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 …

Lupita Nyong’o and Danai Gurira’s adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s best selling book “Americanah” has been picked up by HBO Max. According to Variety, the 10-episode limited series will star Nyong’o with Gurira writing the pilot and tapped as the showrunner. The series marks a reunion for Nyong’o and Gurira, …

Discovery and BBC have joined forces to tell a story of natural history. The series will consist of both a UK and US version. It spares no details in describing the lives of some of nature’s animals. ‘Serengeti’ is fashioned to play out in six parts.  Deadline explains, “From warthogs …

On the heels of the overwhelming success of Jordan Peele’s Academy Award-winning film, “Get Out,” Lupita Nyong’o needed very little convincing to star in Peele’s next film, “Us.” In fact, in a recent interview with BuzzFeed News, Nyong’o explained how Peele’s record-breaking hit helped her work through the intensity of …

On August 28th, Oprah Winfrey Network will be premiering a short film “August 28: A Day in the Life of a People,” produced by Ava DuVernay.  According to OWN, the film is 22-minutes of historical perspective stemming from one date that has had a tremendous effect on America such as: …

Actress Lupita Nyongo recently opened up on how she was once shunned for her natural hair. During an interview with Porter Mag, the 35-year-old “Black Panther” star shared the abuse she endured from rocking her kinky tresses. “My hair is something that, historically, has been shunned. I mean, how often …

Fresh off the record-breaking success of the blockbuster hit, “Black Panther, Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has secured her next acting gig-a biopic. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From Disney/Marvel to biographical work in the film adaptation of ‘The Daily Show’ host Trevor Noah’s autobiography “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood.” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ …

Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o is mostly known for her impeccable acting skills and beauty, but now the actress is ready to dive into new territory.   According to Page Six, the “Black Panther” star is now working on a picture book for children. Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers …

Actors, David Oyelowo and Lupita Nyong’o are currently in negotiations to star in Disney’s upcoming film, “Queen of Katwe”. The film focuses on a young girl from the slums of Uganda who, with the help of her coach, becomes a chess prodigy. The story is based on an ESPN Magazine article and …

While a handful of celebrities have called a quits on their relationships this year, many have found love and even started families. We would like to take a moment to highlight those couples who gave us a glimpse into their happiness. Lizzo and Myke Wright Lizzo and her man doesn’t …

Howard University is making sure Chadwick Boseman’s memory lives on. Just this week, HBCU gave a first look at the Chadwick Boseman College of Fine Arts. “Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts Installation. Yesterday, the letters were installed over the now official Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts. …

Blue Ivy Carter is nominated for a Grammy along with her mommy Beyoncé for the hit song “Brown Skin Girl.” “Shout out to Rumi and Sir. Love, Blue” was the adorable lyrics fans got to hear from the little Carter on Bey’s beloved song “Brown Skin Girl.” And now, Blue, …

Production on the highly-anticipated sequel to Marvel’s hit “Black Panther” is set to begin in July 2021. According to Fox News, the superhero blockbuster was originally slated to begin shooting in March 2021, but the tragic death of the franchise’s star, Chadwick Boseman, delayed plans as the cast and crew …

ABC Network will air a special Sunday evening commercial-free broadcast of Marvel Studios “Back Panther” tonight, paying special tribute to actor Chadwick Boseman, followed by a special on his life and work. Boseman, 43, passed away at home on Friday after a private four-year battle with colon cancer. Boseman’s played …

Back in 2013, the biographical period-piece, 12 Years a Slave, was released as an adaptation of the 1853 slave memoir of the same name. The film followed the triumphant story of a New York State-born free man who was kidnapped and sold to slavery in the South. Directed by Steve McQueen, …