Category: Comedy

The Wayans Bros.: The Complete Series DVD Release- February 4, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    Laugh Out Loud with THE WAYANS BROS.: THE COMPLETE SERIES Coming to DVD on February 4, 2025 All 5 Seasons of the Iconic Comedy Series is Available for Pre-Order Now BURBANK, CA (December 17, 2024) – Fans of the groundbreaking 90s sitcom The Wayans Bros. can now relive the laughs and unforgettable moments… Continue reading The Wayans Bros.: The Complete Series DVD Release- February 4, 2025

Spike Lee To Preside Over Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival

The 2024 Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia will take place in Jeddah’s Old Town of Al Balad between the dates of December 5-14. The festival has announced that famed director and producer, Spike Lee will preside over the jury of of films. According to Variety, the festival, in its fourth year, will have… Continue reading Spike Lee To Preside Over Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival

ICONEK Films Presents A Naughty Christmess Story

  ICONEK Films, a leader in creating high-quality original content, has revealed that celebrated actors Tray Chaney (known from HBO’s “The Wire” and STARZ‘s “BMF”), Dyon “Mojo” Brooks (of Wild ’N Out Season 21 fame), Darren ‘Big Baby’ Brand (also from Wild ’N Out), and Jamilah Chanie (featured in HighStakes, Revisiting the Heart (2022), and Bed-Ridden), will star in the original holiday movie, “A… Continue reading ICONEK Films Presents A Naughty Christmess Story

Quincy Jones Dead At 91

The musical genius behind one of the most successful albums in music history, Michael Jackson‘s “Thriller” has died at the age of 91. According to CNN, jazz recording artist and music producer Quincy Jones died on Nov. 3 based on an announcement from his publicist, Arnold Robinson. Quincy Jones, Grammy-Winning Producer for Michael Jackson, Film… Continue reading Quincy Jones Dead At 91

3 Black-Owned Companies Join Forces For Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Jam

SHAQ’S ALL-STAR COMEDY JAM RETURNS FOR NBA ALL-STAR WEEKEND 2025; THREE TOP BLACK-OWNED ENTERTAINMENT COMPANIES UNITE TO PRODUCE   Gary Owen, DC Young Fly, Michael Blackson, Cocoa Brown, and Oakland’s own Lewis Belt Set to Perform, Hosted by Bill Bellamy and Featuring Sounds by DJ Spinderella   The Black Promoters Collective, Jersey Legends Productions, and… Continue reading 3 Black-Owned Companies Join Forces For Shaq’s All-Star Comedy Jam

A Different World HBCU College Tour Extended After Successful Sold-Out Run

Over 35 years ago, we all entered “A Different World” when some of us experienced life at an HBCU (Historically black colleges and universities) for the first time when we watched the characters on a spinoff from “The Cosby Show” start their collegiate paths. Now, the cast of the successful NBC show has completed A… Continue reading A Different World HBCU College Tour Extended After Successful Sold-Out Run

44-The unOfficial, unSanctioned Obama Musical Arrives in Philadelphia on October 29

44-The unOfficial, unSanctioned Obama Musical Premieres in Philadelphia    Award-winning musical arrives at The Suzanne Roberts Theatre for limited run October 29th – November 3rd, 2024, following hit runs in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago   Philadelphia, PA (October 8, 2024) — The acclaimed musical comedy 44 – THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL (As… Continue reading 44-The unOfficial, unSanctioned Obama Musical Arrives in Philadelphia on October 29

John Amos Dead at 84

One of the most beloved Black sitcom fathers, John Amos, who played James Evans on “Good Times” has died at the age of 84. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the family has announced that Amos died of natural causes on Aug. 21 in Los Angeles. His son, K.C. Amos, stated: “It is with heartfelt sadness… Continue reading John Amos Dead at 84

Donnell Rawlings ‘Mild and Black Comedy Tour’ at NJPAC- Oct. 4

  DONNELL RAWLINGS BRINGS HIS MILD AND BLACK COMEDY TOUR TO NJPAC FOR 2 PERFORMANCES Friday, October 4, 2024 @ 7:30 PM + 10:00 PM $44.50 – $64.50 NJPAC Victoria Theater Lizzie & Jonathan Tisch Stage One Center Street Newark, New Jersey 07102 www.njpac.org (Newark, N.J. – September 27, 2024)  New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents… Continue reading Donnell Rawlings ‘Mild and Black Comedy Tour’ at NJPAC- Oct. 4

Nick Cannon, ‘Wild ‘N Out’ Fans, State Farm Arena Donate $25K To Rich Homie Quan’s Family

Atlanta recording artist Rich Homie Quan died on Sept. 5. During a tour stop in Atlanta, multi-hyphenate Nick Cannon and fans of his Wild ‘N Out show donated $25,000 to the dead rapper’s family. According to Rolling Stone, the “Masked Singer” host and his crew did a show at The State Farm Arena where they… Continue reading Nick Cannon, ‘Wild ‘N Out’ Fans, State Farm Arena Donate $25K To Rich Homie Quan’s Family

Jaleel White Damaged Voice Playing Steve Urkel On Family Matters

“Did I do that?” One of the most popular nerds in television history recently revealed that the voice that was used to portray Steve Urkel on the ABC sitcom, Family Matters damaged his regular voice. According to People, Jaleel White was on a panel at the 90s Con 2024 in Daytona Beach, Fla, on Sept.… Continue reading Jaleel White Damaged Voice Playing Steve Urkel On Family Matters

Steve Harvey Readies Biopic ‘Seventy-Two’

There is a biopic being produced about businessman and comedian Steve Harvey that isn’t wholly about his career but a “transformative 72-hour period” that helped place his career on a trajectory that led to his success in entertainment. According to Deadline, “Seventy-Two,” signifies the 72 hours leading up to his breakout performance at the world-famous… Continue reading Steve Harvey Readies Biopic ‘Seventy-Two’

NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin Joins ‘It Is What It Is’ As Football Analyst

With the premiere of its latest season, Cameron “Cam’ron” Giles and Mason “Ma$e” Betha have announced that former Dallas Cowboys legend, Michael Irvin has joined the It Is What It Is podcast. The current slate of episodes that started on September 2 signifies the beginning of Season 5 for the popular sports show. Irvin is… Continue reading NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin Joins ‘It Is What It Is’ As Football Analyst

David Alan Grier Covers The Quintessential Gentleman

The Quintessential Gentleman is proud to announce that the legendary actor and cultural icon, David Alan Grier, is the cover star of our highly anticipated Culture Issue. Known for his transformative roles and a career that has spanned over four decades, Grier embodies the essence of impact, legacy, and continued relevance, making him the perfect… Continue reading David Alan Grier Covers The Quintessential Gentleman

Glynn Turman Receives Legacy Award At 2024 AAFCA TV Honors

Glynn Turman was among the many winners who were recognized at the 6th Annual African American Film Critics Association (AFFCA) TV Honors on August 24 when he received the Legacy Award celebrating his decades-long career as an actor. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the ceremony took place at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel where the AFFCA recognized the… Continue reading Glynn Turman Receives Legacy Award At 2024 AAFCA TV Honors

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