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Source: Daniel LEAL / AFP / Daniel LEAL / AFP The lawsuit filed by Drake against Universal Music Group was amended Wednesday (April 16) to include a new complaint, specifically that the music label used Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy wins and his Super Bowl halftime show performance of “Not Like Us” to promote the single and damage his reputation further. The new addition makes the suit 107 pages in total to […]

Source: River Callaway / Getty Let’s be clear: Black women have always set the standard in the fashion and beauty industries. From the regal gold adornments of our African ancestors to the street style of the B-Girls of Brooklyn and the Sunday flair from First Ladies, we are the blueprint. Our creativity, innovation, and swagger has been borrowed, imitated, and exploited without credit. We don’t just follow trends, we create […]

Source: Courtesy of Tashera Simmons / Courtesy of Tashera Simmons Tashera Simmons, best known as the ex-wife of the late rapper DMX, has spent years forging her own identity outside the shadow of her famous ex-husband. An author, speaker, and advocate, she has dedicated herself to sharing her personal transformation through faith, self-reinvention, and healing. In her latest memoir, Dying to Self, she opens up about her struggles, triumphs, and […]

Aeon As the uphill battle towards a healthy and free life for Wendy Williams continues on with no real resolution in sight, many are left wondering what will become of the once-beloved daytime television queen’s legacy. On the upside though, it now appears that any future updates will be coming straight from Wendy herself after she made a surprising return to Instagram earlier this week with a clear message in […]

Source: Astrida Valigorsky / Getty Keyshia Cole Announces “The Way It Is” 20th Anniversary Tour with Star-Studded Lineup Keyshia Cole is hitting the road to celebrate 20 years of her debut album The Way It Is, and she’s bringing some major names along for the ride. The Grammy-nominated R&B powerhouse just announced her The Way It Is 20th Anniversary Tour, set to be one of the most nostalgic and exciting […]

Source: Amy Sussman / Getty Michael Ealy is finally stepping into a role fans have long envisioned for him—Malcolm X. He will portray the legendary Civil Rights leader in Amazon MGM Studios’ upcoming limited series The Greatest, which chronicles the life of boxing icon Muhammad Ali. Read more inside. While Ealy’s role as Malcolm X is recurring, it marks the first time the Reasonable Doubt and Power Book II: Ghost actor will bring the revolutionary […]

Source: Jeff Cravotta / Dance Theatre of Harlem Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) wrapped up a triumphant return to New York City Center, with four bold, high-energy performances that reflected both the company’s storied past and its boundary-pushing future. Spanning three days, the company offered a thrilling blend of premieres and cherished repertory works, drawing packed houses and enthusiastic ovations. Highlights included the world premiere of Passage of Being by Jodie Gates, company […]

Source: Matt Winkelmeyer / Getty Thermal, , CA – April 2025 —As Coachella took over the desert, the real magic unfolded long after the last mainstage beat dropped. This year’s most coveted afterparties—NYLON House and Neon Carnival—delivered unforgettable nights of music, beauty, and celebrity-studded scenes. The turn up continues this weekend at Coachella. NYLON House: Under the Sea, Over the Top Presented by Ulta Beauty, NYLON House returned to Maraza with a dazzling “Deep Dive” theme that turned the […]

Source: Christopher Polk / Getty Tracee Ellis Ross is like the rest of us – trying to figure single life out. The actress and mega-star joined Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson on their new podcast, IMO, this week to talk about dating, and the conversation felt like scrolling through your group chat. We’re talking jokes, knowledge gems, and that mix of “sad but true” moments you’d only share with your […]