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Primetime Sing-a-Long: The Best Black TV Theme Songs

As much as we love modern television, one of the elements we miss most from the classics is theme songs. New shows want to use that extra 90 seconds on stories, so you don’t get a catchy intro. However, the best themes never go out of style, so we’re flashing back to the good old […]

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When White Celebs Find They’re Black, Obama Beat Trump At This, The Rise of The Richest Black Man in America and More News On the Culture

Photo: Jon Kopaloff (Getty Images) If you look up the term multi-hyphenate entertainer in the dictionary, you’ll see a photo of the absolute badass Queen Latifah. From the moment she burst on the scene with her generation-defining anthem “Ladies First,” we knew she was special. She followed that up with the groundbreaking comedy “Living Single,” […]

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When White Celebs Find Their Black Roots, Obama Beat Trump At This, The Rise of The Richest Black Man in America and More News On the Culture

Photo: Jon Kopaloff (Getty Images) If you look up the term multi-hyphenate entertainer in the dictionary, you’ll see a photo of the absolute badass Queen Latifah. From the moment she burst on the scene with her generation-defining anthem “Ladies First,” we knew she was special. She followed that up with the groundbreaking comedy “Living Single,” […]

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We Wonder, What If De La Soul Did Star in ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ Instead of Will Smith?

Hollywood is full of “what if” stories about casting and development. This can lead to fun questions about how our favorite shows and movies would have possibly turned out. The latest crazy “what if” surrounds the classic ‘90s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” Small Town Horror Story: The Shopping Cart Killer Off English As […]

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Black Celebrities With Multi-Million-Dollar Side Hustles

Photo: Tasos Katopodis (Getty Images) Magic Johnson is such a boss when it comes to business, you could almost forget that he had a successful 13-season career in the NBA. But of course, we wouldn’t! The all-star’s portfolio includes a chain of movie theaters, and ownership stakes in MLB’s Los Angeles Dodgers, the Washington Commanders […]

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Favorite Black Celebs Spotted At Super Bowl LVIII

Photo: Ethan Miller (Getty Images) Last night’s Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas featured a highly anticipated performance by the one and only Usher. The “Confessions” singer brought out special guests Alicia Keys, H.E.R., Lil’ Jon and Ludacris. However, they weren’t the only Black celebrities we spotted as the popular event. Here […]

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Black Celebs Who’ve Finally Received Their Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Photo: Michael Buckner/Variety (Getty Images) It may seem like an old-fashioned idea, but for some Black artists receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is still a major honor. It signifies that they’ve reached a certain level of success in the industry. Yes, sometimes they’re used as publicity stunts, but that doesn’t make […]

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Surprise ‘Living Single’ Reunion Leads to Shocking Behind-the-Scenes Tea

“Living Single” remains one of the most popular and influential series in TV history, because it never felt like a sitcom. Most of the time, we felt like we were just hanging out with our girls and getting into trouble. The chemistry and connection among the four leading ladies is one of the reasons we […]

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White People Better Stop Playing With Dionne Warwick

If there was one thing we learned in 2023, it is not to mess with Dionne Warwick. No one could have anticipated Ms. Warwick becoming the queen of X (fka Twitter) at 83 years young—yet here we are, and she continues to prove why she deserves her crown into the new year. How To Wrap […]

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The Best Black Celeb Golden Globe Awards Looks Over the Years

This weekend, viewers around the world will be glued to their televisions as awards season kicks off with the 2024 Golden Globes! Last year we watched Angela Bassett, Zendaya, Tyler James Williams, Quinta Brunson, and more snatch up a golden trophy. This year we can’t wait to see who comes out victorious as the Globes […]

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Best Golden Globe Red Carpet Looks Through the Years

This weekend, viewers around the world will be glued to their televisions as awards season kicks off with the 2024 Golden Globes! Last year we watched Angela Bassett, Zendaya, Tyler James Williams, Quinta Brunson, and more snatch up a golden trophy. This year we can’t wait to see who comes out victorious as the Globes […]

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Really?! Trina Might Upset A Lot of Nicki Minaj Fans After She Called Beyoncé This

On Wednesday, a HipHopDX interview with rapper Trina began recirculating around the internet in which the Miami rapper named Beyoncé as the No. 1 female rapper who has helped pave the way for other Black women in rap. (Please make sure Nicki Minaj’s Barbs doesn’t hear this). The internet’s response to Trina’s comments basically was: […]

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POTUS Power: Black Actresses We Want to See Play the President

Photo: Shane Anthony Sinclair (Getty Images) Angela Bassett has already put the world on notice as Queen of Wakanda. Now, she’s ready to do it again as President of the United States. According to TVLine, the “Black Panther” star is joining the new Netflix thriller Zero Day” as the Commander-in-Chief. The casting makes perfect sense, […]

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Here are the Books We Can’t Wait to Read in January 2024

Photo: Amazon.com You may still be trying to squeeze in your last holiday shopping, but we’re already thinking about 2024 – well, the books, at least. Whether you’re looking to escape with historical fiction or get some practical advice to help you achieve your goals, the new year plans to bring great new books for […]

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Hottest Books By Black Authors Coming Out Next Year

Photo: Amazon.com You may still be trying to squeeze in your last holiday shopping, but I’m already thinking about 2024 – well, the books, at least. Whether you’re looking to escape with historical fiction or get some practical advice to help you achieve your goals, the new year plans to bring great new books for […]

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The Best Black Celeb Moments From Art Basel 2023

Photo: World Red Eye Art Basel has become a staple in the creative world when it comes to displaying (and purchasing) art, networking and partying. This year was no different: The Miami Beach version of the global event, held December 8-10, was flooded with Black celebrities. Advertisement Now that Art Basel 2023 is in the […]

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50 and Fresh: The Best Moments from ‘A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop’

Advertisement DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince took us back to 1988, opening their medley of hits with “Brand New Funk.” We also got “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It,” “Miami,” a crowd sing-a-long of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” theme and the ultimate summer jam, “Summertime.” Will needs to start his comeback by returning to […]

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The Scoop On When Your Favorite Broadcast TV Series Are Finally Returning

Feb. 15: Ghosts – 8:30 p.m. – CBS After Tonight, I’m Done With Him | Ghosts After a long wait, the supernatural comedy will hopefully open Season 3 by immediately telling us if the ghost who got “sucked off” was one of our favorite spirits or one of the supporting ghosts.

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Sexyy Red and City Girls, Have Rachet Rappers Gone Too Far? The Internet Has Spoken

“My Neck, My Back” femcee turned viral podcaster Khia has gone viral once more, this time for a feud with new St. Louis sensation Sexyy Red who just sold out an arena in her hometown over the weekend. RHOP Star Gizelle Bryant Addresses Robyn & Juan Dixon Drama, Dishes On Chris Bassett, Mia & Gordon […]

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Need a Pick Me Up or a Laugh? These Are Our Favorite Comfort Movies

The Vatican Big Bomb Ball Scene | Fast X | CLIP Say what you will about The Fast & Furious movies, but they’re always entertaining. If you’re looking for a fun piece of fluff to take your mind off the world’s problems, look no further. And of course, it’s all about family.

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Missy Elliott Believes Hip-Hop Is Part of Rock & Roll’s ‘Gumbo’ of Different Music Styles

It is physically impossible to stay seated when a Missy Elliott song comes on. The rapper/producer has been making us shake our asses for decades, and now she’s getting her extremely well-deserved flowers for changing the music game. On Friday, the Virginia native becomes the first female rapper inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall […]

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