Celebrate the Apollo’s 85th anniversary with the newly released graphic novel “Showtime at the Apollo: The Story of Harlem’s World Famous Theater,” an adaptation of Ted Fox’s 1983 book of the same name. Illustrated by James Otis Smith, the novel shares the intricate history of the theater and its esteemed performers that have graced the […]
Amanda Seales’ first stand-up comedy special debuted Saturday night on HBO. The 37-year-old comedian, perhaps best known for starring as Issa Rae’s best friend in Insecure, speaks authentically about her journey as a Black woman in her new special, I Be Knowin’. “It’s important for Black women to make our own way, because if we […]
The official trailer for The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind has been released by Netflix, and it’s incredibly poignant. Based on the remarkable life of Malawian inventor William Kamkwamba, the film recounts how 13-year-old William, played by Maxwell Simba, used his inventive and curious mind to save his cherished village from famine. Nigerian-British actor Chiwetel […]
In his latest venture, John Leguizamo takes to the stage to give a lesson about the contributions of Latin heroes to the world. Using his own struggles as a father attempting to impart cultural pride in his son who is being bullied at school for being Latino, Leguizamo journeys through his intellectual and emotional pursuit […]
At only nine years old, Halle Moore discovered a passion for writing and has recently published her first book of poetry called “The Pages of Life.” Following her dreams at a young age, the Maryland resident tackles subjects such as feminism, politics, education, and spirituality in her debut collection. In an interview with Fox 5 […]
Google celebrates the first day of Black History Month with an illustration honoring abolitionist Sojourner Truth. Created by Loveis Wise, the doodle features the courthouse where Truth became the first African-American woman to win a lawsuit by fighting for her son’s freedom. Born approximately in 1797 as a slave in New York by the name […]
In honor of Black History Month, we’re bringing attention to the Black trailblazers who are making history today. Most recently, Nigerian-American filmmaker Chinonye Chukwu took home the Grand Jury Prize for her drama film Clemency at Sundance, which makes her the first Black woman to ever win the festival’s most prestigious honor. Clemency marks Chukwu’s […]
We’ve recently featured Marlon James’ eagerly anticipated new novel Black Leopard, Red Wolf on our curated list of literature by black authors that we’re most excited for this year. The book, which was only released days ago, will be adapted for the big screen by Warner Bros. and Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society. Black Leopard, […]
At only fourteen, Marsai Martin just made history as the youngest person ever to sign a first-look deal with Universal Studios. The Black-ish actress has commendable ambitions, and recently became Hollywood’s youngest executive producer with her upcoming movie Little. This exciting new deal with Universal will allow Martin to create original content under her Genius […]
As an artist who just won his fourth Grammy last night and has taken home nearly 200 awards throughout his prolific rap career, Drake offered an unexpectedly different view on the significance of such awards during his acceptance speech. When “God’s Plan” is announced as the winner for Best Rap Song, Drake is the only […]