ABC News is set to release a two hour special on comedian Richard Pryor, chronicling the days leading up to his near-fatal incident. According to Entertainment Weekly, the documentary dives into the comedian’s state of mind, days before he infamously set himself on fire during a drug binge in 1980. …
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James Bond Gender Debate Continues, Franchise Producer Says Bond ”Can Be of Any Color, But He Is Male”
According to the James Bond franchise producer, the next Bond will not be a woman. “He can be of any color, but he is a male,” Barbara Broccoli said in an interview with Variety. “I believe we should be creating new characters for women, strong female characters. I’m not particularly …
Read More »Music Producer Michael Stokes Says His Rights Were “Stolen” After A Stoke, Sues Several Major Music Labels
Music producer Michael Stokes claims people have been profiting from his work. Stokes, who has produced music for some of the biggest names in the industry like Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight, and Patti LaBelle, is suing several major publishers in a copyright dispute claiming that his signature was forged and …
Read More »Florida Supreme Court Rules To Block Ex-Felons’ Voting Rights Until They Pay Off Any Fees, Fines Related To Their Sentences
Florida will no longer allow formerly convicted felons the right to vote until they pay off any debt that is related to their imprisonment. Voting rights will not be restored to felons in Florida until they pay off all the fines and fees related to their sentences, the Florida Supreme …
Read More »YouTube Music Hosts 2020 Leaders And Legends Ball Honoring LaFace Records
Atlanta’s music luminaries gathered Wednesday evening to honor the 30-year legacy of LaFace Records at YouTube Music’s 2020 Leaders & Legends Ball.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The star-studded event took place at the Atlanta History Center, with a slew of celebrities, including LaFace co-founders Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and Antonio “LA” Reid along with Monica, …
Read More »Antonio Brown Dropped By His Agent Until He Seeks Counseling
Antonio Brown’s agent Drew Rosenhaus has decided to drop the former Patriots receiver as a client as a result of the troubled athlete’s antics. In a letter to the NFLPA, Rosenhaus stated that he “would like to work with Brown, but not until he first gets help.” While the separation …
Read More »Issa Rae Opens Up About The Success of ‘Insecure’: ’I Do Long For The Days of Season 1’
Since the show “Insecure” has debuted, much success and light has come to Issa Rae’s life. Although success is substantial, Rae wishes she could sometimes go back to the beginning. “I do long for the days of Season 1, when nobody knew what we were, and nobody had expectations,” Rae …
Read More »The Cheesecake Factory Is Officially Releasing A Line of Ice Cream With Seven Flavors
The Cheesecake Factory has announced that they will be releasing a line of cheesecake ice cream that will include seven different flavors. The ice cream line will be a partnership with Wells Enterprises, Inc., the Le Mars, Iowa based ice cream manufacturer. The flavors will be modeled after their most …
Read More »Oprah Winfrey Reveals Why She Decided Against Marriage; Says She “Didn’t Want The Sacrifices”
Oprah Winfrey is once again speaking candidly about why she decided against marriage in her nearly 35-year relationship with partner Steadman Graham. According to Fox News, Winfrey shared her philosophy in an essay published in O Magazine. “I realized I didn’t actually want a marriage. I wanted to be asked,” Winfrey …
Read More »Robert Downey Jr. Talks Wearing Blackface In The Film ‘Tropic Thunder:’ “My Mother Was Horrified”
Robert Downey Jr. received an Oscar nomination for best supporting actor for his role in the 2008 satirical action-comedy, ”Tropic Thunder.” However, the actor was criticized for appearing in blackface for the role. The film was centered around a director who attempts to liven up a movie by placing the …
Read More »Mariah Carey, The Neptunes, And The Isley Brothers Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall Of Fame
This one seems “late,” but Mariah Carey is finally being inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Carey, who’s co-written 18 of her 19 No. 1 hit songs, such classics as “Vision of Love,” “Always Be My Baby, and “We Belong Together” is finally receiving her flowers from the Songwriters …
Read More »Issa Rae Opens Up About Her Oscar Nominations Joke, Lack of Female Representation in Hollywood and More
On Wednesday, HBO announced that the new season of “Insecure” will premier on April 12th, 2020, and released the first trailer for season 4 at the Television Critics Association. According to Deadline, Issa Rae, the creator, and star of the hit comedy, was joined by executive producer/writer/director Prentice Penny and …
Read More »BTS Upcoming Album “Map Of Soul: 7” Sells A Record 3.42 Million In First-Week Preorders
BTS’ new album has sold a record 3.42 million in just its first week of preorders. Last week, the South Korean pop music group announced it would be dropping its new album, ”Map of the Soul: 7,” which is set to drop on Feb. 21 and a single from the …
Read More »Tyler Perry Responds To Criticism About Not Having Writers’ Room; Reveals He Had One In The Past, But Ratings Dropped
While on a press run for his new Netflix movie “A Fall From Grace,” Tyler Perry responded to the recent backlash he faced after revealing he writes all his scripts by himself. Perry sat down with Essence News, where the interviewer brought up the absence of a writers’ room at …
Read More »The ”Beastie Boys Story” Is Coming To AppleTV in April
Apple has announced a documentary that will follow the career of Beastie Boys Story, the punk band turned hip-hop trio, which is often regarded as one of the most successful rap groups in hip-hop history. “Beastie Boys Story,” directed and written by Spike Jonze in collaboration with surviving members Mike …
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Regina King Shares How Producing ‘Shirley’ Empowered Her Resilience
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Unveiling the Groove: What to Expect From Je’Caryous Johnson’s “Super Freak: The Rick James Story” Starring Mint Condition’s Stokely
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Exclusive: Antonio Brown Discusses Recent Return to College and Finishing His Degree, Blocking Out Social Media Noise, and the Inaugural ‘AB Festival’
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Exclusive: Oprah, Taraji P. Henson and More Grace The Color Purple Premiere Carpet In LA [Videos]
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Dashing Through The Snow: Ludacris and Lil Rel Howery Talk Significance of Crafting the Perfect Feel-Good Holiday Film [Video]
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EXCLUSIVE: Singer Durand Bernarr Talks Growing Up With Supportive Parents, Working With Erykah Badu, His Musical Inspirations and More [Video]
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Exclusive: Issa Rae Admits She Initially Felt “a Bit Intimidated” When Learning She’d Be Portraying a Pregnant Spider-Woman in New Spider-Man Film [Video]
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EXCLUSIVE: Belly Talks New Album, His Respect for Hip Hop Culture, and How Beyoncé is the “Last of a Dying Breed”
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Starring Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Fantasia and More, ‘The Color Purple’ Trailer Unveils Fresh Interpretation of Alice Walker’s Classic Novel [Video]
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Exclusive: Mary J. Blige’s Second Annual Strength Of A Woman Festival & Summit Brought Out All The Stars
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Dreka Gates: Charting Her Own Path from Aspiring Doctor to Wellness Entrepreneur on The Baller Alert Show
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Hurricane Chris Opens Up About Overcoming Legal Battles and Eyes Future in Music and Acting – The Baller Alert Show
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Big Boogie Opens Up on Baller Alert Show: From Humble Beginnings to CMG Stardom, a Tale of Resilience and Loyalty
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Kaliii Opens Up About Personal Life and Career Aspirations on The Baller Alert Show
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The Baller Alert Show: PSC Hits the Studio Once More with T.I., Young Dro, Mac Boney, Kuntry King, and Killer Mike