EntertainmentEntertainmentIssa Rae's Raedio Lands Multi-Project Deal With AudibleThis new deal comes just after her hit HBO series Insecure secured 12 NAACP Image Award nominations on Wednesday.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 20, 2022
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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
EntertainmentEntertainmentBest Black Ensemble Performances of 2021Our favorite TV series and movies of 2021 featured some spectacular ensembles and these are the best of the year.ByStephanie HollandPublishedDecember 9, 2021
EntertainmentTelevisionEntertainmentTelevisionEvil, Insecure, Pose Among TV Critics Choice NomineesEvil, Pose, This is Us receive multiple nominations in TV categories of 27th Annual Critics Choice Awards.ByStephanie HollandPublishedDecember 6, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentInsecure Season 5 Soundtrack Drops Dec. 3Issa Rae announces Saweetie, Nnena, Thundercat among artists featured on Insecure Season 5 soundtrack.ByStephanie HollandPublishedNovember 29, 2021
EntertainmentTelevisionEntertainmentTelevisionMelina Matsoukas Defends Amanda Seales’ Portrayal of an AKA on Insecure; Sorority Says It's Taking Steps to Protect Its Brand'Please allow the corporate office to handle this matter. We all have a duty to protect our brand,' AKA Executive…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedOctober 26, 2021
EntertainmentTelevisionEntertainmentTelevision‘I Am Not a Soror’: Amanda Seales Responds to Criticism About Her Portrayal of an AKA on InsecureThe actress and comedian began trending Monday morning following the final season premiere of Insecure on Sunday…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedOctober 25, 2021
EntertainmentTelevisionEntertainmentTelevisionInsecure Intermissions: Season 5 Is Moving 'Onward, OK?!' Let's Get Into ItNew episodes of Insecure premiere every Sunday at 10 p.m. ET on HBO and HBOMax.ByShanelle Genai and Panama JacksonPublishedOctober 25, 2021
EntertainmentMusicEntertainmentMusicInsecure Interludes: Come for the Epic AF Final Season; Stay for the Nostalgic Playlist VibesA new playlist from Spotify combines the music from the acclaimed HBO series with never-before-told stories from the…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedOctober 22, 2021
EntertainmentTelevisionEntertainmentTelevisionInsecure Is Leaving, OK? Here’s What Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, and Jay Ellis Have to Say About the Final SeasonThe final season of Insecure begins this Sunday, Oct. 24 on HBO.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedOctober 21, 2021
EntertainmentIt's LitEntertainmentIt's Lit'I'm Growing and Elevating in Real Time': The Root Presents: It's Lit! Gets Bamboozled With Insecure's Yvonne OrjiThe Emmy-nominated actress and comedian leans into her faith for her debut book, Bamboozled by Jesus: How God…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedOctober 21, 2021
EntertainmentTelevisionEntertainmentTelevisionWATCH: The Insecure Series Finale Trailer Is Here and I'm Not Crying—You AreThe trailer hit the Twittersphere Wednesday afternoon and, in true Insecure fashion, had the timeline all in its…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedSeptember 29, 2021
CultureBlack ExcellenceCultureBlack ExcellenceIn Her First Interview as a Newlywed, Issa Rae Advocates for Self-CareThe actress-producer and new bride is prioritizing wellness, both for herself and her beloved South Los Angeles…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedSeptember 28, 2021
The Glow UpFashionThe Glow UpFashionCoast to Coast: Black Stars Stunned on Bicoastal Carpets This WeekendBoth the 2021 Tony Awards and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Opening Gala boasted a bevy of Black excellence…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedSeptember 27, 2021
CultureBlack LoveCultureBlack LoveUzo Aduba Announces Her Marriage!The Emmy and SAG Award-winning star of In Treatment and Orange Is the New Black announced her marital status on…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedSeptember 14, 2021
EntertainmentTelevisionEntertainmentTelevisionHella Anticipated: Insecure's Final Season Teaser Spotlights an Ever-Reflective IssaThe ubiquitous 'mirror talk' returns as Insecure's leading lady gives herself a talking to.ByMaiysha KaiPublishedSeptember 3, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentRole Call: The Hollywood Critics Association Announces First TV Awards; Black Film Archive Makes Its DebutBarry Jenkins to direct The Lion King prequel; Peace of Mind With Taraji is renewed; Fortnite under scrutiny after…ByBella Morais and Shanelle GenaiPublishedAugust 30, 2021