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'Love Island USA' Season 6's Kenny Rodriguez: Here's What To Know
Love Island USA Season 6 has taken the summer by storm! Per entertainment data company Luminate, it’s the number one reality series in the country across all streaming platforms. Entering the villa day 13 alongside Cassidy Laudano and Nigel Okafor, Kenneth “Kenny” Rodriguez has become something of a fan favorite, mostly due to his loving relationship with JaNa Craig.
'Love Island USA' Season 6's Kendall Washington: Here's What To Know
Fans of Love Island USA Season 6 have had a lot to say about this season’s crop of singles on social media. Kendall Washington, who has been deemed one of the messiest–if not the messiest islanders of the season, is one of the most-talked-about contestants, whether you love or hate him.
'Bel-Air' Season 3 Trailer Teases Debut Of Yet Another OG 'Fresh Prince' Star
Summer’s heating up, and Bel-Air is too with its fiery first trailer for Season 3. The new season debuts Aug. 15 with three episodes at launch. It has also been revealed that Joseph Marcell, the original Geoffrey from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, is guest starring in the season.
Halle Berry On Taking The Brunt Of 'Catwoman' Backlash: 'I Didn't Make It Alone...I Hated That It Got All Put On Me'
Halle Berry recently opened up about the criticism she encountered regarding the 2004 Catwoman film ahead of the movie’s 20th anniversary on July 23. Despite the movie’s lackluster performance at the box office and negative reaction from critics, its impact on the Oscar-winning actor was profound and led to significant personal growth.
HBCU Livingstone College Receives 7th $1M Donation From Anonymous Donor
Livingstone College in North Carolina received another $1 million donation. It’s the seventh donation of this amount to be given in just seven months by an anonymous donor. It marks the most significant monetary gift received by the HBCU in its history, according to Black Enterprise.
Florida Grandmother's Homemade Cakes And Pies Sell Out After TikTok Video Goes Viral
There’s nothing quite as delightful as homemade treats from grandma, and one Florida woman is proving just that. Recently, her TikTok fame skyrocketed thanks to a viral video showcasing her delicious baked goods. Inez Hudson, 73, runs her small business three days a week (Wednesday through Friday), stationed outside...
Shedeur Sanders Reflects On His Time At HBCU Jackson State: ‘I’m Undefeated In The SWAC’
Shedeur Sanders is reflecting on the time he spent playing at Jackson State University during his first Big XII Media Day on July 10. The rising senior and quarterback for the University of Colorado shared that he had high expectations for the team going forward.
'Girl You Know It's True' Trailer: Milli Vanilli Biopic Sees Newcomers Meld Seamlessly Into Roles Of Duo
Newcomers Tijan Njie and Elan Ben Ali meld seamlessly into the roles of Robert Pilatus and Fabrice Morvan, otherwise known as the disgraced 1980s “singing” duo Milli Vanilli, in the new trailer for biopic Girl You Know It’s True. If you’re of a certain age, you probably...
Michael Strahan's Daughter Isabella Is Officially Cancer-Free: 'Everything Is Great'
Isabella Strahan has announced she is officially cancer-free! Over a year ago, she was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a type of brain tumor. The 19-year-old shared the news on her YouTube channel, where she has been documenting her journey. “It was a great, great scan,” Strahan said. “Everything was clear. Cancer-free...
'Halo' Canceled At Paramount+ After 2 Seasons, Will Be Shopped Around
Master Chief is no more at Paramount+ with Halo getting axed. The Hollywood Reporter posted that the series adaptation of the popular space military video game has been canceled after two seasons. The series followed Pablo Schreiber as Master Chief John-117, the former leader of a military operation fighting an alien civilization over the fate of the universe. The series also starred Olive Gray, Yerin Ha, Bentley Kalu, Natasha Culzac, Shabani Azmi, Kate Kennedy, Natascha McElhone, Danny Sapani and Bokeem Woodbine.
