Sunday’s BET Awards 17 did not disappoint during any moment, from the glamorous pre-show red carpet to the exciting live telecast held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Saturday Night Live star Leslie Jones was killin’ it as the hilarious hostess of the beautiful evening that celebrated African-American accomplishments in entertainment and sports. If there…
It’s no secret that the US is divided into red and blue states. And while it’s true that the ultimate goal for each party is to swing a state into their favor, history tells us that rarely happens. So why are Democrats so eager, willing—and at times overconfident in their ability—to win red states…
“We ’bout to have some fun in here!” Host Leslie Jones started her opening monologue for the 2017 BET Awards with that enthusiastic cry and she was right. The next four hours were very fun. There were also some moving moments, many stellar performances, and much well-deserved recognition of talent. As host, Leslie killed it.…
Halle Berry’s ex appears to have moved on. The model was spotted with actress Charlize Theron at the Santa Monica Pier in May. Berry’s baby daddy and the Oscar winner have reportedly been dating for months, after meeting at the school both of their children attend. Sources close to the couple say that while the…
Although she has hinted at it for several episodes on the family reality TV show Keeping Up With The Kardashians, no one saw this one coming so soon. On Wednesday, June 21st, Kim Kardashian West announced that her new beauty line KKW would drop, and it has. There was something else, however, that also grabbed headlines…
Has there been a more highly anticipated birth in history? Ever since the announcement that Beyoncé was pregnant with twins and her internet-breaking iconic photoshoot in February, the world has been anticipating the day Blue Ivy would become a big sister and the power family would become a party of five. The Beyhive has been buzzing…
Ever since its first show in 2001, the BET Awards remain one of the hottest music events of the year. Every summer, fans all over the nation get to watch their favorite artists (new and classic) perform and receive the coveted BET Award Trophy on the Black Entertainment Television network. This year’s show will honor both…
2017 has certainly been an eventful year in entertainment and in celebrating the achievements of black people in music, film, and sports, the BET Awards has something for everyone. This year’s show takes place on June 25, 2017. Beyoncé leads the list of nominees with seven nods and she’ll be competing with sister Solange in two…
On Friday night, Marvel released the first trailer for the widely anticipated Black Panther film. As expected, it features stunning cinematography, epic action scenes, and some great music. The action flick stars Chadwick Boseman as T’Challa, the Black Panther. There is also a seriously star-studded ensemble cast, including: Michael B. Jordan, Sterling K. Brown, Lupita Nyong’o, Forest Whitaker, Danai…
No examination of African American history and culture would be complete without a look at music. Gospel music, spirituals, blues, jazz, and R&B all weave a rich tapestry of history. The acapella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock has been using that historical foundation for more than 40 years. Their music is sublime, but they…
