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  • Run-DMC’s Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels Reveals Shocking Details of Post-Success Alcoholism, Depression

    Run-DMC’s Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels Reveals Shocking Details of Post-Success Alcoholism, Depression

    While appearing on Will Smith’s Class of ‘88 podcast, the hip-hop pioneer discussed the dark path he found himself on after Run-DMC’s success faded.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    October 31, 2023
  • Halloween Nightmare: The Worst Trick or Treat Items to Get Instead of Candy

    Be smart this Halloween, pass out real candy and avoid items like baseball cards, jelly beans and pennies.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    October 31, 2023
  • SZA Thought Drake Was ‘Sabotaging’ Her With ‘Slime You Out’ Vocals

    SZA Thought Drake Was ‘Sabotaging’ Her With ‘Slime You Out’ Vocals

    The ‘Kill Bill’ singer opens up about how her insecurities surfaced while she was collaborating with the Canadian superstar.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    October 31, 2023
  • Halloween 2023: Black Celebs Best Costumes

    Halloween 2023: Black Celebs Best Costumes

    Megan Thee Stallion, Victoria Monet and Chloe Bailey are some of the celebrities who went all out with memorable Halloween costumes this year.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    October 31, 2023
  • Here’s the Hilarious Reason Why Lil Wayne Doesn’t Write Down His Raps

    Here’s the Hilarious Reason Why Lil Wayne Doesn’t Write Down His Raps

    The rap superstar has a very logical, yet funny reason for not putting pen to paper.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    October 30, 2023
  • Hulu’s Oprah-Produced Mystery, Black Cake, Is Our TV Pick This Week

    The epic series is an adaptation of Charmaine Wilkerson’s New York Times best-selling novel.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    October 30, 2023
  • What Really Happened When Will Smith, Pepa Went On a Date Back in the Day?

    What Really Happened When Will Smith, Pepa Went On a Date Back in the Day?

    On an episode of the Oscar winner’s Class of ‘88 podcast, the rap legends recalled the time they went on a date, and the internet has questions.

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    Stephanie Holland






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    October 30, 2023
  • Flavor Flav Shocks the Internet With His Emotional National Anthem Performance

    Flavor Flav Shocks the Internet With His Emotional National Anthem Performance

    The Public Enemy icon surprised everyone by performing “The Star-Spangled Banner” before Sunday’s Milwaukee Bucks game.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    October 30, 2023
  • During Crazy Times, Here Are the Shows We Binge When We Need Comfort

    During Crazy Times, Here Are the Shows We Binge When We Need Comfort

    Insecure, Psych, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Living Single are the shows we dive into when we need a positive pick me up.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    October 29, 2023
  • TV’s Best Binge: The Hidden Gems of Netflix

    TV’s Best Binge: The Hidden Gems of Netflix

    Marshall, Queen Charlotte, Girlfriends and missing are some of the movies and series you’ll find on the streaming giant.

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    Stephanie Holland






    Published

    October 28, 2023
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