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Richard Pryor Jr. hopes crowdfunding will help improve his dire situation
October 15, 2021 | No Comments Richard Pryor Jr. and his sister Rain Pryor, two of the children of comic legend Richard Pryor (Photo by Raymond Hagans for rolling out) Richard Pryor Jr., the son of the late legendary comedian Richard Pryor, has fallen on hard times since the dawn of the pandemic and he’s petitioning the public to help him through the rough patch in his life.
Netflix's trans employees revolt after brass defends Dave Chappelle
October 14, 2021 | No Comments Dave Chappelle (Photo source: Twitter – @davechappelle) Some Netflix employees who believe that Dave Chappelle spewed virulent anti-LBGTQ rhetoric in “The Closer” concert are revolting as the CEO continues to back the embattled comedian. Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos tried to douse the fire by defending Chappelle but it appears that has only managed to fan the flames of discontent with his subordinates.
50 Cent calls Lil Kim a 'leprechaun,' and she fires back (video)
October 13, 2021 | No Comments Lil’ Kim (Photo credit: Bang Media) Rapper 50 Cent, the nation’s premiere troller and online bully, has stuck his verbal needle into another celebrity victim. This time, Fifty took aim at 90s rap legend Lil Kim once again after he saw a video of her and then compared her to a grotesque film character. Talking to his 27 million Instagram followers on Wednesday, Oct.
Roby Mercharles shares 7 ingredients to secure Famous Amos’ $150K entrepreneurship grant
October 13, 2021 | No Comments Photo courtesy of Roby Mercharles Famous Amos is giving small Black businesses the opportunity to build more sustainable growth through the “Ingredients for Success” intiative. In honor of Wally Amos, Famous Amos is partnering with the National Black Chamber of Commerce to give $150K in support of these businesses. The money will be split between three winners. Roby Mercharles is serving as one of the judges on the panel for this initiative.
Twitter outraged that Fat Joe says DaBaby is the Tupac of today
October 13, 2021 | No Comments DaBaby (Photo credit: Bang Media) We should have known that when Big Tigger announced the return of BET’s fabled show, “Rap City,” there was going to be some fireworks. And celebrity guest Fat Joe did not disappoint. During the interview, Tigger, the host, and Fat Joe engaged in a word association game where he listed a legendary emcee and asked Joe to name a modern version of that rapper. Tigger asked Joe who is the Tupac of today.
Keith Swift brings experience to his eye candy role in new Tyler Perry series
October 12, 2021 | No Comments Keith Swift (Photo credit: Q11 Photography) Tyler Perry is known for casting some of Black Hollywood’s most beautiful undiscovered talent, but his latest release, “All the Queen’s Men” takes this predilection to new heights.
Lil Baby and friends set to perform at State Farm Arena in huge holiday concert
October 12, 2021 | No Comments State Farm Arena – Photo Credit Jonell Whitt AG Entertainment Touring presents the grand finale of the Lil Baby & Friends tour featuring Lil Baby and Special Surprise Guests Sunday, Dec. 12 at the award-winning State Farm Arena. Show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets go-on sale this Friday, October 15th at 10 am. All ticket prices are subject to applicable fees. Tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com.
Comedian Damon Wayans says Dave Chappelle 'freed' comedians from slavery
October 12, 2021 | No Comments Dave Chappelle (Photo credit: Bang Media) More than a week after Dave Chappelle’s controversial special, “The Closer,” aired on Netflix, a debate is still raging about whether the elite jokester should be cancelled for his allegedly homophobic comments. “Dear White People” showrunner, Jaclyn Moore, refuses to work for the streaming service in protest of Chappelle’s words regarding the LBGTQ community.
Issa Rae told to add White characters to her show so people would 'care'
October 9, 2021 | No Comments Issa Rae (Photo by Image Press Agency via Bang Media) Issa Rae recently reflected on her journey to becoming the renowned actress, writer and producer that she is today.
Festival of Laughs comedy show makes the audience cry-laugh
October 9, 2021 | No Comments DC Young Fly at Festival of Laughs tour in Minneapolis (Photo by Nagashia Jackson for rolling out) The “Festival of Laughs” comedy tour made a stop in Minneapolis on Oct. 8, 2021, at Target Center. The show host was the “Queen of Comedy,” Sommore. She kept the crowd laughing throughout the night by poking fun at the gorilla glue girl, the other queen of comedy Mo’Nique about her bonnet PSA, having age limits for baby hair and eyelash requirements.
