Shanelle Genai

10/7/21

Halle Berry, Anthony Anderson, Jennifer Hudson and Barry Jenkins to Be Honored at Critics Choice Association's Celebration of Black Cinema & Television

The fourth annual ceremony recognizes standout achievements in Black Cinema and for the first time ever this…

10/7/21

National Black Justice Coalition, GLAAD Call Out Dave Chappelle’s ‘Lazy and Hostile Transphobia and Homophobia' Jokes in Latest Netflix Comedy Special

The longtime comedian’s special hit the streamer on Tuesday and was quickly met with a backlash.

10/6/21

Colman Domingo, Chris Rock, Audra McDonald, Glynn Turman All Tapped for Upcoming Bayard Rustin Biopic

The forthcoming Netflix film will be directed by Ma Rainey's Black Bottom director George C. Wolfe and produced by…

10/6/21

It's the Remix to Eviction: R. Kelly's Music Channels Get Removed From YouTube

The disgraced R&B singer was convicted on nine counts of sex trafficking and racketeering just last month.

10/6/21

BET Hip-Hop Awards 2021: Nelly; Tyler, the Creator and Missy Elliott Among Winners

The annual ceremony aired on Tuesday night, hosted by 85 South’s Chico Bean, DC Young Fly and Karlous Miller.

10/5/21

Move Over Apple: Kanye West Filed a Trademark for a Line of ‘Donda’ Electronic Products

The multihyphenate artist is seemingly expanding on his latest, innovative album, Donda, which was released just…

10/5/21

Grab Your Coin: Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Will Be Headed to a Storefront Near You Soon

'You’ll absolutely see some stores in 2022,' said Savage X Fenty's co-president and chief merchandising and design…

10/5/21

‘Comedians Have a Responsibility to Speak Recklessly’: Dave Chappelle’s Newest Comedy Special <i>The Closer</i> Lands at Netflix

‘Comedians Have a Responsibility to Speak Recklessly’: Dave Chappelle’s Newest Comedy Special The Closer Lands at Netflix

The latest trailer for the special debuted on Monday and featured a classic narration from ‘the voice of God’…

10/4/21

Sterling K. Brown to Star and Executive Produce Upcoming Limited Series,<i> Washington Black</i>

Sterling K. Brown to Star and Executive Produce Upcoming Limited Series, Washington Black

The show, which will also be adapted by Selwyn Seyfu Hinds, received a limited series order from Hulu.

10/4/21

In Honor of Chadwick Boseman, Netflix Creates $5.4 Million Scholarship for Howard University Students

The Chadwick A. Boseman Memorial Scholarship will award four-year scholarships to incoming HU students in the…

10/4/21

Why Are They Like This? Another White Woman, This Time, Katie Couric, Recalls Feeling ‘Shaken’ After an Interview With Denzel Washington in 2004

‘He's one of my favorite actors, but I remember walking out and feeling really kind of shaken,’ Couric explained in…

10/1/21

Wendy Williams Postpones Return to Daytime Talk Show Due to Ongoing Medical Issues

Williams, who previously tested positive for COVID, was expected to make her return to the purple chair on Monday.

10/1/21

Donnie Simpson Announces Return of Video Soul; Big Tigger Teases Rap City '21

‘I’ve been waiting to say this for 25 years now,’ wrote the longtime host and veteran radio personality in his…

9/30/21

‘It’s Really Good. Of Course, I Love Him Anyway’: Dolly Parton Praises Lil Nas X’ Cover of ‘Jolene’

The Montero rapper covered the country classic for BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge.

9/30/21

'Bye, Peach': Porsha Williams Confirms Exit From <i>The Real Housewives of Atlanta </i>After 10 Seasons

'Bye, Peach': Porsha Williams Confirms Exit From The Real Housewives of Atlanta After 10 Seasons

The reality star has been on the long-running franchise since season five back in 2012.