Illinois Man Says He Was Fired From Trucking Company For Not Cutting His Dreadlocks Despite White Employees Being Allowed To Have White Hair
Drew Harvey, 26, of Crete, Illinois, was a recent hire at an Iowa trucking company, and he alleges that he was fired for refusing to cut off his dreadlocks.
This 'Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta' Star Praises Phaedra Parks After She Represented Him In Court: All My Cases Got Dismissed'
Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta star Khaotic is giving Phaedra Parks her flowers after a judge dismissed multiple charges against him. On July 11, an entertainment news account on X posted a video clip from the rapper’s YouTube channel. It’s unknown if the charges he’s referring to are related to his 2018 arrest in which he allegedly led Miami police officers on a car chase after a hit-and-run accident, according to Local10.com. Fast-forward to July 2024, he documented the outcome following his exit from the courtroom with Parks, who acted as his lawyer.
Van Jones And CNN Roasted For Over-The-Top Amber Rose/RNC Thoughts
Amber Rose, who recently gave a surprise endorsement to former President Donald Trump, was rewarded for her MAGA turn with a prime-time speaking slot during the first night of the Republican National Convention. CNN commentator Van Jones thinks this is a big deal, but Black people online disagree.
'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice': New Trailer Drops For Tim Burton's Long-Awaited Sequel To '80s Classic
A new trailer for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the long-awaited sequel to Tim Burton’s award-winning Beetlejuice, is here. As directed by Burton, the sequel sees Michael Keaton return in the titular role alongside Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz and Catherine O’Hara as Delia Deetz. Joining the returnees are new cast members Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci and Arthur Conti with Jenna Ortega and Willem Dafoe.
Loni Love Wants Tyler Perry To 'Hire Black Writers And Directors' To Avoid Future 0% Rotten Tomatoes Critic Scores
Loni Love has some tough love for Tyler Perry after the dismal critical response to his latest film, Tyler Perry’s Divorce in the Black. Perry’s Divorce in the Black stars Meagan Good and Cory Hardrict in what could have been serendipitous stunt casting since both Good and Hardrict are at the center of two pieces of salacious relationship gossip. The two play people in a broken relationship, with Hardrict’s character Dallas seeking a divorce while Good’s character Ava tries fighting for the marriage before ultimately switching to fight for her independence. The story could have made for a great plot, but critics gave the film a whopping 0 percent rotten rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many calling it Perry’s worst film yet.
17-Year-Old From North Carolina Becomes One Of The Youngest Pilots In The U.S.
Ryan Garner made history by becoming one of the youngest pilots in the country. The 17-year-old from Indian Trail, N.C. recently obtained his private pilot license. Garner is also the first Black pilot to receive the distinction at Goose Creek Airport.
Sunscreen, Shades And Swimwear: 15 Black-Owned Brands To Keep You Safe And Stylish In The Sun
We know you’ve been outside this summer, but we want to ensure you’re doing right. Within the last few years, there has been an influx of Black-owned companies specializing in products exclusively for people of color to enjoy during summer. Black-owned swimwear brands are changing the game by creating suits that complement and celebrate the… Continue reading Sunscreen, Shades And Swimwear: 15 Black-Owned Brands To Keep You Safe And Stylish In The Sun
Denzel Whitaker Named Honorary Ambassador For International Youth Summit
Actor and filmmaker Denzel Whitaker is set to join this year’s International Youth Media Summit as an honorary ambassador. The annual summit is committed to inspiring young people around the world to explore using film and other forms of media to address global issues. Whitaker will act as a celebrity spokesperson for the summit ahead… Continue reading Denzel Whitaker Named Honorary Ambassador For International Youth Summit
'Dress My Tour' Contestants Compete To Dress JT In New Exclusive Preview For Hulu Series
The Dress My Tour contestants could become the fashion designer for rapper JT‘s upcoming tour in this exclusive clip from Hulu‘s Dress My Tour. The clip below shows JT reacting to the contestants, who are thrilled at the opportunity to design the performance outfits for JT’s tour. JT gives each contestant a hug and hopes they put out their best work for her to choose from. Watch the full clip below.
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