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Kerry Washington pokes fun at Tony Goldwyn friendship with ‘Black Wife Effect’ post: ‘I’ve upgraded your life’
Kerry Washington knows how social media likes to gossip and she’s taking it all in stride. The actress poked fun at the constant chatter about her friendship with former co-star Tony Goldwyn with a “Black Wife Effect” Instagram post about their “Scandal” characters. The Black Wife Effect social media trend shows how romantic partners upgraded their lives, style, and/or career after marrying a Black woman.
Aurora James discusses New York Urban League honor and Fearless Fund ruling: ‘We are in an attention economy’
When Aurora James, founder of the brand Brother Vellies and the Fifteen Percent Pledge and vice chair of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, heard the news about the Fearless Fund ruling, she took to social media immediately. In a TikTok video posted after the news broke, the founder...
9 thoughts, prayers and concerns about Ray J’s interview on ‘Club Shay Shay’
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Every so often, I send Ray J DMs. I realize that sounds odd, but since we’re already here let’s take it a step further (and clarify) with another outlandish statement: I want to be Ray J’s Alex Haley.
Watch: Dr. Anne Beal on clean beauty skincare | Life Hacks
We see skin and beauty products on the market classified as clean beauty but how does that impact our skin? Dr. Anne Beal, physician-researcher and founder of Absolute Joi skincare, joins Life Hacks with Liana to break down clean beauty and ingredients found in our products. “One of the things...
RFK Jr. blasted for continuing to accuse Black and brown men of murder
As presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. runs on a platform championing criminal justice reform in his efforts to court Black voters, critics point out that for years, the independent candidate accused two Black and brown men of committing a murder his white cousin was convicted of despite the claims being dismissed in court.
Whoopi Goldberg overcome with tears after reuniting ‘Sister Act 2’ cast for 30th-anniversary performance
Whoopi Goldberg couldn’t hide her emotions after reuniting with some of the original cast and choir from “Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit” in celebration of the film’s 30th anniversary. Dressed as Sister Mary Clarence, Goldberg opened “The View” on Wednesday with the choir, including...
Gayle King’s son, William Bumpus Jr., marries at Oprah’s house
Fresh on the heels of her buzzy Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover debut, Gayle King has more good news. On June 2, her son, William Bumpus Jr., 37, married Elise Smith during an intimate elegant family wedding held at the home of none other than Oprah Winfrey. After revealing the...
Eight thoughtful Father’s Day gift ideas for new dads
Becoming a new dad is a profound milestone that can be as exhilarating as it is overwhelming. With Father’s Day just around the corner, what better way to celebrate the new fathers in our lives than by giving them gifts that acknowledge this significant transition?. Whether they are navigating...
How my 3-year-old son helped me graduate from Princeton
When I brought my 3-year-old son Julian with me onstage at my Princeton School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) graduation last week, the last thing I was thinking about was going viral. No. My mind was consumed with thoughts that most toddler moms are thinking of when we have...
Coco Gauff reaches the French Open semifinals in doubles in addition to singles
PARIS (AP) — Coco Gauff reached the French Open semifinals in doubles on Wednesday, a day after getting that far in singles. Gauff, the reigning U.S. Open champion in singles, and Katerina Siniakova won their doubles quarterfinal 6-0, 6-2 against Miyu Kato and Nadiia Kichenok. Gauff and Siniakova have...
NBC’s Olympics betting on stars like Snoop Dogg, Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B to drive viewership
LOS ANGELES (AP) — NBC is inserting some pop culture flavor into the world’s biggest sports spectacle: From Megan Thee Stallion dancing with dressage horses at the Palace of Versailles to Peyton Manning riding a giant baguette blimp over the Eiffel Tower, the network has strategically partnered with several big names to build anticipation for the Paris Olympics.
