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‘I Am Not a Soror’: Amanda Seales Responds to Criticism About Her Portrayal of an AKA on <i>Insecure</i>

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‘I Am Not a Soror’: Amanda Seales Responds to Criticism About Her Portrayal of an AKA on Insecure

The actress and comedian began trending Monday morning following the final season premiere of Insecure on Sunday…

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<i>Insecure</i> Intermissions: Season 5 Is Moving 'Onward, OK?!' Let's Get Into It

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Insecure Intermissions: Season 5 Is Moving 'Onward, OK?!' Let's Get Into It

New episodes of Insecure premiere every Sunday at 10 p.m. ET on HBO and HBOMax.

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Insecure Interludes: Come for the Epic AF Final Season; Stay for the Nostalgic Playlist Vibes

A new playlist from Spotify combines the music from the acclaimed HBO series with never-before-told stories from the…

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<i>Insecure</i> Is Leaving, OK? Here’s What Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, and Jay Ellis Have to Say About the Final Season

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Insecure Is Leaving, OK? Here’s What Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, and Jay Ellis Have to Say About the Final Season

The final season of Insecure begins this Sunday, Oct. 24 on HBO.

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'I'm Growing and Elevating in Real Time': The Root Presents: It's Lit! Gets Bamboozled With Insecure's Yvonne Orji

The Emmy-nominated actress and comedian leans into her faith for her debut book, Bamboozled by Jesus: How God…

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WATCH: The <i>Insecure</i> Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You Are

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WATCH: The Insecure Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You Are

The trailer hit the Twittersphere Wednesday afternoon and, in true Insecure fashion, had the timeline all in its…

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9/29/21 4:15PM

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In Her First Interview as a Newlywed, Issa Rae Advocates for Self-Care

The actress-producer and new bride is prioritizing wellness, both for herself and her beloved South Los Angeles…

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9/28/21 6:00PM

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Hella Anticipated: <i>Insecure</i>'s Final Season Teaser Spotlights an Ever-Reflective Issa

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Hella Anticipated: Insecure's Final Season Teaser Spotlights an Ever-Reflective Issa

The ubiquitous 'mirror talk' returns as Insecure's leading lady gives herself a talking to.

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9/03/21 5:00PM

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Spotlight on LA's Royal House of Wraps

Celebs have been spotted sporting their headwraps, face masks and more

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8/27/21 12:00PM

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Hella Married: Issa Rae Posts Wedding Pics—in the Most Issa Rae Manner Ever

The Insecure creator and star seemingly announced her marriage on Monday morning—or did she?

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Are 'Air Issas' the Shoe of Summer 2021?

Issa Rae kicked off July with an inspirational footwear collaboration with Converse and artist Nicky Fulcher.

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7/02/21 10:30AM

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Black Creativity Abounds in These Latest Project Announcements From Issa Rae, Kenya Barris, John Legend and Sanaa Lathan

The multi-hyphenate creatives are truly living up to the creed "Booked and Busy."

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6/11/21 3:30PM

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Issa Rae Reveals How Nipsey Hussle Helped Her Mend Fences With Lauren London

America’s favorite Awkward Black Girl and creative multi-hyphenate Issa Rae is such a breath of fresh air.

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5/19/21 8:30PM

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Did You and Your Friends Pull Up to the 2021 NAACP Image Awards? If Not, Here's What Went Down

After a week of Black-ass celebration, we’ve made it to the main event! The 52nd NAACP Awards televised ceremony…

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'I've Become a Bit More Confident in Who I Am': Issa Rae Talks Life After Insecure for Variety

If there’s one person whose rise to fame I’ve loved being a witness to, it’s Issa Rae.

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It’s a Lowkey Different World: Debbie Allen Talks Almost Collabing With Issa Rae for A Different World Reboot

What happens to a potential TV show reboot that dies down before it can properly fire up?

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3/22/21 5:00PM

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<i>The Root</i> Presents Role Call: A Black Entertainment Roundup Joint

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The Root Presents Role Call: A Black Entertainment Roundup Joint

Of all the things that bring me joy, two things remain at the top of the list: Black movies and Black television…

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3/12/21 9:30AM

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<i>Rap Sh*t</i>: HBO Max Announces New Comedy Series Order from Issa Rae

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Rap Sht*: HBO Max Announces New Comedy Series Order from Issa Rae

City Girls from the 305 and beyond, we’re about to get a new series from Issa Rae and it sounds lit AF!

