Here's Why Viola Davis Thought The Woman King Was 'Never Going to Happen'The Oscar-winning actress also reflected on her time and training at Julliard.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 7, 2022
Kirk Franklin Shares A Message of Holiday Hope, Cheer Ahead of New Lifetime Film The Night Before ChristmasThe Grammy-winning gospel artist spoke to The Root leading up to the premiere of his film on Saturday, Dec. 10.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 7, 2022
Now playing A Strange Loop on Broadway Transcends COVIDTwo actors from the award-winning show talk about the pandemic's effect on how they appreciate their art.PublishedDecember 7, 2022
Critics Choice Awards TV 2023: Quinta Brunson, Samuel L. Jackson, Niecy Nash-Betts Among NomineesThe 28th annual ceremony will broadcast live from Los Angeles on Jan. 15, at 7 p.m.ET.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 6, 2022
Bill Cosby Sued By 5 Women In New Sexual Abuse LawsuitThe suit was filed Monday evening in Manhattan Supreme Court.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 6, 2022
You People: Watch Eddie Murphy, Nia Long, Jonah Hill's Cringe-Worthy Culture Clash in Kenya Barris' New FilmThe film marks Barris' directorial debut and is a modern take on an old-school classic.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 6, 2022
What's Black at Art Basel? Amazon Prime Video's Riches, METAxSpringhill House, AMEX Black Artists Brunch and MoreThe annual festival sees the best of the best of art, fashion, music and tech.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 5, 2022
Rapper Boosie Badazz Responds to Resurfaced Gabrielle Union Interview ClipIn the video, Union responds to the rapper's previous comments about her daughter Zaya Wade.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 5, 2022
Emancipation Producer Apologizes After Bringing Photo of 'Whipped Peter' to Movie PremiereStarring Will Smith, the film is inspired by Peter's real-life journey from slavery into freedom and is set to…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 5, 2022
Gladys Knight's Life Story Is Coming to Cineflix'All my life I’ve been able to sing my stories. I can now use this opportunity to show the meaning behind the…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 30, 2022
Kanye West Ordered to Pay $200K a Month In Child Support to Kim Kardashian Per Divorce SettlementThe "Praise God" rapper is also reportedly in some financial trouble with the IRS.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 30, 2022
Here's Why Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Got Fined $1.2 MillionThe popular lingerie company recently held its fourth annual fashion show earlier this month.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 30, 2022
Madea Goes to Amazon: Tyler Perry Lands 4-Year Film Deal With Amazon Studios'I’m looking forward to continuing telling unique stories and bringing my next projects to the global audiences that…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 29, 2022
Megan Thee Stallion Becomes 1st Black Woman to Land Forbes 30 Under 30 CoverThe Traumazine rapper reportedly earned an estimated $13M in 2022 alone.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 29, 2022
'I Took My Hard and Made It Hard for Other People': Will Smith Opens Up About The Slap In 1st TV Interview Since OscarsThe Academy Award-winning actor appeared on Monday's episode of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah in promotion for his…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 29, 2022
Dear Howard Stern: Please Keep Oprah's Name Out Your MouthThe veteran radio host shared that seeing Oprah's wealth makes him uncomfortable. If that's not the brokest, hater…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 28, 2022
Will Smith 'Completely Understands' If You Aren't Ready to Embrace His Comeback Yet—But I'm Still Side-Eying HollywoodAt what point is someone allowed to move on from a wrong they've apologized for, been penalized for, and learned…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 28, 2022
Lizzo Opens Up About Pop Music's Stigma, Racist OriginsThe Special singer recently released her first-ever documentary, Love, Lizzo, on HBO Max.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 28, 2022
Soul Train Awards 2022: Beyoncé, Tems, Chris Brown Among WinnersThe night also saw performances from Muni Long, Ari Lennox, SiR, Tank and more.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 26, 2022
Now playing Devotion and Marvel Star, Jonathan Majors, Plays A Game of My Favorite ThingsJonathan Majors' new film Devotion is now in theaters.PublishedNovember 23, 2022