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Source: Walt Disney Company / Walt Disney Company Two decades after Hurricane Katrina drowned New Orleans and exposed deep cracks in America’s disaster response and racial divide, Black Panther director Ryan Coogler is helping to tell the story like it’s never been told before. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker has teamed up with Oscar-winning producers Simon and Jonathan Chinn (Searching for Sugar Man) and director Traci A. Curry (Attica) for Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time, a five-part National Geographic docuseries that […]

Source: Radio One / Urban One Kirk Franklin, the Grammy award-winning pioneer of contemporary gospel music, graced the Urban 1 Summit with undeniable charisma and thought-provoking insights during an exclusive interview. Known for his groundbreaking approach to blending faith with modern sounds, Franklin’s contributions have revolutionized gospel music and brought it to global audiences. Highlighting his latest creative endeavors, Franklin revealed his inspiration for experimenting with Afrobeats in his upcoming […]

Source: Ben Pruchnie / Getty The world of professional wrestling mourns the loss of one of its most iconic figures, Hulk Hogan, who passed away at the age of 71. The WWE legend, known for his larger-than-life persona and unparalleled contributions to the sport, died early Thursday morning at his Clearwater, Florida home following a cardiac arrest, as reported by TMZ. Born Terry Gene Bollea, Hulk Hogan transformed professional wrestling […]

Source: R1 Digital / R1 Tamar Braxton stopped through the Urban 1 Summit, shared insights into her latest projects, personal evolution, and reflections on her prolific career. The singer and reality TV icon didn’t hold back, offering a rare glimpse into her world.gospel music and brought it to global audiences. Reflecting on her career, Braxton teased fans with news of her upcoming project. Partnering with longtime collaborator Tricky Stewart, she […]

Source: R1 Digital / R1 At the Urban 1 Summit, Grammy-nominated singer Giveon sat down for an intimate interview, offering fans a glimpse into the artistry behind his latest album, Beloved, and sharing personal anecdotes that make his music so relatable. The album, which Giveon described as “expansive, classy, lush, and luxe,” is a reflection of his growth as both an artist and a man. The title, Beloved, holds a […]

FOX Fans of beloved actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner have been in an emotional standstill over the past 72 hours following news of his untimely death as a result of drowning in a rip current off the coast of Costa Rica this past Sunday (July 20). A few new details have come to light in the days since, and let’s just say the situation could’ve been way more detrimental than it already […]

Source: Paras Griffin / Getty In a recent podcast, Jermaine Dupri shared his thoughts on the breakup of Migos and said he believes Quavo and Offset are better as a duo than on their own. “The Migos breaking up was a bad situation for Atlanta,” he said. “They was moving, and I think they’re better together anyway, me personally.” He also spoke about how shocked he was when Takeoff died, […]

Source: IMAX Entertainment / EPK TV For the first time in history, Prince’s iconic concert film, Prince – Sign O’ The Times, is making its way to IMAX theaters worldwide. Beginning August 29, 2025, fans will have the rare opportunity to experience this legendary performance in an entirely new way. Early access showtimes will also be available on August 28, 2025, for those eager to get a premier view of […]

Vinnie Zuffante A little over a decade ago, habitual media mogul 50 Cent officially dived into the television biz by producing a crime drama series on Starz we know and love today as Power. Following an epic six-season run spanning from 2014 to 2020, the “Power Universe” was born and led to two spinoffs (Power Book II: Ghost, Power Book IV: Force) and a prequel series (Power Book III: Raising […]