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John Boyega’s <i>Rebel Ridge</i> Exit and the Narrative of the 'Difficult' Black Actor

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John Boyega’s Rebel Ridge Exit and the Narrative of the 'Difficult' Black Actor

Netflix stated the actor exited for 'family reasons,' but THR sources said he left abruptly, sparking a conversation…

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6/24/21 2:00PM

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'I Hear You': Michael B. Jordan Apologizes for Cultural Appropriation, Will Rename 'J'Ouvert' Rum Brand

Along with others from Caribbean islands, Nicki Minaj highlighted the cultural significance of J'Ouvert.

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6/23/21 6:30PM

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Stephanie Mills Says a Battle Between Her and Chaka Khan Almost Happened but 'The <i>Verzuz</i> People Weren’t Interested'—Until Now!

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Stephanie Mills Says a Battle Between Her and Chaka Khan Almost Happened but 'The Verzuz People Weren’t Interested'—Until Now!

The 'Never Knew Love Like This Before' singer shared the surprising revelation during a conversation with The…

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6/23/21 2:00PM

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Yes, Kenya Barris Pays Attention-ish to the <i>-Ish</i> Universe Jokes

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Yes, Kenya Barris Pays Attention-ish to the -Ish Universe Jokes

Barris argues that no one questioned Norman Lear for doing a bunch of family shows.

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6/23/21 12:30PM

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Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, D-Nice Honored With ASCAP Voices of Culture, Culture Creators Awards

The Verzuz and Club Quarantine creators brought the sunshine during an arguably dark period.

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6/23/21 12:00PM

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Jay-Z Sues Dame Dash for Trying to Auction Off <i>Reasonable Doubt</i> NFT

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Jay-Z Sues Dame Dash for Trying to Auction Off Reasonable Doubt NFT

This news comes the same week as the album’s 25th anniversary, which just so happens to be this Friday.

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6/21/21 6:30PM

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‘I’m No Longer Making Myself Available to <i>The Bachelor</i> Universe’: Rachel Lindsay Reflects on Her Time as <i>The Bachelorette</i>, Parts Ways With the Franchise

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‘I’m No Longer Making Myself Available to The Bachelor Universe’: Rachel Lindsay Reflects on Her Time as The Bachelorette, Parts Ways With the Franchise

The first Black Bachelorette penned a lengthy article on Monday and spared no details or feelings.

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6/21/21 4:00PM

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Dave Chappelle Covers 'Creep' With the Foo Fighters During Surprise Appearance, Debuts New Documentary at Tribeca Festival

The comedian led the concert crowd of fully vaccinated fans as they sang the Radiohead classic.

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6/21/21 10:30AM

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Nick Cannon and Abby De La Rosa Welcome Twin Boys Zion Mixolydian and Zillion Heir

The popular TV show host started trending Thursday morning due to the unique names given to his newborn sons.

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6/17/21 12:30PM

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America, Bernie Mac Is Getting a Biopic. But Who Should Play Him?

Mac's daughter Je'Niece McCullough has her eyes set on a young YouTube comedy sensation and a 'One Night in Miami'…

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6/14/21 5:00PM

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Drake Says <i>Certified Lover Boy</i> Album Is Coming Before the End of Summer. We’ll See About That

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Drake Says Certified Lover Boy Album Is Coming Before the End of Summer. We’ll See About That

When it comes to his once-again delayed album, in the words of the Canadian rapper, “Let’s see what’s ‘bout to…

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6/14/21 12:30PM

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Ready to Shake Your 'Tambourine' and 'Get Fresh Azimiz?' If So, These Next <i>Verzuz</i> Battles Are for You

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Ready to Shake Your 'Tambourine' and 'Get Fresh Azimiz?' If So, These Next Verzuz Battles Are for You

Rappers Eve, Trina, Bow Wow and Souljah Boy will all be in attendance. Will you?

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6/10/21 11:41AM

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Tituss Burgess, Lil’ Jon Tapped as Guest Hosts for New Season of <i>Bachelor in Paradise</i>

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Tituss Burgess, Lil’ Jon Tapped as Guest Hosts for New Season of Bachelor in Paradise

The upcoming season will see a variety of celebrity hosts following Chris Harrison's departure.

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6/09/21 4:00PM

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Vanessa Williams Reflects on How She Worked Through Miss America Backlash: ‘I Think Was I Really Centered in Knowing...Who I Am’

Despite the unfair treatment, the Grammy-nominated singer has continued to garner success over the years.

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6/09/21 2:30PM

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T.I. Mocks Sexual Assault Allegations in New Song and Music Video; Announces Final Album

The nearly five-minute long video takes aim at both his accusers and the investigation.

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6/09/21 10:30AM

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Ava Duvernay’s ARRAY Receives Prestigious Peabody Institutional Award

The film distribution and resource collective has been changing the cinematic landscape for the last 10 years.

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6/08/21 3:30PM

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Teyana Taylor Becomes First Black Woman to Be Named Maxim’s ‘Sexiest Woman Alive’

The star is the first Black woman to garner the honor. Watch her transparent reaction below.

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6/08/21 12:00PM

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Megan Thee Stallion Makes Her Return to Social Media, Announces New Single Dropping This Friday

Calling all hotties!

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6/07/21 5:00PM

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Blue Ivy, Who's Never Seen a Ceiling in Her Whole Life, Wasn't Really Impressed With Jay-Z's Hall of Fame Induction

Blue Ivy, Grammy-winner, athleisure model and ceiling-avoider, is the daughter of arguably the biggest couple in…

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6/04/21 10:00AM

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Tiffany Haddish to Portray Olympic Gold-Winner Florence Griffith Joyner in Upcoming Biopic

It looks like Girls Trip and Like a Boss star Tiffany Haddish will be going from “she ready” to “she runnin’” soon,…

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6/03/21 6:30PM

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