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Trailer Roundup: Welcome to Buteaupia, but I Have to Warn You…Freedia Got a Gun
Welcome back, me! I missed y’all last week, which means this list is about to be brolic. But as literally every single moment in 2020 has shown us, we need the escape. Let’s get to it! The Trial of the Chicago 7 (Netflix; Release Date: Oct. 16, 2020) First Impressions: My actual first impression of…
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Reggie Hayes Speaks on Battling Congestive Heart Failure and Girlfriends Being Undervalued
It’s been twenty years since the premiere of Girlfriends and one of its co-stars, Reggie Hayes, has some things to say. Though the series delightfully centered Black women, Hayes’ “William Jerrowme Dent, Esq.” was a recurring staple in the lives of Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross), Toni (Jill Marie Jones), Maya (Golden Brooks), and Lynn (Persia…
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Megan Thee Stallion Is Performing on the SNL Premiere Hosted by Chris Rock—Oh, Did Something Else Happen? [Updated]
Megan Thee Stallion is having a stellar season. In addition to the huge success of “WAP” and her Revlon deal, this week alone was packed with flourishing news for Thee Stallion, including being named one of the Time 100 Most Influential People of 2020 (and rocking a fierce cover courtesy of 2020 Root 100 honoree…
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Mariah Carey Opens Up About Tommy Mottola in New Memoir: 'He Tried to Wash the ‘Urban’ Off of Me'
We’re about to learn the “meaning” of Mariah Carey. At the time of this blog’s posting, the diva’s new memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey (co-written by Michaela Angela Davis) is set for wide release and will soon be in the hands of fans and curious onlookers alike. In a recent book review from Rich…
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Roy C. Hammond, Soul Singer Best Known for Often-Sampled 'Impeach the President', Dead at 81
Roy “Roy C” Hammond, the soul singer best known for writing and producing the Honey Drippers’ song “Impeach the President” has died at the age of 81. The New York Times confirmed Hammond died in his home on Sept. 16 in Allendale, S.C. due to liver cancer. Born Roy Charles Hammond on August 3, 1939,…
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The Co-Writer of Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On' Is Suing Ed Sheeran, Alleging Copyright Infringement
“Let’s Get It On”…in court! Apparently, we have another lawsuit involving Marvin Gaye on our hands, y’all. We all know the legendary reputation of Gaye’s estate when it comes to having no tolerance for copyright infringement (Robin Thicke, we’re looking at you), but this lawsuit isn’t actually a product of the litigious-prone estate for the…
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Billboard Music Awards 2020: Lil Nas X, Khalid, Lizzo and Kanye West Among Leading Nominees
It’s that time again—the industry’s leading music charts brand is ready to honor the top artists of the year with some shiny statuettes! The nominees for the 2020 Billboard Music Awards are in! Post Malone is the top nominee this year (with 16 nominations), but there is definitely some Black representation among the leading nominee…
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Emmys 2020: Zendaya's Historic Lead Actress Win Is Euphoric
Another year, another TV awards season! Well actually, this isn’t just another year (*stares into camera*), but you know what I mean. Before we start with the big show, there were some Black-ass wins at the 72nd Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards, which spanned across five days. Here are some highlights: First off, Eddie Murphy…
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Ray Fisher and Jason Momoa Claim Warner Bros. Is Using 'PR Tactics' to Distract From Work Abuse Investigation
Ray Fisher’s public battle with Warner Bros. seems to be heating up. As background, the 33-year-old actor who portrayed Cyborg in the studio’s Justice League film claimed back in June that the film’s director Joss Whedon engaged in “gross, abusive, unprofessional, and completely unacceptable” conduct on set when Whedon took over for the film’s original…
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John Boyega Doesn’t 'Have Time for Nonsense'; Steps Down as Jo Malone Global Ambassador After Erasure
John Boyega has already shown us that he will not sacrifice his own morals for money, branding nor access to the Hollywood industry. Well this past weekend, the establishment tried it in what appeared to be yet another attempt at erasing Black talent (which, sounds familiar, in his case). British perfume and scented candle brand…
