Resurfaced Topless Photo Of Tracee Ellis Ross Throws Internet Into A Frenzy (Again), Andre 3000 Addresses Critics, Tina Knowles And Richard Lawson Move Forward In Divorce Proceedings, A Look Inside Lil Baby’s Bachelor Pad And More

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Resurfaced Topless Tracee Ellis Ross Photo Works Internet Into a Frenzy Again

Photo: Getty Images Frazer Harrison

Tracee Ellis Ross is one of Hollywood’s most respected funny ladies. From “Girlfriends,” to “Black-ish,” she’s carved a path separate from her famous mother, Diana Ross and made her own name in the business. – Stephanie Holland Read More

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Bakari Sellers Names the Most Effective Ways for Black Americans to Organize and Make a Change

Andre 3000 Has Words For Rappers Critical Of His Comments About Rapping Over the Age of 40

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The normally calm and peaceful Andre 3000 had time for his critics today, using a new interview to respond to fellow rap artists who had a problem with his words about MCs rapping over 40. – Noah A. McGee Read More

An Inside Look at Lil Baby’s Spectacular Atlanta Bachelor Pad

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Popular rapper Lil Baby wanted to enjoy the luxury of the road when he came home, so he designed his Atlanta bachelor pad to be the ideal relaxation spot. Yes, he has friends and family over, but he wasn’t looking for a party house. “Not only does it feel like home, it feels like a great accomplishment for me,” he told Architectural Digest. If you’re in the mood to feel a little jealous and maybe rethink some of your own design choices, take an inside look at Lil Baby’s Atlanta home. – Stephanie Holland Read More

New Developments in Tina Knowles and Richard Lawson Divorce Proceedings

Richard Lawson and Tina Knowles attend the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. Photo: Getty Images Leon Bennett for BET

Though Tina Knowles and Richard Lawson announced their shocking divorce last summer, it appears they’re still working out the kinks a year later.

This is evidenced by the latest move Knowles made in finally submitting financial documents to the courts in order to close out the divorce this week according to InTouch Weekly. Lawson has yet to confirm whether or not he’s also turned over the required financial paperwork. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Somebody Come Get Stephen A. Smith: His Crazy Talk About Kamala Got Conservatives Giddy

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Professional clown and commentator Stephen A. Smith has found the gaul to address Vice President Kamala Harris and share his thoughts on her lack of televised interviews or press conferences. Smith has been known for saying ridiculous things and standing on his soapbox—and his latest remarks are no different. – Candace McDuffie Read More

All Grown Up! See Why Jennifer Hudson’s Son Has Fans Gushing

Jennifer Hudson at the 51st Daytime Emmy Awards held at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel on June 7, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores/Variety

There’s nothing like the beautiful bond between a mother and son. And that bond was on full display over the weekend for EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson, who helped to celebrate her son David Otunga Jr.’s 15th birthday. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Zoë Kravitz Finally Opens Up About ‘Hurtful’ Decision She Was Forced to Make Involving Mom Lisa Bonet and Dad Lenny Kravitz

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Zoë Kravitz recently appeared in the cover story for Esquire Magazine, in which she finally revealed how a decision she made at age 11 might’ve been hurtful to her mother, actress Lisa Bonet. – Jared Alexander Read More

What’s Really Up With Taraji P Henson and Friend Russell Simmons?

Taraji P. Henson, left; Russell Simmons. Photo: Getty Images Paras Griffin for BET; Tommaso Boddi/Variety

Taraji P. Henson is used to her name being in the news cycle, but I doubt she expected to garner a myriad of mixed reactions from folks online thanks to her friend: Russell Simmons. I’ll explain. – Shanelle Genai Read More

Justin Simien on 4-part Docuseries ‘Hollywood⁣ Black’ and His Literary Inspiration for the Film

Justin Simien breaks down some of the literature that helped bring his new project to life.

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Filmmaker Lee Daniels looks back at the events that led to his reconciliation with Mo’Nique.

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