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Black Celebs React To Trump's Win, The Late Quincy Jones' Brutal Opinion About Diddy, Diddy Releases First Public Voice Message From Prison, Viola Davis' Shocking New Look And More
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When someone of Quincy Jones’ stature passes away, their past comments are given new life. In the aftermath of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ arrest, the great producer’s opinions on the Bad Boy founder’s music ability—or lack thereof—are resurfacing. - Stephanie Holland Read More
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This week, the family of Tito Jackson celebrated the life of the Jackson 5 singer through a large funeral service. The memorial was finally held Monday (Nov. 4) after the 70-year-old died on Sept. 15 of a heart attack while driving to Oklahoma from New Mexico, according to The New York Times. - Kalyn Womack Read More
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Martha Stewart is one of the rare celebrities who went to prison and came out even more popular. She started hanging out with Snoop Dogg, which opened her up to a whole new fanbase that allowed her to reinvent herself. To celebrate her interesting journey, Netflix released its new documentary “Martha.” - Stephanie Holland Read More
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After 40 years of marriage, famous TV judge Judge Greg Mathis and his wife Linda Reese shocked everyone when it was revealed they were headed for a divorce earlier this summer. But now—it looks like the tables have turned for the better. - Shanelle Genai Read More
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Viola Davis is one of the most beautiful women in the entertainment industry. We’d say the world, but we haven’t met every single woman. No matter what role she’s playing, the 59-year-old radiates a beauty that only comes from life experience and self confidence. We usually prefer to focus on her exceptional talent, but a recent photo of her attending the 2024 LACMA Art+Film Gala has social media talking about the “Suicide Squad” star’s possible weight loss. - Stephanie Holland Read More
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As shocking as it may be, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, Donald Trump was reelected as President of the United States.
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While many are still trying to come to terms with what the next four years will look like, Vice President Kamala Harris’ loss, and what this means for them as individuals—Hollywood heavy-hitters are also weighing in and expressing their disappointment, dismay and despair at the results. - Shanelle Genai Read More
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In what can only be described as “say that again?!” the story about an alleged fight involving two of music’s biggest stars—namely Michael Jackson and Tupac Shakur—is starting to take over social media timelines. - Shanelle Genai Read More
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The actor talks about his family’s history in the comedy space and how ‘Papa’s House’ gave him a chance to continue to carve his own legacy.
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Actress Yaya DaCosta talks to The Root about her character’s breakout moment in Season 3 of ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ and her newest head wrap business venture
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