The Story of How Atlanta Became ‘Black Hollywood’
You know about Hollywood, but how much do you really know about the city of Atlanta and its reputation as “Black Hollywood?”
Afrika Bambaataa and Other Black Stars We Lost in 2026
We are honoring all of the Black stars who left us in 2026.
EXCLUSIVE: Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page Just Said the Quiet Part Out Loud About Love
The Root spoke with Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page ahead of the release of their new romcom, ‘You, Me & Tuscany,’ which is out in theaters on April 10!
Chick-fil-A Worker Finds $10K … And Then This Happened
A Chick-fil-A employee in North Carolina returned nearly $10,000 he found on Good Friday, saying his faith and values made keeping the money unthinkable.
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Cynthia Erivo Reveals the Real Reason Why She Unapologetically Rocks a Bald Head
Cynthia Erivo is standing ten toes down when it comes to rocking her bald head, and she’s revealing the inspiration around her signature look.
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Actor Rockmond Dunbar Had This Response to the Devastating Finale of His COVID-19 Disney Lawsuit
Rockmond Dunbar was written off the hit drama “9-1-1” after refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine in 2021.
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Gucci Mane’s Shocking Diagnosis Sheds a Light on the Struggles of Black Men and Mental Health
Black men experience mental health issues at higher rates, but they’re less likely to seek help. Gucci Mane opens up about his schizophrenia diagnosis to break the stigma.












