On Tuesday, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers announced that Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, and D-Nice would be the recipients of the “Voice of the Culture Award” at the 2021 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards. After receiving the “Voice of the Culture” award on June 22 for their VERZUZ and Club Quarantine contributions during quarantine, the three …
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Prince Harry Said Meghan Markle Didn’t Act On Suicidal Thoughts Because Of Fear Of His Pain
In the new documentary series The Me You Can’t See, Prince Harry opened up to Oprah Winfrey about why his wife didn’t act on her suicidal thoughts while pregnant with son Archie. “The thing that stopped her from seeing it through was how unfair it would be on me after everything that had happened to …
Read More »Lady Gaga Reveals She Was Raped and Impregnated at 19
In a tearful interview, Lady Gaga says she became pregnant at 19 after a music producer raped her. During her interview on Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry’s show “The Me You Can’t See,” the 35-year-old award-winning singer says she suffered a “total psychotic break” as a result of the trauma. …
Read More »Prince Harry Says Mother’s Death Led Him To Doing Drugs And Drinking; Accuses Royal Family Of ‘Total Neglect’
Prince Harry opened up about how his mother’s death led him to drink and use drugs, and he accuses the royals of “total neglect.” One thing about Harry, he’s not for none when it comes to his Mama. In a new interview with Oprah Winfrey, the prince detailed his dark …
Read More »Palace Aides Reportedly Pushing For Harry And Meghan To Give Up Their Royal Titles
Senior aides at Buckingham Palace are reportedly pushing for Prince Harry to give up his title after quitting his royal duties last year. According to Page Six, the aides are complaining. They feel it’s high time for Harry and his wife Meghan Markle to give up their royal titles. The …
Read More »Student Reporter Who Interviewed Former President Barack Obama At The White House Dies At 23
The family of the student reporter who gained national acclaim after he interviewed President Barack Obama at the White House in 2009 announced that he died of natural causes. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Damon Weaver was 23 at the time of his passing on May 1. His sister confirmed …
Read More »A Mike Tyson Docuseries is Coming to ABC
ABC News will air a new documentary series on the rise to fame of boxer Mike Tyson, as well as all that has happened since. In the first trailer for Mike Tyson: The Knockout, a voiceover says, “Mike is a complicated individual.” Starting with his upbringing in Brooklyn, New York, …
Read More »Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture Will Reopen May 14
After being shut down for some time now, the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) and other Smithsonian museums will reopen in May. The NMAAHC and other museums were shut down in 2020 due to the pandemic. The Smithsonian Institution released a statement announcing the reopening of …
Read More »“The Talk” Returns This Week With Sheryl Underwood And Their First Discussion is About Race
“The Talk“ returned on Monday and immediately jumped into a discussion about race. It was the first new episode since Sharon Osbourne exited the CBS daytime talk show after a tense argument with fellow cohost Sheryl Underwood over Osbourne’s support for Piers Morgan. Morgan’s derogatory remarks following Prince Harry and …
Read More »Prince Harry “Planning to Attend” Prince Philip’s Funeral Alone, Meghan Markle Will Not Attend
Prince Harry will attend the funeral of his grandfather Prince Philip alone, as his wife, Meghan Markle, who is pregnant with the couple’s second child, has been advised by her doctor not to fly to the U.K. According to People.com, Buckingham Palace confirmed the news through a royal spokesperson saying, “The …
Read More »Morgan Freeman Says “If You Trust Me, You’ll Get The Vaccine”
Morgan Freeman is urging people receive the COVID-19 vaccine in a new public service announcement. The 83-year-old “Invictus” actor appeared in a commercial in collaboration with the Creative Coalition and the National Blue Ribbon Task Force titled “Be There. This Is Your Shot.” He acknowledged that people tend to follow …
Read More »Hulu Gets Green Light To Debut “The 1619 Project” On The History Of Slavery
Hulu is set to create a documentary series based on The New York Times, “The 1619 Project,” which explores the history of slavery in the United States and its longstanding impact on American life. According to Engadget, Roger Ross Williams, the first African American director to win an Oscar, will …
Read More »Piers Morgan Defends Sharon Osbourne’s Departure From CBS’ “The Talk”
Piers Morgan is defending his friend Sharon Osbourne’s decision to leave “The Talk.” On Friday, news broke that the 68-year-old TV personality left the CBS show following her on-air racism debate with co-host Sheryl Underwood. On Saturday, Morgan posted a tweet in support of Osbourne. “What’s happened to @MrsSOsbourne is …
Read More »Celebrating Black Excellence: Top Moments From The 52nd Annual NAACP Awards
Saturday night was the 52nd NAACP Awards, where Black excellence was honored and highlighted. Hosted by comedian Anthony Anderson, the star-studded night was filled with awards, performances, and activism – honoring the Black lives lost to injustice in 2020 and making a call for change. And while it highlighted hardships …
Read More »Sharon Osbourne Going ‘All The Way’ In Lawsuit Against CBS
Sharon Osbourne plans to file a lawsuit against CBS after being forced to leave The Talk over her defense of her friend Piers Morgan. The Daily Mail reported Sunday that Osbourne plans to take the network “all the way” for damages due to her exit. She will also be seeking compensation for the remaining two years of …
Read More »Master P’s Son, Hercy Miller, Commits To Tennessee State University To “Change The Narrative” About HBCUS
Hercy Miller, son of Master P, announced on Friday his decision to play basketball at Tennessee State University (TSU) despite receiving offers from several other more prominent schools, such as UCLA, USC, and Vanderbilt. Miller’s college decision comes during a time where many other Black athletes are choosing to attend …
Read More »Sharon Osbourne Leaves ‘The Talk’ Following Accusations Of Racism
Following her controversial debate with co-host Sheryl Underwood, Sharon Osbourne has decided to leave the CBS talk show, “The Talk.” “Sharon Osbourne has decided to leave The Talk,” read a statement. “The events of the March 10 broadcast were upsetting to everyone involved, including the audience watching at home. As …
Read More »Ones To Watch: Baller Alert’s Top 10 Teens Who Are Killin’ The Game
Gen Z is taking over the game from TikTok to Hollywood to activisim. Here Baller Alert has put together a list of teens to watch as they continue to kill it in their respective industries. Marsai Martin, 16 Not only is Marsai an incredible actor, known for her role on …
Read More »Piers Morgan Is Still Talking About Meghan Markle On Twitter
Piers Morgan is still taking shots at Meghan Markle and her marriage following her interview with Oprah Winfrey. The TV host is standing firm on his stance that he does not believe many of her claims made in the interview, despite the immense backlash he has received. On Monday, he …
Read More »Own Announces ‘Iyanla Fix My Life’ Will Be Airing Its Last Season This Spring
The popular show ‘Iyanla Fix My Life’ is coming to an end after OWN wraps up one of its longest-running series with final episodes airing this spring. “The minute Iyanla stepped onto the stage of The Oprah Show, I knew she had a talent that was meant to be shared, …
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