Lupita Nyong’o has clarified her “relationship” with Janelle Monáe. The Oscar winner and the Glass Onion star have been good friends since meeting at the 2014 Met Gala. But then their closeness sparked dating rumors. Lupita, who is in a relationship with Selema Masekela, says she wasn’t surprised and can understand why people …
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Janelle Monae Unbothered By Boob Backlash: “I’m Much Happier When My Titties Are Out”
Janelle Monae has been making headlines about her boobs being on full display, but the singer and actress isn’t sure what all the fuss is about. Monae sat down for an interview with Rolling Stone, where she addressed the controversy. The incident in particular that sent social media into a …
Read More »Janelle Monáe Speaks About Identifying As Non-Binary: ‘It’s About Honoring Your Truth’ [Video]
Janelle Monáe recently sat down with Sirius XM’s The Cagle Show and discussed identifying as non-binary and its importance. The Glass Onion actress explained her approach to discussing her identity and how doing so can impact others. “I think it’s all about just honoring your truth and your authenticity, and …
Read More »Janelle Monáe Slated to Play Josephine Baker In Forthcoming Series
Singer and actress Janelle Monáe has been tapped to portray the illustrious Josephine Baker in the forthcoming series about her decorated career. The series from A24 titled “De La Resistance” will take viewers on an in-depth journey into Baker’s life as a world-renowned jazz player, civil rights activist, dancer, and …
Read More »Janelle Monae Comes Out As Non-Binary: “If I Am From God, I Am Everything” [Video]
Janelle Monae opens up about her discoveries about herself and says she identifies as non-binary. In the recent episode of ‘Red Table Talk,’ the singer says she doesn’t see herself as being a woman solely. Janelle, who came out as pansexual in 2018, added, “I feel all of my energy. …
Read More »Janelle Monáe Talks Black Lives Matter, The Impact Of ‘Turntables’ And Wanting More TV And Films That Portray Black Happiness
Janelle Monáe talks about Black Lives Matter, the impact of her song “Turntables” and her wish for more films and television shows that to portray Black happiness. Janelle, 34, graced the latest cover of Out magazine, and during her cover interview, she first discussed the impact of her thought-provoking 2020 …
Read More »Janelle Monáe Wants To Play Storm In Next X-Men Film; “One Of My Dreams Has Always Been To Play Storm”
In her latest interview with Empire magazine, singer and actress Janelle Monáe revealed that she wants to play the character “Storm” in future installments of the Marvel Cinematic Universe films. “I definitely have thrown it out there,” she said. “One of my dreams has always been to play Storm. I …
Read More »When We All Vote Releases Census Day Video Featuring Janelle Monae, Tom Hanks and More
Wednesday, April 1, is National Census Day, a day in which every United States resident is invited to participate in the 2020 Census. The Census is a study conducted every 10 years, used to count everyone who resides in the United States. The Census also provides critical data to determine …
Read More »Janelle Monáe To Headline 2020 NYC Pride Festival
Janelle Monae is set to headline New York Pride this year! New York’s Pride announced that the Kansas City native would be joining as the event’s headlining performance this year. Monae will be joined by several other artists, including Chris Brown, Betty Who, and Luisa Sonza, for the 2020 Pride …
Read More »Janelle Monáe Speaks On Her Sexual Identity “Journey,” Says She Was Terrified
Janelle Monáe spoke candidly about her decision to come out about her sexual identity calling it a journey that made her feel terrified. Last year the eight-time Grammy nominee came out publicly, identifying herself as “a queer black woman in America” in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine. In a …
Read More »Janelle Monae Will Be Honored With The Trailblazer Award At Billboard’s 13th Annual Women In Music Event
Janelle Monáe will be honored at Billboard’s 13th Annual Women in Music event, December 6th in New York City, receiving the Trailblazer award. The Trailblazer award is given to a female artist who uses her platform to spotlight untapped voices and break ground for future generations of performers. Janelle Monáe has redefined how …
Read More »Janelle Monae Joins Cast of Harriet Tubman Biopic
In her return to the silver screen, Janelle Monáe is joining forces with Cynthia Erivo, Vanessa Bell Calloway and more to memorialize the life and legacy of #HarrietTubman in a new biopic, “Harriet.” According to Variety, Erivo will play the iconic abolitionist, alongside a star-studded cast, including Leslie Odom Jr. …
Read More »Tessa Thompson Talks “Loving” Janelle Monae, Being Bisexual And Having An Open Household: “I’m Attracted To Men And Also To Women”
Tessa Thompon says she and Janelle Monae love each other deeply in new interview. On Friday, the 34-year-old actress opened about being bisexual and the various relationship rumors regarding her and singer-songwriter Janelle Monae. “We love each other deeply, we’re so close. We vibrate on the same frequency,” Thompson said …
Read More »Janelle Monae Covers Uptown Magazine October/November 2013 Issue
Janelle Monae style is very edgy but always sexy in her own way. She recently did a photoshoot and interview with Uptown Magazine for the October/November 2013 issue. Lets just say Janelle looked absolutely gorgeous with her signature bun, soft pink lip color to a bold red lip, and her choice …
Read More »BET AWARDS 2023: See All the Winners of the Night
The 2023 BET Awards were broadcasted live on Sunday night, delivering some of the most monumental moments in award show history. The evening unfolded as an uninterrupted non-stop Hip Hop Party, showcasing captivating performances by artists spanning every era of the genre. The audience was also treated to an on-stage …
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