9/30/21

Weird Flex, But OK: Ellen Pompeo Says She and Denzel Washington ‘Went at It’ on the Set of <i>Grey’s Anatomy</i>

Weird Flex, But OK: Ellen Pompeo Says She and Denzel Washington ‘Went at It’ on the Set of Grey’s Anatomy

The longtime ABC actress shared an interesting exchange during a recent episode of her Tell Me With Ellen Pompeo podc…

9/29/21

Role Call: Haile Gerima's <i>Sankofa</i> Finds a Home at Netflix, Thanks to Ava DuVernay’s ARRAY

Role Call: Haile Gerima's Sankofa Finds a Home at Netflix, Thanks to Ava DuVernay’s ARRAY

Questlove set to be honored by the Sundance Insitute; Janelle Monáe partners with AAPF for new campaign 'Say Her…

9/29/21

WATCH: The <i>Insecure</i> Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You Are

WATCH: The Insecure Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You Are

The trailer hit the Twittersphere Wednesday afternoon and, in true Insecure fashion, had the timeline all in its…

9/29/21

Though Absolutely No One Asked, Bill Cosby Apparently Has Some Thoughts About R. Kelly; Chuck D Also Weighs In

Hip-hop icon Chuck D also shared his unique viewpoint on Kelly’s guilty verdict, prompting swift online backlash.

9/29/21

Following R. Kelly’s Guilty Verdict, Ex-Mentee Sparkle Speaks Out

The singer was the first woman to publicly sound the alarm about Kelly after viewing the infamous tape involving the…

Shanelle Genai's posts

Halle Berry, Anthony Anderson, Jennifer Hudson and Barry Jenkins to Be Honored at Critics Choice Association's Celebration of Black Cinema & Television

National Black Justice Coalition, GLAAD Call Out Dave Chappelle’s ‘Lazy and Hostile Transphobia and Homophobia' Jokes in Latest Netflix Comedy Special

Colman Domingo, Chris Rock, Audra McDonald, Glynn Turman All Tapped for Upcoming Bayard Rustin Biopic

It's the Remix to Eviction: R. Kelly's Music Channels Get Removed From YouTube

BET Hip-Hop Awards 2021: Nelly; Tyler, the Creator and Missy Elliott Among Winners

Move Over Apple: Kanye West Filed a Trademark for a Line of ‘Donda’ Electronic Products

Grab Your Coin: Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Will Be Headed to a Storefront Near You Soon

‘Comedians Have a Responsibility to Speak Recklessly’: Dave Chappelle’s Newest Comedy Special The Closer Lands at Netflix

Sterling K. Brown to Star and Executive Produce Upcoming Limited Series, Washington Black

In Honor of Chadwick Boseman, Netflix Creates $5.4 Million Scholarship for Howard University Students

Why Are They Like This? Another White Woman, This Time, Katie Couric, Recalls Feeling ‘Shaken’ After an Interview With Denzel Washington in 2004

Wendy Williams Postpones Return to Daytime Talk Show Due to Ongoing Medical Issues

Donnie Simpson Announces Return of Video Soul; Big Tigger Teases Rap City '21

‘It’s Really Good. Of Course, I Love Him Anyway’: Dolly Parton Praises Lil Nas X’ Cover of ‘Jolene’

'Bye, Peach': Porsha Williams Confirms Exit From The Real Housewives of Atlanta After 10 Seasons

Weird Flex, But OK: Ellen Pompeo Says She and Denzel Washington ‘Went at It’ on the Set of Grey’s Anatomy

Role Call: Haile Gerima's Sankofa Finds a Home at Netflix, Thanks to Ava DuVernay’s ARRAY

WATCH: The Insecure Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You Are

Though Absolutely No One Asked, Bill Cosby Apparently Has Some Thoughts About R. Kelly; Chuck D Also Weighs In

Following R. Kelly’s Guilty Verdict, Ex-Mentee Sparkle Speaks Out