Black Twitter Decodes Rapper Foxy Brown’s Mysterious Posts Following Jay-Z Lawsuit, Inside Meagan Good’s Beautiful LA ‘Sanctuary, ’ Why is Everyone Afraid of Jay-Z? Here’s the Tea, Did Something Seem Off With Jay-Z At Blue Ivy’s ‘Mufasa’ Moment? Black Internet Has Thoughts

A collection of The Root’s posts of the week in entertainment

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Inside Meagan Good’s Beautiful LA ‘Sanctuary’

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Meagan Good is known for her iconic movie roles, but when it’s time to go home, the actress told EBONY Magazine she finds solace in her LA “sanctuary.” – Phenix S Halley Read More

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Why is Everyone Afraid of Jay-Z? Here’s the Tea

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In response to the lawsuit brought against him and rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs, Jay-Z said the attorney made a “terrible error in judgement” thinking all celebrities were the same. Though he was referencing integrity and honor, it’s safe to say he also meant power. – Kalyn Womack Read More

Did Something Seem Off With Jay-Z At Blue Ivy’s ‘Mufasa’ Moment? Black Internet Has Thoughts

Jay-Z, left; Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” at Dolby Theatre on December 09, 2024 in Hollywood, California. Photo: Getty Images Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic

If you were Blue Ivy Carter and you knew your dad Jay-Z was currently embroiled in some legal drama, would you want him showing up to one of your biggest career moments and possibly hindering your shine? – Shanelle Genai Read More

Jay-Z Ex-Girlfriend Speaks Out Amid Rapper’s Legal Scandal

Shawn Carter AKA Jay-Z attends “The Harder They Fall” World Premiere during the 65th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall on October 06, 2021 in London, England. Photo: Getty Images John Phillips for BFI

It’s not surprising that Jay-Z’s latest legal issues has gotten people talking and the latest person to enter the conversation—ex-girlfriend Carmen Bryan—appears to be choosing sides. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Why Black America, Especially Black Internet, Is Waiting For Jay-Z’s Downfall

Jay-Z at the “Mufasa: The Lion King” premiere at Dolby Theatre on December 09, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Image: Getty Images Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images

The fallout from the Jay-Z allegations continues to rock the world and Black internet at large. Since the rapper was named in a bombshell rape lawsuit on Sunday night, it seems like everyone is taking to their favorite social media platform (TikTok) to share their opinions, perspectives, and thoughts on Jay, from why they think this has been a long time coming, to how his sudden response to the lawsuit may or may not have hurt his standing in the court of public opinion. – Jared Alexander Read More

Black Twitter Decodes Rapper Foxy Brown’s Mysterious Posts Following Jay-Z Lawsuit

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People who were once close associates of Jay-Z are now reacting to the serious allegations against the hip-hop mogul. The latest to do so is rapper and former collaborator Foxy Brown. – Noah A. McGee Read More

Celebs Including O’Shea Jackson Jr., Meek Mill Clap at Comedian Andrew Schulz Over Kendrick Lamar Rape Joke

(L) Andrew Schulz, (R) Kendrick Lamar Image: Getty Images Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic / Phillip Faraone/Getty Images

The fallout from Andrew Schulz’s wild joke about rapper Kendrick Lamar continues. Last week, Schulz heard a lot from Black Twitter, who had plenty to say about Schulz’s comments. Now, even some celebrities and public figures are taking to social media to callout his shocking remarks. – Jared Alexander Read More

Does J. Lo Know More About This Jay-Z, Diddy Assault Case Than We Think??

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Jennifer Lopez might find herself in the same boiling hot water as her ex-boyfriend, Sean “Diddy” Combs, and Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter after the singer was caught on camera fighting with Diddy on the same night of the alleged rape. – Phenix S Halley Read More

Brandon Wilson Gives Insider Secrets to Nailing the Perfect Southern Accent

“Nickel Boys” star Brandon Wilson joins The Root to discuss the new film and the importance of the one-of-a-kind filming experience.

Jurnee Smollett Reveals Her Character in ‘The Order’ Was Originally Written as a What???

The actress joins The Root to talk about her new film “The Order” while also dishing on her no. 1 style tip for the red carpet.

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