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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 […]

Source: Steven Ferdman / Getty Fawn Weaver is the definition of a game-changer. As the founder and CEO of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, she didn’t just enter the spirits industry— she disrupted it. With no prior experience in whiskey or distilling, she built the fastest-growing American whiskey brand in U.S. history and best-selling African American founded spirit brand of all time. In the same breath, Weaver uncovered and amplified the […]

Source: Michael S. Schwartz / Getty We received big news in regards to one of the most legendary sitcoms of all-time this week. Continue reading to hear the news. This week (April 15th), BET+ announced that it has greenlit Varnell Hill, a workplace comedy series based on the beloved character from the original Martin series, which started Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold, Thomas Mikal Ford and Carl Anthony Payne. Iconic […]

Source: Netflix / Black Mirror / Issa Rae Issa Rae usually is one of those people who can do no wrong in most people’s eyes, unless she stars in an episode of the popular Netflix anthology series, Black Mirror. The Insecure creator is usually praised highly for her achievements or TV/film projects, but in this rare case, Rae’s performance in an episode of the new season of Black Mirror isn’t […]

Source: Monica Schipper / Getty Sheryl Lee Ralph is finally getting her official Hollywood flowers. The Emmy-winning actress, Broadway legend, and Abbott Elementary fan favorite received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on April 16, marking a well-deserved milestone in a career that has spanned decades. Sheryl received the 2,808th star ever given in the category of Television. Sheryl Lee Ralph Gets Her Star On The Hollywood Walk […]

Spotify is a dominant force in the music and audio streaming space and owns a large market share of users who enjoy the service. On Wednesday (April 16), however, Spotify found itself trending on X after users complained of the service going dark on them and sparking complaints. As of this writing, Spotify still appears to be down, and neither the Web nor mobile versions are working. We even tried […]