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Terrance Howard was MAGA? The actor's latest revelation that he's a former supporter of President Donald Trump was not on our 2025 Bingo card. The Empire" star shared that he was in Trump's corner" until a significant shift in the administration led to a change of heart.Read more...

A clip from one of Yung L.A.'s recent concerts has gone viral, leaving fans concerned about his health. The Ain't I" artist was performing in Greenwood's Elite Lounge in South Carolina over the weekend.Read more...

With less than two weeks until Sean Diddy" Combs is set to stand trial, the disgraced rapper is pulling a few more tricks out his bag. This time around, Diddy is hoping a jury will buy his new defense...and you won't believe what he cooked up.Read more...

By now, we're used to seeing Beyonce and Jay-Z oldest daughter Blue Ivy, 13, on stage. She's shown off her best dance moves performing alongside her mother since 2023's Renaissance Tour. But now, 7-year-old Rumi is getting her time to shine, appearing with her mom and big sister on the opening night of the Cowboy...Read more...

A Florida family was forced to bury their sweet 11-year-old boy after an apparent suicide. However, the lawsuit they filed points to a shocking suspect in the bullying he experienced before his death.Read more...

A Chicago-area restaurant owner has gone viral for all the wrong reasons as a video of a heated exchange he had with a Black customer in the street outside of his business has ignited a debate over race and the culture of tipping in the United States. In the now-viral video, Kenny Chou, the owner of the Table to Stix...Read more...

Sinners" is still taking over! And as the viewers continue to take a bite out of Ryan Coogler's new vampire, horror film, we now know a bit more about how lead star Michael B. Jordan got in the mood for his roles - specifically the intimate ones with his love interests.Read more...

It be your own people." Things are shaking up in the Sanders household following Shedeur Sanders' unexpected fifth round draft pick. Now, it seems another son of patriarch and Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders is leaving the nest for one good reason.Read more...

Shedeur Sanders was selected in the fifth round of the NFL Draft on April 26 as the No. 144 pick by the Cleveland Browns. His delayed drafting left football fans confused after many suspected he would be an early pick. Even President Donald Trump criticized NFL team owners for overlooking the Colorado Buffaloes'...Read more...

Have you ever heard of the Real Gladiators? Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn are two of the biggest names in British boxing, especially Black British Boxing, and they have an iconic beef that has spanned three decades. On Saturday night, April 26th, their sons Chris Eubank Jr, 35, and Conor Benn, 28, inherited the family...Read more...

It's not easy being the first Black leader of the free world (even when you don't have the job anymore). That's why former President Barack Obama does his best to escape all of the Washington, D.C. drama and unplug with his family whenever he can. Martha's Vineyard, an island located in the southeastern part of...Read more...

Derrick Harmon's big NFL draft day was a bittersweet one. On Thursday, the Pittsburgh Steelers selected him 21st overall, a moment he spent years working toward. His mother, Tiffany Saine, however, was not with him to celebrate the big day, as she was on life support at the time of the announcement.

No matter how much time passes, there are certain deaths where you remember exactly where you were when you heard the shocking news. Over the years, the Black community has been forced to grieve our icons, many of which died way before it was truly their time. In this month alone, the anniversaries of the tragic...Read more...

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In a jaw-dropping - yet unsurprising - move, Kanye West, now known as Ye, ran afoul of a social media platform in less time than it takes to hard boil an egg. Despite regularly appearing on streams alongside famous Twitch streamers like Kai Cenat and Adin Ross, the controversial rapper launched his own Twitch stream...Read more...

Just in case folks need another reminder that what you say on the internet never really goes away, look no further than Shannon Sharpe. The former NFL player has dominated the headlines since the news broke that he was hit with a $50 million civil lawsuit from a woman accusing him of rape and battery.Read more...

Even though it's been 160 years since the Civil War ended, Black Americans are still feeling the effects of the war that almost tore the nation apart over slavery. The pain and betrayal stemming from the Civil War continues to be a sore spot of conversation in the country, so of course when several southern states...Read more...

Milwaukee police are investigating what led to the killing of a well-known dentist in the area. The family of Dr. Akintunde Bowden described him as a gentle giant, saying they can't imagine how his own neighbor allegedly gunned him down inside their apartment building.Read more...

Legendary actor Denzel Washington has never shied away from giving his honest opinions during interviews. And that's exactly what he did during a recent conversation about his new Broadway play, Othello" and its high-priced tickets.Read more...

Jonathan Majors is still continuing his press tour and airing out his feelings in an all-new interview. But instead of musing about Marvel, he's opening up about a truly awkward moment with his now-wife, Meagan Good.Read more...

Naomi Campbell has been serving lewks on the Met Gala red carpet for decades, from her very first appearance wearing a colorful mini dress in 1990 to the beautiful Burberry fringed gown she wore in 2024. Now, just days before the 2025 event, the supermodel has left fans wondering whether or not she'll give them...Read more...

As thousands of Americans nation-wide continue to flood the streets to protest President Donald Trump's administration, it seems some of the most influential Democrats are taking a page out of the same book. But despite their efforts to take a stand, Democrats still facing criticism from Americans saying they're not...Read more...

Stephen A. Smith is weighing in on Shannon Sharpe's exit from ESPN, a network Smith has worked closely with for years. The First Take" host took to his YouTube and iHeartRadio show to share his thoughts on Sharpe, saying that he will indeed miss" seeing Sharpe on First Take" with him.

Bishop T.D. Jakes has become the talk of the timelines again. This time, it wasn't because of his sermons nor any sketchy rumored affiliations-but rather a major and truly shocking announcement. And trust us when we say, it's got everyone weighing in.Read more...