Queen Latifah tackles obesity in new PSA campaign (video)
October 9, 2021 | No Comments Queen Latifah (Photo credit: Bang Media) Queen Latifah has partnered with pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk for the It’s Bigger Than Me campaign that they hope will change the conversation around obesity. The “Ladies First” MC and Novo Nordisk plan to ease the stigma associated with obesity and focus on issues like hormones and biology, which are frequent causes of being overweight.
Chris Rock joins cast in biopic celebrating gay civil rights activist
October 9, 2021 | No Comments Colman Domingo, Chris Rock, Glynn Turman, and Audra McDonald are to star in “Rustin.” The movie is a biopic of the gay civil rights activist Bayard Rustin and is the first feature to be produced by Higher Ground, the production company set up by former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle. George C. Wolfe, who previously helmed Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, will direct the movie from a screenplay he co-wrote with Dustin Lance Black.
Do you know your attachment style? Identifying it might save your relationship
October 8, 2021 | No Comments Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / wavebreakmedia Have you ever wondered why some people you’ve dated are clingy and constantly in need of validation while others are more distant and standoffish? This all boils down to one simple concept: attachment theory. John Bowlby, psychologist, and psychoanalyst, coined the terms in the ’50s.
Barbara Corcoran fat-shames Whoopi Goldberg, gets dealt with (video)
October 8, 2021 | No Comments Barbara Corcoran of “Shark Tank” fame (Photo source: Instagram – @barbaracorcoran) Barbara Corcoran set off social media when she fat-shamed host Whoopi Goldberg on “The View.” But she was quickly dealt with by co-panelist Ana Navarro. Comment was inappropriate and made me sad for Whoopi. She has sciatica, a very painful condition, that makes moving and walking excruciating. Whoopi has more talent in her little finger than BC‘s whole body.
Yara Shahidi is getting a Dell, inks new partnership with technology giant
October 7, 2021 | No Comments Yara Shahidi (Photo credit: Splash News) Dell Technologies knew just who to enlist for their latest marketing campaign when they partnered with “Black-ish” and “Grown-ish” star Yara Shahidi. The 21-year-old actress signed a multi-year collaboration agreement with the technology powerhouse to help sway young adults to their brand.
Texas law banning abortion blocked by federal judge
October 7, 2021 | No Comments Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Rena Schild A federal judge temporarily blocked the enforcement of the Texas law banning abortion after about six weeks of pregnancy late Wednesday night, Oct. 6, 2021.
Ray J hospitalized with serious illness
October 6, 2021 | No Comments Princess Love and husband Ray J (Photo credit: Bang Media) Rapper-turned-reality star Ray J has been hospitalized in metro Miami with a severe bout of pneumonia. The serial entrepreneur and star of “Love & Hip Hop Hollywood” explained that he is on oxygen and has had difficulty breathing and speaking. However, he informed the media that he has not tested positive for COVID-19.
Ayris Scales, CEO of Walker Legacy Foundation, creating Black female millionaires
October 5, 2021 | No Comments The Walker Legacy Foundation, named after the first female millionaire, Madam CJ Walker, is looking to create women to follow in her legendary footsteps. CEO, Ayris Scales, joined rolling out to spread the word of the launch of the Women Who Enterprise 3-month business accelerator program for rising Black women professionals and entrepreneurs.
1.5 billion Facebook users' personal info allegedly being sold on the dark web
October 4, 2021 | No Comments Facebook logo (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Aksoyvol) Well, I guess we all knew it would happen (again) sooner or later. According to Newsweek, 1.5 billion Facebook users personal info has allegedly been put up for sale. They go on to say “A member of a known forum for hackers claimed to be in possession of the information in late September and offered to sell it in chunks to others on the forum, according to a report from Privacy Affairs.
Netflix and Howard University pay homage to Chadwick A. Boseman
October 4, 2021 | No Comments The late Chadwick Boseman and his widow Simone Ledward (Photo credit: Bang Media) Howard University and Netflix have announced a $5.4 million endowed scholarship to honor actor, director, writer and producer, alumnus Chadwick A. Boseman. The Chadwick A. Boseman Memorial Scholarship will provide incoming students in the College of Fine Arts with a four-year scholarship to cover the full cost of university tuition.
