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The Evolution of Mary J. Blige

The undisputed Queen of Hip Hop Soul has been giving us classic hits for the past three decades

Angela Johnson

5/14/22 7:25AM

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Mary J. Blige to Receive Icon Award at 2022 Billboard Music Awards

The “Be Without You” singer is the tenth artist to receive the award.

Stephanie Holland

4/14/22 3:35PM

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2022 Grammys: History in the Making [UPDATED]

With Black artists dominating Album of the Year nominations, we have continued history with another win this year.

Kalyn Womack

4/03/22 9:45PM

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Lionel Richie is 2022 Recipient of the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song

Legendary singer/songwriter Lionel Richie will receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song from the Library of…

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Far Right Reps. Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene: "We're Proud of the Work We Did on Jan. 6th..."

On the same day, both representatives pushed conspiracy theories and claimed the rioters had "no intention of doing…

Murjani Rawls

1/07/22 2:00PM

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Smokey Robinson, Cicely Tyson, Ray Charles, Berry Gordy and More to Be Inducted Into Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame

The induction ceremony is set to take place Feb. 17, 2022 in Atlanta.

Shanelle Genai

12/22/21 2:10PM

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Happy Birthday to Tito Jackson! This Is a Tito Jackson Appreciation Post

With a nickname like Tito, Joe and Katherine's third born was made for the pop culture limelight.

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‘If This Is What Being Canceled Is Like, I Love It’: Dave Chappelle Met With Standing Ovation During Untitled: Dave Chappelle Documentary Screening

The comedian appeared at the Hollywood Bowl on Thursday in Los Angeles following the backlash over his transphobic…

Shanelle Genai

10/08/21 11:07AM

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Emmys 2021: Despite Record Diversity of Nominees, Whiteness Was Still the Biggest Winner of the Night

Though disappointing, the lack of recognition wasn’t enough to stop Debbie Allen, Michaela Coel or RuPaul from…

Shanelle Genai

9/20/21 10:00AM

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Is Activism Must-See TV? Usher to Co-Host Upcoming Global Citizen Competition Series, <i>The Activist</i>

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Is Activism Must-See TV? Usher to Co-Host Upcoming Global Citizen Competition Series, The Activist

The Grammy winner will join Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Julianne Hough for the philanthropy-focused series.

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Truth Hurts: Lizzo Calls Janet Jackson the 'Queen of Pop,' Madonna Stans Erupt in Anger

The 'Rumors' singer caused the uproar on Sunday after listing her all-time top performers on Twitter.

Shanelle Genai

8/30/21 11:39AM

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Chadwick Boseman’s Widow Simone Ledward Boseman Paid Touching Tribute to Him at <i>Stand Up to Cancer</i> Event

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Chadwick Boseman’s Widow Simone Ledward Boseman Paid Touching Tribute to Him at Stand Up to Cancer Event

The annual event raised over $143.18 million across the U.S. and Canada for much needed research and breakthrough…

Shanelle Genai

8/24/21 4:00PM

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Do It Like It’s Your B-Day: Obama Planning Big 60th in Martha’s Vineyard

The best president ever to place his Stacy Adams on the Resolute Desk is turning 60.

Stephen A. Crockett Jr.

7/30/21 3:00PM

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Newsmax 'Reviewing' Host's Racist Tweets About How White People Being in the Military 'Made a Big Difference With Morale'

Newsmax's Greg Kelly spoke out against diversity in the most racist way possible; then he tried to clean it up by…

Zack Linly

6/14/21 12:00PM

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CultureTravelBlack Outdoors

5 American Cities That Thrive on Black Culture

From museums and art galleries to delicious food experiences, there's so much to discover.

Renee Cherez

6/14/21 10:00AM

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How Is This Not a Foul?!

Confession time!

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Eddie Murphy to Be Inducted Into Hall of Fame at 2021 NAACP Image Awards

Legendary comedian and actor Eddie Murphy is set to be honored at the 52nd annual NAACP Image Awards this year.

Shanelle Genai

3/16/21 6:30PM

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So...President Obama Showed Up to the Latest Very Smart Brothas x MahoganyBooks Book Club Meeting. Here's What Happened

Way back yonder—in late 2018—I co-founded a book club with the owners of MahoganyBooks, Derrick and Ramunda Young.…

Panama Jackson

2/02/21 12:45PM

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Sundance 2021: Questlove's Directorial Debut <i>Summer of Soul</i> Is a Televised and Reminiscent Revolution [Updated]

EntertainmentThe Root Reviews

Sundance 2021: Questlove's Directorial Debut Summer of Soul Is a Televised and Reminiscent Revolution [Updated]

In the hot and sweaty summer of 1969, the well-known music festival known as Woodstock happened in Bethel, New York.…

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Barack Obama Wants to Take Us to the Presidential 'Promised Land' With His 2020 Playlist

While the current huffy head-of-state is constantly sitting on Twitter denying a fair election (or you know,…

Tonja Renée Stidhum

11/17/20 11:00AM

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