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Halle Berry Was Misdiagnosed With Having the ‘Worst Case of Herpes,’ but Was Really Suffering from This ...

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Actress Halle Berry and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden Photo: Getty Images Kamil Krzaczynski

The “Die Another Day” star recently sat down with First Lady Dr. Jill Biden in Los Angeles at ​​the A Day of Unreasonable Conversation summit— bringing television writers and producers together with those working to impact social change on conversations around politics, race, education, and health – in an effort to ensure more authentic storylines. During the event, Berry opened up about a visit with her gynecologist that she will never forget. - Angela Johnson Read More

Willow, Blue Ivy, North West and More Celeb ‘Nepo Babies’ Who Are Becoming Huge Stars

(L to R): Natalia Bryant, Bronny James, and Simone Johnson. Photo: Getty Images Presley Ann, David Becker, Rich Fury

This story is part of our Start. Build. Grow. series, a celebration of Black business.

In the world of entertainment and athletics, it’s pretty common for kids to follow in their famous parents’ footsteps. While we don’t always know if those kids will reach the same level of success as their moms and dads, you can tell when that star presence and talent has been passed down. As part of our Start, Grow, Build series on Black Business, we’re looking at the celebrity kids who could be destined for stardom. - Stephanie Holland Read More

Did Racial Tension Provoke This Bar Fight Between NFL QB Vince Young and Other Patrons? If You Have to Ask ...

Photo: Getty Images Ronald Martinez

Vince Young has gone from scoring touchdowns in front of thousands of fans to getting sucker punched in bar fights.

On Tuesday, a video obtained by TMZ, appeared to show the former NFL QB getting knocked unconscious while at a Tokyo Joe’s Shot Bar in Houston, Texas. Although the footage was just released, the incident allegedly occurred over a month ago on Feb. 4. - Noah A. McGee Read More

The Evolution of Diddy

Photo: Getty Images Prince Williams

Updated 3/26/2024 at 11:00 a.m. ET

The way Sean “Diddy” Combs was continuing his climb up the music legend ladder, several of his properties were raided by the Department of Homeland Security. Why? Suspicions point to the bombshell sexual assault and sex trafficking lawsuits filed against him over the past few months - one from his own ex-girlfriend and music protégé, Cassandra “Cassie” Ventura. - Candace McDuffie Read More

How A Young Black ‘Shark Tank’ Contestant Struck Gold and Created a $56 million Company

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This story is part of our Start. Build. Grow. series, a celebration of Black business.

Selom Agbitor is an entrepreneur at his core, having tried his hand at several business ventures — some successful, others not so much.

Thanks to an appearance on season 12 of “Shark Tank,” Agbitor finally struck business gold: Mad Rabbit, a tattoo healing care line that was valued at $56 million in 2023. - Noah A. McGee Read More

The Most Memorable Rap Beefs In Hip-Hop History

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For better or for worse, beef in hip-hop has always been a part of the culture. In some cases they have gotten more personal than they should’ve, in others, they’ve stayed on wax. - Noah A. McGee Read More

The Evolution of Beyoncé

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The Queen is back. Just two years after she gave us the beautiful and creative, “RENAISSANCE,” Beyoncé is back for more. Fans are extremely intrigued with what the legendary performer will do on “Cowboy Carter,” her first country album. It’s already caused a lot of controversy and conversation across the industry, what will fans think of it? - Noah A. McGee Read More

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