Suspect arrested in the shooting death of Utah football player Aaron Lowe
October 4, 2021 | No Comments Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / JoeSAPhotos) Salt Lake City announced on Oct. 3 that they arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with the shooting death of University of Utah football player Aaron Lowe. According to The Associated Press, Buk M. Buk has been charged with aggravated murder, attempted murder and felony discharge of a firearm. Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown held a news conference on Sunday following Buk’s arrest in Draper, Utah.
'The Cosby Show' alum Keshia Knight Pulliam remarries
October 3, 2021 | No Comments Keisha Knight Pulliam and newlywed husband Brad James (Image source: Instagram – @keishaknightpulliam) Keshia Knight Pulliam notified her fans that she and fellow actor Brad James have officially tied the knot in an “absolutely perfect” and “whimsical” wedding on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. “The Cosby Show” alum told her two million Instagram followers that she and the “For Better or Worse” star wanted a much more extravagant marriage ceremony.
Fans react to Lil Fizz's apology for romancing Omarion's ex-girlfriend (video)
October 3, 2021 | No Comments B2K singer Omarion (Photo by Raymond Hagans for rolling out) Fans went crazy when Lil Fizz gave a live onstage apology to former B2K bandmate Omarion for romancing the mother of Omarion’s children, Apryl Jones, not long after the couple had broken up. Fizz walked out in front of thousands of fans in the middle of the Millennial Tour 2021 at The Forum in Inglewood, California, on Saturday, Oct 2, 2021.
Marc Lamont Hill responds to anti-vaxxers after suffering heart attack at 42
October 2, 2021 | No Comments Marc Lamont Hill (Photo by DeWayne Rogers for rolling out) Black News Channel’s “Black News Tonight” host Marc Lamont Hill, Ph.D., had a huge scare recently when he suffered a mild heart attack. The award-winning journalist shared the news on Twitter on Sept. 30 that the life threating emergency was triggered from complications from an Achilles rupture several weeks before. “I am home and recovering after a rough week.
Lashana Lynch, 1st Black 007, wants more strong women in action roles
October 1, 2021 | No Comments Lashana Lynch rejects the idea that a Black woman can’t play a spy or a superhero. The 33-year-old actress featured in the new James Bond movie No Time To Die as the straight-talking secret agent Nomi and believes that more “strong Black women” should be in key cinematic roles. Lashana told The Sun newspaper: “I think throughout cinema it’s imperative that we introduce the conversation of the strong Black woman into everything.
Boosie said Martin Luther King would be mad that fans are pirating his movie
September 30, 2021 | No Comments Boosie (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Jamie Lamor Thompson) Rapper Boosie Badazz actually invoked the name of Martin Luther King to convey his rage that some fans have watched bootleg versions of his self-financed movie about his life called My Struggle. https://t.co/powN1IwcFJ pic.twitter.com/9PVCGkD8sD — Boosie BadAzz (@BOOSIEOFFICIAL) September 29, 2021 Boosie was decked out in a red suit and sneakers for the premiere for My Struggle on Sept. 22, 2021.
Meet the 4 women running for mayor of Atlanta
September 29, 2021 | No Comments Felicia Moore: Moore began her reign as the president of the Atlanta City Council in 2018, so it would appear that she is perched advantageously to transition to the next step in City Hall. She began her public service career as a president of her Riverside neighborhood association and then the chair of the Neighborhood Planning Unit-D. This greatly aided in her election as City Councilmember for District 9, where she served 20 years.
YouTube is banning all anti-vaccine videos from its platform
September 29, 2021 | No Comments (Image source: YouTube/Forbes) As the debate surrounding the vaccine continues to rage in ever-increasing intensity nationwide, YouTube has announced that it will ban all videos that are against inoculations. As Forbes magazine pointed out in the video below, there are a myriad of reasons why Americans are not getting vaccinated at nearly the rates that President Biden desires.
Fans react to Cynthia Bailey confirming her departure from 'RHOA'
September 27, 2021 | No Comments Cynthia Bailey (Photo source: Instagram – @cynthiabailey) Looks like Cynthia Bailey will be calling it quits after all. After reports spread that she will not be returning to season 14 of “Real Housewives of Atlanta,” she has confirmed it in a post on Instagram Monday afternoon.
