The Root

From her radio days to her hit talk show "The Wendy Williams Show," no celebrity was safe from the mess.Read more...

Alyson Stoner appeared in multiple videos for Missy Elliott, but that doesn't mean they're friends with the rapper.Read more...

From Maxwell's greatest breakup song to Kirk Franklin's legendary gospel track, The Root's cleaning playlist includes some of the many songs to tap into the next time you pick up a mop.Read more...

As hip-hop celebrates 52 years on August 11, we're listing the genre's most unforgettable lyrics.Read more...

Murphy revealed how someone special from early in his life predicted his now-legendary fame.Read more...

Spending more time behind bars is a reality the Bad Boy mogul keeps trying to avoid, but this latest attempt might be going too far!Read more...

Squeals from excited "Cowboy Carter" tour dancers can be heard from every corner of the internet after receiving Queen Bey's thank you gift.Read more...

Former Major League Baseball outfielder David Justice, who also happens to be a pretty great storyteller, had us rolling during his appearance on Matt Barnes' podcast.Read more...

The president just announced a military takeover of Washington, D.C. over crime and homelessness, but why is he really doing this. We have theories.Read more...

Leading up to the vicious double homicide, police were called to Veronique John's house multiple times citing domestic issues.Read more...

James Richburg shot William Womack "from near-point-blank range" because the latter allegedly refused to apologize for bumping into him.Read more...

"There was no way I was missing out on Baltimore!" the "Soul Survivor" said in an August 4 social media post.Read more...

The father and daughter talk about why they decided to share their unique family dynamic in their reality series, 'Wayne Brady: The Family Remix.'Read more...

An associate professor at UNC Chapel Hill was studying the impact of environment on Black maternal health outcomes...until DOGE got involvedRead more...

Sha'Neal Fox-Jones took to TikTok after a viral video of her being attacked has many folks coming up with crazy theories.Read more...

Shoppers entered SHEIN's pop-up in Atlanta's Perimeter Mall "swag surfing" after waiting in long lines wrapped around the corner.Read more...

Mrs. Knowles-Carter can never reach the heights of Mr. Jackson for one simple reason...Read more...

New video footage of the altercation in question has been released to the public and let's just say, it's not casting Richardson in the best light.Read more...

Shows like "South Park" and "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" have proven they're not afraid of Trump or any potential retaliation from all the jokes, jabs and calloutsRead more...

Martin Luther King's statue deserved better - and the internet agrees.Read more...

After looking at the best-dressed Black celebrities this summer, it's time to take a look at the best-dressed celebrity kids.Read more...

Ms Tina Knowles went on Instagram to defend her superstar daughter from the internet and a mystery celeb...Beehive looking at you Piers Morgan.Read more...

The Labor Department's recent report is concerning because Black folks are often the first to be hit by economic downturns in the nation.Read more...

David Justice has some thoughts regarding his previous marriage to Halle Berry, specifically calling out his ex for never negating the claims of abuse surrounding their relationship. On one of the latest episodes of the All the Smokepodcast, Justice went deep on his relationship with the Academy Award-winner, breaking down how they came together, their...Read more...

Here's the tea behind the talk that kept fans guessing about Michael's love life throughout the decades.Read more...

Days after his wedding, NFL star Travis Hunter bought a mansion in one of Florida's most exclusive neighborhoods.Read more...

As Berry's past relationships are in the news again, we look back at her former strained romances with the likes of Wesley Snipes to David Justice.Read more...

The popular singer is feeling the love for the latest hit single. But instead of basking in it all by herself, she taking it and giving it back in a new endeavor!Read more...

From Hulk Hogan to Mel Gibson to Paula Deen, we're looking at beloved celebs who have gone public with racist statements towards Black people.Read more...

Football fans, even white ones, did not like that a talent like Shedeur was being "blackballed."Read more...

From a bestselling debut album to a life-threatening health scare, we're looking at the life of the legendary R&B singer Al B. Sure!Read more...

The "That's So Raven" star divulged about the seven year relationship she had with a mystery male star way back when.Read more...

It's been three years since Migos broke up and Takeoff was fatally shot.Read more...

The summer may be almost over, but great books by Black authors are still coming in hot.Read more...

Dame Dash's "insane" Aaliyah comparison sparks a social media firestorm.Read more...

Though we're only halfway through 2025, there's already been countless happenings in Hollywood and pop culture in general that we just didn't see coming. Let's take a look!Read more...

Gregory Washington became the first Black president to George Mason University in 2020, but when Trump got into office, his title was at risk.Read more...

From Marsai Martin to JD McCrary, these singers, actors and athletes are next up! So keep your eye out.Read more...

After DoorDash driver Faith Morris didn't deliver a customer's chicken wings, the hangry customer allegedly did the unthinkable.Read more...

From a historic Chicago mansion to a spacious Martha's Vineyard vacation home, our favorite First Family has called many beautiful properties home.Read more...

Rep. Jolanda Jones admits her comments went "too far" and issued an apology and retraction after her interview with Don Lemon.Read more...

Lupita, Keke, Brandy and more make our list of our favorite Black scream queens of all time.Read more...

It is a shame he ruined his legacy. Ray Nagin could have been remembered as one of the greatest mayors in American history.Read more...

Black folks online say Romeo Beckham is a "baby Shemar Moore" who could be kin to the DeBarge family. What you think?Read more...

The body of a 4-year-old boy turned up under a bridge back in 1972. Now, police finally know what happened to him.Read more...

Jimalita Tillman is back in the news, but this time it's not because of another viral moment with Usher, but rather her shocking lawsuit against Shannon Sharpe. Let's get into it!Read more...

From the DC snipers to the largest manhunt in Southern California history, here are 12 Black mass shooters.Read more...

Babies born in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic are headed to kindergarten, and folks are scared.Read more...

Kids across the country are getting ready for the start of a new school year, and parents are more than happy to take their homes back (oops, did we say that out loud?). Anyway, the first day of school is a huge photo op for families who want to capture the moment of their little...Read more...

The relationship between Shields, an Olympic winning boxer and rapper Papoose is unfortunately filled with a lot of drama.Read more...