Who Were The Other “Black” Presidents? How Reesa Tessa’s Bad Relationship Helped Her Go Viral on Tiktok, “Bye Felicia” Explained and More Culture News

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Catchphrase ‘Bye Felicia’ is 29 Years Old. But the Original Felicia Isn’t a Fan.

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With Katt Williams opening up a Pandora’s box of messiness by attacking his “Friday After Next” co-star Rickey Smiley as well as “Next Friday” star Michael Blackson during his “Club Shay Shay” interview last month, along with Mike Epps — who starred in both of those “Friday” films — getting into a tussle of words with Shay Shay himself, Shannon Sharpe, it’s a good time to revisit the “Friday” trilogy. - Dustin J. Seibert Read More

Obama Wasn’t The First Black President, According to Persistent Theories

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Perhaps the biggest reason for the record-setting enthusiasm of the 2008 presidential election is that Americans knew it would be electing its first Black president, Barack Obama. That enthusiasm only sharply contrasts how dreadfully unexcited we are as a collective for the upcoming presidential election between two white dudes nearing Depends age. - Dustin J. Seibert Read More

Here’s How Much Reesa Teesa Will Likely Make From Tiktok Series: ‘Who TF Did I Marry?’

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If you simply must tell a cautionary tale of an experience with a lying, cheating, scamming husband, why not get a bag from it?

TikTok user Reesa Teesa has caught viral fire on TikTok with her “Who the F*** Did Marry” series, in which she describes at length being fooled by her now-ex husband “Legion” via a 50-part series of videos that are just under 10 minutes each. - Dustin J. Seibert Read More

‘Who TF Did I Marry’ Viral Tik Tok Drama Reveals Woman’s Relationship With ‘Pathological Liar’

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TikTok user Reesa Teesa has gone viral on social media after her 50-part series “Who TF Did I Marry” captured the internet’s attention. Teesa’s story has many twists and turns, with her ultimately describing her former partner as a “pathological liar.” In total, it spans more than 10 hours—which includes an hour-long live chat. - Candace McDuffie Read More

Shaquille O’Neal Shares His Worst Regrets About Family

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Shaquille O’Neal will always keep it 100 percent real, even when it comes to his personal life.

Most sports fans know Shaq as one of the most entertaining men in sports who thrives in whatever space he’s in, whether it’s TV, music, DJing or podcasting. But what normally goes unnoticed is his honesty towards other professional athletes, which he demonstrated multiple times during NBA All-Star Weekend. - Noah A. McGee Read More

15 Amazing LGBTQ People Whose Groundbreaking Lives Helped Shape Black History

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With time and tolerance, the many accomplishments and contributions of Black lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people have come to be recognized and revered as part of Black History Month. Yet there are still many more stories left untold. - Emell Adolphus Read More

Cell Phone Outage Sparks Comparison To Obama’s Netflix Conspiracy Hit Movie: ‘Leave The World Behind’

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On Thursday, a national cell phone outage sparked comparisons to the opening of the apocalyptic Netflix film “Leave The World Behind.” The problem started with AT&T’s network, but also affected Verizon and T-Mobile customers as well. - Candace McDuffie Read More

The Black History of The White House, Explored

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In many ways, the White House doubles as an office building and as a history museum. Throughout the halls of the East Wing, West Wing, Residence, and Eisenhower Building are rooms that hosted some of the most consequential meetings in American history. - Gevin Reynolds Read More

‘It Was Cold and They Wouldn’t Let Us In!’ Vogue Icon, Beverly Johnson Recalls Steel Mills, Swimming Pools & Discrimination | My Family Story

The model and businesswoman tells her story of growing up in working-class Buffalo, NY, and finding love late in life.

Kenya Moore: Abandoned At Birth To ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ | My Family Story

The Bravo star did not have an easy upbringing in Detroit. But one person stepped up to shower her with love and support.

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