Disney+ reveals official trailer for 6-part series featuring Will Smith (video)
September 27, 2021 | No Comments Will Smith (Photo credit: Bang Media) Today, Disney+ revealed the first official trailer for the six-part original series “Welcome to Earth,” streaming this December. The visually stunning Disney+ series, from National Geographic, follows two-time Academy Award® nominee Will Smith on an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime adventure around the world to explore Earth’s greatest wonders and reveal its most hidden secrets.
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar says unvaxxed players should be banned
September 27, 2021 | No Comments Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (photo: A.R. Shaw for rolling out) Kareem Abdul Jabbar was his characteristically blunt self when said NBA players who are unvaccinated should be banished from their respective teams. “The NBA should insist that all players and staff are vaccinated or remove them from the team,” Abdul-Jabbar, 74, told Rolling Stone.
Fans think Will Smith is miserable after Jada said she wants 'to learn to love'
September 27, 2021 | No Comments Will and Jada Pinkett Smith (Photo credit: Splash news) Just a few years ago, Will and Jada Pinkett Smith were the envy of Hollywood and pop culture with a seemingly loving, 25-year marriage that millions of Americans wanted to emulate. That wholesome image did not age well. At all.
R. Kelly found guilty of racketeering, trafficking
September 27, 2021 | No Comments R. Kelly (Photo credit: Bang Media) R. Kelly‘s spectacular fall from grace is complete after the embattled singer was found guilty in New York on all charges related to sexual assault on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021. The twelve jurors — seven men and five women — deliberated for nine hours over two days before finding the “I Believe I Can Fly” crooner, 54, guilty on all nine counts, according to Buzzfeed.
Rob Kardashian's domestic abuse case against Blac Chyna continues
September 26, 2021 | No Comments Rob Kardashian (Photo credit: Bang Media) Blac Chyna’s uncontrollable temper may land her in trouble if Rob Kardashian has his way. Kardashian filed new court papers this week to support his domestic violence lawsuit against his former girlfriend and mother of his four-year-old daughter Dream Kardashian. Kim Kardashian’s younger brother initially sued Blac Chyna in September 2017, alleging that she violently attacked him on Dec.
21 Savage turns himself in on drugs and weapons charges
September 25, 2021 | No Comments 21 Savage (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / REX) 21 Savage spent a few hours in jail on Sept. 23 before posting bond after turning himself into Georgia authorities to face charges related to drug and weapons possession from 2019. The “A Lot” rapper made international headlines several years back when he was taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement immediately following his arrest in February 2019 which led to him almost being deported.
Steph Curry inks TV deal with NBC
September 25, 2021 | No Comments Stephen Curry (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Marcos Mesa Sam Wordley) Steph Curry doesn’t have any plans of retiring in the near future but the Golden State Warrior is already planting the seeds for a career after he hangs up his sneakers. Curry has been making several huge plays in Hollywood with several upcoming documentaries and television shows in the mix like ABC’s “Holey Moley” and the animated revival of Norman Lear’s “Good Times” for Netflix.
Kanye West flips a seriously expensive beachfront property in Malibu
September 24, 2021 | No Comments Kanye West (Photo credit: Clint Brewer / Splash News) Kanye West has reportedly spent $60 million to buy a new beachfront property in Malibu. The 44-year-old rap star has decided to part with an eye-watering sum of money to secure the spectacular abode on the waterfront, which has been described as being “perfect for Kanye.” An insider told People: “With views of the Pacific Ocean, the house has straight angles … with an emphasis on light.
Gabrielle Union says studios cheat Black actresses
September 24, 2021 | No Comments Gabrielle Union (Photo credit: Bang Media) Gabrielle Union thinks movie studios “screw” Black actresses out of big paydays. The 48-year-old actress says Black actresses are underpaid compared to their white counterparts, and Union is determined to fight back against the inequality. “As Black actresses, there’s almost shame involved, because we get paid so much less. When those Forbes‘ lists come out about highest paid actors, you’re like, ‘Oh, I’m a failure.
Snoop Dogg enters the gaming metaverse big dog style with private concerts & more
September 23, 2021 | No Comments Snoop Dogg will enter the metaverse by owning his own virtual land in The Sandbox, where he will set up his mansion. Snoop will also launch his NFT collection including player avatars and a limited ‘Snoop Dogg Private Party Pass’ that gives users VIP access to concerts, events, Q&As, and dedicated NFT drops.
