We've spent a big chunk of the year worried about the health of Wendy Williams. Amid a highly-publicized back-and-forth between her guardian and family, as well as reports that she's battling dementia, fans are wondering what's really going on with the former talk show host. Well, a clip from a recent family outing...Read more...

Oprah Winfrey and Ina Garten are setting the record straight. The two TV icons go way back, and on a recent podcast episode, they both took the time to clarify their friendship and stories about them, specifically whether or not Winfrey actually slapped the TV cook back in the day.

Joey Bada$$ recently got into a fight with someone who fans assumed was friends with the 1999" rapper.Read more...

It looks like things are getting messy between exes and actors Jodie Turner-Smith and Joshua Jackson. The Queen and Slim" star is accusing Jackson of reneging" on his promise to take care of her after their divorce, and now she is asking the court to make him make good on his word.Read more...

One thing you guys love is real estate porn, those beautiful homes of our Black, rich and famous. And that's all good, but what about the rest of us? Even though it's holiday season, The Root is looking ahead to the new year! And if one of your New Years resolutions is to purchase your own home, you came to the right...Read more...

Earlier this month, MSNBC host Joy Reid stated that Black women have resigned" from efforts to save America" after Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris to become this nation's next president.Read more...

Tis the season for hot chocolate and stocking stuffing! To celebrate everyone's favorite family holiday, The Root has gathered some of the many iconic Black Christmas songs to make your Christmas day extra special.

It's Christmas and that can only mean one thing: The inauguration of Donald Trump we prayed would never happen again is just a few weeks away. To add insult to injury, it's on the MLK holiday. - Madison J. GrayRead more...

While Hollywood has dreamed up some of the most interesting and unique stories we've ever seen, it's always been the ones based on true life that captivate us the most. It's why biopics are such a popular genre. For Black audiences, movies and TV series are often the best way for us to have our history presented to...Read more...

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In just two short weeks, attorney Tony Buzbee found out just who Jay-Z is. Ever since the 99 Problems" rapper was named in one of the many civil suits against Sean Diddy" Combs, the two have engaged in a pretty public back and forth in both the courts and online, leading various allegations and stories about Buzbee...Read more...

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Even during the most wonderful time of the wear, we see some of the worst acts against humanity. Crimes during the Christmas holiday aren't isolated to the typical shopping mall robberies, thefts or credit card scams. Every horrid crime you could think of can and will occur during holiday season.Read more...

A lot of actors say they have more fun playing the bad guy. But what happens when the bad guy they're portraying actually has a point and their actions are just misunderstood?Read more...

It's been another great year for sneakerheads of all different ages. There was something for everyone this year, whether you're a hooper, a fashionista or an OG who only wants the classics.Read more...

While Hollywood has dreamed up some of the most interesting and unique stories we've ever seen, it's always been the ones based on true life that captivate us the most. It's why biopics are such a popular genre. For Black audiences, movies and TV series are often the best way for us to have our history presented to...Read more...

Congratulations...you made it to the other side of a maxed-out credit card and a living room full of wrapping paper for yet another year! Now that that's out the way, you can get down to enjoying the true Christmas pastime: Posting up with your family members to enjoy a few films and movies before everyone has to...Read more...

If you were asked to name the most popular Christmas songs among Black America, Donny Hathaway's This Christmas," would be one that would come to mind. If you are Black, you know nearly every word or at least the hook.

Christmas is going to look a little different this year for Diddy. The disgraced rapper and Bad Boy Entertainment CEO Sean Diddy" Combs is set to spend his first Christmas behind bars this year, and new details have emerged regarding what this holiday will look like for him, including potential visits from his family.

Let's face it... Black life is often like a psychological thriller. People lie in our faces, team up against us, call us out our names and killing us for no reason. Bad things do happen to us, which is why we get annoyed by all those Black struggle" films. In reality, we always make it through but do we really have...Read more...

As much as we love a comforting, heartwarming holiday story, not all Christmas movies are created equal. From ridiculous tropes, to unimaginative stories, to bad acting, there are several factors that can derail a Christmas movie. It also doesn't matter how big the budget is, things can still go horribly wrong. To...Read more...

It's Christmas and that can only mean one thing: The inauguration of Donald Trump we prayed would never happen again is just a few weeks away. To add insult to injury, it's on the MLK holiday.Read more...

As 2024 nears its end, we can't help but look back at some of the best cinematic moments of the year. Whether it was watching legendary actor don a dress, some rings, and go crazy" or another talented actress defy gravity on the big screen-audiences had more than their share of satisfying films to keep them pushing...Read more...

On Christmas Day, the world will get reintroduced to Olympic boxing champion Claressa Shields and her inspiring journey in the new film, The Fire Inside." And while the movie is sure to shed some new light on a somewhat hidden figure onscreen-offscreen stars Ryan Destiny, Brian Tyree Henry and Shields herself have...Read more...

From Kangol hats to Starter jackets to the freshest Air Force Ones, rappers have always been expected to show up in style. But while they've been known to accessorize with some pretty expensive jewelry, designer handbags weren't always part of the look.Read more...

