Latto Defends Sexually Explicit Lyrics in Female Rap. But Should She Have To?The 'Put It On Da Floor" rapper spoke about the topic in a new cover interview.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 21, 2023
Skee-Yee for Kids: Is Sexxy Red About to Pivot to Children's Music?The "Pound Town" rapper and her music have become the subject of online fodder thanks to a viral video about its…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 21, 2023
Al B. Sure Clarifies Cryptic Post Made In Aftermath of Diddy, Cassie Lawsuit SettlementThe 'Nite and Day' singer is on the mend a year after suffering through a coma in 2022.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 21, 2023
Now playing Bravo Stars Give Advice on Building Better Black Representation on TV | The Root InstituteStars of the Real Housewives franchise, Summer House, and Southern Charm joined us in D.C. for a panel on female…PublishedNovember 21, 2023
'Leave Me the Hell Alone': Halle Bailey Claps Back at Pregnancy SpeculatorsThe latest response from The Little Mermaid star was prompted by recent online commentary about her 'pregnancy nose.'ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 20, 2023
'I'm the OG': Pattie LaBelle Reveals Which Music Icons Come to Her for AdviceSpoiler Alert: Hate to break it to you, but it's not Taylor Swift.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 20, 2023
Alicia Keys Invites You to Rediscover New York in New Musical, Hell's Kitchen'You can really feel that culture, the energy, the spirit in New York,' she explained in an interview with The Root.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 20, 2023
Here Are the Best Black Films of 2023As the year comes to a close, we thought it best to shine a light of some the biggest, brightest and best Black…ByShanelle Genai, Jay Connor, and Stephanie HollandUpdatedNovember 25, 2023
Is Tyrese About To Be in More Legal Trouble?The 'Stay' singer is already gearing up for a legal battle with Home Depot.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 17, 2023
Diddy Faces Shocking Allegations in New Sexual Assault LawsuitThe allegations are being brought forth by his longtime ex-girlfriend and singer Cassie. He has since responded to…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 16, 2023
Stop the Press: Snoop Dogg Said He's Giving Up What?!The 'Gin'n Juice' rapper made a shocking announcement on Thursday.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 16, 2023
Move Over Usher, Beyoncé Might Be Headed to Las VegasThe worldwide Renaissance Tour may be over for the 'Break My Soul' singer, but she could be kicking things right…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 16, 2023
Jada Pinkett-Smith Responds to 'Salacious' Rumors That Will Smith Allegedly Slept With Duane MartinThe Oscar winning-actor previously responded to the rumors earlier on Wednesday, but Jada's response is taking the…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 15, 2023
Will Smith Responds to Rumors That He Allegedly Slept With Duane MartinThe Oscar-winning actor was fodder for online conversation thanks to a new interview with a former worker. But…ByShanelle GenaiUpdatedNovember 15, 2023
Bahamas Chronicles: 3 Must-See Sites You Need to Explore on Bimini IslandFrom various conch stands to the iconic Dolphin House, these tour stops in the Bahamas are full of culture, history…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 14, 2023
Here's Why Jada Pinkett-Smith Says 7-Year Separation from Will Smith 'Worked' to Help Their MarriageThe Girls Trip star is currently promoting her new memoir, Worthy.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 14, 2023
All in the Family: Darius Jackson's Brother Sarunas Jackson Now Embroiled in Legal Drama of His OwnWhile Darius Jackson is dealing with domestic abuse allegations from Keke Palmer, his own brother clearly has his…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 14, 2023
Bahamas Chronicles: I Tried Conch Salad With Bahamian Goat Pepper Hot Sauce. Here's What HappenedHot Ones ain't got nothing on this Bahamian heat treat.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 14, 2023
Darius Jackson Says He Has Receipts Domestic Abuse Allegations From Keke Palmer Are FalseThe up-and-coming actor has denied any wrongdoing regarding his relationship with the Nope actress.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 13, 2023
Keke Palmer's Mother Drops Bombshell Accusations About Darius Jackson's Brother—and She May Not Be AloneThis news comes amid Keke being granted sole custody and a temporary restraining order against Darius over the…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 13, 2023