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Justin J. Pearson on What the State of the Union Address Really Means for Black Folks

Tenn. politician Justin J. Pearson broke down exactly what all Black folks should take away from Trump’s State of the Union address on Feb. 24.

Heartbreaking Story of Hattie McDaniel, The First Black Oscar Winner

David Bowie’s Daughter Reveals Heartbreak of Being in Treatment When He Died

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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

Oliver “Power” Grant and Other Black Stars We Lost in 2026

We are honoring all of the Black stars who left us in 2026.

Black Leaders React to Trump’s State of the Union

Marla Gibbs is Spilling Major Tea in Her New Memoir, Here Are 5 Things You Didn’t Know

This Former Miami Mayor Was a Successful Immigrant — But the Government Says He Led a Double Life

NFL Star Shares Important, Heartbreaking Message Following Fellow Player’s Suicide

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The Most Handsome & Brilliant Black Men From Every Era

From Barack Obama to Kendrick Lamar, these talented and attractive men wowed society with both their looks and contributions to the world. Let’s take a look!

The Worst Oscars Red Carpet Trainwrecks Over the Years

Celeb With Tourette Syndrome Speaks Out After N-Word Remark at BAFTAs, But the Internet Isn’t Here for It

DMX’s Son Shares ‘Spiritual’ Moment With His Father As He Transitioned

Gabourey Sidibe’s Husband Has Shocking Health Scare

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Finally, a New Breakthrough in the D4vd Celeste Rivas Death Case

Court filings from an investigative grand jury’s probe into the shocking death of Celeste Rivas have revealed the true “target” of the case.

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Check Out Black Celebrity Influencer Hannah Bronfman’s Fly NYC Pad

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David Bowie’s Daughter Reveals Heartbreak of Being in Treatment When He Died

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Black Internet Responds to Alex Cross’ Romance With a White Woman in the New ‘Cross’ Season

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Black Woman’s Essay on Modern Dating Is Lighting Up The Comments Section

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Check Out Black Celebrity Influencer Hannah Bronfman’s Fly NYC Pad

Black Woman’s Essay on Modern Dating Is Lighting Up The Comments Section

Are the $2,000 Tariff Refunds Trump Promised <i>Actually</i> Coming?

Are the $2,000 Tariff Refunds Trump Promised Actually Coming?

NFL Star Shares Important, Heartbreaking Message Following Fellow Player’s Suicide

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On the 100th Anniversary of Black History Month, We’ve Come So Far — Yet Still Have So Far to Go

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

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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

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Exclusive: Raphael Saadiq Opens Up About Being With D’Angelo Days Before His Passing

A Look at The Fascinating Love Story Between Diana Ross and Berry Gordy

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

Black Woman’s Essay on Modern Dating Is Lighting Up The Comments Section

A Black woman shared her take on dating Black men in 2026, and people can’t stop talking about it.

Candace Owens Has MAGA <i>Furious</i> After Announcing Series Investigating Charlie Kirk's Widow

Candace Owens Has MAGA Furious After Announcing Series Investigating Charlie Kirk’s Widow

After launching a new series investigating Erika Kirk, Candace Owens is getting dragged by MAGA sick and tired of all of the drama.

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