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According to TMZ, Tekashi69 has copped a plea.  In recently unsealed federal documents, the rainbow-haired rapper pleaded guilty to nine counts, from racketeering and firearm offenses to conspiracy and narcotics trafficking.  While further details regarding 6ix9ine’s sentencing – in relation to his recent plea- remain unclear, the rapper had been …

A new film “The Power Of Love” is coming to the big screen, inspired by Celine Dion’s life.  French studio Gaumont announced Thursday that its upcoming Celine Dion project, which will be predominantly in French, will not be a biopic per se, but a fictional “homage” that draws heavily from …

After the quiet breakup between “Black Ink Crew: Chicago” stars, #Phor and #NikkiNicole, it appears the Chicago-bred entrepreneur may have moved on to bigger and better things. In a recent video clip, posted by Atlanta’s Vlive club, Nikki was spotted in the club, boo’d up with none other than the …

Just days after “Empire” star Jussie Smollett was targeted in a brutal racial and homophobic attack, the actor and LGBTQ activist is finally speaking out about the traumatic incident.  In an exclusive statement to ESSENCE, Smollett provided an update on his condition, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support and reiterated …

It wasn’t an easy road for Tyler Perry, but it was all worth it. From humble beginnings, putting on stage plays to own his own production company. Tyler’s success was not overnight. Variety sat with the actor/director to look back at his long adventure into stardom.  Little do many realize, …

Actress Tichina Arnold says every Black man in America needs to check out her upcoming movie “The Last Black Man in San Francisco.” Arnold is the multi-talented woman who helped bring us some of our best laughs from projects like “Martin” and “Everybody Hates Chris.” Now, as she’s gearing up …

The horrifying viral video of Jasmine Eiland being sexually assaulted in an #Atlanta nightclub has served some purpose, with help from the local community. Dominique Williams surrendered to police after an aggravated sodomy warrant was issued. He is currently being held without bond. Atlanta Police Special Victims Unit investigators are …

Former NFL Star Brandon Browner pled no contest in December to attempted murder for brutally beating his ex-girlfriend in front of her two children, and was later sentenced to 8 years in prison. But since then, Browner has ditched his old attorney for the famous #OJSimpson prosecutor, Chris Darden, and now, …

In a recent interview with The Washington Post, Dan Gasby, husband of well-known restauranteur and lifestyle guru B. Smith – who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2013 – opened up about his “new normal” as a caregiver for his wife and boyfriend to his live-in girlfriend, Alex Lernar.  However, …

Colin Kaepernick’s lawyer says NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is lying about NFL teams not choosing Kaep because of his skill, or lack thereof. Earlier this week, Goodell was questioned why Kaepernick didn’t appear on any NFL rosters, to which he replied, “I’ve said it many times—privately, publicly—that our clubs are …

Despite the never-ending feud between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B, BET is determined to have the biggest, most successful, and equally relevant artists to kick off its annual BET weekend; So they’ve summoned the two current queens of rap for the job.  According to the BET, both, Cardi B and …

AARP interviewed Chaka Khan, who was candid about her disdain for today’s music industry. With almost 50 years in the game and ten Grammy wins, Chaka has seen the good, the bad, and the ugly. Compared to what she’s bared witness to, these days aren’t getting any better and simply …

On Wednesday, Boston Celtics guard Jabari Bird was slapped with two more charges in connection to a domestic violence incident with his girlfriend last year.  In the incident, which occurred on September 7th, officials said Bird attacked his girlfriend inside his Massachusetts apartment and terrorized her by choking, kicking and …

Earlier this month, Netflix released its highly-anticipated Fyre Festival documentary, “Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened,” which detailed the events leading up to and after Billy McFarland’s failed Fyre Festival of 2017.  Upon the premiere, the documentary, which featured interviews with McFarland’s associates, including the employees involved in his …

There are two new developments in the vicious racist and homophobic attack against “Empire” star, Jussie Smollett, as cops have confirmed to ABC News that they have located video of the “rope like a necktie” draped around the actor’s neck.  The video was captured by his building’s surveillance cameras as …

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is getting bombarded with questions as to why #ColinKaepernick isn’t on an NFL roster; But, Goodell says no team believes Kaepernick will help them win. Goodell claims it’s not about what Kaepernick stands for that’s keeping him from the field but rather the talent he brings to …

Last night, Beyonce launched her ‘Greenprint Project’ through a grassroots social media campaign, with husband Jay-Z right by her side, in support of the initiative that aims to encourage the integration of plant-based foods in our daily diet.  And of course, with any real challenge, a reward is imminent. So for …

Michael B.Jordan and Oprah worked together to bring a new series to life. “David Makes Man” is the latest show to join the OWN Network family. The 10-episode feature is inspired by “Moonlight” writer, Tarell Alvin McCraney’s life. David, who is played by Akili McDowell, is a young 14-year-old boy …

This summer, Disney will officially endorse a Gay Pride event for the first time ever, at France’s #Disneyland Paris. ‘The Magical Pride Celebration’ will have its inaugural event on June 1, 2019, and will feature the Magical March of Diversity Parade as a continued effort to support the LGBTQ communities …

A New Mexico man is charged with raping three children in a week and sexually assaulting his own 13-year-old daughter was discharged on bail twice by the same judge prior to being detained a third time on Monday following a statewide chase.  Raymond Hernandez, 29, was initially taken into custody …