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Veterans Day: 18 Black Celebrities You Didn’t Know Served in the U.S. Military
Did you know the legendary “Let’s Get It On” singer was in the Air Force? You do now.
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You Know Mario Van Peebles The Filmmaker. Now Meet The Grandson Of Two Changemakers | My Family Story
Van Peebles (‘Outlaw Posse’, ‘New Jack City’) tells the story of a family hellbent on changing the world, not just living in it.
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‘Coffy’ and More Iconic Blaxploitation Films You Should Know
With the Oscar nominations just being announced, we look at some of the most memorable Blaxploitation films in history.
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30 Years of Laughs: Living Single’s Most Memorable Guest Stars
To celebrate the classic comedy’s 30th anniversary, check out the famous names who hung out with our favorite friends.
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Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898–1971 Chronicles How Black Creators Have Influenced the History of Film
A new exhibit at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles highlights Black cinema from 1898-1971.
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Melvin Van Peebles, the Godfather of Black Film, Is Dead at 89
Disgust over the lack of realistic onscreen portrayals of Black people led Van Peebles to make movies—on his terms.







