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Grammy Awards postponed due to COVID-19 surge
The 64th annual Grammy Awards is being delayed due to COVID-19 concerns. The so-called biggest night in music was scheduled The post Grammy Awards postponed due to COVID-19 surge appeared first on TheGrio.
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Former Death Row Member Danny Boy Talks Meeting Biggie Murder Suspect Poochie
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz For years hip hop fans have grieved at the loss of Biggie Smalls. Many have wondered and even offered their own understanding of what transpired that fateful night. We can now gain a little insight into the mind of the alleged killer of Biggie
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Cardi B Calls Out Woman Sharing Photoshop Pics With Offset Allegedly Cheating
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Cardi B and Offset have not had a perfect relationship, but the two appear to be in a good place after filing for divorce in 2020. In recent times, Cardi and Offset have started to give off Couple’s Goals vibes. However, the peace in the
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From "Reading Rainbow" to the Spelling Bee! LeVar Burton Will Host the 94th Competition - Houston Forward Times
LeVar Burton has landed a new hosting gig! The Reading Rainbow star, 64, has been… The post From 'Reading Rainbow' to the Spelling Bee! LeVar Burton Will Host the 94th Competition appeared first on Houston Forward Times.
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Netflix announces massive 2022 film slate
Netflix just dropped some major news. With 86 films coming out, the streaming service will have a brand new movie The post Netflix announces massive 2022 film slate appeared first on TheGrio.
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28 Days of Black Movies: ‘Jean of the Joneses’ is a pleasantly awkward, bizarre ride through uncovering family secrets and unpacking intergenerational trauma
I happened upon Jean of the Joneses the way I discover lots of Black movies: skimming through Amazon Prime and
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Halo Wheeler: The Angelic Songbird of the Magic City
By Haley Wilson The Birmingham Times “Being back outside” after the COVID-19 pandemic, which was declared in March 2020 and resulted in lockdowns that disrupted lives around the world, meant so much to Birmingham singer-songwriter Kayla “Halo” Wheeler that she released a single of the same
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PRESS ROOM: BHERC Call For Entries For The 29th Annual “Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves” Short Film Fest Deadline Nears
By NNPA Newswire Hollywood, CA (NNPA) – The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center recently announced the “Call for Entries” for the 29th Annual “Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves” […] The post PRESS ROOM: BHERC Call For Entries For The 29th Annual “Sistas Are Doin’ It F
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Tyler The Creator Addresses 'Dumb' Claims That He Plans To Change His Name | The Michigan Chronicle
Photo: Getty Images Tyler The Creator is never one to hold his tongue when it comes to saying how he feels. Earlier this month, the Odd Future star, who dropped his first ever cologne GOLF le Fleur, spoke to Fast Company about possibly switching up his stage name, saying that he thought the moniker
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Police: R&B singer Jason Derulo involved in Vegas resort scuffle | Afro
By The Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — Pop and R&B entertainer Jason Derulo was involved in a scuffle with two people early Tuesday at a Las Vegas Strip resort, but the singer, dancer and TikTok star was not arrested or given a summons, police said. Las Vegas police said in a statement that an
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Jason Derulo fights two men in Las Vegas after being called 'Usher'
Jason Derulo got into a physical altercation with two men at a Las Vegas hotel after being called 'Usher' and The post Jason Derulo fights two men in Las Vegas after being called 'Usher' appeared first on TheGrio.
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Urban League Hosts ‘100 Years of Black History in L.A.’ - Los Angeles Sentinel
Achieving a century of progress is not easy, but the Los Angeles Urban League (LAUL) defied the odds by celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Founded in 1921, the heralded organization has made a huge impact for the last 10 decades by promoting business opportunities, training and
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5th annual MACRO Lodge at Sundance Film Festival returns
The 5th Annual MACRO Lodge is moving forward at Sundance Film Festival with three days of programming set to champion The post 5th annual MACRO Lodge at Sundance Film Festival returns appeared first on TheGrio.
