Gabrielle Union’s Twinsie Daughter, Black-Owned Food Brands, The Rock Reaching Black Billionaire Status and More Celeb News

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Watch: Kaavia Wade Imitates Mom Gabrielle Unionโ€™s โ€œBring it Onโ€ Moves in an Adorable New Video

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Brr, itโ€™s cold in here. There must be a new Clover in the atmosphere.

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Why Black-Owned Businesses Face Bigger Risks in a Global Trade War
Why Black-Owned Businesses Face Bigger Risks in a Global Trade War

Itโ€™s been almost 25 years since Gabrielle Union and the East Compton Clovers completely shut down Kirsten Dunst and the Torros of Rancho Carne High School in a cheer competition for the ages in the 2000 cult classic โ€œBring It On.โ€ And while fans of the film will always have a special place in their hearts for Isis, judging by a recent Instagram post, it looks like it might be time for Union to pass on her pom poms to a new head cheerleader once and for all. - Angela Johnson Read More

How Magic Johnson Has Stayed Healthy For Decades with an HIV Diagnosis

Photo: Getty Images Frazer Harrison

When Magic Johnson retired from professional basketball in 1991 and announced to the world that he was HIV positive, at the time it was considered a death sentence. Yes, there was medicine that could prolong his life and make him more comfortable than those without his wealth, but eventually the disease would take hold. - Stephanie Holland Read More

Black-Owned Food Brands to Carry You Through Summer Cookout Season

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For Black folks, summer means itโ€™s officially cookout season. Whether itโ€™s brunch or a barbecue, we know there are plenty of staples and favorites you have to include on the menu. We also know everyone has regular ingredients they donโ€™t like to deviate from. However, consider mixing things up this season with these Black-owned food brands that can work for all your summer parties. - Stephanie Holland Read More

Why The Rock is Reaching Black Billionaire Status

Photo: Getty Images Gabe Ginsberg

Dwayne โ€œThe Rockโ€ Johnson is one of the most popular movie stars in the world. Heโ€™s made a career out of finding success in unexpected places. Now, it appears that his foray into the alcohol and spirits world will lead to heights even he couldnโ€™t imagine. - Stephanie Holland Read More

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