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Source: LISA O’CONNOR / Getty Beyoncé fans know to sometimes expect surprises from the superstar, such as dropping her self-titled album with no promotion in 2013, discussing her struggles with her husband’s infidelity openly on Lemonade in 2016, and appearing alongside Channing Tatum on Lip Sync Battle. But even diehard Bey fans weren’t ready for Jay-Z popping up at the end of her Cowboy Carter tour shows in Paris. Near the end […]

Derek White You may know Egypt Sherrod from years of dominating urban radio, or more recently flipping properties alongside her husband Mike Jackson on the fan-favorite HGTV series, Married to Real Estate. However, her path to stardom wasn’t without mentorship— it hinged on a singular moment of trust and belief from media powerhouse and our very own founder, Cathy Hughes. Egypt was simply a budding star, juggling aspirations and a […]

Source: John Parra / Getty Jussie Smollett is officially off the market since proposing to his boyfriend Jabari Redd.  The actor has been with his partner for a long time now and decided to make things official over the weekend, sharing how it all went down with an Instagram post. The carousel captures the exact moment Smollett took a knee and flashed the ring box to Redd. In the following […]

Source: Cr8 Agency / CR8 Agency The rumors are true: Over 25 years after their 1st history-making duet, R&B legends Brandy & Monica are finally hitting the road…TOGETHER! On Tuesday (June 24), the soulful duo appeared on CBS Mornings to officially announce their first-ever co-headlining tour this fall. The tour is appropriately titled after their Grammy-winning track, “The Boy Is Mine,” which spent a record-breaking 13 weeks at #1 on […]

Source: Melissa Nyomi Stoll / Melshotya The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) 2025 lit up Miami with a vibrant celebration of Black creativity, storytelling, and cultural power. From gripping documentaries to fresh television series, the festival highlighted the brilliance and resilience of Black artists across film and television. Radio and TV personality Jazmyn Summers was on the scene for Radio One, catching up with some of the stars who helped make this […]

Source: Gie Knaeps / Getty After years of unwanted encounters and frightening break-ins, Eminem can finally rest easier knowing that the man who has repeatedly invaded his privacy is headed to prison for a very long time. Matthew David Hughes, 32, has been sentenced to serve between 18 and 37.5 years behind bars following his conviction for multiple offenses tied to his obsession with the rapper. On June 17, a […]

Source: Kevin Winter / Getty Cardi B is building anticipation for a major reveal, taking to Instagram on June 23 to share a cryptic video and message that has fans buzzing. The 32-year-old rapper hinted at a big announcement set for tomorrow, posting a dramatic video filled with intense imagery and bold declarations. In the clip, Cardi reflects on the past seven years of her journey, saying, “Seven years and […]

Kevin Mazur Beyoncé fans at Paris’ Stade de France got more than they bargained for during the final night of her three-date Cowboy Carter Tour stop, a surprise appearance by none other than Jay-Z. The June 22nd show marked the first time The Carters shared the stage in concert since 2018’s Global Citizen Festival, Mandela 100 in Johannesburg. The crowd went crazy when Hov joined his wife for their 2003 […]

Source: Nina Westervelt / Getty When Solange Knowles steps into the room, best believe she clears it. Our favorite Saint Heron founder and curator recently graced Houston’s historic Eldorado Ballroom with her presence. And let’s just say, sis did not disappoint. Giving us flawless fashion, effortless style, and luxury vibes, Solange had all the girls gagging. So, let’s get into the details. RELATED: 5 Things We Learned From Solange Knowles’ […]