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This may be hard for some young people to fathom since Tyrese Gibson has been a well-known, singer, actor, and entertainer for over a quarter century. But before he was known as the fast-talking Roman Pearce in the Fast and Furious" franchise, he was that one guy from that 1994 Coca-Cola commercial.Read more...

In the 80s, Freddie Jackson ruled R&B. His hits You Are My Lady" and Rock Me Tonight" are still essential parts of Black culture. He's important to our community, which makes the news of his health battle so upsetting. On Wednesday, the singer posted an Instagram video offering fans an update on what he's been...Read more...

So we can all agree that eight time Oscar nominee Glenn Close completely stole the show with her portrayal of Alberta in Lee Daniels' new thriller The Deliverance," right?!

An Ugandan athlete who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics has died after being brutally attacked by her boyfriend, according to authorities. Distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei was just 33 at the time of her death.Read more...

Tareasa Reesa Teesa" Johnson's viral TikTok series Who TF Did I Marry?" had the internet in a chokehold earlier this year. Now, it will now be a television show thanks to a popular Insecure" star, Variety has reported.Read more...

The Queen is back. Just two years after she gave us the beautiful and creative, RENAISSANCE," Beyonce is back for more. Fans are extremely intrigued with what the legendary performer will do on Cowboy Carter," her first country album. It's already caused a lot of controversy and conversation across the industry,...Read more...

The Will Smith slavery drama Emancipation" was the subject of controversy, as it was his first major film after the infamous Oscars slap. It received mixed reviews and suffered from the backlash the actor was still caught in during its 2022 release. Turns out, the real drama was happening behind the scenes.

The Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson made history when she became the first African American female Justice on the United States Supreme Court in June 2022.

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. But in the case of the latest cover of The New Yorker, the picture is worth thousands of social media comments. Since its founding in 1925, the magazine has been known for its iconic (and often controversial) cover images that get people talking.

Ladies Love Cool James is back. After focusing on his acting career for more than a decade, LL Cool J is back to doing what made him relevant. Rapping.Read more...

Updated as of 9/04/2024 at 10:30 a.m. ET (Correction: The suspect is reportedly 11 years old, not 10 years old.)Read more...

All the rumors are true-Lizzo is back on her fitness grind and she's celebrating her progress on social media.Read more...

Lee Daniels' new Netflix thriller The Deliverance" has sparked a lot of discussion on social media. Everyone's favorite topic seems to be Glenn Close as Alberta, a grandmother trying to protect her family from a demon that has invaded their home. For many viewers, it was shocking to see Close-who most well known for...Read more...

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre had no time for the games during a daily press briefing on Tuesday. Fox News' Peter Doocy asked her a question about Vice President Kamala Harris' accent" during a recent campaign rally in Detroit.Read more...

Students across the Carolinas are being warned about a serial foot-grabber (yes, you read that right) targeting the toes of female students on several college campuses in the area.

This continues to be the Year of Beef as evidenced by the latest snafu between 2 Live Crew founder Luther Campbell a.k.a. Uncle Luke and golf legend Tiger Woods.Read more...

Police have found a suspect in the murder of a title-winning University of Wisconsin-Whitewater student Kara Welsh, who was found dead from apparent multiple gunshot wounds on Aug. 30.Read more...

Victor Moses had lifelong dreams of becoming a police officer. It was something he'd dreamed about since he was in middle school. He finally got the opportunity in 2023 when he became a recruit for the Denver Police Department, but his training experience allegedly ruined Moses' career before it had a chance to start.Read more...

Do you spend too much time scrolling through BET, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and yes even Tubi for good Black TV and movies? If the answer is yes," I've got you, mate. I've done a deep dive for you and found Black TV and movies that'll keep you busy the entire Fall. But here's the kicker: The shows I've picked are...Read more...

Jada Pinkett Smith has made some changes to her social media life. The actress and producer went private on Instagram over Labor Day weekend, removing public access to her account...but not before posting a cryptic message that has everyone wondering.Read more...

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been haunting Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump's nightmares since she began prosecuting her case against him for his alleged role in attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in Georgia. But now, it seems Willis' daughter is...Read more...

As of September 3, 2024 at 5:44 p.m., clarifications have been added to this story:Read more...

Following a lengthy interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast and a meme-worthy sit down with The Breakfast Club, Tyrese Gibson may be calling it quits with social media.Read more...

If there's one thing Boosie Badazz is good at, it's running his mouth and finding himself in some sort of legal trouble.Read more...

On Friday (August 30), hip hop legend Fatman Scoop-born Isaac Freeman III- died after suddenly collapsing onstage while performing at a Connecticut concert. He was just 56 years of age at the time of his death.

The U.S. Open Grand Slam event always attracts a huge celebrity presence, and there's a special magic at at the Billie Jean King Tennis Center's Arthur Ashe Stadium that can only exist in New York City. Since the other three major tournaments take place in Australia, France and England, it's a chance for east coast...Read more...

