The road to Cardi B’s long-awaited sophomore album hasn’t been smooth. At one point, the “Enough (Miami)” rapper even contemplated quitting music. But with the warm reception from her latest tracks, including the Missy Elliott-approved “Like What (Freestyle),” things are taking shape. With several collaborations (Shakira, Megan Thee Stallion, Latto, GloRilla, Flo Milli, and more) […]
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Black Celebrity Entrepreneurs Who Make More From Their Side Hustles
Photo: Harry How (Getty Images) Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson has spent most of retirement investing in real estate development around L.A., specifically in Black communities. Of course, he can’t stay away from the sports world, acquiring stakes in MLB’s Los Angeles Dodgers, the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks, MLS’s Los Angeles FC and the […]
Read MoreBeyoncé and Rihanna? Guess Which R&B Diva Coco Gauff Wants to Have Dinner With
INDIAN WELLS, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 09: Coco Gauff of the United States plays a forehand against Clara Burel of France in their second round match during the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 09, 2024 in Indian Wells, California.Photo: Clive Brunskill (Getty Images) Tennis phenom Coco Gauff just proved that she’s […]
Read MoreTiktok Pokes Fun of Shannon Sharpe’s “Man Purse,’ Jay-Z Checks Steven A. Smith On Ri-Ri and Bey Comparison and More Entertainment News
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 15: Tyler Perry, and Kelly Rowland speak onstage during Tyler Perry’s Mea Culpa Premiere at The Paris Theatre on February 15, 2024 in New York City. Photo: Noam Galai (Getty Images) Since its February 23 premiere, people have had plenty to say about Tyler Perry’s Netflix film, “Mea Culpa,” […]
Read MoreWeekend Culture Roundup March 09, 2024
Lloyd Dong Jr. and Ron Dong stand in front of their childhood home. Screenshot: Facebook Just across the bay from San Diego, Coronado, California, is a community known for beautiful beaches. But in the 1930s, it was also known as a community that wasn’t exactly welcoming to families of color. The Dongs, a Chinese American […]
Read MoreFans Think Rihanna is hiding a Baby bump, Peek Inside the House Billy Porter had to Sale, Oprah Wants to Discuss Ozempic and More News for The Culture
Lloyd Dong Jr. and Ron Dong stand in front of their childhood home. Screenshot: Facebook Just across the bay from San Diego, Coronado, California, is a community known for beautiful beaches. But in the 1930s, it was also known as a community that wasn’t exactly welcoming to families of color. The Dongs, a Chinese American […]
Read MoreRihanna, Oprah, Jay-Z and the Billionaire Nigerians: Stories on How Black Billionaires Built Their Fortune
Photo: Arturo Holmes, Kevin Mazur, Paras Griffin (Getty Images) Christian Keye’s sent the world searching for a list of Black Billionaires when he claimed one of them sexually assaulted him. However, we had already put the list together, but only to inspire. Nowadays everyone has a side hustle. We’re all striving for that moment when […]
Read MoreBillionaire Nigerians, Richest Black Americans, Rihanna Becomes Youngest Billionaire and More
Photo: Arturo Holmes, Kevin Mazur, Paras Griffin (Getty Images) Christian Keye’s sent the world searching for a list of Black Billionaires when he claimed one of them sexually assaulted him. However, we had already put the list together, but only to inspire. Nowadays everyone has a side hustle. We’re all striving for that moment when […]
Read MoreBillionaire Nigerians, Richest Black Americans, Rihanna Becomes Youngest Billionaire and More Ways
Photo: Arturo Holmes, Kevin Mazur, Paras Griffin (Getty Images) Christian Keye’s sent the world searching for a list of Black Billionaires when he claimed one of them sexually assaulted him. However, we had already put the list together, but only to inspire. Nowadays everyone has a side hustle. We’re all striving for that moment when […]
Read MoreHere’s Why Rihanna Is a Billionaire and Her Peers Aren’t
