Jaro Media’s upcoming series Silver & Gold has steadily let potential fans and viewers into its world. Poster art, an official synopsis, and previous teasers have introduced us to a diverse cast of characters including the leading protagonists whom the series, described as a “caper” by Jaro Media executives, will follow. It seems, however, that […]
Howard University’s Moorland-Spingarn Research Center recently announced that the International Black Writers Festival is returning for the first time since 1983. From October 5-8th, the festival will be held on Howard’s campus grounds. Guest speakers will include Ta-Nehisi Coates, Clint Smith, Sonia Sanchez, Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, Bibi Barake, and more. The festival’s mission statement reads: “To […]
Chrishonda Benson has collaborated with her 9-year-old daughter Mariah to form a unique collection of back-to-school items with Black representation at the forefront. Created through their company Pretty Dope Society, their mission is “to fill the representation void in the retail world with items that look, feel, and inspire us, our kids, communities, and our […]
Peanuts Worldwide is supporting Black animators at HBCUs with a new $100,000 endowment project, reports Black Enterprise. In 1968, the first Black character, Franklin Armstrong, was introduced to the legendary comic strip Peanuts by its creator Charles M. Schulz. With setback from the studio, Schulz stood his ground and threatened to quit working on Peanuts […]
After many months which saw the platform hype the project with a series of visual teasers, posters, and stills, Jaro Media has finally announced the official release date for their first platform branded original series ‘Silver & Gold’. The Alonge Hawes created digital series will premiere with a special two episode launch on Tuesday, October […]
The 45-year-old Award-winning actress Kerry Washington has announced that her first memoir titled THICKER THAN WATER will be released by Little, Brown Spark on September 26th. “Writing a memoir is, by far, the most deeply personal project I have ever taken on,” Washington revealed to PEOPLE in an interview. “I hope that readers will receive […]
At the 54th annual NAACP Image Awards, Gabrielle Union-Wade and Dwayne Wade received the President’s Award in honor of their philanthropic work and ongoing support of the LGBTQIA community. Their 15-year-old daughter, Zaya Wade, came out as transgender in 2020, and the Wades have been in full support of Zaya’s transition. Just one day prior […]
Currently, the iconic band New Edition is embarking on their second U.S. tour within the span of a year. Following their “Culture Tour,” which ran from February to April 2022, New Edition recently hit the road once again for the “Legacy Tour.” The 30-city tour is in collaboration with The Black Promoters Collective. “Legacy Tour” […]
Actor, singer, and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte died Tuesday at 96. Regarded as one of the most successful Caribbean-American musicians in history, Belafonte was a trailblazer as an artist, performer, and activist. He was one of the first Black leading men in Hollywood as he gained recognition during the 1950s and 1960s. Belafonte was […]
Quinta Brunson, the creator and star of “Abbott Elementary,” is actively supporting WGA members in their ongoing battle against the AMPTP. As the strike enters its fourth week and the consequences start affecting writers, Brunson emphasizes the importance of staying resilient. While joining the picket lines, Brunson acknowledges the impact of the strike on people’s […]