Lil Baby Graduates From Harvard And Has Most ATL Party Ever, Black Twitter Responds To Puppet Dressed Like Patrick Mahomes Being ‘Lynched,’ Social Media Reacts To LaMelo Ball’s NBA Fine, Lizzo’s New Hollywood Mansion And More

Our most notable and viral culture stories from the week.

Rapper Lil Baby Graduates From Harvard and His Family Throws The Most ATL Party—Ever

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Congrats are in order for Atlanta rapper Lil Baby who just graduated from college… but not any ol’ college. Lil Baby, who’s real name is Dominique Armani Jones, is officially a Harvard University man! – Phenix S Halley Read More

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Don Lemon Breaks Down How He’s Building His Media Empire

Black Twitter Responds to Buffalo Bills Fans ‘Lynching’ a Puppet Dressed Like Patrick Mahomes

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Buffalo Bills fans may have taken things a step too far with their latest anti-Patrick Mahomes stunt ahead of their team’s Sunday (Nov. 17) game against the Kansas City Chiefs. And social media is hollering racism at the whole affair. – Candace McDuffie Read More

Who is Muhammad Ali’s Boxing Grandson, Who Called Out Jake Paul After the Tyson Fight?!

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The internet had a lot to say about the interesting matchup between boxing legend Mike Tyson and YouTuber Jake Paul, but there was one voice in particular that stood out among the masses. – Phenix S Halley Read More

Social Media Reacts to NBA Star LaMelo Ball’s $100,000 Fine for Using an Anti-Gay Slur

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Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball is in his fourth season in the NBA, which means he should know how to properly conduct himself with the media. On Saturday, after his team defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 115-114, the young star forgot his media training and used an anti-gay slur during his post-game interview. – Stephanie Holland Read More

See How Rapper Lil Baby Went From Prison to Harvard

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Lil Baby has had quite the music career. Raised in Atlanta, the “Harder Than Ever” rapper has gone from a life of crime to one of luxury and fame due to his success in the music industry. – Noah A. McGee Read More

ForThanksgiving, Try These Black Celebrity Recipes

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The holidays are right around the corner, and if cooking isn’t your ministry, you might be a little stressed out. If you plan on hosting guests between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day and you need a little help getting your menu together, we’ve got your back. We’ve rounded up some amazing recipes from some of our favorite Black celebrities to give your a holiday menu some special flavor. – Angela Johnson Read More

A Look Into the Stunning Details of Lizzo’s New Hollywood Mansion

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Lizzo has just added a stunning Hollywood Hills mansion to her real estate book! For $12.4 million, the “Truth Hurts” singer bought a six-bedroom, nine-bathroom house at the end of October, according to TMZ. – Phenix S Halley Read More

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