EntertainmentMusicEntertainmentMusicH.E.R., John Legend, Alicia Keys and More Set for iHeartRadio's Living Black! Music and Culture EventThe event will be broadcasted live from Los Angeles on iHeart's app and official TikTok page on Feb. 23.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJanuary 25, 2022
EntertainmentMusicEntertainmentMusicPrince’s Estate Given $156.4 Million ValuationAfter a long legal battle, the singer’s heirs, estate administrator and the IRS have agreed on a final value.ByStephanie HollandPublishedJanuary 18, 2022
EntertainmentMoviesEntertainmentMoviesJohn Legend Producing Musical Update of The Phantom of the OperaJohn Legend is producing a musical update of the classic Universal horror film The Phantom of the OperaByStephanie HollandPublishedDecember 10, 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
Very Smart BrothasVery Smart BrothasThis Kanye West, Excuse Me, 'Ye' Interview on Drink Champs Was Exactly What You Expected But So Much MoreYeezy Yeezy sat in with Nore and DJ EFN for some of 2021's most must-see TVByPanama JacksonPublishedNovember 5, 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
EntertainmentEntertainment'The Lights Are On and We Are Back!': Winners From the 2021 Tony AwardsSunday night’s ceremony was hosted by six-time Tony award-winner Audra McDonald.ByShanelle GenaiPublishedSeptember 27, 2021
Beauty + StyleFashionBeauty + StyleFashionNYFW Runs Across the Concrete Jungle—and Atop the Empire State BuildingThe look trending for Spring-Summer 2022 is clearly 'Black excellence'.ByBella MoraisPublishedSeptember 9, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentRole Call: Lester Holt Is the 'Anchor for America' for the Tokyo Olympics, a New Series on Malcolm X and MoreNBC promotes the Tokyo Olympics with Lester Holt at its helm; Carmelo Anthony has a new podcast; Dr. Dre's son is…ByBella Morais, Tonja Renée Stidhum, and Shanelle GenaiPublishedJuly 23, 2021
EntertainmentHot TeaEntertainmentHot TeaNew Bullying Accusations Hit Chrissy Teigen as Designer Michael Costello Accuses Her of Career Sabotage; John Legend Shows SupportCostello's allegations emerged the same day Teigen issued a lengthy apology for past online behavior.ByMaiysha KaiPublishedJune 15, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentAmerica, Bernie Mac Is Getting a Biopic. But Who Should Play Him?Mac's daughter Je'Niece McCullough has her eyes set on a young YouTube comedy sensation and a 'One Night in Miami'…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJune 14, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentBlack Creativity Abounds in These Latest Project Announcements From Issa Rae, Kenya Barris, John Legend and Sanaa LathanThe multi-hyphenate creatives are truly living up to the creed "Booked and Busy."ByShanelle GenaiPublishedJune 11, 2021
CultureCultureTulsa Race Massacre Commemoration Event Canceled Because Reparations Demand for Survivors Was Too HighFor Black America, the demand for reparations is always an uphill battle. Even when lawmakers and other elected…ByZack LinlyPublishedMay 29, 2021
Very Smart BrothasVery Smart BrothasDoes Common Have the GOAT Hip-Hop Career? Making the CaseA few months ago, I was a guest on a podcast that I really enjoy called the 80z Babies Podcast. The show—hosted by…ByPanama JacksonPublishedMay 28, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentIs Outkast Better Than the Beatles? A Scientific AnalysisIt started with a simple tweet from comedian Ron Funches (who at least one white person assumed was Questlove’s real…ByMichael HarriotPublishedApril 9, 2021
EntertainmentEntertainmentThe Root Presents Role Call: A Black Entertainment Roundup JointMy dearest and most eager reader, ‘tis I, Lady Welpington of The Root, back with another roundup of Black…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedApril 2, 2021
CultureBusinessCultureBusinessTriller Network Acquires Verzuz, Swizz Beatz and Timbaland to Join Management TeamIt looks like it’s a case of owner money Verzuz executive money because creators Swizz Beatz and Timbaland have some…ByTonja Renée StidhumPublishedMarch 9, 2021
EntertainmentSocial MediaEntertainmentSocial MediaFacebook Watch to Premiere New Black History Month Special Featuring Erykah Badu, Chance the Rapper, John Legend, and MoreIn honor of Black History Month, on Tuesday, Facebook Watch will premiere Forward: The Future of Black Music, a new…ByShanelle GenaiPublishedFebruary 15, 2021
EntertainmentSocial MediaEntertainmentSocial MediaShonda Rhimes Called Trump an 'Ignorant Bitch Baby': How Black Hollywood Responded to the D.C. Dumpster FireWednesday happened. January 6, 2021, happened. That really happened, y’all.ByTonja Renée StidhumPublishedJanuary 7, 2021
Beauty + StyleBeauty + StyleRihanna, Aurora James and Cardi B Step Into Honors at Star-Studded Footwear News Achievement AwardsThis year may have not been one of our most winning, but there are still achievements to celebrate; particularly the…ByMaiysha KaiPublishedDecember 10, 2020