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5 Unforgivable Black Snubs in Oscars History
As we celebrate the upcoming Academy Awards, The Root is revisiting some of the craziest Black snubs of all time.
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Even More of Fantasia’s Style That is Killing It on ‘The Color Purple’ Press Tour
The “When I See U” singer has been styled to the gods before the movie’s Christmas Day premiere.
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Hattie McDaniel’s Academy Award Vanished 50 Years Ago, but It Will Finally be Replaced
The replacement Oscar plaque will be given to Howard University, where the original disappeared.
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The Daily Show’s Guest Host Selections Don’t Leave Room for a Breakout Star to Emerge
On Tuesday, Leslie Jones began the late-night talk show’s search for Trevor Noah’s successor.
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Joey Bada$$ Opens Up About Mental Health Among Black Men in America: 'It's Such a Taboo Topic'
When he’s not out here starring in Oscar award-winning films, Joey Bada$$ is juggling a thriving music career, the demands of fatherhood, and plenty of other opportunities as he continues to ascend. As such, he’s a prime candidate for Spotify’s podcast Best Advice, which features both up-and-coming artists and legacy acts opening up about their…
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Spike Lee to Executive Produce Upcoming Derek Jeter Documentary, The Captain
“The Captain” is back. Hall of Fame shortstop Derek Jeter retired from Major League Baseball in 2014. In the time since, he’s aided hurricane relief efforts by donating furniture; in addition to hundreds of thousands of dollars, he’s become part-owner and chief executive officer of the Miami Marlins; and he’s watched as legendary athlete after…