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Corey Holcomb Explains Why Rick Ross Abruptly Left Interview
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Comedian Corey Holcomb calls out rapper Rick Ross. It seems comedian Corey Holcomb had a lot to say recently about Rick Ross’s unexpected departure from the 85 South Comedy Show two weeks ago. The “Port of Miami” entertainer was on set but
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Tisha Campbell Files Police Report After Texas Human Trafficking Incident | The Michigan Chronicle
Photo: Getty Images Actress Tisha Campbell is officially filing a police report after the harrowing incident last week in which she 'almost got snatched up' by people she suspects are human traffickers. The My Wife and Kids star says she was working on the set of an independent film in South Padre
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PRESS ROOM: BHERC Call for Entries for the 28th Annual “Sistas Are Doin’ it for Themselves” Short Film Fest
THE LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — Normally a live event, “Sistas” streams online for the second year due to the pandemic. However, participants last year were able to capture the essence of the live event noting, that they had not been able to travel to Los Angeles in the past. Having the festival
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Diddy, Yung Miami Gets Close To Ring In New Year At Kanye West Party, Fans React
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Diddy and Yung Miami ring in the New Year together at Kanye West party in Florida this weekend. It was champagne toasts to ring in the New Year as rapper
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Five reasons to tune into 'Abbott Elementary' on ABC
ABC's newest comedy, Abbott Elementary, premieres tonight, and theGrio has five reasons you shouldn't miss this series from the mind The post Five reasons to tune into 'Abbott Elementary' on ABC appeared first on TheGrio.
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Black Hollywood Film Festival’s Closing Weekend Features Social Justice Films
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center will screen selected social justice films online for the closing weekend of the 26th annual African American Film Marketplace and S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase.
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The WARM Place named 2021 PGA TOUR Charity of the Year | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — With the support of more than 100,000 volunteers annually, the PGA TOUR assists approximately 3,000 charities each year. Virtually all tournaments are organized as non-profit organizations to maximize charitable giving, and to date, tournaments across all Tours have generated more
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Diddy, Yung Miami Gets Close To Ring In New Year At Kanye West Party, Fans React | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Diddy and Yung Miami ring in the New Year together at Kanye West party in Florida this weekend. It was champagne toasts to ring in the New Year as rapper Yung Miami posted pictures on Instagram of her celebrating the dawn of 2022 with her
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Halle Berry Trolls Celebrity Friends With Fake Wedding Announcement
If you fell for Halle Berry's New Year's wedding announcement, you're in great company. Celebs including The Rock, Tia Mowry and more all fell for it too!
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President Biden, Chaka Khan and Others Celebrate Black Press at NNPA Convention | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The President, who campaigned on the promise of equity and inclusion and whose appointments, hires and policy have targeted uplifting Black and minority communities, extolled the virtues of Black-owned newspapers and media companies. “It’s an honor to join you and celebrate 194
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Former UNLV Basketball Player Dylan Gonzalez Accuses Trey Songz Of Rape | The Michigan Chronicle
Photo: Getty Images Former University of Nevada, Las Vegas basketball player Dylan Gonzalez has publicly accused Trey Songz of rape. The basketball star posted the allegations Thursday night (December 30) in a straight forward message on Twitter. 'Trey Songz is a rapist,' Gonzalez wrote. 'Lord
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“The Chi” Actor Curtiss Cook on New Role in West Side Story | Chicago Defender
Curtiss Cook is an actor who began his career struggling on Broadway as a single parent of three children. Curtiss first caught the bug for acting early in life in Dayton, Ohio. Following his passion, he put everything into solidifying his future career as an actor. Curtiss became the first
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Betty White, TV’s Golden Girl, dies at 99 - The Atlanta Voice
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Betty White, whose saucy, up-for-anything charm made her a television mainstay for more than 60 years, whether as a man-crazy TV hostess on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” or the loopy housemate on “The Golden Girls,” has died. She was 99. White’s death was confirme
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Dancehall Artiste Quada Murder Trial Gets May 2023 Date | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Not everyone can start the new year off with a clean slate, and well, that’s the case for Jamaican deejay Quada. 22 year old is to reappear at downtown’s Supreme Court on May 22, 2023, for his murder trial. Quada, born Shacquelle Clarke, was charged
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Cardi B Calls Out Woman Sharing Photoshop Pics With Offset Allegedly Cheating | Haiti Gazette
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By Nsenga K. Burton - In 2021, the box-office did not disappoint with outstanding films on the big screen and streaming apps like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and Apple TV +. Films like Jane Campion’s The Power of the Dog, Denzel Washington’s A Journal for Jordan, Ridley’s Scott’s House of
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