We know you already have Only Murders in the Building," Shgun," The Day of the Jackal" and The Penguin" on your list of 2024's best TV series. As great as those shows are, they don't tell the full story of this year's best TV. We got spectacular, standout performances from Niecy Nash-Betts in Grotesquerie," Lamor...Read more...

Once upon a time, Sean Diddy" Combs was one of the most recognizable and respected figures in the music industry, causing him to be mentioned in some of the most popular songs in recent memory. But, due to the recent crimes he's been accused of, some of those shoutouts have aged poorly. Here are some of the songs...Read more...

The latest scandal to rock the New York City Police Department (NYPD) is one that no one saw coming. Jeffrey Maddrey, the department's highest-ranking uniformed officer, stepped down from his position on Friday, Dec. 20, after being accused of sexual misconduct.Read more...

Double standards. Society is built on them, and although they're biased by design, we can't help but feel offended when they don't work in our favor. We're all aware of the double standards Black people face in regards to our race, but some of them are obviously outrageous.

Tiger Woods took some inspiration from his father over the weekend as he discussed his son's latest accomplishment on the golf course.Read more...

Beginning with Katt Williams' explosive Club Shay Shay" interview, then moving into the lyrically vicious Kendrick Lamar vs Drake feud, then heading to Paris for the Summer Olympics and wrapping up with box office combo of Gladiator II" and Wicked," it was clear that Black culture once again dominated the...Read more...

Because it's a day that ends in y," yet another video has surfaced on social media of a Karen" doing what they do best - threatening to call the police on someone because they feel they have been wronged.

Sean Diddy" Combs has been named in two more lawsuits, rounding out a year full of headline-making lawsuits and federal charges for the disgraced mogul.

U.S. Women's National Soccer Team star Trinity Rodman recently made headlines when she discussed her relationship with her father, NBA legend Dennis Rodman. She doesn't usually talk about him, and now we understand why.Read more...

Oregon officials have condemned a racist letter that has been circulating in various communities throughout Lincoln County. According to a Dec. 19 Facebook post by the sheriff's office, the letter entitled The Brown Round Up, Part 1" encouraged residents to track and report information regarding people of color.Read more...

In just two short weeks, attorney Tony Buzbee found out just who Jay-Z is. Ever since the 99 Problems" rapper was named in one of the many civil suits against Sean Diddy" Combs, the two have engaged in a pretty public back and forth in both the courts and online, leading various allegations and stories about Buzbee...Read more...

Pranks on social media are all fun and games until the police get an idea of what you're doing and it leads to your arrest.Read more...

A Georgia woman tried to move back into her own home, but when she arrived, she found an alleged squatter on the property and all hell broke loose.

During the promotional tour for his memoir Growing Up Urkel," Family Matters" star Jaleel White has had a lot to say about his time on the 90s comedy. His comments about the show not being considered on the same level as hood" shows like Living Single" and Martin" had Black fans on social media particularly upset...Read more...

According to a shocking new report by The Nation, former Black Panther Party members have insisted that they are still being monitored by the FBI even though COINTELPRO was terminated back in 1971. COINTELPRO, which stands for Counterintelligence Program, was a covert operation started by the FBI in 1956.Read more...

Writer/director/producer Tyler Perry has often been criticized for his films and TV series feeling narratively repetitive. Viewers claim that he's just using the same stories over and over. Many fans and critics who think media mogul's lack of reliance on a traditional writers room is the reason for his creative...Read more...

After nearly 50 years on the stage and screen, actor Denzel Washington has a lot to be proud of, including breaking box office records, winning two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, a Tony and more. But over the weekend, the Gladiator II" star achieved another milestone - and he's calling this one his greatest...Read more...

Though 2024 came with a handful of highs, it also came with a handful of lows in everything from the political sphere to entertainment and pop culture.Read more...

In an effort to challenge Derek Chauvin's conviction in the federal case that resulted in the death of George Floyd, his attorneys are attempting to re-examine Floyd's heart tissue to see if he truly died from asphyxiation caused by Chauvin sitting his knee for more than nine minutes.Read more...

Al B. Sure is not afraid to speak his mind, especially when it comes to Sean Diddy" Combs. - Noah A. McGeeRead more...

This year has seen a plethora of ups and downs but nothing hits as hard as the death of someone beloved. In particular, when that person is relatively young, it causes many to question how something tragic like this could happen and reflect on their own mortality. And when that person is young and famous, the effects...Read more...

When Pastor Patrick Purcell woke up the morning Donald J. Trump was projected to win the presidential election, he said he kept hearing one word, Peace." Not everyone experienced that. However, Purcell and other church leaders say the next four years may not be as damning as we expect.Read more...

Keith Lee is one of the few Black social media influencers who has been able to break through as a cultural figure who is known by those who don't even spend hours scrolling through TikTok. But even in all the success, Lee admits that he's dealt with depression and anxiety.Read more...

Just a few days ago, Tatsha Robertson, our Editor-in-Chief, was invited to a Christmas brunch at White House where invitees were able to walk through the historic mansion. Biden himself showed up and gave an inspiring speech.Read more...

Barack Obama just released his much anticipated (and sometimes controversial) 2024 favorites list. From books, music to movies, Obama's bold choices can't please everyone. Regardless, let's get into a few of the books, hooks and movies that caught his ears and eyes. Let us know if you liked his list or not.