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Norman Lear reinvented the modern television comedy. He moved away from the traditional" family presented on series like Ozzie & Harriet," offering more authentic blended and extended families on shows like All in the Family" and Maude." As the man behind influential titles like The Jeffersons," Sanford and Son"...Read more...

Suge Knight's prison podcast Collect Call" has been controversial, to say the least. He's had a lot to say about fellow Hip-Hop stars Dr. Dre, Akon and Diddy, but now he's revealing a surprising story about one of the most powerful people in the world.

Civil rights attorneys Benjamin Crump and Harry Daniels held a press conference Tuesday to announce their intentions to file a federal lawsuit on behalf of Leonard Cure, who was fatally shot weeks ago by a Georgia deputyjust after being released from 16 years of wrongful imprisonment.

As the still-surprising divorce between Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert continues to play out, it appears the NBA star may have just been handed a win in the case.Read more...

Lenny Kravitz may have said what he said with regard to the lack of support he felt he's received from Black media. But now he's making sure his message doesn't get lost in translation after a handful of Black media provided receipts challenging him. I'll explain.Read more...

Three years after the brutal death of Manuel Ellis, the officers involved must now face a jury.Read more...

The health benefits of breastfeeding are plentiful and have long been acknowledged. According to the CDC, breastfeeding allows moms to share antibodies with their little ones through their milk, which helps them develop strong immune systems while providing protection against illnesses.Read more...

As if Cardi B hasn't been in the news enough lately for negative events - from modeling for the problematic brand Balenciaga to her continued legal battle with Tasha K - it looks like her love life could be on the rocks too.

The criminal case against the woman who went viral for accosting and slapping a Latino construction worker just got hit with a delay.

Joe Budden knows how to feed his internet followers by stating his unpopular opinions. This time, he pissed off NBA Youngboy with commentary on his new music.Read more...

Former GMA3" hosts T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach may have been out of the spotlight since their respective departures from the show, but now they're back to break their silence on their relationship and how things have been lately.Read more...

When you grow up in show business, you'll undoubtedly have plenty of stories to tell. Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson has made us laugh for decades with memorable stints on the Nickelodeon series All That, the cult classic film Good Burger and, of course, his larger-than-life presence on Saturday Night Live.Read more...

Lil Nas X is not here for y'all's judgment.

It was only a matter of time until legal action entered the conversation regarding the racially motivated shooting in Jacksonville, Fla. that claimed the lives of three Black people. The families of the victims are targeting the Dollar General where the shooting happened in a new lawsuit filed Monday.

Will this back and forth between Michael Oher and the Tuohy's ever end?Read more...

Bonafide superstar and Worthy" author Jada Pinkett Smith made this year's Root 100 list for her contributions to the culture. Smith began her illustrious career as an actress on television shows like A Different World" and films including Set It Off" and the Matrix" series.Read more...

The Fashion Awards in London on Monday evening featured some of today's biggest names in the fashion industry, from models to designers. This year saw one of the most diverse lineups for the Model of the Year Award contestants. For the first time, a Black curve model, Paloma Elsesser, won the big prize.Read more...

Jamie Foxx returned to the spotlight on Monday night - and to the delight of fans, he was back to his hilarious jokester self.Read more...

On Monday, opening statements for Jonathan Majors' domestic dispute trial began.Read more...

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has been known to float some out-of-left-field policies. But his latest idea is raising a ton of eyebrows.Read more...

So, how long is a brand canceled? In the case of Balenciaga, not long at all as rapper Cardi B made her runway debut for the disgraced brand over the weekend.

The Rankin County Sheriff's Office in Mississippi announced reform measures that have been adopted by the department after five of the department employees pleaded guilty to torturing two Black men earlier this year. Will new training keep the Goon Squad from being revived?

On Friday, charges were filed revealing John Turscak as the inmate accused of stabbing former police officer Derek Chauvin. Turscak, 52, has been charged with attempted murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, assault to commit murder and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.Read more...

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee's recent campaign advertisement for the Houston Mayoral race is getting a ton of buzz - just not for the reasons she'd like.Read more...

In 1988, we saw the music video for Parents Just Don't Understand" and it became clear that Will Smith a.k.a. The Fresh Prince was a star. From there, he conquered Hip-Hop, made The Fresh Prince " a sitcom classic and became a bonafide movie star.Read more...

It seems 2023 couldn't end without the news of yet another celebrity uncoupling. This week's target? Tracey Edmonds and Deion Coach Prime" Sanders.Read more...

