Kobe Bryant

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The NBA legend’s love of Superman seems to be apparent in the mansion, and yet we wonder if the new owners embraced…

A collection of The Root's best posts of the week in culture news

In a recent interview, Johnson seemed to criticize Kobe's widow by claiming that she has not done 'any good' in the…

The mother of the child sentenced for public urination refused to sign his probation agreement.

The youth court just handed down a sentence to the third-grader.

From sports to fashion to technology, The Root salutes those with the power to engage, inform and influence

These Black celebrities made their runway debuts in one of the biggest fashion events of the year.

As we celebrate his life, we look at how Kobe grew to be one of the most inspirational figures in the history of…

From Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wades' daughters to Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance's twins, these kids had a…

John Donahoe, the CEO of Nike, announced during an earnings call that the shoe company is relaunching the Black…

This win comes nearly three months after she was awarded $28.85 million in her suit over photos of her husband and…

The superstar guard for the Memphis Grizzlies was suspended for 25 games by the NBA.

After an embarrassing playoff exit, the NBA superstar has plenty to think about.

As hip hop turns 50, let's give Adidas a bow for being the sneaker brand in popular culture, collabing with the…

The Los Angeles Lakers great will have his hand and footprints on display at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood,…

Megan Thee Stallion is back and looking better than ever, as well as other Black favorites!

From Michael Jackson to Wesley Snipes, Black men have shut down the red carpet for years

The superstar guard for the Memphis Grizzlies will not face any criminal charges. But, he will continue to sit out…

From Sammy Davis Jr. to Billy Porter, Black men have shut down the red carpet for years