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Are Black Women Getting More Opportunities In Entertainment Just a Trend? Issa Rae Offers Her Opinion on Pharrell's OTHEROne Podcast

Fellow The Root staff writer Tonja Renée Stidhum and I have a running list of entertainers who never sleep—John…

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2/10/21 2:00PM

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<i>Insecure</i> Is Lowkey Done—HBO Series to End With Fifth Season

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Insecure Is Lowkey Done—HBO Series to End With Fifth Season

All hella good things must come to an end. That’s right, one of Black Twitter’s favorite argument-inciting…

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1/13/21 2:49PM

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‘I Am Not a Soror’: Amanda Seales Responds to Criticism About Her Portrayal of an AKA on Insecure

Insecure Intermissions: Season 5 Is Moving 'Onward, OK?!' Let's Get Into It

Insecure Interludes: Come for the Epic AF Final Season; Stay for the Nostalgic Playlist Vibes

Insecure Is Leaving, OK? Here’s What Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, and Jay Ellis Have to Say About the Final Season

'I'm Growing and Elevating in Real Time': The Root Presents: It's Lit! Gets Bamboozled With Insecure's Yvonne Orji

WATCH: The Insecure Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You Are

In Her First Interview as a Newlywed, Issa Rae Advocates for Self-Care

Hella Anticipated: Insecure's Final Season Teaser Spotlights an Ever-Reflective Issa

Spotlight on LA's Royal House of Wraps

Hella Married: Issa Rae Posts Wedding Pics—in the Most Issa Rae Manner Ever

Are 'Air Issas' the Shoe of Summer 2021?

Black Creativity Abounds in These Latest Project Announcements From Issa Rae, Kenya Barris, John Legend and Sanaa Lathan

Issa Rae Reveals How Nipsey Hussle Helped Her Mend Fences With Lauren London

Did You and Your Friends Pull Up to the 2021 NAACP Image Awards? If Not, Here's What Went Down

'I've Become a Bit More Confident in Who I Am': Issa Rae Talks Life After Insecure for Variety

It’s a Lowkey Different World: Debbie Allen Talks Almost Collabing With Issa Rae for A Different World Reboot

The Root Presents Role Call: A Black Entertainment Roundup Joint

Rap Sht*: HBO Max Announces New Comedy Series Order from Issa Rae

Are Black Women Getting More Opportunities In Entertainment Just a Trend? Issa Rae Offers Her Opinion on Pharrell's OTHEROne Podcast

Insecure Is Lowkey Done—HBO Series to End With Fifth Season

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‘I Am Not a Soror’: Amanda Seales Responds to Criticism About Her Portrayal of an AKA on Insecure

Insecure Intermissions: Season 5 Is Moving 'Onward, OK?!' Let's Get Into It

Insecure Interludes: Come for the Epic AF Final Season; Stay for the Nostalgic Playlist Vibes

Insecure Is Leaving, OK? Here’s What Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, and Jay Ellis Have to Say About the Final Season

'I'm Growing and Elevating in Real Time': The Root Presents: It's Lit! Gets Bamboozled With Insecure's Yvonne Orji

WATCH: The Insecure Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You Are

In Her First Interview as a Newlywed, Issa Rae Advocates for Self-Care

Hella Anticipated: Insecure's Final Season Teaser Spotlights an Ever-Reflective Issa

Spotlight on LA's Royal House of Wraps

Hella Married: Issa Rae Posts Wedding Pics—in the Most Issa Rae Manner Ever

Are 'Air Issas' the Shoe of Summer 2021?

Black Creativity Abounds in These Latest Project Announcements From Issa Rae, Kenya Barris, John Legend and Sanaa Lathan

Issa Rae Reveals How Nipsey Hussle Helped Her Mend Fences With Lauren London

Did You and Your Friends Pull Up to the 2021 NAACP Image Awards? If Not, Here's What Went Down

'I've Become a Bit More Confident in Who I Am': Issa Rae Talks Life After Insecure for Variety

It’s a Lowkey Different World: Debbie Allen Talks Almost Collabing With Issa Rae for A Different World Reboot

The Root Presents Role Call: A Black Entertainment Roundup Joint

Rap Sh*t: HBO Max Announces New Comedy Series Order from Issa Rae

Are Black Women Getting More Opportunities In Entertainment Just a Trend? Issa Rae Offers Her Opinion on Pharrell's OTHEROne Podcast

Insecure Is Lowkey Done—HBO Series to End With Fifth Season

Rap Sht*: HBO Max Announces New Comedy Series Order from Issa Rae