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IN MEMORIAM: Michael K. Williams, star of ‘The Wire’ and ‘Lovecraft Country’ dead at 54 | New Pittsburgh Courier
By Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D., NNPA Newswire Culture and Entertainment Editor The internet is buzzing with news iconic actor Michael K. Williams has died. Multiple media outlets includingThe Hollywood Reporterare reporting the celebrated actor who played some of the most interesting and complicated
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Ludacris and Queen Latifah to star in upcoming Netflix thriller | Entertainment | The Michigan Chronicle
Christopher “Ludacris” Bridges (Photo credit: Splash News) By Michael “Ice-Blue” Harris Ludacris is preparing for his next box office smash, Fast & Furious 9. The movie will be released on June 25 and it has just been announced that he will be joining fellow rapper-turned-thespian, Queen
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Tyler Perry Bringing Madea Out of Retirement For Upcoming Netflix Film
Tuesday (Jun.8), Netflix announced that Tyler Perry is bringing the beloved gun-toting grandmother from retirement for a new film called A Madea Homecoming.
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Billy Porter reveals he is HIV-positive
Billy Porter is done carrying a 14 year-old secret. In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter that was published Wednesday,... View Article The post Billy Porter reveals he is HIV-positive: 'Truth is the healing' appeared first on TheGrio.
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HHW Gaming: ‘Mortal Kombat’ Actor Joe Taslim Hints At Sub-Zero’s Future & Wanting To Do A Prequel
Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Joe Taslim revealed that he hopes to play Bi-Han (Sub-Zero's real name) again in a prequel and a subsequent sequel.
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Then vs Now: How the Kardashian-Jenner clan have changed over the years
It's been over 13 years since the Kardashian-Jenner family made their debut on television screens worldwide. Have a look at how they transformed...some with the help of plastic surgery, of course.
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How Brandy Is Paying It Forward While Staying True To Herself - Blavity
What exactly makes someone a legend? Is it someone who’s proven themselves and their obvious talent time and time again? Can it be someone who has managed to stand the test of time, transcending multiple decades? How about an individual who has laid a musical blueprint that evokes inspiration out
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Issa Rae To Star As Spider-Woman In ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ Sequel
The spider-verse just got a little more Insecure, if you know what we mean. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Issa Rae will be joining the cast of Spider-Man: Into […] The post Issa Rae Cast As Spider-Woman In 'Spider-Verse' Sequel appeared first on Essence.
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2021 Met Gala moved to September; theme announced - TheGrio
Good news fashionistas! The Met Gala is coming back! According to The Hollywood Reporter, Monday, The Metropolitan Museum of Art... View Article The post 2021 Met Gala moved to September; theme announced appeared first on TheGrio.
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Forbes Names Highest Earning TikTokers—No Black Creators Made the List
You know that catchy TikTok dance you’ve been trying to learn, or that funny video circulating in the group chat? More than likely those came from a Black TikTok creator, […] The post Forbes Names Highest Earning TikTokers—No Black Creators Made the List appeared first on Essence.
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Kenya Barris developing Latin-x series 'Brown-ish' with Eva Longoria - TheGrio
Just when you thought there was no way that Kenya Barris could create another black-ish spinoff, ABC confirms that he... View Article The post Kenya Barris developing Latin-x series 'Brown-ish' with Eva Longoria appeared first on TheGrio.
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Songstress H.E.R. Added To ‘The Color Purple’ Movie Musical Cast
Songstress H.E.R. will be featured in the movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple.
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Black Panther sequel shuts down production because of Letitia Wright injury
The sequel to the highly anticipated Black Panther movie has been temporarily shut down as a result of the injuries Letitia Wright sustained in a stunt rig accident during shooting in August, per The Hollywood Reporter. Marvel Studios had initially said Wright’s injury wouldn’t have any implication
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Eric Jerome Dickey, Bestselling Author Whose Novels Focused On Black Life, Dies at 59
Much of Dickey's work, including 1996's Sister, Sister, was centered on strong Black female characters. He wrote 29 books and sold more than 7 million copies worldwide.
