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Source: Araya Doheny / Getty – Jaafar Jackson, the star of the upcoming ‘Michael’ biopic. Soon, fans will see 29-year-old Jaafar Jackson step into the life and legacy of his iconic uncle, Michael Jackson, when the highly anticipated biopic Michael arrives in theaters on April 24. On April 2, Jackson sat down for his first television interview on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle alongside Jenna Bush Hager and co-guest host […]

Source: Alain BENAINOUS / Getty Michael Jackson had a massive and lasting influence on the music community by transforming not just how music sounded, but how it was performed, marketed, and experienced. He redefined pop music by blending genres like R&B, rock, and funk into a universal sound that appealed to audiences across cultures, with albums like Thriller setting unprecedented records and standards for success. Beyond the music itself, he revolutionized the role […]

Jim McCrary Music fan everywhere will once again be getting an illuminating look into the life of Michael Jackson, universally recognized as the King of Pop, with the new biographical film aptly titled Michael. With Lionsgate at the helm, a budget estimated at $150 million, a noted director attached with Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, The Equalizer) and the title role being portrayed by MJ’s own nephew, rising star Jaafar Jackson, […]

Source: Reach Media / Radio One R&B powerhouse Tamar Braxton recently stopped by The D.L. Hughley Show, sitting down with hosts D.L. Hughley and Jasmine Sanders for a conversation filled with laughter, candid reflections, and plenty of playful shade. The beloved reality TV queen and Grammy-nominated singer held nothing back as she discussed her thriving career, her deep family roots, and the musical legacy she shares with her sisters. The […]

Source: The Jason Lee Show / The Jason Lee Show There are people who report on the culture… and then there are people who move the culture. Jason Lee has somehow managed to do both while building a media empire, stepping into politics, launching a new show with BET, and yes, still trying to figure out this thing called love. Radio/TV personality Jazmyn Summers caught up with Lee for Radio One.  He was as unfiltered as […]

In developing news, Offset was reportedly shot near a Florida casino on Monday (April 6), and there are rumors that Lil Tjay was also injured in a shooting. As the facts tumble in, we can say that Offset is said to be recovering and in stable condition. According to a breaking report from TMZ, Offset was shot near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in the town of Hollywood. […]

Source: John Nacion / Getty Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi is leveling up. The rapper is currently filming Doe in Los Angeles, marking his first time directing a feature-length movie—and he’s not just calling the shots from behind the camera. He’s also taking on the lead role in a story that digs deep into addiction, survival, and the realities of life on the margins. According to Deadline, the film centers on […]

Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty John Legend is making some changes. No, not in his music, but in his management. He’s leaving manager Ty Siklorious after almost 20 years. But it’s not all bad news for Legend or Siklorious. He’s heading to Roc Nation, and per the Hollywood Reporter, which first shared the news, she’ll continue to be his partner in both his for-profit and non-profit endeavors. Siklorious helped the […]

Paul Archuleta / Jonathan Majors Jonathan Majors’ Hollywood comeback fell out of a window with him, literally. Deadline obtained exclusive video of Jonathan Majors accidentally falling out of a window while filming his untitled Daily Wire and Bonfire Legend’s produced action flick. The video shared by the website came out as the crew on the film’s set went on strike, claiming unsafe working conditions. In the clip that is circulating on social […]