Entertainment

Source: General / Radio One Around the world, people use Cash App daily for money transfers and transactions both small and large. And while most send and receive money without issue, an incident that took place two years ago put the private data of millions at risk, according to a class action lawsuit. RELATED: Diddy Quietly Drops $60 Million Sean John Lawsuit RELATED: 50 Cent Taunts Former Drug Lord Over […]

Source: Variety / Getty On August 7, 1951, the world welcomed “Abbott Elementary” star William Stanford Davis. The versatile actor’s career has spans decades and his dedication to the craft is finally being celebrated in his role as Abbott Elementary’s beloved custodian, Mr. Johnson. Celebrate his birthday with our favorite Mr. Johnson moments inside. To honor Davis’ birthday, we reflect on his journey and contributions to film, television, and theater. […]

Source: NBC / Getty Netflix is taking us back to the Hillman College days with a brand-new sequel to the beloved series, A Different World. Originally airing from 1987 to 1993, the show followed Denise Huxtable (Lisa Bonet) as she navigated college life and eventually focused on her friends and classmates after her departure. Now, three decades later, fans are ecstatic to hear that the iconic series could be making […]

Source: Prince Williams / Getty David Mann has been bringing the laughter for years. The gospel artist and comedian, best known for his portrayal of Mr. Brown in Tyler Perry’s stage plays and films, began making people laugh in the early 2000s, winning viewers over with his eccentric taste in fashion, ashy knees, and witty responses. Mann, He’s Funny: David Mann’s Funniest Moments While he’s Mr. Brown to many, Mann […]

Source: Jarell Finley/Golden State Entertainment To call the late James Baldwin an icon in literature, a legend when it comes to activism and/or a godfather to the civil rights movement would be understatements in describing the true impact that he left on Black culture. To read his debut novel, the 1953 semi-autobiographical masterpiece Go Tell It on the Mountain, is to dive into the mind of a then-29-year-old NYC native […]

Source: Maryland Heights Police / Maryland Heights Police Rapper Nelly has landed in hot water following a recent arrest. CBS affiliate KRCG reports that the “Hot In Herre” MC was arrested at 4:45 am early Wednesday morning (Aug. 7) near his hometown of St. Louis, according to police reports. The 49-year-old rapper, whose birth name is Cornell Haynes II, was busted for possession of four ecstasy pills and for not having insurance. […]

Source: Houston Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers via Getty Images / Getty Black Hollywood is full of accomplished, talented, and gorgeous celebrity sisters who have uniquely made their mark upon this world. These fabulous siblings inspire many with their fashions, star power, and unbreakable bonds. While we love to see them team up for a sister-style slay or collaboration, their individuality is evident. But no matter their paths, they share a special bond […]

Source: Marsha B. / Marsha B. Hold onto your edges; Mercury, the planet of communication, stationed retrograde on Monday, August 5. This is the second retrograde for the year, ending roughly three weeks from now on August 28. It will be followed by a two-week post-shadow phase still tainted with the planet’s energy. This time around, Mercury will bounce between Virgo and Leo, activating the strategic, organized, and analytical side […]

Source: Getty / Getty The world of entertainment is full of multi-talented individuals who excel in more than one field. Among them, several iconic singers have made a notable mark in the acting world, showcasing their versatility and talent beyond music. From emotional dramas to powerful performances, legendary singers like the great Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, the late great Whitney Houston, and Chlöe Bailey have successfully transitioned to acting and […]