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Steve Harvey Reportedly Abandoned His Talk Show Staff, Not Returning Calls or Emails. Perhaps He Was Sleep?
Wake up! We got some more Steve Harvey news. The 62-year-old zoot suit enthusiast has had a hell of a past few weeks, having not only lost his daytime talk show but his additional gig on NBC’s Little Big Shots. Naturally, I’m wondering if the survey will name Family Feud as Steve’s third strike. We’ll…
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Cardi B Unleashes On Tabloids in New Single 'Press'—So, Are Folks Pressed About It?
“Pop up, guess who, bitch?!” Cardi, that’s who. The outspoken rapper is back with a new single called “Press.” And the name speaks for itself—the song is about the press, as in, the news, the blogs, and the tabloids. The single is a quickie and Cardi goes hard on several topics including her daughter Kulture,…
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'I Want to Own My Part In it': Lena Waithe Officially Speaks On Jason Mitchell Allegations
For the first time, Lena Waithe is speaking thoroughly on the allegations against actor Jason Mitchell in regard to his alleged misconduct on the set of The Chi. And it seems she wants to set the record straight on some things. The screenwriter, producer and actress called into popular morning show The Breakfast Club on…
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Viola Davis and Julius Tennon to Executive Produce New Docuseries, In a Man’s World, Featuring Women Disguised as Men
Cue up the James Brown lyric: “This is a man’s world, but wouldn’t be nothing … without a woman or a girl.” Powerhouse production couple Viola Davis and Julius Tennon have a new project in the works under their JuVee Productions banner, and it seems interesting. According to the Hollywood Reporter: The NBCUniversal-owned cable network…
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Ma Proves Why Black Mamas Never Let You Go Over Anybody’s House
Ma has one mantra: “Don’t make me drink alone.” My response: “Don’t drink around her, ever.” Growing up, black kids learn two major things concerning “other” people, (meaning, outside of the family): You can’t eat anybody’s food, and you can’t go over anybody’s house. Ma is a film-based masterclass to remind you why. I clearly…
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Marsai Martin to Star in Fantasy Adaptation Amari and the Night Brothers, Will Also Produce With Don Cheadle
Marsai Martin may be Little, but that secured bag ain’t. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Universal Pictures has optioned the rights to Amari and the Night Brothers. The debut novel comes from first-time author B.B. Alston and the option resulted from a bidding war. Pretty damn impressive. Marsai will be starring in the film, but…
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He Just Can’t Wait to Be King … And Sing: JD McCrary Talks Playing Young Simba in The Lion King and Debut EP
Young Simba is my favorite Simba. Why? Because he’s cute, spunky, braggadocious, and has one of the best Disney songs known to man (and animal kingdom): “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” from The Lion King. That song is also known as a Leo’s anthem. Well, back in the day (all the way back…
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2019 BET Awards: And the Ceremony Host Is…Regina Hall!
BET has some news, and it ain’t Little—the 2019 awards ceremony has a host, and it’s none other than Regina Hall! Per BET’s press release: Regina Hall is one of entertainment’s top leading actresses and a renowned comedian. She is best known for her leading roles in Girls Trip and the internationally recognized Scary Movie…
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Party for the Purple One: Jay-Z and Tidal to Host Release Celebrations for Prince’s Originals Album
Prince not only colored the world with his own music, he also contributed to the music of other iconic artists. And, as we all know, that color was purple. As we continue to celebrate his legacy, Tidal has announced their special line of events to honor the late musician and his posthumous album, released by…
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HBO Leaving Neverland Case to Remain Open After Federal Judge Rejects Michael Jackson Estate Arbitration Request
The ongoing case between HBO and Michael Jackson’s estate regarding the premiere network’s documentary Leaving Neverland has taken an interesting turn, due to a federal judge’s recent decision not to throw the case to an arbitrator, per the estate’s request. Prior to Leaving Neverland’s premiere on March 3, the Jackson estate sued HBO, claiming a…
