New Development in Rihanna Home Shooting Suspect—And Things Aren’t Looking Good
Things are steadily going on a downward spiral for Ivana Ortiz, the woman accused of shooting Rihanna’s LA home in March. Here’s the latest.
Exclusive: Scott Evans Breaks Down How He Created a Safe Space For Black Stars on His Viral YouTube Series
In an exclusive interview, Scott Evans details his journey as an influential Black media figure and his ultimate duty to the Black community.
Black Stars Who Slayed at ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ New York Red Carpet Premiere
The Devil Wears Prada sequel is about to make its way into theaters soon, but before it does—the New York premiere gave us a good glimpse at some serious looks. Let’s get into it!
Black Woman Chased by Zara Employees Speaks Out After Viral Mall Incident
“Shopping while Black” strikes again after a Black woman went viral being chased out of a Zara store for alleged theft, which police later determined was baseless.
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The Careers Of Rap Legends’ Kids, Look Inside Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s Many Homes, Aaron Pierre’s ‘Spirit Tunnel Walk’ On The Jennifer Hudson Show Goes Viral, 5 Major Takeaways From Wendy Williams’ Bombshell Interview With Charlamagne Tha God And More
The Root’s most memorable entertainment stories from the week.
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Keke Palmer, SZA, Issa Rae Give Best Life Advice for 2025, Tease ‘One of Them Days 2’
The hilarious trio sat down with The Root to discuss their new buddy comedy, out in theaters now!
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Calls to ‘Free Wendy’ Grow Louder as Suspicions About Her Guardian Come to Light
In an interview with Don Lemon, Willams’ niece, Alex Finney, says she’s speaking out to help her aunt find freedom from her current state of isolation
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Mystery of ‘Today Show’ Host Sheinelle Jones’ Whereabouts Solved
First Hoda Kotb retired and now Jones is absent. But there just might be a good reason for that.











