One of the most prestigious HBCUs has connected with one of the most recognizable brands. Nike‘s Jordan Brand has announced a collaboration with Howard University. The partnership between the two entities will be a 20-year alliance that will develop academic and athletic opportunities that will help elevate the best in the Black community. “Howard University… Continue reading Jordan Brand Collaborates with Howard University for New 20-Year Partnership
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Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA
Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA One of the greatest basketball players to ever hit the courts is having his jersey number retired across the entire National Basketball Association. The National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) have just announced the life and legacy of popular… Continue reading Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA
BIG3 Introduces Inaugural All-Star Game
BIG3 Introduces Inaugural All-Star Game MONSTER ENERGY BIG3 CELEBRITY GAME TIPPING OFF BIG3 CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND Stars Rob Gronkowski, Vernon Davis, Wallo and Gillie, NLE Choppa, and Renee Montgomery To Compete in Game to Benefit Underprivileged Youth on August 21st at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA – More Stars to be announced next week … Continue reading BIG3 Introduces Inaugural All-Star Game
Deshaun Watson Offers Compromise on 6 Game Suspension, Proposes Eight Game Ban Along With $5M Fine
Deshaun Watson Offers Compromise on 6 Game Suspension, Proposes Eight Game Ban Along With $5M Fine As we head into the upcoming season of the National Football League, one of the issues that’s occupying sports fans’ minds is how will the Deshaun Watson suspension play out. After being suspended for six games by Judge Sue… Continue reading Deshaun Watson Offers Compromise on 6 Game Suspension, Proposes Eight Game Ban Along With $5M Fine
Nipsey Hussle To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame on his Birthday
It was reported last summer that late rapper and entrepreneur Nipsey Hussle was one of 38 people who will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It was announced this week that he will receive his placing on Monday, August 15. The ceremony is taking place on the celebration of his… Continue reading Nipsey Hussle To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame on his Birthday
Quinta Brunson Signs Overall Deal With Warner Bros. TV
After making history as the first Black woman to earn three Emmy nominations in the comedy category in the same year, Quinta Brunson continues her remarkable rise by signing an overall deal with Warner Bros. TV. Last month, the writer, who is responsible for creating and also stars in the ABC breakout sitcom, Abbott Elementary made… Continue reading Quinta Brunson Signs Overall Deal With Warner Bros. TV
Blue Ivy Captures Two Gold Plaques as Mother Beyoncé Scores 70 New RIAA Certifications
The family tree is shaping up quite well for the Carter family as far as awards and accolades! The firstborn of R&B Queen Diva Beyonce and Hip-Hop’s Lyrical Billionaire Jay-Z is adding on to the family legacy before reaching teenage status! Blue Ivy has been given two gold record certifications from RIAA, the governing body… Continue reading Blue Ivy Captures Two Gold Plaques as Mother Beyoncé Scores 70 New RIAA Certifications
Kenan Thompson Will Host 2022 Emmy Awards Next Month
Kenan Thompson Will Host 2022 Emmy Awards Next Month The accolades and achievements keep coming in for Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson! NBC and the Television Academy have both announced that the longest-running cast member of Saturday Night Live will host the 74th Emmy Awards next month. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at… Continue reading Kenan Thompson Will Host 2022 Emmy Awards Next Month
Busta Rhymes Will Be Recognized as BMI Icon at This Year’s BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See! is probably what Busta Rhymes is gonna say as he receives his Icon Award next month in Miami Beach. BMI has recently announced that the former Leaders of the New School group member will receive the BMI Icon Award at this year’s 2022 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards next month… Continue reading Busta Rhymes Will Be Recognized as BMI Icon at This Year’s BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
The Painted House Co-Founded by Ja Rule Donates $25,000 to HBCUs From Sales of NFT Project Black is Beautiful
THE PAINTED HOUSE RAISES $50,000 FOR HBCU PARTNERS FROM SOLD OUT BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL NFT COLLECTION Donation comprised of $25,000 in initial sales from the initial Black is Beautiful NFT collection with Ja Rule’s ICONN Media matching an additional $25,000, totaling $50,000 to benefit HBCU partners #607 Black is Beautiful collection by Nick Davis New York,… Continue reading The Painted House Co-Founded by Ja Rule Donates $25,000 to HBCUs From Sales of NFT Project Black is Beautiful
Vic Mensa Debuts Cannabis Brand 93 Boyz
VIC MENSA UNVEILS NEW CANNABIS VENTURE 93 BOYZ FIRST BLACK-OWNED CANNABIS COMPANY IN ILLINOIS PUTS A FOCUS ON REINVESTING RESOURCES IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES LAUNCH EVENT IN CHICAGO THIS SATURDAY AT CINECITY, RSVP HERE Vic Mensa / 93 Boyz photo credit Gabe Oviawe (high res download here) Chicago rapper, actor, and activist Vic Mensa has unveiled… Continue reading Vic Mensa Debuts Cannabis Brand 93 Boyz
Angela Yee to Debut New Midday Radio Show This Fall: ‘The Breakfast Club As You Know It Is Officially Over’
After leaving a cryptic message on social media stating, “The breakfast club as you know it is officially over” after stating that “God is good” in the previous message, Angela Yee is officially leaving The Breakfast Club radio show! The breakfast club as you know it is officially over 🫶🏽 — Angela Yee (@angelayee) August… Continue reading Angela Yee to Debut New Midday Radio Show This Fall: ‘The Breakfast Club As You Know It Is Officially Over’
Talib Kweli Sues Jezebel For $300,000 Because of Article Written About his Twitter Suspension
Hip-Hop artist and podcaster Talib Kweli is suing Jezebel for $300,000 for emotional distress because of an article written two years ago disputing his claims of voluntarily leaving Twitter. At one point in time, Kweli was a heavy Twitter user and could always be found on the social media platform at any time of day.… Continue reading Talib Kweli Sues Jezebel For $300,000 Because of Article Written About his Twitter Suspension
Legendary Hip-Hop Artist LL Cool J Accepts Key To His Hometown At the Rock The Bells Festival in Queens, NY
LL Cool J Accepts Key To His Hometown At the Rock The Bells Festival in Queens, NY The Hip-Hop artist who helped kick off, possibly the most important record label in the history of recorded music, Def Jam Recordings, was recently honored with the key to his hometown of Queens, NY. James Todd Smith, more… Continue reading Legendary Hip-Hop Artist LL Cool J Accepts Key To His Hometown At the Rock The Bells Festival in Queens, NY
Nicki Minaj Slated to Receive MTV’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
Nicki Minaj Slated to Receive MTV Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award Hip-Hop artist Nicki Minaj has been selected as the recipient of this year’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the lyrical entertainer will not only accept the award, but she will also be… Continue reading Nicki Minaj Slated to Receive MTV’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award