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Black Stars’ Best 2024 Emmys Fashion

If it feels like we were just honoring the best artists and technicians in television, that’s because we were in January. Fresh off a strike shortened season, it’s time to once again recognize TV’s to...

Everyone Is Talking About Malia Obama’s Plaid Dress She Wore in France

Just over a week after her parents, former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, unofficially came out of their political retirement to bring the house down with impassioned ple...

Why Rich Homie Quan’s Death Marks the Official End of Atlanta’s Hip-Hop Reign

It’s no secret that Atlanta birthed some of Hip-Hop’s most influential artists. As a result, the southern city has been praised for having one of best scenes of Hip-Hip, reaching fans globally and oft...

Lil Wayne’s Fans Pissed He Won’t Be Superbowl Halftime Headliner in Hometown

On Sunday (September 8), Kendrick Lamar revealed that he will be headlining the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans. Considering the year Lamar has had with the massive success of his Drake d...

‘Martin,’ ‘Good Times’ and Other Black Artists, Series Snubbed by the Emmys

The 75th Primetime Emmys were a celebration of TV history. With so much groundbreaking television showcased, it was amazing to see Black winners take center stage. However, that hasn’t always been the...

Rihanna and Andra Day Look Just Alike, But Are They Related?

Andra Day, the American singer, songwriter and actress, has made quite the name for herself in Hollywood. Her debut studio album, Cheers To The Fall, was released in 2015, and Grammy nominated for bes...

Y’all Know if Trump Was Black, The NY Supreme Court Justice Would Have Sentenced His Behind

New York State Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan’s decision to postpone former president Donald Trump’s sentencing Friday is yet another flagrant and sickening example of how the criminal justice sys...

Great Black British Rappers You Need On Your Playlist

When it comes to the Black British music scene, there is so much talent to be discovered. From R&B to House to Garage to Rap, Black British artists have found many ways to express themselves and s...