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Did You Know These Black Celebs Are Trump Supporters?

From rappers like Nicki Minaj to famous athletes, these are the surprising people in President Trump’s corner. Let’s take a look!

Inside Frederick Douglass’ Final Home in DC

Was Heathcliff in ‘Wuthering Heights’ Really Black?

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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

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

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

Popular Reality Shows That Need Tell-All Documentaries ASAP!

Why Tyra Banks Was Always the Real Problem on ‘ANTM’

NBA Legend Chris Paul’s 5 Dirtiest On-Court Moves

America is Experiencing the Age of the Dominus: Our Moment of Truth

15 Best Hip-Hop Love Songs For Valentine’s Day

Entertainment

Rapper Lil Jon Break Silence After His Son’s Tragic Death

Lil Jon spoke out earlier this month about the death of his son and now he’s sharing his reflections and an update with his fans.

Not McSteamy! Why Black Women Are a Mess Over Eric Dane’s Death

Was Heathcliff in ‘Wuthering Heights’ Really Black?

Whoopi Goldberg Clears Up Epstein Files Confusion

Why Tyra Banks Was Always the <i>Real</i> Problem on 'ANTM'

Why Tyra Banks Was Always the Real Problem on ‘ANTM’

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Rapper Lil Jon Break Silence After His Son’s Tragic Death

Lil Jon spoke out earlier this month about the death of his son and now he’s sharing his reflections and an update with his fans.

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15 Times Stephen A. Smith Disappointed Black Folks

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The Tale of Vanity, Prince’s True Love Who Couldn’t Escape Her Demons

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Oklahoma Cop Caught Beating a Black Man on Video—But Police Chief Says It’s Not What It Looks Like

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New Black TV Shows To Watch In 2026

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Culture

15 Times Stephen A. Smith Disappointed Black Folks

Inside Frederick Douglass’ Final Home in DC

Exclusive: Jennifer Hudson, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons

WATCH: Celeb Publicist Records the Scary Passenger Incident That Forced His Delta Flight to Turn Around

Opinion

How <i>Not</i> To End Up Like Cardi B, Halle Berry or J. Lo: Unlucky in Love Because of Bad Decisions

How Not To End Up Like Cardi B, Halle Berry or J. Lo: Unlucky in Love Because of Bad Decisions

America is Experiencing the Age of the Dominus: Our Moment of Truth

Maybe You’re Single on Valentine’s Day Because You Listen to Social Media

White Olympic Figure Skater Praised For a Dangerous Backflip — That a Black Woman Was Penalized For Decades Ago

Beauty/Style

North West’s Best Fashion Looks

RIP Valentino: Iconic Black Celebrity Looks by the Designer

Black Celebs’ Most Iconic Giorgio Armani Fashion Moments

The Evolution of A$AP Rocky’s Style

Viral Stories

J. Cole Is Popping Up at HBCUs— And Nobody Knows Where He’s Heading Next

This New Wave of Black Artists is Fusing Christianity With Rap, R&B and AfroBeats

A Definitive List of D’Angelo’s Greatest Hits, In Honor of His Birthday

Jaafar Jackson Opens Up About Playing His Uncle in New Michael Jackson Biopic