Black Stars Who Have, Um, Disappointed Us Big Time

Black Stars Who Have, Um, Disappointed Us Big Time

While celebrities like Ben Carson, Drake and Keke Palmer have contributed greatly to the Black community, they’ve also disappointed us beyond belief.

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LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during game four of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on April 27, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Getty Images Ronald Martinez

Why LeBron James is Getting Dragged For His MLK-Inspired Nike Sneakers

Designed to commemorate MLK Day and LeBron James’ 23rd season, “King James” and Nike have been called “tone-deaf” for the new shoe.
The Heartbreaking Fate of a Former Nickelodeon Black Child Star Exposes a Deeper Issue

The Heartbreaking Fate of a Former Nickelodeon Black Child Star Exposes a Deeper Issue

Kianna Underwood, a child star on Nickelodeon’s ‘All That’ had a life that should raise concerns about other child stars.

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