Deion Sanders offers to help rival HBCU secure athletic trainers
September 23, 2021 | No Comments Deion Sanders (Image source: Instagram – @deionsanders) Deion Sanders made it clear that when he became head coach of Mississippi’s Jackson State football team this year that he wanted to help spotlight all HBCU athletic programs.
Rihanna explains how her upcoming album will be 'completely different'
September 23, 2021 | No Comments Rihanna (Photo credit: Han Myung-Gu/GC Images via Bang Media) Rihanna has been like a tree standing calmly and boldly against the hurricane winds of feverish fandom that is clamoring for a new album from her. The record-breaking “Rude Boy” singer, 33, has politely and patiently deflected repeated inquiries into any original music, which is most likely the byproduct of Bad Gal RiRi building a billion-dollar fashion empire.
Rev. Jesse Jackson returns home after monthlong COVID-19 battle
September 23, 2021 | No Comments (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Arturo Holmes) The Rev. Jesse Jackson was discharged from a rehabilitation facility on Wednesday, Sept. 23, following a bout with COVID-19. Rev. Jackson and his wife Jacqueline were both admitted to Northwestern Memorial Hospital for the virus in August and Mrs. Jackson returned home earlier this month after recovering. Rev.
Birdman explains why he kissed Lil Wayne on the mouth
September 23, 2021 | No Comments Lil Wayne (Photo credit: Bang Media) Some hip-hop fans have always questioned whether Birdman’s relationship with Lil Wayne was a father-son situation or a romantic one. Nearly two decades after photos of them kissing each other on the mouth went viral internationally, Birdman finally puts the matter to bed in his interview with REVOLT TV’s “Big Facts” podcast.
Twitter explodes when fans suggest Drake is bigger than Michael Jackson
September 23, 2021 | No Comments Michael Jackson (Photo credit: Bang Media) Drake fans almost caused older music lovers to have convulsions on Tuesday evening and throughout Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2021, boldly suggesting that Drake has surpassed Michael Jackson in career accomplishments and legacy.
4 outdated fashion rules to ignore from this point forward
September 22, 2021 | No Comments Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / David Prado Perucha Since childhood, we have been told what we should and shouldn’t wear based on several factors. Whether it be a particular time of year, our height, body type, age, or gender, many different fashion rules are forced on us, and a lot of us tend to blindly follow them even throughout adulthood. However, rules are meant to be broken right?
Wendy Williams' ex-husband blasted for barbs about her health
September 22, 2021 | No Comments Wendy Williams (Photo credit: Bang Media) Wendy Williams’ fans jumped all over her ex-husband Kevin Hunter for allegedly throwing subtle shade at his ex-wife during her most vulnerable time. As been reported, the morning talk-show queen was hospitalized last week due to her mental collapse.
Country music star Mickey Guyton admits she 'ran away' from her Blackness
September 21, 2021 | No Comments Mickey Guyton (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / By Kathy Hutchins) Country music singer Mickey Guyton admitted that she had crashed and burned as an artist following futile attempts at conformity and encountering so much adversity for years in Nashville. She was ready to say “deuces” to the industry.
Olympic gold medalist reportedly joining 'RHOA'
September 21, 2021 | No Comments Sanya Richards-Ross (Image source: Instagram – @sanyarichiross) “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” is reportedly going to lose two of its longtime marquee stars, but is set to gain an Olympic champion in the exchange. According to multiple media reports, perennial reality stars Porsha Williams and Cynthia Bailey are dropping off their peaches as they head for the exits while Bravo executives execute a major lineup change.
Jermaine Dupri says Diddy can't sit at the songwriter's table with him (video)
September 21, 2021 | No Comments Jermaine Dupri (Photo by Tailor Payton for rolling out) Jermaine Dupri still wants all the smoke Diddy can muster if he accepts his Verzuz challenge and continues to add facts to blow away Diddy’s comments that J.D. wasn’t on his level. Diddy has stated that the only one who can compete with him in a Verzuz battle is Dr. Dre, who doesn’t seemed interested.
BET to honor Nelly
September 21, 2021 | No Comments Nelly (Photo credit: Bang Media) Nelly put St. Louis on the hip-hop map in 2000 with the release of his diamond-selling debut album Country Grammar and the lineup of hits that followed like “Hot In Herre,” “Dilemma,” “Tip Drill” and “Air Forces Ones.” BET will honor his stellar career with the I Am Hip Hop Award during their 2021 Hip Hop Awards show next month which will premiere Tuesday, Oct. 5, on the network.
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