The Baller Alert Show, featuring your lifestyle specialist Kenny Burns, with Ferrari Simmons and Su Solo, kicked off its 75th episode with a recap of the hottest topics and current events from the previous week. To start, the hosts opened the show with a conversation about Music, and what the …
Read More »Bagel Boss Blow Up Lands Angry Short Man A Boxing Deal
When it comes to the power of social media, it only takes one viral video for someone to be considered a “celebrity.” For one very angry “5-foot” man, who was recorded having a meltdown at a Long Island bagel shop last week, newfound fame might have just landed him a …
Read More »Suspect Arrested and Charged In Death of African American Museum Founder
A Louisiana man has been arrested and charged for the murder of 75-year-old Sadie Roberts-Joseph, who was found dead in the trunk of a car on Friday. Although police have yet to determine a motive, officials say there has been no information that suggests the incident was a hate crime. …
Read More »Steelers Running Back James Conner Says Doctor Gave Him ‘About a Week’ To Live At Time Of Cancer Diagnosis
Pittsburgh Steelers player James Conner revealed the scary story behind his 2015 cancer diagnosis on rapper Michael Seander aka Mike Stud’s podcast. He also shared that doctors told him he had “about a week left” to live at the time. “I get some tests done,” he said. “I got a …
Read More »R. Kelly Pleads Not Guilty In Chicago Court; Denied Bond
On Tuesday, R. Kelly stood before a judge, dressed in an orange jumpsuit, and pleaded not guilty to a slew of child sex crimes, including seven counts related to child pornography. The charges stemmed from a 13-count indictment, which also included five counts of enticement of a minor to engage …
Read More »Beyoncé Says ‘The Lion King’ Album Is ”A Love Letter To Africa”
Beyonce in London sat down with ‘Good Morning America’ and shared the inspiration behind “The Lion King” soundtrack album that she curated and produced. The superstar worked tirelessly to create “The Lion King: The Gift,” which The Queen described as “a love letter to Africa.” She explained how the album …
Read More »New York Giants Suspend Kamrin Moore After Recent Domestic Violence Arrest
Over the weekend, New York Giants’ Kamrin Moore was arrested over a domestic violence incident in New Jersey, and by Monday, the baller was suspended by the team. According to NJ.com, the incident occurred on Thursday outside of Moore’s residence in Linden. Two days later, the woman, who has remained …
Read More »Kylie Jenner Is Reportedly “Trying” For A Second Baby With Travis Scott, Source Says Couple Is “Discussing Marriage”
Kylie Jenner may be young, but she’s ready to expand her family with Travis Scott. Just days after Jenner kicked off her girls trip, celebrating the release of her Summer skincare line, a source told PEOPLE that the reality star can’t wait to give her baby, Stormi, a sibling. In …
Read More »Phaedra Parks Talks “Real Housewives of Atlanta,” Says Show “Makes Things Up To Make Storylines Juicy”
Phaedra Parks is opening up about her whirlwind experience and exile from Bravo’s “Real Housewives of Atlanta.” In fact, after eight years on and three years off, the reality star is considering a triumphant return. In an interview with DailyMail TV, Parks discussed the idea of a comeback and revealed …
Read More »Burger King Manager Told To “Go Back To Mexico” For Speaking Spanish
Last week, a manager at a Florida Burger King was met with racist criticisms for speaking Spanish to another employee in the fast food restaurant. According to local news, the incident occurred in Eustis, about 40 miles north of Orlando, where two older women condemned manager, Ricardo Castillo, for speaking …
Read More »Boxing Legend Pernell ‘Sweet Pea’ Whitaker Dies After Being Hit By Car
Boxing legend, Pernell “Sweet Pea” Whitaker was struck and killed by a car on Sunday in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He was 55. According to the Virginia Police Department, as reported by ESPN, the incident occurred around 10 p.m., as Pernell was walking at an intersection. The driver stayed on the …
Read More »Best of Black Twitter: Throwbacks
For the last 13 years, Twitter has become one of the most popular social media platforms for interactions, online entertainment, news, sports, politics, and more. Although the platform has helped spread hate and propaganda, on the other hand, it also helped unite communities through similar experiences, thoughts, and opinions. In …
Read More »Elandon Roberts Says Texas Authorities Harassed Him Outside His Own Home: “It Is Frightening, Disrespectful And Embarrassing”
New England Patriots player Elandon Roberts has accused the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department of harassment after deputies confronted him in the driveway of his home, ABC 13 reports. On March 10, Roberts was pulled over by authorities. A deputy’s dash cam recorded the incident with audio. In the video, …
Read More »HBO’s “Euphoria” Renewed For Second Season After Only Four Episodes
After only four episodes of its first season, “Euphoria,” the provocative teen drama starring Zendaya, has been renewed for a second season with HBO. The network announced the news on Thursday, highlighting the show’s creator for his incredible creation and casting. “Euphoria creator Sam Levinson has built an incredible world …
Read More »Don Cheadle Set To Join LeBron James in ‘Space Jam 2′
In the wake of the overwhelming success of ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ which grossed over 2 billion dollars, Don Cheadle has decided to ditch the Marvel Universe for the colorful world of the Looney Tunes. According to Deadline, Cheadle has officially signed on to join LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Looney …
Read More »Asap Rocky Forced To Cancel Tour Dates and Appearances After Sweden Arrest
Since A$AP Rocky’s Sweden street brawl, the Harlem-bred rapper has been hit with a series of unfortunate events, including his arrest and incarceration in deplorable conditions. But now, after the Swedish Supreme Court denied the rapper’s appeal for release, the rapper’s management team has revealed even more bad news, as a …
Read More »Jay-Z Signs On As Chief Brand Strategist For Cannabis Company Caliva
Jay-Z has signed on as the chief of brand strategy with a cannabis company called Caliva. The self-made billionaire, musician, and mogul is extending his talents to the marijuana industry as the chief brand strategist for Caliva, a burgeoning California company that counts former star NFL quarterback Joe Montana as …
Read More »Podcast Beef: Joe Budden Calls Out Crissle For Pulling Old A$AP Quote, Crissle Says He’s STEAM Pressed Over Her and “The Read”
Earlier this week, new details surfaced of A$AP Rocky’s condition in Sweden, following his arrest over a June 30th street brawl. After a Swedish Supreme Court rejected the rapper’s appeal for release, sources revealed that he’s reportedly being held in deplorable conditions. As news surfaced of the intolerable circumstances, Rocky’s …
Read More »Black Twitter Reacts To A$AP Rocky’s Arrest, Calls Out Rapper’s History Of Anti-Blackness
#BlackTwitter is reacting to the incarceration of rapper #ASAPRocky. Some Twitter users are even questioning other’s support, highlighting Rocky’s history of mocking and neglecting Black issues. A$AP Rocky is currently being held in a Sweden jail after a video went viral of him defending his himself, his crew and two …
Read More »Jermaine Dupri Talks So So Def Doc, Hints At Reunion Tour: “I Might Take The Essence Of Atlanta on Tour”
Over the weekend, Jermaine Dupri took his talents to New Orleans to hit the stage for a legendary “ESSENCE of Atlanta” set at the 25th annual ESSENCE festival. Complete with performances by Da Brat, Lil Jon, Nelly, Ying Yang Twins, Crime Mob, Bone Crusher and more, Dupri put on for …
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