EntertainmentMoviesEntertainmentMoviesReview: With jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy, Directors Coodie and Chike Take Us Inside the Mind of a Tortured GeniusNetflix's three-part documentary explores the evolution of one of the most influential artists of all time.ByJay ConnorPublishedFebruary 15, 2022
EntertainmentMoviesEntertainmentMoviesWill Smith, Ariana DeBose, Questlove, Serena Williams and More React to Oscar NominationsDenzel Washington also makes history as the most nominated Black actor while Beyoncé earns her first nomination ever.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedFebruary 9, 2022
EntertainmentMoviesEntertainmentMoviesOscars 2022: Denzel Washington, Ariana DeBose, Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis Among NomineesAdditional projects that earned nominations include Questlove's Summer of Soul and Coming 2 America.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedFebruary 8, 2022
EntertainmentMusicEntertainmentMusicDr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige and Snoop Dogg Answer The Call In Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show TrailerFor the first time in the history of ever, gangsta rap will be front and center at this year's Super Bowl Halftime…ByJay ConnorPublishedJanuary 20, 2022
EntertainmentSocial MediaEntertainmentSocial MediaA List of People Who Could Go Against Jay-Z in a Verzuz Battle, According to Jay-ZSpoiler alert: it's nobody, folks. The answer is nobody.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 22, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentGolden Globes 2022: Will Smith, Tracee Ellis Ross, Mahershala Ali, Issa Rae Among NomineesAfter nearly a year wrought with controversy, the upcoming ceremony is set to take place on Jan. 9, 2022ByShanelle GenaiPublishedDecember 13, 2021
CultureCultureThe CW To Premier Docu-series Based on Prairie View A&M Marching BandThe Marching Storm is making its television debut.ByAlexandra JanePublishedDecember 11, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentJanet Rollé named CEO, Executive Director of American Ballet TheatreJanet Rollé is the first Black woman to be appointed CEO and Executive Director at American Ballet Theatre.ByStephanie HollandPublishedDecember 1, 2021
Beauty + StyleFashionBeauty + StyleFashionDeck the Halls of Ivy (Park): Beyoncé's Back With a Family-Focused Ivy Park Holiday CollectionThe megastar's new campaign 'Halls of Ivy' features James Harden, Jalen Green, Natalia Bryant, Blue Ivy and…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedNovember 30, 2021
EntertainmentMusicEntertainmentMusicJay-Z Makes History as the Most Grammy-Nominated Artist EverWith this feat, the 4:44 rapper beat out previous record holder Quincy Jones, among others.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedNovember 24, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainment'Let’s Normalize It': GQ Musician of the Year Lil Nas X on Montero, DaBaby and the Truth of the Gay AgendaThe music industry's favorite mischief-maker talked dating, forgiveness, and the future of hip hop with Jeremy O.…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedNovember 16, 2021
Beauty + StyleFashionBeauty + StyleFashionInclusivity and Black Influence Won the Night at the CFDA AwardsAurora James' Fifteen Percent Pledge, Dapper Dan and Zendaya were all honored at the 2021 event; Christopher John…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedNovember 11, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentThe Hollywood Walk of Fame Just Got Supa Dupa Fly With the Addition of Missy Elliott's StarCiara, Lizzo and Mona Scott-Young were all on hand to celebrate the hip-hop legend's latest milestone.ByMaiysha KaiPublishedNovember 9, 2021
EntertainmentHot TeaEntertainmentHot TeaBeyoncé and Jay-Z's Probably Haunted, Definitely Cursed Louisiana Mansion Is for SaleThe couple's 13,300 square-foot New Orleans mansion, La Casa de Castille, was the target of a possible arson attack…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedOctober 29, 2021
CultureFamily MattersCultureFamily MattersHow My Mom Used the New Peloton x Beyoncé Classes to Say She Missed MeOne weekend of classes from the Source Your Power series brought this mother-daughter duo back together for the…ByRachel PilgrimPublishedOctober 27, 2021
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EventsThe Root InstituteEntertainment & CultureEventsThe Root InstituteEntertainment & CultureMy HBCU Comeback Moment: A Tailgate to Remember"The Greatest Homecoming on Earth became the greatest healing on earth."ByBy Rev. Dr. Shakeema North as told to Candice BenbowPublishedOctober 15, 2021