Black Excellence Ruled the Night at the 2024 EmmysForget 'OscarsSoWhite,' it was 'EmmysSoBlack' on Monday night--a fitting change of pace in commemoration of Martin…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 15, 2024
During a Very Black Night, 2 Young Women Make History at The 2024 EmmysQuinta Brunson & Ayo Edebiri took home wins back-to-back, marking a first for Black women in the 2 categories in the…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 15, 2024
At the 2024 Critics Choice Awards: We're Rooting for Everybody, Everything BlackThe forthcoming ceremony boasts nominees from 'The Color Purple,' 'Abbott Elementary' and more.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 14, 2024
LaKeith Stanfield Talks Playing Jesus in The Book of Clarence"The Oscar-nominated actor spoke exclusively to The Root about his new film in which he stars alongside RJ Cyler,…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 12, 2024
Ava DuVernay Reveals Heartbreaking, Personal Connection to Her New Film, 'Origin'The forthcoming film, starring Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, is based on Isabel Wilkerson's best-selling non-fiction book,…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 12, 2024
Now playing "Obey Your Crazy": 'The Book of Clarence' Cast Shares Their 10 Commandments for LivingStars Lakeith Stanfield, RJ Cyler, Anne Diop, and director Jeymes Samuel were asked to come up with their own rules…PublishedJanuary 12, 2024
WTF?! You Won't Believe the Latest Development in Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert's Divorce CaseThe couple had been together for 10 years and previously announced the news of their separation back in September.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 11, 2024
Why Are Folks So Up in Arms About Angela Bassett's Viral Kiss With Regina King??The sweet moment between the longtime friends only lasted a second, but it was long enough to spur plethora of…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 10, 2024
Grab A Tissue! Angela Bassett's Tear-Jerker Oscars Speech Is a Message We All Need to HearFrom now on the beloved actress can finally add 'Academy Award-winner' in front of her name thanks to Tuesday's…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 10, 2024
Now That Lisa Bonet Is Single, She Joins a Long List of Single Black Women in HollywoodThe couple initially announced their split back in January 2023 and their divorce was finalized nearly a year to the…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 9, 2024
'Purple Rain'...The Musical? Here's What We Know and What We Want to See.The upcoming stage adaptation of the popular film will have plenty of folks talking.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 8, 2024
So, About That Alleged 'Beef' Between Oprah and Taraji P. Henson...Both Queen O and the 'Empire' star have responded to the internet rumors, and their responses might surprise you.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 8, 2024
Watch Jonathan Majors Call Meagan Good His 'Coretta Scott King' and More in New InterviewThe 'Creed III' and former Marvel star was found guilty of misdemeanor reckless assault and harassment in December.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 8, 2024
Breakout Stars Secure 1st-Ever Win at 2024 Golden GlobesThe 81st annual awards went down without a hitch on Sunday.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 7, 2024
At The 2024 Golden Globes: We're Rooting for Everybody, Everything BlackHere's a list of the 2024 Golden Globe Black Nominees. The ceremony airs live on Sunday, Jan. 7 on CBS.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 7, 2024
Victoria Monét Just Got the Ultimate Co-Sign From This Soul Singing Legend and It's EpicThe 'On My Mama' singer has already had a helluva 2023 and now 2024 just got a bit more iconic.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 5, 2024
A$AP Rocky Officially Pleads Not Guilty in 2021 Shooting Trial. Here's What We Know...The 'L$D' rapper is standing trial for a shooting and is also facing a defamation lawsuit brought against him by…ByShanelle GenaiUpdatedJanuary 9, 2024
Here's Why Danielle Brooks Had to Go to Physical Therapy While Filming 'The Color Purple'Despite the unfortunate circumstance, the Tony-nominated actress previously spoke to The Root about the joy she…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 4, 2024
Black Twitter, Black Hollywood Reacts to Jaw-Dropping Katt Williams Interview with Shannon SharpeBlack folks on every side of the internt have been reeling from the myriad of gems, jabs, jokes. and more thrown in…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 4, 2024
The Internet Is Dragging Toni Braxton for This Viral Moment. But Was She Really In the Wrong?An intimate moment captured online has now made its way to the internet and many are divided.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 2, 2024