We knew this was coming. From the moment Kendrick Lamar released Not Like Us," we had a feeling that the song would be a staple for HBCU marching bands across the country. We were right.Read more...

Lee Daniels' new horror film The Deliverance" was a hot topic of conversation over the holiday weekend. While some viewers enjoyed the star-studded cast in the demonic possession drama, others seemed to have fun with the movie's over-the-top moments, which revolved around Glenn Close's character Alberta.

An old interview of Nicole Murphy and Wendy Williams has resurfaced online, reminding viewers of Murphy's infamously messy moment with director Antoine Fuqua, and the intensity (and brilliance) of William's interview skills back in the day.Read more...

Another week, another rap beef? According to internet sleuths, this seems to be the case between Cardi B. and Nicki Minaj.Read more...

Popular whiskey brand Jack Daniel's parent company Brown-Forman Corp. plans on abandoning the brand's corporate diversity, equity and inclusion programs, according to a letter the company sent a letter to employees last month, according to Bloomberg. It's quite a move considering the company's rather DEI-heavy...Read more...

In the midst of a high stakes election and historic overall distrust for the nation's highest court, U.S.Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is speaking out in her first broadcasted interview since being appointed.

Diana Ross and Lionel Richie recorded the song Endless Love" in 1981 for the tragic teen love film of the same title. Although critics weren't in love with the Brooke Shields-starring movie, the movie was a box-office success, and the song was an instant hit, spending nine weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100...Read more...

Halle Bailey and DDG's son has gone viral before even turning one! Over the holiday weekendHalo, became an internet meme that caught on all over TikTok, Instagram, and X, formerly known as Twitter.Read more...

In an election year, getting celebrities involved in politics can help with voter turnout and engagement, but it can also lead to more misinformation being passed around. Not all celebs will take the time to make sure they know what they're talking about before they start making the podcast rounds - among them isTyres...Read more...

James Brown also heralded as The Godfather of Soul" and The Hardest Working man in Show Business" left an extraordinary legacy after his passing in 2006. With a colorful and extravagant persona, Brown's larger-than-life style still appears in the home he lived in prior to his death. Born in Barnwell SC, his family...Read more...

Television personality Judge Greg Mathis recently shared personal insight on his marriage, detailing the cause for his divorce with his wife Linda Reese, who filed for divorce on Aug. 22, with their separation starting on July 27 citing irreconcilable differences, according TMZ. Read more...

Since the beginning of time, cultural debates have left our country polarized - Republican or Democrat, Coke or Pepsi, iPhone or Android and Biggie or Tupac are just a few of the topics that can kick off a major beef between people on opposite sides.

All good stories that keep people's attention until the end are the ones with insane plot twists. No, we're not talking fictional tales. Real life humans do things that make us say, Wait, what?!" Where do you think all these movie plot twists come from? Real life

A typical, slow evening shift this month inside a Manhattan pizzeria turned into a nightmare after a defiant customer refused to take his pit bull outside. Believe me... whatever you think happened, what really happened was worse.

Scandal has swept the nation's capital after the protege of D.C.'s Mayor for Life" was arrested and charged with scamming over $156,000 this year.Read more...

The year 2024 is all about beef. Not just in hip-hop, but the entire entertainment industry.

Churches go through changes, but in the case of the Gateway Megachurch in Texas, there's clearly something else in the holy water. On Aug. 21, the church unexpectedly announced Executive Pastor Kemtal Glasgow is no longer employed," sparking questions about exactly went led to his resignation. - Phenix S Halley Read...Read more...

Former president Donald Trump set the tone in his numerous attempts to disparage Vice President Kamala Harris to keep her from the White House this November. However, his allies have taken things a wildly racist step further. - Candace McDuffie Read MoreRead more...

If you love fashion as much as we do, New York Fashion Week is one of your favorite times of the year. While we wait to see what new looks our favorite designers send down the runway, we had to take a moment to celebrate some of the progress Black models have made.Read more...

Venus Williams isn't just a star on the tennis court. The five-time Wimbledon champion is also a standout on the red carpet who is not afraid to push the style envelope in the best way.

Not even in Hotlanta" will money solve all of your problems, but it definitely takes the burden off of most of em. It's no secret finances remains a touchy subject in the Black community, and one content creator detailed how a different financial outlook can make or break a relationship.

Darnay Cockrell called authorities for help, but he was instead handcuffed and forced to the ground by responding officers. The audio and bodycam footage from the Aug. 6 incident has been released to the public, and in response, Cockrell is facing consequences. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...

Blue Ivy Carter is all grown up! Beyonce and Jay-Z's first-born daughter was recently spotted in Los Angeles, with fans reacting all over the internet with takes on how grown the Grammy winner has gotten. - Jared Alexander Read MoreRead more...

During the early hours of last August 20, Kenneth Hardin Jr. and his wife, Carrie, got into a disagreement as all normal couples do, according to a statement from Fayette County Sheriff's Office. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...