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James Brown Died On Christmas Day: Here's His Fascinating Story

James Brown Died On Christmas Day: Here’s His Fascinating Story

The music world lost a legend when James Brown passed away on Dec. 25, 2006. From his hit songs to his legal woes, we’re looking at the life of Soul Brother Number One
Did You Know Black Folks Were Behind John Lennon's Famous 'Happy Xmas' Song?

Did You Know Black Folks Were Behind John Lennon’s Famous ‘Happy Xmas’ Song?

Heartwarming Black Christmas Rom-Coms to Stream This Holiday

Heartwarming Black Christmas Rom-Coms to Stream This Holiday

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'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

Samuel L. Jackson, John David and Malcolm Washington on 'The Piano Lesson,' Family and Legacy

Samuel L. Jackson, John David and Malcolm Washington on ‘The Piano Lesson,’ Family and Legacy

Wayne Brady and Maile Brady Tell Us Who Choreographs Their Fun TikTok Dances

Wayne Brady and Maile Brady Tell Us Who Choreographs Their Fun TikTok Dances

Morris Chestnut Tells Us What Song Always Gets Him to the Dance Floor and What You Better Not Bring to a Party at His House

Morris Chestnut Tells Us What Song Always Gets Him to the Dance Floor and What You Better Not Bring to a Party at His House

3 Ways to Think Like a Businessman, According to Executive Walter Davis

3 Ways to Think Like a Businessman, According to Executive Walter Davis

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The Story of Temptations Legend David Ruffin's Ascent and Tragic Downfall

The Story of Temptations Legend David Ruffin’s Ascent and Tragic Downfall

Best known as one of the lead singers of The Temptations, Ruffin’s star story has a tragic ending.
<i>The Root's</i> Ultimate Guide to Holiday Dos and Don'ts!

The Root’s Ultimate Guide to Holiday Dos and Don’ts!

Don’t make a holiday party mistake you’ll live to regret. Check out our list of dos and don’ts before you leave home, instead.

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