Black playwrights wrote every new play on Broadway's fall lineup
This fall on Broadway, the spotlight is on Black playwrights. Fans of live theater rejoice as Broadway returns from its... View Article The post Black playwrights wrote every new play on Broadway's fall lineup appeared first on TheGrio.
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'Is That Really Acting?': Idris Elba Opens Up About the Catharsis He Experiences In Roles That Fans Adore
English actor Idris Elba burst onto the scene in the U.S. when he landed a role on the '90s popular HBO series "The Wire." Since then he's managed to keep
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Rick James’ documentary shows his rise to stardom and missteps, too - The Chicago Crusader
In the early 80s, he advocated for more Black representation on MTV, even though his “Super Freak” had sold more than 3 million copies. At the time, James said: “We […] The post Rick James’ documentary shows his rise to stardom and missteps, too appeared first on The Chicago Crusader.
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NeNe Leakes Says Gregg Has Returned Home After 6 Week Hospitalization Cancer Treatment news -The Black Chronicle
NeNe Leakes is updating her fans on her husband Gregg Leakes after his six-week stay at the hospital for cancer treatment. Previously, Leakes had announced that the 66-year-old’s cancer
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Source: The Black Chronicle
‘Arthur’ to end on PBS Kids after 25 seasons
“Arthur” will soon come to an end. PBS Kids plans to end the long-running children’s series after 25 seasons, said... View Article The post ‘Arthur’ to end on PBS Kids after 25 seasons appeared first on TheGrio.
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End of an era: TicketPro Dome closes its doors due to COVID blow
After two decades of giving the biggest local and international acts a platform, Johannesburg's TicketPro Dome announced its closure on Monday 19 July.
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Black Twitter sounds off on Safaree's reaction to Erica Mena's pregnancy reveal
Black Twitter is at it again. After a clip from an episode of Love and Hip-Hop: Atlanta went viral, social... View Article The post Black Twitter sounds off on Safaree's reaction to Erica Mena's pregnancy reveal appeared first on TheGrio.
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'That Was a Little Bit Hard to See': Sherri Shepherd Touches on the Lack of Diversity She Noticed on '90s Sitcom 'Friends' After Guest Starring on the Show
Sherri Shepherd makes for another talent out of several others who have discussed the lack of diversity and/or experiences as a Black actor on the set of
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Namadingo moving to Zambia: 'Most Malawians hate me' | Malawi 24 - Malawi news
Musician Patience Namadingo has said he is permanently moving to Zambia because he is not loved by most Malawians. Writing on his Facebook page, Namadingo has said that most Malawians hate him thus his decision to switch to the neighboring country on permanent basis. 'Imagine being very hated by
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Rihanna Is Set To Launch Fenty Parfum To Her Growing Empire news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE Serial entrepreneur Rihanna set the internet ablaze with the announcement of her latest business venture. In a post via her Instagram page, the Umbrella
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15 Classic Moments That Show How Much Hip-Hop Loved Biz Markie news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE Sad news, Hip-Hop fans. The larger-than-life rap personality known to the world as Biz Markie has died. TMZ broke the story, and said this… The post 15 Classic Moments That Show How Much Hip-Hop Loved Biz Markie appeared first on The Black Chronicle.
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Tiffany Haddish Gives Hot Take On Rough Shark Sex For “Shark Week” news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE Shark Week officially starts today on Discovery Channel! The annual aquatic event always brings us some interesting perspectives on the lives of these
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Chance The Rapper To Bring Secret Concert To The Big Screen news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Chance the Rapper filmed a secret concert four years ago, he intended to make a movie for the big… The post Chance The Rapper To Bring Secret Concert To The Big Screen appeared first on The Black Chronicle.
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Lil Nas X and Zadok: High praise for SA creative at BET Awards
South African musical director and producer Zadok was approached by the US artist himself to contribute to his BET performance.
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Hollywood Veteran Bill Duke Gives a Message to Young Black Actors – Free Press of Jacksonville
By Victoria Syphoe | July 28, 2021 - via www.rollingout.com - 40 year Hollywood professional Bill Duke sits down with rolling out’s Munson Steed to talk about his journey in the industry as an actor, producer, and director. Currently starring in [...]
