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Ryan Coogler, Cynthia Erivo and More Reveal Their Favorite Movies of All Time

If you fancy yourself a movie buff or just a lover a cinema, then you already know there are arguably more films out there than hairs on our head. But, that doesn’t mean all of them are going to be good to watch or worth your time. So how do

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Dominique Thorne Reveals Why She Almost Passed on <em>Ironheart</em>

Dominique Thorne Reveals Why She Almost Passed on Ironheart

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A Peek Inside Travis Hunter’s New Jacksonville Mansion

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

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Ryan Coogler, Cynthia Erivo and More Reveal Their Favorite Movies of All Time

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Why Black Internet Has Had <i>Enough</i> of B. Simone's Antics

Why Black Internet Has Had Enough of B. Simone’s Antics

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Cardi B, Offset and the Real Reasons Celebrities Recycle Each Others’ Partners

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 19: Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky attend the “Highest 2 Lowest” red carpet at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 19, 2025 in Cannes, France. Photo: Getty Images Monica Schipper

Every Must-See Outfit From the 2025 Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet

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Internet Still Uncomfortable With Doechii’s Face ‘branding’ During Met Gala

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Shaboozey’s Met Gala Look Was Relentlessly Roasted, But Critics Say it’s a Sinister Pattern New Black Artists Shouldn’t Ignore

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Jalen Hurts and Our Other Favorite Children’s Books Written By Black Celebrities

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, Taraji P. Henson, Mary J. Blige and Serena Williams are just a few of our favorite Black celebrities who have written books for kids.

Mother Allegedly Bashes Her 6-Year-Old Daughter’s Head in with Hammer, But How She Involves Her Son is Truly Chilling

The Louisville mother apparently admitted to the heinous crime, claiming she has “difficulty controlling herself”

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