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Russell Simmons on RushCard Crash: ‘One of the Most Devastating Times in My Adult Life’
It’s been almost a month since thousands of users of Russell Simmons’ prepaid debit card, known as the RushCard, were left in the dark without access to their money. By “left in the dark,” we mean literally. Many people flooded social media with complaints of not being able to access money to pay light bills,…
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Zendaya Coleman Talks New Music and Appropriation: ‘I Have That Pride in Knowing That I’m an African American’
Last winter, Zendaya Coleman was thrust into the spotlight, and it wasn’t because of a new acting role or music. As Coleman was embarking on an evening of glitz and glamour while rocking a Vivienne Westwood dress and faux locks, she quickly realized that her fashion choices were under a microscope. And some may have…
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An Open Letter to the Tenn. Mom Offended by Cam Newton
Dear Rosemary Plorin, Do you mind if I call you Rosemary? I read that you and your daughter attended Sunday’s Tennessee Titans vs. Carolina Panthers game, where you had the privilege of witnessing one of our greatest players today stomp all over your Titans. You also witnessed something that people like to refer to as…
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Denzel Washington Will Receive Cecil B. DeMille Award at Golden Globes
On Saturday, Denzel Washington presented Spike Lee with Lee’s honorary Oscar during the Governors Awards. Now Washington will be honored by Hollywood at this year’s Golden Globe Awards. Washington is this year’s Cecil B. DeMille honoree at the Golden Globes, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced. Washington joins past recipients Jodie Foster, Robin Williams and…
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Watch: Ne-Yo, David Alan Grier, Elijah Kelley, Amber Riley and Stephanie Mills Perform ‘Ease on Down the Road’
As the premiere of The Wiz Live! approaches, NBC has been giving people a look at some of the behind-the-scenes rehearsals and costume designs. Last week we were treated to a duet between Shanice Williams and Stephanie Mills as they sung “Home.” And now the cast can be seen singing yet another popular song from…
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Nevada DA Says Drug Charges Against Lamar Odom Are Possible
Kicking a man while he’s down seems to be what Nevada’s Nye County is attempting to do to Lamar Odom. The county in which Odom overdosed is now mulling over whether to file drug charges against him. According to TMZ, Nye County District Attorney Angela Bello is considering charges of either possession of cocaine or…
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Charlie Sheen Is Allegedly Going to Reveal HIV-Positive Status During Interview
Charlie Sheen is alleged to be HIV-positive and reportedly will reveal his HIV status on Tuesday’s Today show, according to People magazine. The 51-year-old actor and former star of Two and a Half Men is going public with his status because of threatened lawsuits from women who have had sex with him, TMZ reports. NBC…
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Cam Newton Doesn’t Give a ‘Dab’ That Opponents Don’t Like His ‘Dab’ Dance
The Carolina Panthers’ Cam Newton is not only known for his exceptional skills on the football field and with his clothing; he also likes to put on a show for his fans after scoring touchdowns. But during Sunday night’s game against the Tennessee Titans, Newton’s dancing drew ire from his opponents, specifically Avery Williamson. During the…
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Riley Curry Lands 1st Modeling Gig
It’s about time Riley Curry stopped living off her father’s dime and got a job of her own (sarcasm). The 3-year-old daughter of NBA star Stephen Curry and his wife, Ayesha, is now the face of Utah-based Freshly Picked, a company known for its kiddie moccasins. In new ads, young Riley promotes the company’s new line of…
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Spike Lee Rips Hollywood on Lack of Diversity During Honorary-Oscar Acceptance Speech
Spike Lee may be catching flak over his new film, Chi-raq, but on Saturday, the filmmaker had a few words for Hollywood and its lack of diversity. While accepting his honorary Oscar at the Governors Awards, Lee pointed out the hypocrisy of those in attendance: the heavy hitters in Hollywood who are liberal, until it comes…
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