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  • 8 Black Actors Who Got Their Start in August Wilson Plays

    8 Black Actors Who Got Their Start in August Wilson Plays

    Some of our greatest actors have appeared in the prolific playwright’s shows on and Off Broadway.

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    Jared Alexander






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    June 30, 2025
  • All the Black-led Movies To See This Summer

    Summer is here, which means it’s time to go to the movies. Hollywood has cooked up plenty of flicks for everyone this year, from thrilling sports dramas like “F1,” the return of fan-favorite franchises like “Jurassic Park,” and films for the whole family like “Smurfs.” Oh, and Spike Lee is back with a brand new…

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 30, 2025
  • Marvel Bringing Back Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror, Explained

    Marvel Bringing Back Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror, Explained

    Rumors are flying around whether or not Majors will ever be in the MCU again.

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 25, 2025
  • The History of Brandy and Monica’s Messy, Violent Feud

    The History of Brandy and Monica’s Messy, Violent Feud

    The two R&B icons are coming together this fall for a tour over 20 years in the making.

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 24, 2025
  • Some of the Juicy Topics Cardi Might Rap About on Her First Album in 7 Years, ‘Am I the Drama?’

    Some of the Juicy Topics Cardi Might Rap About on Her First Album in 7 Years, ‘Am I the Drama?’

    Cardi just announced her highly anticipated second studio album.

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 23, 2025
  • Black American fans React to Beyoncé’s Better Cowboy Carter shows in Paris

    Black American fans React to Beyoncé’s Better Cowboy Carter shows in Paris

    Over the weekend, Beyoncé descended upon Paris, bringing her viral world tour to the City of Lights. While the show has only gotten better, there was something about these dates in the City of Lights that rose above the rest, leaving her stateside fans feeling some major “fomo.” Here are all the ways Beyoncé’s Paris…

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 23, 2025
  • The Words Cassie Spewed in Audio Played at Diddy Trial Made Public, And What She Said May Shock You

    The Words Cassie Spewed in Audio Played at Diddy Trial Made Public, And What She Said May Shock You

    Diddy’s defense used the audio in an attempt to prove Cassie was “an enthusiastic participant” during “freak offs.”

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 20, 2025
  • The Shocking Reason Michelle Obama Says She’s ‘So Glad’ She Didn’t Have a Boy

    The Shocking Reason Michelle Obama Says She’s ‘So Glad’ She Didn’t Have a Boy

    The former First Lady has interesting reasoning for not wanting a son.

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 20, 2025
  • The Shade Queen: Mariah Carey’s 12 Shadiest Moments Over the Years

    The Shade Queen: Mariah Carey’s 12 Shadiest Moments Over the Years

    All of Mariah Carey’s shadiest moments from “I Don’t Know Her” to her epic feuds with Nicki Minaj and Eminem.

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 18, 2025
  • How Tisha Campbell Saved Gabrielle Union’s Life

    How Tisha Campbell Saved Gabrielle Union’s Life

    The “Bring it On” actress revealed a life-changing moment between her and Campbell back in the day.

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    Jared Alexander






    Published

    June 17, 2025
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