Appeals court halts Trump’s Georgia case during appeal of order allowing Willis to stay on case
ATLANTA (AP) — An appeals court has halted the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump and others while it reviews the lower court judge’s ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to remain on the case. The Georgia Court of Appeals’ order on Wednesday...
Michael B. Jordan wants you to move your body with community
If you’re looking to jumpstart any fitness goals this summer, Michael B. Jordan suggests you find community. Starting this weekend, the actor is bringing fitness hubs to communities around the country. Today, Propel Fitness Water announced they are partnering with the actor to expand the Propel Your City Project...
Martin Lawrence addresses rumors about his health: ‘I’m blessed’
Martin Lawrence is shutting down rumors about his health after a viral video at the Los Angeles premiere of “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” left fans concerned. The actor, 59, appeared on Hot 97’s “Ebro in the Morning” on Tuesday, where he revealed that he is healthy and doing fine following the release of the video. In the clip, shared on social media, Lawrence is seen arriving at the L.A. premiere of his new film on a promotional bus with co-star Will Smith. Smith is seen helping Lawrence navigate the crowd and walk from one side of the bus to the other as they wave at fans.
In my book, the best hip-hop album of all time is ‘De La Soul Is Dead’
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. For me, the greatest album in hip-hop history remains “De La Soul Is Dead,” the group’s legendary sophomore album from 1991. As I said in my piece about “Off the Wall” vs “Thriller,” a key part of a great album is having a thesis and having the songs and the sound and the vibe coalesce around that thesis. If it’s cohesive that means the songs blend together to make a statement. Hip-hop has historically given us lots of amazing, cohesive albums from Public Enemy’s “It Takes A Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back” to Kanye’s “My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy” to Raekwon’s “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx” to A Tribe Called Quest’s “Low End Theory” to Dr. Dre’s “The Chronic” to “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” to Nas’ “Illmatic.” That’s not a comprehensive list. There are lots of hip-hop albums that are cohesive. For me, the best of them all is “De La Soul Is Dead” because the album’s thesis is even deeper than most albums that have one — “Dead” is about challenging the definition of what De La Soul is and, in that, the meaning of Blackness.
Flavor Flav orders entire Red Lobster menu to save restaurant after bankruptcy: ‘Save the Cheddar Bay Biscuits’
Flavor Flav isn’t letting Red Lobster go without a fight. The rapper, 65, ordered the entire menu at the seafood restaurant this week after learning about Red Lobster’s bankruptcy filing. Flav shared his visit to a local Red Lobster on X (Twitter), where he said he’s doing his part to keep the national chain open.
Eboni K. Williams is expecting her first child
Eboni K. Williams is expecting her first child. The “Real Housewives of New York” alumna and the host of “TheGrio with Eboni K. Williams” announced in an exclusive with People magazine that she’s expecting a baby girl due August 16. Williams, 40, told the publication...
Rihanna’s Fenty empire expands to haircare
A new celebrity haircare line is getting ready to hit stores, and this time, it’s courtesy of Rihanna. This week, the Fenty mogul welcomed a new member to her Fenty businesses: Fenty Hair. “A new family is moving in!” the star wrote on Instagram. “@fentyhair is pullin up and...
Watch: Meet the talented violinist trio, The String Queens
There’s no better way to celebrate Black Music Month than with three talented musicians described as “music with a mission.” Based in Washington D.C., Kendall Isadore, Dawn Johnson, and Élise Sharp make up the talented violinist trio called The String Queens. The String Queens work double lives as teachers, nurturing kids’ love for classical music. They created a sisterhood based on trust, creativity, and strings after noticing they didn’t see too many people who looked like them in the classical music space.
WNBA discourse brims with racist and sexist craziness as media spotlight grows
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. ESPN host Dominique Foxworth recently made an excellent point during an appearance on Bomani Jones’ podcast, noting the difference between a polarizing figure and a lightning rod. In the former category, you do or say things that drive folks into opposing camps. In the latter category, you don’t have to do or say anything. Your mere existence is enough to divide the masses.
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