Even if you’re in your “abolish all billionaires” bag, it’s kinda tough to apply that to Rihanna: How could you not want to see her win big? ‘Bob Hearts Abishola’ Star Folake Olowofoyeku Sings Queen’s“Bohemian Rhapsody”, Reveals Funniest Castmate Off English In our on-going series on Black business, we take a look at how Ri-Ri […]
Read MoreThere Is A Big Boss Reason Why Rihanna Just Performed a Multi-Million Dollar Concert in India
Earlier, we told you about Rihanna’s multi-million-dollar payday to perform at a pre-wedding party for the son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani. Now, some are suggesting the “We Found Love” singer’s decision to take the gig was less about the music and more of a calculated business move. Small Town Horror Story: The Shopping Cart […]
Read MoreFans Call Rihanna’s Performance at Billionaire’s Bash ‘Lazy’ but Some Theorize She Was Hiding Something
Besides her record-breaking Super Bowl halftime performance in 2023, it’s been over five years since fans have seen pop princess Rihanna perform live on stage. And we’re not even going to talk about the last time she dropped new music – although I guess she has been raising children and running a fashion and beauty […]
Read MorePeople Are Starved For Recent Videos Of Rihanna Performing Music, So These Clips From A Billionaire’s Wedding Party Will Have To Do
Rihanna’s last public performance was the Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show on February 12, 2023. Entering the show, people desperately hoped that Rihanna would announce a forthcoming album or tour — or something — during the show. Instead, she revealed her second pregnancy and has not announced any follow-up to 2016’s ANTI. (Although […]
Read MoreCeleb Black Women with Bustling Business
Rihanna attends the FENTY x PUMA sneaker launch party at NeueHouse Los Angeles on December 18, 2023 in Hollywood, California.Photo: Emma McIntyre/WireImage (Getty Images) Here at The Root, you already know we like to push for everything and everybody Black. And with us just now leaving Black History Month and ushering in Women’s History Month—also […]
Read MoreCeleb Black Women with a Bustling Business
Rihanna attends the FENTY x PUMA sneaker launch party at NeueHouse Los Angeles on December 18, 2023 in Hollywood, California.Photo: Emma McIntyre/WireImage (Getty Images) This story is part of our Start. Build. Grow. series, a celebration of Black business. Advertisement Here at The Root, you already know we like to push for everything and everybody […]
Read MoreBlack 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 […]
Read MoreReally, Drizzy? Drake Seems to Support Tory Lanez After Megan Thee Stallion Shooting
Photo: Variety There are two things Drake excels at effortlessly: making “shopping mall” music (per Mos Def) and being a hot topic. Candiace Dillard Bassett Feels The Burden Of Continuing The Family Legacy & Tradition | My Family Story Off English When he’s not shading the Grammys, throwing sneak disses at Rihanna on tour and […]
Read MoreThe Internet is Buzzing About Bey’s New Hair Care Line, And Not All the Comments Are Good
On Tuesday, Beyoncé blessed us with Cécred, her new line of products designed to repair and strengthen textured hair from root to tip. And as you can probably imagine, every corner of the Black Internet is buzzing about it. The company’s IG account already has nearly 200,000 followers who are sharing their thoughts on … […]
Read MoreASAP Rocky Offers A Promising Update On Rihanna’s Long-Awaited, Highly Anticipated New Music
Rihanna fans who have been waiting for her new album might finally be in luck. During a recent viral video, ASAP Rocky gave an update about the status of her ninth album. “She’s working on it,” he responded — and the fans who had just taken a photo with him cheered. She last released Anti […]
Read MoreNow That Usher Is Doing the Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show, Here’s the Perfect Setlist
Whether you call him U-S, H-E-R, R-A, Y-M, O-N-D, the King of R&B and “Ursher Baby,” just know all of Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas will be screaming his name when he graces the stage as the Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show headliner. Carla Hall Related To Danny Glover? Maybe. The Chef Shares Her Roots […]
Read MoreIs Drake Mad About the Grammys, Rihanna Or Something Else Entirely?
