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Oprah Winfrey, left and Taraji P. Henson attend THR Presents Live: The Color Purple on December 11, 2023 in New York City. Photo: Getty Images Arturo Holmes/The Hollywood Reporter

Taraji P. Henson Finally Addresses Those Rumors of Drama With Oprah During ‘The Color Purple’

Taraji P. Henson is finally clearing the air when it comes to "The Color Purple" drama and those rumors of a rift between her and Oprah Winfrey. In case you forgot, Henson stepped into the iconic role of Shug Avery in Warner Bros' flashy musical film reboot of "The Color Purple" in 2023. While promoting the film, Henson went viral while sitting down with Gayle King, breaking down in tears over the pay disparity in Hollywood, especially as a Black actress. Many saw this as her taking a shot at Oprah, especially due to the fact that Winfrey was one of the main producers on the film. On the latest episode of "The Breakfast Club," however, she finally set the record straight. Host Charlamagne Tha God brought up the topic directly, saying that a lot of people thought Henson was "kicking Tyler Perry and Oprah's back in" when she made

Spoilers! Now That Sinners is Streaming, Here's Symbolism You Probably Missed

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Did Fiona Apple Prompt Chart-Topping Hip-Hop Phenom Lil Nas X to Take ‘A Little Time Off’?

It can’t be curtains already for Lil Nas X. On Friday, the “Old Town Road” rapper took to social media to tell his millions of fans that he’s taking a chill pill and will stand still. “It’s been a wild last 7 months and im ready to take a little time off,” the 20-year-old Atlanta…

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Karu F. Daniels

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September 28, 2019
Entertainment, Television

Gabrielle Union Is Bringing Black Girl Magic to NBC

In a world full of turmoil, we can never have enough Black Girl Magic—and it appears Gabrielle Union will be bringing some over to NBC. Variety reports that the Being Mary Jane alum will serve as an executive producer on Black Girl Magic, a new comedy series that tells the story of three estranged sisters…

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Jay Connor

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September 27, 2019
Entertainment, Television

How To Get Away With Murder: Viola Davis, Aja Naomi King and Rome Flynn Play 'Frame, Murder, Kill'

So…how do you get away with murder? By playing a harmless hypothetical game about it, of course! We are gearing up for the ultimate and final season of How To Get Away With Murder (HTGAWM) and to bring in the occasion, we decided to play a black ass game with the cast. Y’all know the…

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Tonja Renée Stidhum

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September 26, 2019
Entertainment, Television

Billy Porter Will Take a Seat in the Director’s Chair for Season 3 of Pose

And the category is…leadership! Billy Porter is adding yet another talent to his assortment of gifts—directing television! The newly-crowned Emmy winner has revealed he’ll be directing an episode for Pose’s already-anticipated third season. “I’ve been directing for 20 years in the theater, and I’m directing an episode of Season 3 myself,” Billy told Variety in…

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Tonja Renée Stidhum

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September 26, 2019
Entertainment, Movies

Will Smith to Star as Crime Boss Nicky Barnes in Netflix’s The Council

Now, this is a story all about how Will Smith’s do-gooder roles got flipped-turned upside down. And I’d like to take a minute, just sit right there; I’ll tell you how he became a Netflix drug dealer, in this new movie that will air! That’s right, Will Smith is taking on a role he never has…

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Tonja Renée Stidhum

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September 25, 2019
Entertainment, Television

Nick Cannon Will Be Taking Over the Talk Show Host Universe, Moving to Daytime

Remember when I said Kevin Hart was taking all of the jobs? Well, scratch that, because I think Nick Cannon is actually the reigning champion of that, especially when you add his stealth moves. Along with a robust hosting resumé, including shows like America’s Got Talent, Wild ’n Out, Caught on Camera With Nick Cannon…

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Tonja Renée Stidhum

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September 25, 2019
Entertainment, Movies

Jeffrey Wright Is Reportedly in Talks to Portray Commissioner Gordon in The Batman

Gotham City may be doing the Wright thing. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Jeffrey Wright (Westworld) is in talks to take over as Gotham City’s own Commissioner Gordon in Matt Reeves’ The Batman. The aforementioned Dark Knight will be portrayed by Robert Pattinson, of the Twilight and Harry Potter franchises (who also later dived into…

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Tonja Renée Stidhum

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September 25, 2019
Entertainment, Social Media

Lenny Kravitz Surprising Baby Boy Drummer Is the Cutest Thing You'll Watch All Day

As we live in the era of Impeachable Imps in Office, sometimes we just want some good-natured fun. Escapism has never been more necessary as it has under the reign of Tangerine Tyrant, so we’re here to give you a smile. While The Root may be known for its snark on controversial topics, we also…

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Tonja Renée Stidhum

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September 24, 2019
Entertainment, Television

Mixed-Ish: Tika Sumpter Explains the 'Reverse Aunt Viv' Effect and Tracee Ellis Ross Gives Us Her Instagram Tips

Last week, I attended the “Embrace Your Ish” event hosted by PopSugar, ABC and Freeform to celebrate what has become an -Ish Televised Universe (ITU) with the network family’s trifecta of T.V. shows—Black-ish, Grown-ish and Mixed-ish. The event was filled with interactive installations of flower crowns, Cal U Polaroid photo opportunities, Dre’s sneakers, movie theater…

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Tonja Renée Stidhum

Published

September 24, 2019
Entertainment, Music

Berry Gordy Announces His Retirement at 89

After six decades in the entertainment industry, Berry Gordy is calling it quits. According to the Detroit Free Press, the 89-year-old music mogul made the surprise announcement on Sunday during Motown’s 60th-anniversary Hitsville Honors ceremony at Detroit’s Orchestra Hall. After accepting the Motown Legacy Award from filmmaker Lee Daniels, Gordy made the big reveal during…

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Jay Connor

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September 24, 2019