It was a long 2025 NFL draft for the son of Pro Football Hall-of-Famer Deion Sanders. Shedeur Sanders was projected to be a first-round pick by multiple experts and mock drafts. So, the quarterback had been waiting for more than a day to find out which team had chose him.Read more...

Since Donald Trump attacked diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, companies such as Walmart have turned its back on their DEI initiatives. However, not all businesses have decided to follow Donald Trump's guidance. Instead, these companies on have stood by their decision to keep DEI practices. Here is a list...Read more...

Cam Ward. Jaxson Dart. Tyler Shough. Jalen Milroe. Dillon Gabriel. That's five quarterbacks who landed a new job before heralded Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders was finally snagged by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.Read more...

Singer-songwriter-musician Bobby Womack grew up in Cleveland, Ohio singing with his five brothers. Starting as the gospel group the Womack Brothers, they eventually changed their name to the Valentinos and their sound to R&B. Under the mentorship of soul singer Sam Cooke, Womack and his brothers landed a record deal...Read more...

There is something that most have intuited about Shannon Sharpe but have not yet said aloud. The truth is painfully obvious; yet it remains unspoken because it is about a famous Black man that we all want to see succeed. However, there is no other conclusion. It is staring us in the face, so we might as well come to...Read more...

Before there was Fat Joe, Big Pun or Biggie, there were The Fat Boys. The Brooklyn-born friends parlayed a win at a rap contest in the 1980s into a record deal, movie roles, and even an appearance on Hollywood Squares."Read more...

Coco Jones' debut album is finally here, but some people have some thoughts about the way her label is promoting her music, including The Breakfast Club" host Charlamagne tha God. Jones was a guest on the latest episode to promote her record Why Not More?"

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There's a new wave of nostalgia sweeping through TikTok and it's wrapped in a familiar 1990s R&B sound that's inspired Black creatives to reimagine their favorite moments from classic Black sitcoms. And the results are truly priceless and comedy gold!Read more...

Uh oh, there's some bad news for Dreamville fans. The music label's leading lady, R&B singer Ari Lennox, is making a major move after nearly 10 years of being signed to Dreamville Records. But if you've been paying attention to Lennox's ongoing battle with the label, then you know it was only a matter of time before...Read more...

Can you believe it's been 30 years since one of the most iconic Black films hit the TV and movie theater screens? Friday" is a certified hood classic.Read more...

A Florida man is being dragged every which way on social media after his disturbing Facebook went viral. The disgusting comments were directed toward an innocent Black girl trying to sell some candy. Now, the man is paying for his words. - Kalyn Womack Read MoreRead more...

Shannon Sharpe continues to find himself entangled in sex-related scandals, and the acts are becoming increasingly challenging to ignore. As previously reported by The Root, the NFL veteran is being sued for $50 million for alleged sexual abuse by his former girlfriend while they were in a two-year relationship. -...Read more...

Singer-songwriter-musician Bobby Womack grew up in Cleveland, Ohio singing with his five brothers. Starting as the gospel group the Womack Brothers, they eventually changed their name to the Valentinos and their sound to R&B. Under the mentorship of soul singer Sam Cooke, Womack and his brothers landed a record deal...Read more...

Just when you thought Kanye Ye" West couldn't shock you any more outrageous tweets, it seems the Donda" rapper had to get something else off his chest. But unlike his previous rants about anti-Semitism, Jay-Z and Beyonce or himself as a Nazi," West just revealed a tragic secret. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...

Another order from President Donald Trump that seems to prove to some Americans he doesn't give a damn. At the top of this week, he announced the collection of federal student loans by pretty much any means necessary. All the folks who ain't vote for him are pissed.Read more...

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For the past week, talk about Ryan Coogler's Sinners" has taken over the internet as folks dissect everything from the soundtrack to what exactly is going on in that last scene. But the latest buzz has been all about the fashion and the colorful COOGI sweater Michael B. Jordan's character is seen wearing in the film.Read more...

If a fight is what the president wants, he's poking at the right bear! Much of the nation's powerful entities are complying with President Donald Trump's efforts to censure history, control teachings in schools and even deport university students. But Harvard University is taking a stand.Read more...

What year even is it?! Kanye West is back in headlines, but this time, the Chicago rapper is being dragged back into mess from 2021. Does anyone remember when rumors were swirling over him allegedly having an affair with a huge name in the makeup industry? Well if not, here's the tea.Read more...

The young, talented actress Storm Reid enjoys showing her playful, bubbly personality with her social media followers. However, don't get it twisted - she has no issues firing back comments if you try to come at her.Read more...

Years after being released from prison, Bill Cosby is still facing legal battles. The disgraced comedian and actor has been having money troubles, and now, he's been forced to sell off one of his two New York City townhouses.Read more...

Ohio police responded to a call about a report about a dispute between a man and his adult son. However, the caller gave a confession to a horrifying crime before the cops pulled up, and now, he's in major trouble.Read more...

The internet is in complete disbelief after learning what a Black soccer player did - or failed to do - while his wife and young daughter were being abducted. Around 3 a.m. on Wednesday (April 23), Ecuadorian player Jackson Rodriguez's wife, Andrexy Karelis, and their 5-year-old child were kidnapped when men broke...Read more...

Georgia authorities are on the hunt for a caregiver who's facing serious charges following a shopping spree. Nah, they're not accusing her of shoplifting. The cops say her shopping haul came at the cost of a very vulnerable individual.Read more...