump’s social media site, Truth Social.Read more...

Every Black woman knows that any amount of perspiration or precipitation can be kryptonite to a fresh relaxer, blowout or silk press. It’s the reason why, after spending all of that time and money in the salon, we’ll do anything not to mess up a hairdo. But now, some Black women are taking extreme measures to make…Read more...

It’s not a surprise to hear that NASCAR isn’t a sport that has been openly welcoming to Black fans. It banned the Confederate flag in 2020, but it still doesn’t feel like we’re completely welcome in that space. However, in recent years, the sport has worked to change that perception. Per NASCAR, through its Diversity…Read more...