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Hollywood Dreamin': LaNisa Frederick is Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges in Hollywood

From voice acting to comedic roles, Frederick champions change in the entertainment industry, advocating for equity and mentorship while creatively confronting Black actresses' challenges.
05/22/2024

Hollywood Dreamin': Nikiva Dionne is Mastering the Art of Longevity in Hollywood

From commercials to critically acclaimed series, Dionne is leveraging her understanding of the entertainment industry to carve out a sustainable career, all while advocating for greater diversity and representation as a Black woman in Hollywood.
05/15/2024

‘A Different World’ Star Dawnn Lewis Tackles Challenges Black Actresses Face In Hollywood

“What does a person have to do,” asks the star who played Jaleesa, who is now helping teenagers break into the field.
02/18/2023
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Will Smith and Chris Rock Oscars’ Incident: Black Twitter And Black Hollywood Weighs In

Don’t expect the internet to not keep anyone’s name out of its mouth.
03/28/2022

Black Music And Entertainment Walk of Fame Unveiled In Atlanta

It will honor “those who are the ‘bedrock’ of culture.’”
10/26/2020

This Day in Black History: April 9, 1898

The singer had combative relationship with U.S. for years.
04/09/2020

Slayed or Nah? 17 Celebrities Who Dressed in Drag

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Two Classic ‘70s Black Sitcoms Are Returning to TV

It's a great day for nostalgia.
12/21/2016
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Racist or Nah? Watch This Man Catch a Movie Theater Lying to Patrons About 'Birth of a Nation'

Regal Cinemas told moviegoers that the film was sold out.
10/30/2016

SMH: Taraji Reveals How She Was Treated On the Set of ‘Benjamin Button'

The Golden Globe winner's new memoir spills all the tea.
10/11/2016

Must-Watch Trailer: Janelle Monáe’s ‘Moonlight’ Follows a Black Gay Man Struggling With His Sexuality

The singer makes her dramatic debut in this gripping film.
08/18/2016