My Hip-Hop Story: Cedric The Entertainer On Jay-Z and His Indisputable Role In Shaping The Genre's Culture
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Black Twitter Decodes Rapper Foxy Brown’s Mysterious Posts Following Jay-Z Lawsuit, Inside Meagan Good’s Beautiful LA ‘Sanctuary, ’ Why is Everyone Afraid of Jay-Z? Here’s the Tea, Did Something Seem Off With Jay-Z At Blue Ivy’s ‘Mufasa’ Moment? Black Internet Has Thoughts

Black Twitter Decodes Rapper Foxy Brown’s Mysterious Posts Following Jay-Z Lawsuit, Inside Meagan Good’s Beautiful LA ‘Sanctuary, ’ Why is Everyone Afraid of Jay-Z? Here’s the Tea, Did Something Seem Off With Jay-Z At Blue Ivy’s ‘Mufasa’ Moment? Black Internet Has Thoughts

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Meagan Good is known for her iconic movie roles, but when it’s time to go home, the actress told EBONY Magazine she finds solace in her LA “sanctuary.” - Phenix S Halley Read More

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In response to the lawsuit brought against him and rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs, Jay-Z said the attorney made a “terrible error in judgement” thinking all celebrities were the same. Though he was referencing integrity and honor, it’s safe to say he also meant power. - Kalyn Womack Read More

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Jay-Z, left; Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” at Dolby Theatre on December 09, 2024 in Hollywood, California.
Jay-Z, left; Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” at Dolby Theatre on December 09, 2024 in Hollywood, California.
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If you were Blue Ivy Carter and you knew your dad Jay-Z was currently embroiled in some legal drama, would you want him showing up to one of your biggest career moments and possibly hindering your shine? - Shanelle Genai Read More

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 Shawn Carter AKA Jay-Z attends “The Harder They Fall” World Premiere during the 65th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall on October 06, 2021 in London, England.
Shawn Carter AKA Jay-Z attends “The Harder They Fall” World Premiere during the 65th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall on October 06, 2021 in London, England.
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It’s not surprising that Jay-Z’s latest legal issues has gotten people talking and the latest person to enter the conversation—ex-girlfriend Carmen Bryan—appears to be choosing sides. - Shanelle Genai Read More

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Jay-Z at the “Mufasa: The Lion King” premiere at Dolby Theatre on December 09, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Jay-Z at the “Mufasa: The Lion King” premiere at Dolby Theatre on December 09, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
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The fallout from the Jay-Z allegations continues to rock the world and Black internet at large. Since the rapper was named in a bombshell rape lawsuit on Sunday night, it seems like everyone is taking to their favorite social media platform (TikTok) to share their opinions, perspectives, and thoughts on Jay, from why they think this has been a long time coming, to how his sudden response to the lawsuit may or may not have hurt his standing in the court of public opinion. - Jared Alexander Read More

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People who were once close associates of Jay-Z are now reacting to the serious allegations against the hip-hop mogul. The latest to do so is rapper and former collaborator Foxy Brown. - Noah A. McGee Read More

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(L) Andrew Schulz, (R) Kendrick Lamar
(L) Andrew Schulz, (R) Kendrick Lamar
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The fallout from Andrew Schulz’s wild joke about rapper Kendrick Lamar continues. Last week, Schulz heard a lot from Black Twitter, who had plenty to say about Schulz’s comments. Now, even some celebrities and public figures are taking to social media to callout his shocking remarks. - Jared Alexander Read More

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Jennifer Lopez might find herself in the same boiling hot water as her ex-boyfriend, Sean “Diddy” Combs, and Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter after the singer was caught on camera fighting with Diddy on the same night of the alleged rape. - Phenix S Halley Read More

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That's So Random With Brandon Wilson

“Nickel Boys” star Brandon Wilson joins The Root to discuss the new film and the importance of the one-of-a-kind filming experience.

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That's So Random With Jurnee Smollett
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The actress joins The Root to talk about her new film “The Order” while also dishing on her no. 1 style tip for the red carpet.

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