Patti LuPone Apologizes After Being Canceled, But Here’s Why Black and White Folks Say it’s Too Late to Save Face
Three Reasons Why Brian McKnight’s Son Death is a Cautionary Tale for Black Fathers
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Jess Hilarious Responds to Backlash After Being Dragged for Transphobic Comments
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Watch: T.I. Records a Stern Video Message for Donald Trump
Editor’s note: This article contains social media posts that some may find offensive. It’s safe to say that T.I. finds Donald Trump’s entire presidential campaign offensive. The Atlanta rapper took to Instagram Monday to blast Trump for everything he stands for. “Donald Trump, this message is for you. My name is Clifford T.I.P. Harris,” T.I. begins.…
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This Father-Daughter Duo Will Give You Hair Envy
On any given day on Instagram, people are sharing photos of their struggle plates, boutique fashions and beauty regimens, but every so often you come across a photo that will leave you speechless. Meet Benny Harlem and his daughter Jaxyn. Meet Benny Harlem’s hair and his daughter’s hair. And yes, folks, it’s real. Harlem, an artist…
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Zendaya Coleman Strikes Back at Comedienne Who Accused Her of Having Eating Disorder
Editor’s note: This post contains tweets that some may find offensive. As a young woman in Hollywood, Zendaya Coleman is known for defending herself when it comes to being attacked by other women. Last year Coleman had to defend her choice of hairstyle after former Fashion Police host Giuliana Rancic said she looked like “she smells…
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Rihanna Will Be Honored at This Year’s Black Girls Rock! Award Show
Not only has Rihanna broken records this year with her album Anti, but the Bajan beauty continues to expand her brand in fashion and entertainment. Whether you’re a fan or not, you can’t deny that she’s come a long way since her “Umbrella” days. During this year’s Black Girls Rock! award show, BET will honor…
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Watch: President Obama Assists Lin-Manuel Miranda With His Freestyle in the Rose Garden
When was the last time you heard a president say, “Drop the beat”? Probably never. And after Monday’s visit to the White House by the cast of the Broadway musical Hamilton, you’ll probably never hear it again. The award-winning cast spent the day at the White House and performed songs from the musical for an…
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Obama: My Daughters Have a Tall, Gorgeous Mom With Curves That Their Father Appreciates
President Barack Obama and the No. 1 ballerina of the moment, Misty Copeland, sat down last month for a discussion with Time magazine about race and what their statuses as the first black people in their respective fields to accomplish certain things mean both personally and professionally. They said the normal stuff—most notably, the impact they’re…
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Michelle Obama Stuns in Photo Shoot for Verge’s 3-D Interview
Seriously, there will never be a first lady like Michelle Obama, ever again. Not only has she juggled parenting and being the first lady, but she’s also done work that has set precedent. Through the first lady’s various initiatives, including helping girls across the country gain access to education, she has mastered the use of…
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Tisha Campbell-Martin Reveals How ‘That Ain’t No Damn Puppy’ Episode of Martin Came to Be
Now that we know what Tommy did for a living on Martin, thanks to Tisha Campbell-Martin (who played Gina on the show), let’s indulge in even more behind-the-scene goodies that Campbell-Martin dropped during her podcast interview with Bossip last week. Who can forget the “Chilligan’s Island” episode, when Martin, Gina, Tommy and Pam went on…
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Humans of New York Founder in Open Letter: Donald Trump ‘Encouraged Prejudice and Violence’
There’s no denying that Donald Trump is what’s wrong with America, and his slogan “Make America great again” is the exact opposite of what he’s doing. Many people have pointed it out, but there are others who have repeatedly glossed over his racist rhetoric. But that’s not what the owner of the popular website Humans…
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Watch: Syncopated Ladies Tap Dancing Troupe Goes Viral With ‘Formation’ Routine
If you haven’t heard or seen the Syncopated Ladies tap dancing troupe, you’re definitely missing out. Led by sisters Chloé Arnold and Maud Arnold, who have been tap-dancing since they were kids, the Syncopated Ladies have some tap moves that are reminiscent of Gregory Hines and Savion Glover. Last year the dance troupe went viral…