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The Queen of Low-key: What Issa Rae can teach us all about avoiding TMI
Monday, Issa Rae kicked off the week by pleasantly surprising her fans with the news that she had run off... View Article The post The Queen of Low-key: What Issa Rae can teach us all about avoiding TMI appeared first on TheGrio.
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Haibo! Iggy Azalea accused of ‘blackfishing’ in latest music vid
US rapper Iggy Azalea has been accused of 'blackfishing' after appearing to be many shades darker in her latest music video...
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
Former President Barack Obama drops 2021 summer playlist - DefenderNetwork.com
Former President Barack Obama released a list of songs he’s been jamming to this summer on social media. Obama dropped his 2021 Summer Playlist saying he’s been listening to “a mix of old and new, household names and emerging artists, and a whole lot in between.” It’s a tradition
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Shonda Rhimes lands 'significant' raise at Netflix in $300M deal
Shondaland isn't going anywhere. According to a recent report, Shonda Rhimes has landed a 'significant' raise at Netflix, moving her... View Article The post Shonda Rhimes lands 'significant' raise at Netflix in $300M deal appeared first on TheGrio.
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'Black Widow' feels like Marvel's version of a Jason Bourne movie | The Atlanta Voice
'Black Widow' finally reaches screens big and small after a delay of more than 14 months, during which time Marvel's banner has been carried via streaming on Disney+. While that stretch has likely fueled pent-up demand, it has also demonstrated that the comics-based pop-culture titan can tell
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After court victories, Michael Jackson estate eyes revival
Michael Jackson’s musical legacy never left, but a kind of comeback is coming. With a series of court victories that... View Article The post After court victories, Michael Jackson estate eyes revival appeared first on TheGrio.
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Denzel Washington Keeps His $1M Promise to Support HBCU Debate Team in Texas
Actor Denzel Washington continues to make good on a promise to Wiley College, a Historically Black College and University in Marshall, Texas. Wiley College’s prominent debate team […]
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SA Amapiano Music Awards: Look who's been nominated!
Amapiano has taken the continent by storm and artists will now be recognised by the first-ever South African Amapiano Music Awards.
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
Reggie Bush, His Attorney Blast NCAA ‘Sham’ That Thwarts His Heisman Trophy Reinstatement Despite New NIL Rules
Former NFL star Reggie Bush will not have his 2005 Heisman Trophy returned to him, nor can the former New Orleans Saint running back rely on the latest
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SAMA 27: The date has been set! Here’s all the info
The SAMAs are the most prestigious music awards in South Africa and this year, they promise an extravagant live feel to the show!
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Camila Cabello Responds To Blackface Backlash, Backup Dancer news -The Black Chronicle
Singer Camila Cabello addressed accusations after one of her backup dancers appeared to perform in blackface during a late-night appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon on July
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Robotic Police Dogs: Useful Hounds or Dehumanizing Machines? news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE HONOLULU (AP) — If you’re homeless and looking for temporary shelter in Hawaii’s capital, expect a visit from a robotic police dog that will… The post Robotic Police Dogs: Useful Hounds or Dehumanizing Machines? appeared first on The Black Chronicle.
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Usher’s Ex-Wife Tameka Foster Raymond Addresses Their Marriage In New Memoir news -The Black Chronicle
Tameka Foster Raymond, celebrity fashion stylist, has come out with a new memoir that will reportedly address a few misconceptions that occurred while she was married to singer
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'I Should be Able to See Some Girls in Peace': La La Anthony Says 14-Year Old Son is Too Young to Date, Fans Chime In
La La Anthony's son Kiyan wanted the public's opinion on whether he should be able to "go see some girls" in a hilarious clip posted to his mother's
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Dolly Parton reveals she used Whitney Houston song royalties to support a Black neighborhood
Whitney Houston's remake of 'I Will Always Love You' is probably one of the most beloved songs of all time.... View Article The post Dolly Parton reveals she used Whitney Houston song royalties to support a Black neighborhood appeared first on TheGrio.
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