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Warner Bros. & DC Looking For Black Director For Black Superman Movie news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE The rumored Black Superman movie is picking up more steam. JJ Abrams is already attached to this long-rumored project. Still, he won’t be
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Barry Jenkins, Steven Caple Jr. & Regina King Are Possible Choices for Marvel’s ‘Blade’ and DC’s ‘Superman’ Reboot • EBONY
The internet was lit aflame after word hit the timeline that Marvel Studios and DC Films are both looking to hire Black directors for its next, highly anticipated movie projects. The latter is looking to reboot Superman, after Henry Cavill was said to be out upon J.J. Abrams’ reboot
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Will Smith Says He Avoided Making Films About Slavery
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Actor Clarence Williams Dies at 81 | Atlanta Daily World
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Main cast photo from the television program The Mod Squad when the series premiered in 1968. Pictured are Peggy Lipton (Julie Barnes), Michael Cole (Pete Cochran) and Clarence Williams III (Lincoln Hayes) Actor
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50 Cent, Megan Fox & Sylvester Stallone To Star In New ‘The Expendables’ Movie
50 Cent is about to flex his acting muscle in a big way in 2022. He has been booked to star in the newest installment of The Expendables. As spotted on Complex the Queens native has been announced as a feature player in action movie series. According to The Hollywood Reporter many of the original
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Warner Bros., DC to select Black director for Black Superman movie
JJ Abrams is set to executive produce the long-awaited Black Superman movie but he is not being considered to helm... View Article The post Warner Bros., DC to select Black director for Black Superman movie appeared first on TheGrio.
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The Famous Hollywood Sign Will Now Have Its Own NFT
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‘Pose’ Star Billy Porter Reveals He Is HIV-Positive
"I have lived with that shame in silence for 14 years," the actor said.
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Bernie Mac's Daughter Thinks These Stars Should Play Him In A Biopic
According to The Hollywood Reporter, a biopic on Bernie Mac is in the works. The film will be produced by John Legend and partner Mike Jackson under the EGOT status-musician's […] The post Bernie Mac's Daughter Thinks These Stars Should Play Him In A Biopic appeared first on Essence.
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Hip-Hop Photographer Chi Modu Dead at 54
Hip-hop photographer, Chi Modu has passed away at 54. He is best known for the pictures he has taken of some of the most prominent artists in hip-hop
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‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ Reboot Off To A Rocky Start As Two Showrunners Exit Project
Peacock's 'The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air' reboot will now see writing duo T.J. Brady and Rasheed Newson taking over showrunner duties after the split of both Chris Collins and his replacement Diane Houston.
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Rest In Power: Legendary Comedian Paul Mooney Dead At 79
Fans react to the news of the passing of the man once called the "Godfather of Comedy."
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Billy Porter reveals he has been living with HIV for 14 years - Face2Face Africa
Actor Billy Porter said in an interview published on Wednesday that he has known for the past 14 years that he has been living with HIV but initially kept it from his mother as well as from his co-stars on the award-winning hit TV series Pose. Porter granted the interview to The Hollywood Reporter
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Billy Porter, Tamron Hall overcome with tears discussing HIV diagnosis
After revealing his HIV-positive status in an exclusive interview with The Hollywood Reporter this week, Billy Porter dished further about... View Article The post Billy Porter, Tamron Hall overcome with tears discussing HIV diagnosis appeared first on TheGrio.
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Octavia E. Butler's 'Kindred' adaptation coming to FX
Octavia E. Butler's Kindred is officially coming to FX. An adaptation of the acclaimed American author's 1979 science fiction novel The post Octavia E. Butler's 'Kindred' adaptation coming to FX appeared first on TheGrio.
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Quincy Jones Reveals Why He Never Worked With Elvis Presley: 'He Was A Racist Mother—' - Blavity
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