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  • 2024 Oscars: Facts and Stories Behind Nomination Surprises

    Sterling K. Brown, Colman Domingo and Jon Batiste lead the interesting stories surrounding the 2024 Oscar nominations.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    January 23, 2024
  • With Another ‘Wizard of Oz’ Remake Coming, Is It Time We Create Our Own New Heroes?

    As Kenya Barris reveals details on new ‘Wizard of Oz’ and ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ projects, we wonder if it’s time to move on from updating classic stories.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    January 22, 2024
  • Here’s What Shannon Sharpe Thought of the ‘SNL’ Katt Williams Parody

    Here’s What Shannon Sharpe Thought of the ‘SNL’ Katt Williams Parody

    The long-running sketch comedy series took on the comedian’s viral ‘Club Shay Shay’ appearance and the former NFL star had a strong reaction to the video.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    January 22, 2024
  • Black Celebs Who Recently Received Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Black Celebs Who Recently Received Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

    The Hollywood Walk just got a lot funkier now that George Clinton has finally received a star.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    January 19, 2024
  • ‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’: 5 Other ‘80s Movie Sequels We Don’t Want, And One We Desperately Need

    ‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’: 5 Other ‘80s Movie Sequels We Don’t Want, And One We Desperately Need

    The trailer for ‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’ has us examining other ‘80s movies we don’t need to revisit, and one that absolutely should be updated.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    January 7, 2024
  • The Movie & TV Roles You Know Actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor From

    The Movie & TV Roles You Know Actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor From

    Ahead of her starring role in ‘Origin’, opening wide Jan. 19, the Oscar nominee has been in more than a few memorable roles in film and TV.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    January 4, 2024
  • Jeffrey Wright Reveals Why His Character’s Use of the N-Word Led to a Studio Replacing Him

    Jeffrey Wright Reveals Why His Character’s Use of the N-Word Led to a Studio Replacing Him

    The Emmy winner explains why he was replaced while dubbing 1999’s Civil War epic ‘Ride With the Devil.’

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    Stephanie Holland






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    January 4, 2024
  • ‘The Color Purple’ Stars Explain Film’s Lesbian Love Affair Between Two Characters

    ‘The Color Purple’ Stars Explain Film’s Lesbian Love Affair Between Two Characters

    Taraji P. Henson and Danielle Brooks responded to criticism about the portrayal of a romantic relationship between Shug and Celie.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    December 27, 2023
  • Will Tiffany Haddish’s Latest Antics Get Her Career Canceled?

    Will Tiffany Haddish’s Latest Antics Get Her Career Canceled?

    The ‘Girls Trip’ star pleaded not guilty to her Thanksgiving weekend DUI charges.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    December 21, 2023
  • Cameron Diaz Defends Jamie Foxx Over Behavior Unprofessional Rumors

    Cameron Diaz Defends Jamie Foxx Over Behavior Unprofessional Rumors

    ‘The Holiday’ actress defended her Oscar-winning co-star from unconfirmed rumors about his on set behavior.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    December 20, 2023
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