If I Am Legend is one of your favorite Will Smith movies, you were thrilled by the news in 2022 that the star is returning for a sequel to the 2007 horror/thriller. Even more exciting was the announcement that Black Panther's Michael B. Jordan would join him in the film. Considering that Will's Robert Neville died at...Read more...

Though Juliana Margulies had no problem saying despicably racist comments with her chest on a peculiar podcast interview, the actress has predictably tried to walk back what she said.Read more...

For those of you in the market for your happily ever after, it's safe to assume you're probably familiar with BLK-the popular dating app that prides itself on fostering a warm, inviting, and supportive space where Black love is celebrated in all its forms." But true love starts within ourselves, and in order to aid...Read more...

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Red carpets, premieres, and galas have their own personalities. You wouldn't wear to the Grammys what you would wear to the Oscars. In the age of TikTok and viral likability, no one understands this more than influencers. On the eve of The Root's annual 100 Gala, we caught up with a few digital (and real life)...Read more...

Grammy- and Oscar-winning singer, songwriter and composer Jon Batiste is on the ride of his life. The New Orleans native is the first honoree announced from this year's Root 100 list and will be a special guest at our live event on December 5 at the Apollo Theater.

I have spent much of the past four months reflecting on my two years at the White House, trying to formulate answers to the questions I hear most often: What exactly did you do at the White House? How did you get your job there? What was your favorite moment? What is Vice President Kamala Harris like in person? (That...Read more...

Former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin, who is currently doing federal and state time for the killing of George Floyd, was stabbed last week by a fellow inmate. After a chilling period of silence, officials have confirmed he will survive the attack. Read MoreRead more...

Everyone has a favorite special or movie that officially signals the season is here. Whether you watch it once or 100 times, it's your jam and you can't celebrate without it. Luckily, most streaming services have you covered and you can easily find these classics. No need to go scrolling through your apps, because...Read more...

If you haven't checked out the Paramount+ drama Lawmen: Bass Reeves, you're missing out on the true story of one of Black history's unsung heroes. The anthology series chronicles the life and career of Deputy US Marshal Bass Reeves, who is widely known as the greatest lawman in history. Legend says he's the hero the...Read more...

On the list of shows that ended too soon, Girlfriends is No. 1. Fans still love it, and have been begging for a reunion or revival since it was unceremoniously canceled. Recently, executive producer Kelsey Grammer expressed his support for the show's possible return, saying, I don't know if Paramount+ is gonna grab...Read more...

Dexter Wade's family wasn't only one to be cheated out of saying their last goodbyes in Jackson, Miss.: The family of Marrio Moore said their loved one was deceased and buried without their knowledge.Read more...

Mark Fisher, the co-founder of Black Lives Matter Rhode Island, took to Fox & Friends" to pathetically endorse Donald Trump as president and shareasinine rhetoric about why Black folks are exiting the Democratic party. Read MoreRead more...

As parents, our most important job is protecting our kids. That means we're always on the lookout for everything from the imaginary monsters hiding under their beds to the real monsters hiding behind their phones and computer screens. It's why I've been trying with all of my might to keep my 11- and 13-year-old kids...Read more...

If you thought your family's Thanksgiving was full of drama, it was nothing compared to the Harris' public meltdown. While attending the Atlanta Falcons NFL game on Sunday, rapper T.I., his wife Tiny and their son King Harris got into a public fight, which seemingly led to a physical scuffle between father and son. Rea...Read more...

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Actress Uzo Aduba announced the birth of her baby girl with her husband, filmmaker Robert Sweeting, on Instagram.

How happy are y'all to see me?"

The Good Wife" actress Julianna Margulies lost her whole-ass mind and spewed unbelievable racist hate in a new podcast interview. On Back Room with Andy Ostroy, the host remarked that people hate Jews" talked about antisemitism as it pertains to the Israel-Hamas War.Read more...

It looks like things turned up a notch in the viral incident of a white high schooler punching a Black girl in an alleged racist attack. The white student in question has been slammed with a felony charge in connection to the incident.

Roger Bonds, Diddy's former longtime bodyguard, is speaking out once again with regard to the handful of sexual assault and abuse allegations lobbed against his ex-boss by Cassie in the bombshell lawsuit.Read more...

Michigan Senate candidate Hill Harper unleashed a media firestorm when he posted on X that a wealthy political donor offered him $20 million to drop out of his race and primary Rep. Rashida Tlaib.Read more...

If you're looking for a club banger to add to your holiday party playlist, Beyonce has just gifted you with an early Christmas present. On Thursday, just in time for the release of Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce, the icon dropped her new song My House." It fits right in with the dance/house tracks she delivered on...Read more...