Drake performs onstage during “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert” at State Farm Arena on December 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.Photo: Prince Williams/Wireimage (Getty Images) What—and we can’t stress this enough—the hell is going on with Drake? The Canadian rapper seemed to be hella salty about his non-nominations at the 2024 Grammys as seen […]
Read MoreWhy SZA’s Grammys Snub Shows Once Again How Outstanding Black Girls Lose To White Mediocrity
The Grammys has a long history of repeatedly rewarding underwhelming white artistry. Despite moments like Victoria Monét winning Best New Artist and Tracy Chapman’s standing ovation for her highly anticipated performance of “Fast Car” alongside Luke Combs at last night’s ceremony, SZA’s “Album of The Year” snub for “SOS” felt like a punch in the […]
Read MoreWill There Be A Grammys Roc Nation Brunch This Year? We Have the Answer
Photo: Kevin Mazur (Getty Images) The most anticipated event during Grammys weekend—besides the actual ceremony, of course—is Jay Z’s iconic Roc Nation brunch. The invite-only shindig celebrates Black excellence annually and is flooded with stars. Sadly, the glamorous gathering reportedly won’t be happening this year. “It Was Intimidating” At First Says B. Michael, Cicely Tyson’s […]
Read MoreDrake Seemingly Shades Rihanna During The Opening Night Of ‘It’s All A Blur Tour — Big As The What?’
Drake’s growing tension with Rihanna has seeped into his live sets. The status of the rumored ex-lovers (with matching tattoos) appears to be far from cordial. In 2023, fans began to speculate that Drake was sending shots at Rihanna on his song “Fear Of Heights” off his album, For All The Dogs. Now, users online […]
Read MoreBlack Celebrity Twins, Look-A-Likes and Everything in Between
Photo: Jesse Grant/Getty Images for iHeartRadio (Getty Images) People have always pointed out that celebrities look alike. In some cases, they can be parent and child, and in other cases, they’re not related at all, but people still continue to point it out. Advertisement With that in mind, The Root takes a look at the […]
Read MoreBlack Celebrity Look-Alikes That Will Make You Do a Double Take
Photo: Getty Images They say everyone has a doppleganger, a person who looks like them but is not related. You can look no further than Black Hollywood to see lots of examples of folks who look like they could be members of the same gene pool. Andra Day and Rihanna, Anthony Anderson and Michael Strahan, […]
Read MoreWhite 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 […]
Read MoreASAP Rocky Is The Star Of Rihanna’s New Fenty Skin Lux Balm Campaign
Most Rihanna fans accepted years ago that the pop artist would be shifting her focus to her Fenty Beauty line. But it looks like ASAP Rocky may now be doing the same. Today (January 4), Fenty Skin and Fenty Beauty shared a new advertisement for the brand’s new Lux Balm. The clip features Rocky in […]
Read MoreLooking for that List of Black Billionaires? Here’s The Richest Black People in the World
Photo: Daniel Beloumou Olomo (Getty Images) As the first Black African to be featured on Forbes’ billionaires list back in 2008, Patrice Motsepe has his wealth in several businesses around the continent. He is the founder and chairman of African Rainbow Minerals, as well as private equity firm African Rainbow Capital, which re-invests in Africa. […]
Read MoreIs Rihanna On Nicki Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday 2 (Gag City Deluxe)’ Album?
Nicki Minaj’s album Pink Friday 2 debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart dated December 23, and as per Billboard, Minaj has 14 songs currently charting on the Hot 100. One of them is “FTCU” at No. 42. But the more significant achievement is arguably that Rihanna liked the song enough to dance […]
Read MoreRihanna is Finally, Maybe Releasing a New Album
This year’s iconic Super Bowl Halftime Show only made Rihanna’s fans, or the Navy as they’re called, hungrier for the moment that the “Work” singer returns with new music. Although she’s been out in public more lately in her typical fabulous fashions and releasing other creative projects, the fans can’t help but ask about some […]
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