VH1 is bringing back the classic game show Hollywood Squares as Celebrity Squares, hosted by DC Young Fly. This rebooted version will feature Black pop culture trivia and is produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment and Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat, offering a fresh and updated take on the beloved show. “Celebrity Squares” …
Read More »Montgomery Dock Crew Members Speak Out Following Viral Brawl [Video]
The Black dock worker who was attacked in Alabama says he was completely shocked by the series of events. Dameion Pickett, along with two other crew members, Aaren Hamilton-Rudolph and Roshein “RahRah” Carlton, spoke with “Good Morning America” Monday, giving their version of events about that fateful August day on …
Read More »Kerry Washington Says She Learned Her Dad Was Not Her Biological Father In 2018
Kerry Washington discovered that her father is not actually her biological parent, something that has rocked the actresses’ world. The “Scandal” star learned that Earl Washington was not her father when she was gearing up to appear in the PBS series, “Finding Your Roots.” The show, which focuses on celebrities …
Read More »IRS To Tax People Who Resell Concert Tickets
A new IRS law will target ticket resellers who make over $600 from high-profile events. It will require companies like Ticketmaster and StubHub to report such sales in 2023, replacing the previous $20,000 threshold for reporting. The revised law, an American Rescue Plan Act component, requires sellers to pay taxes …
Read More »WGA Reaches Tentative Deal to End 146-Day Strike With Streamers and Studios
The WGA has struck a tentative deal with studios and streamers, potentially ending the 146-day-long writers’ strike in Hollywood. “We can say, with great pride, that this deal is exceptional–with meaningful gains and protections for writers in every sector of the membership,” read an email sent to WGA members. While …
Read More »Jamaica Declares Dengue Fever Outbreak, With More Than 500 Suspected and Confirmed Cases
The Ministry of Health and Wellness in Jamaica declared a dengue fever outbreak due to exceeding the epidemic threshold for July, August, and September. “This means the country has seen an increase in the number of cases compared to what is normally seen during these months of the year,” the …
Read More »Woman Found In 13-Foot Alligator’s Mouth Identified [Video]
Human remains were recovered from a Florida waterway as well as a nearly 14-foot alligator on Friday, officials said. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office confirmed an investigation is ongoing after the 13ft and 8.5-inch gator was spotted in a waterway in unincorporated Largo, Florida, in the Tampa Bay area, and …
Read More »President Biden Slammed For Calling LL Cool J “Boy” and Mispronouncing His Name [Video]
Many would agree that LL Cool J is like a household name. So many wonder how President Joe Biden butchered the legendary rapper’s name. Biden honored LL and MC Lyte at the Congressional Black Caucus Phoenix Awards over the weekend. But the moment turned sour after Biden messed up LL’s …
Read More »Wealthy Investor Ambushed In His Driveway By Armed Men In Robbery Attempt [Video]
A wealthy Texas investor was targeted in his driveway in what could have been a tragedy, after leaving the bank. Mark Gardner, 73, arrived at his $1.1 million Dallas home in his BMW when three “would-be” thieves jumped out and surrounded the vehicle at 1 p.m. Tuesday, ABC affiliate WFAA-TV …
Read More »Airbnb Expected To Roll Out Big Changes
Airbnb released 50 new features this summer. Among the features were Airbnb Rooms, redesigned wish lists, and total price display, Timeout reported. CEO Brian Chesky went a step further by asking Airbnb users what else the company could do to improve its platform. Airbnb then shared an update on tackling …
Read More »Magic Johnson & Wife Cookie Honored With Commitment to End AIDS Award
Magic Johnson is praising his wife, Cookie, for continuing to stick by his side through his HIV diagnosis. The former Los Angeles Lakers star attended Thursday’s Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS. Johnson and his wife, Cookie, who have been married since 1991, were honored with the Elizabeth Taylor Commitment …
Read More »President Joe Biden To Join The UAW Strikers In Detroit
President Joe Biden is set to make a special visit to Michigan, where he will stand in solidarity with the United Auto Workers by joining them on the picket line. Biden’s visit follows an invitation extended by UAW President Shawn Fain during his remarks on Friday. This invitation coincides with …
Read More »Fort Wayne Police Officer Shoots Suspect After He Hits Own Mother With Car While Trying To Flee [Video]
The Fort Wayne Police Department is looking into an incident after a police officer pursuit ended in an officer firing shots at a suspect Friday morning. FWPD says the incident happened around 10 a.m. at Creighton Avenue and S Clinton Street. The suspect refused to pull over. Police pursued the …
Read More »Usher Will Headline The Halftime Show At Super Bowl LVIII [Video]
Usher is doing big things this year, and it’s looking even better for 2024. On Sunday, Apple Music posted several iconic meme videos that used footage from Usher’s “Confessions” music video, that included Deion Sanders, Kim Kardashian, Marshawn Lynch, Odell Beckham Jr, and of course, Usher calling himself from the …
Read More »Harris County Rebrands As “Bey County” As Beyoncé Returns To Her Hometown For Her Houston Performances
Harris County is showing their appreciation for Beyoncé in a major way! This weekend, there is a lot of excitement as Beyoncé fans flock to Houston for two consecutive nights of concerts. Local officials are actively responding to express their gratitude for the significant economic upturn anticipated as a result …
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