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The Oscars Biggest Black History Moments Over the Years
With the 2026 Oscars just days away, let’s take a look at some of the best Black, history-making moments at the Academy Awards over the years!
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Lupita Nyong’o’s Best Fashion Moments Over the Years
From the Oscars red carpet to film premieres, Lupita always knows how to serve a look. Let’s get into it!
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Denzel Washington Became a Star In This Film, But You Probably Can’t Name It
Forty years ago, “A Soldier’s Story” let Hollywood know that Denzel Washington had a serious future ahead of him.
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If You Liked “Bob Marley: One Love,” You’ll Love These Black Music Biopics
If the new Bob Marley movie left you wanting more music, check out some of our favorite Black music biopics.
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Wanna Debate? Here’s Denzel Washington’s Top 5 Movies
As the Oscar winner prepares to take over theaters in The Equalizer 3, we’re looking what Rotten Tomatoes says are his top five films.
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Angela Bassett to Receive Honorary Oscar—Even Though She Deserves a Real One
She should’ve gotten one at the Oscars this year, but who’s keeping track?
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The Evolution Of Tina Turner
The Queen of Rock ‘n‘ Roll, who passed away at 83, paved the way for Black artists.
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Here’s Beyoncé’s Greatest Performances. You Agree?
In honor of Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour, here are her best performances with Prince, Tina Turner and others.
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Every Black Actor to Win an Oscar
A star-studded list of history-making men who have won Academy Awards for Best Actor or Best Supporting Actor.
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Oscars 2021: Andra Day Never Lied [Updated]
Writer’s Note: I wrote this recap in real-time as the Oscars telecast aired on Sunday night. Therefore, this started out one way and ended up in a completely different direction. What is that feeling America constantly gives Black folks? It’s a combination of “not surprised, but still disgusted?” Yeah… that’s what happened on Sunday night.…