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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
'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.
In Letter Of Support, 1,400 Black Women Back Biden
As President Joe Biden recovers from COVID-19 amid an apparent fight within the Democratic Party over his nomination for reelection, the president has received a show of support from a collection of Black women and allies. A letter with 1,400 signatories urges Biden to continue in the race and calls out those seeking to push him off… Continue reading In Letter Of Support, 1,400 Black Women Back Biden
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.
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
Symone Sits Down With Doechii In 'Avalon TV' Season 2's First Exclusive Preview
Blavity’s Shadow and Act has the very first exclusive look at Avalon TV Season 2 starring RuPaul’s Drag Race icon Symone, and in this exclusive preview out of DragCon LA 2024, she sits down with hip-hop star Doechii. In the exclusive preview for the season premiere, Doechii addresses...
'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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
'Rob Peace' Trailer: Jay Will, Mary J. Blige And Camila Cabello In Chiwetel Ejiofor's Latest Directorial Effort
The first trailer has been released for Rob Peace, directed and written by Chiwetel Ejiofor, with Jay Will, Mary J. Blige, Camila Cabello and more starring. Ejiofor also has a role in the true story-based film, which is takes its basis from Jeff Hobbs’ New York Times bestselling novel, The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace. Rob Peace stars Jay Will as the title character, who puts everything on the line to save his father. Mary J. Blige also stars as Rob’s mother. Rounding out the cast are Gbenga Akinnagbe, Michael Kelly and Mare Winningham.
'Emperor of Ocean Park' Creator And Stars On New Series And The Costs Of Black Excellence: 'Have I Really Earned It?'
Set in the worlds of politics, elite academia and the beaches of Martha’s Vineyard, Emperor of Ocean Park is centered around Talcott Garland (Grantham Coleman), also referred to as Tal by his loved ones, as he and his family grapple with grief and the effects of what it means to have expectations placed on you at an early age.
America’s Oldest Black Town Relocating Due To Flooding Risk
A North Carolina town founded by formerly enslaved people just after the Civil War has survived environmental degradation, racism and governmental inaction. Now, the oldest Black town in the United States seeks to relocate entirely in order to survive the growing impact of climate change.
'Deb's House' Season Finale Exclusive Preview: Deb Antney Is Not Impressed With Her Rap Proteges In We TV Series
Deb Antney is not letting anyone humiliate her in the exclusive clip from the July 17 season finale of We TV‘s Deb’s House. The series follows music mogul Antney as she looks for the next female rap superstar. The exclusive clip shows Antney as she listens to new...
‘Who Made The Potato Salad?’: 10 Things You Will Find At Every Black Family Cookout
Nothing says summertime like a good cookout. Food on the grill, loud music, line dances, card games and more set the tone for the season. The connection between Black people and cookouts is deeper than the spread of delicious food. According to Food 52, European explorers witnessed the Táino tribe, indigenous to the Caribbean, cooking their food on “long wooden frames.”… Continue reading ‘Who Made The Potato Salad?’: 10 Things You Will Find At Every Black Family Cookout
In 'Raising Fame,' Steph Curry And Shaq's Moms Share Insights On Celebrities And The People Who Raised Them
Behind almost every successful superstar is a strong family foundation. For NBA stars Steph Curry and Shaquille O’Neal, a lot of their favorable outcomes in life are in part due to their loved ones — which is why their mothers, Sonya Curry and Lucille O’Neal, have teamed up with TV One to shine a light on the families of superstars across all industries, including sports, music and beyond.
Tyler Perry To The Paley Center's Highest Honor, The Paley Center Honors Award
The Paley Center for Media has announced that this year’s recipient of their coveted Paley Honors Award is Tyler Perry, who will receive the honor at a gala in the fall. “Throughout my career, I have strived to bring people together and to give a voice to those often underrepresented in media,” Perry said in a statement. “Media has served as a vital platform for this mission, and I’m honored to receive this award from The Paley Center for Media, an organization that has dedicated itself to spotlighting the power and importance of media.”
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