The Root Staff Reacts To The 2023 Grammy Awards Big Wins, Best Looks, & More
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Cardi B Overshares, Fashion Trainwrecks, and Our Favorite Jenifer Nearly Dies

Cardi B Overshares, Fashion Trainwrecks, and Our Favorite Jenifer Nearly Dies

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One of Hollywood’s biggest nights—the Oscars—took place last night at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Jimmy Kimmel served as host for the fourth time, with Black Hollywood favorites Cord Jefferson and Da’Vine Joy Randolph taking home awards for their respective projects (“American Fiction” and “The Holdovers”). However, the ceremony wouldn’t be complete with a few red carpet trainwrecks from our beloved stars. Here are the biggest letdowns. - Candace McDuffie Read More

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Cardi B’s presence on social media is a strong one, with the rapper and reality star making the most of her platforms. From airing out her dirty laundry when it comes to her marriage with Offset to revealing what she packs for her daughter’s school lunches, nothing seems off limits to the proud mom. - Candace McDuffie Read More

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We guess making music runs in the family.

Not only was North West present for the listening party of her Kanye West’s upcoming album, “Vultures 2,” but she also announced some news of her own. - Noah A. McGee Read More

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 15: Jenifer Lewis attends her Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Ceremony at Hollywood Walk of Fame on July 15, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 15: Jenifer Lewis attends her Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Ceremony at Hollywood Walk of Fame on July 15, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
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Nearly a year and a half after actress Jenifer Lewis took a devastating fall in Africa, she’s opening up about the experience that caused her to fear for her life. - Angela Johnson Read More

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Regina King arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Regina King arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
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Oscar-winning actress Regina King sat down with GMA’s Robin Roberts to reflect on the passing of her only son, Ian Alexander Jr., who died by suicide in January 2022 at age 26. In King’s first interview since her son’s death, she shared that she is a different person now than she was two years ago. - Angela Johnson Read More

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Richard Pryor’s former Hollywood home is on the market. That’s right, the same home where he sat down for his infamous interview with Barbara Walters is on sale. - Noah A. McGee Read More

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Between promoting “The Color Purple,” making the awards rounds and her new TV special, Oprah Winfrey has been outside more than usual lately. On Thursday, she was recognized with the Vanguard Award at the 35th annual GLAAD Media Awards. Before she returns to staying at home with her books, she was a guest on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” - Stephanie Holland Read More

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In addition to being the biggest night in Hollywood, The Oscars are also the biggest night in fashion. It’s not just about the red carpet for the big show, there’s also high-profile events like the Vanity Fair Oscars Party and the Elton John AIDS Foundation’s Academy Awards Viewing Party. Once again, Black Hollywood dominated these star-studded affairs, and we’re celebrating the best looks from our favorite stars. - Stephanie Holland Read More

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‘The Good Wife’ Alum Cush Jumbo On Murder Mystery Show ‘Criminal Record’, Reveals Her Weapon of Choice
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The first season of AppleTV+’s murder mystery crime thriller, ‘Criminal Record,’ is now available for bingeing.

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People can have all the jokes they want about how soft they think Drake is, but one thing remains true: Drake doesn’t duck any smoke aimed his way.

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Remember earlier this week when Kanye West had some harsh words for Drake (and other people) as he celebrated the success of his hit single, “Carnival”? - Noah A. McGee Read More

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