Will Smith Publicly Apologizes to Chris Rock For Being ‘Out Of Line’ After becoming the main topic of discussion after slapping comedian Chris Rock in the face on live television, Will Smith publicly apologized to Rock for his actions against him on Sunday night. Smith took to his Instagram account and acknowledged his action while… Continue reading Will Smith Publicly Apologizes to Chris Rock For Being ‘Out Of Line’
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Producer Will Packer Makes Oscars History By Employing an All-Black Production Team
Movie and television producer Will Packer made history over the weekend when he led the first all-Black production team in Oscars history. From #OscarsSoWhite in 2015 to #Oscars Black af in 2022: EPs: Will Packer + Shayla Cowan Trophy presenters: 87th Mister + Miss NCAT Co-hosts: Regina Hall + Wanda Sykes Red Carpet: Terrence J… Continue reading Producer Will Packer Makes Oscars History By Employing an All-Black Production Team
Denzel Washington and Tyler Perry Console Will Smith After Chris Rock Slapping Incident
Denzel Washington and Tyler Perry Console Will Smith After Chris Rock Slapping Incident Actor and former rapper Will Smith won his first Oscar Award last night, but, before that feat, the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air slapped comedian Chris Rock after a misguided joke towards Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. Smith’s mentor, esteemed actor Denzel Washington… Continue reading Denzel Washington and Tyler Perry Console Will Smith After Chris Rock Slapping Incident
‘Don’t Hang Up’ Premieres Sunday, March 20 at 8pm ET on Bounce
Bounce (@bouncetv) will premiere its newest original movie “Don’t Hang Up” this Sunday, March 20th at 8pm ET. The action-thriller based upon real life events stars Wendell Pierce (“The Wire,” “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan“), Lauren Holly (“NCIS,” “Picket Fences”) and Eden Cupid (“Umbrella Academy”). The mystery revolves around Chris Daniels (Pierce), a husband and father whose life is upended when… Continue reading ‘Don’t Hang Up’ Premieres Sunday, March 20 at 8pm ET on Bounce
‘Black Panther’ Director Ryan Coogler Misidentified as Bank Robber, Briefly Detained
‘Black Panther’ Director Ryan Coogler Misidentified as Bank Robber, Briefly Detained Film director Ryan Coogler must have felt like he was playing a character in one of his movies. According to TMZ, the Creed director was briefly detained when he went to the bank to withdraw some cash. Bank employees assumed that he was committing… Continue reading ‘Black Panther’ Director Ryan Coogler Misidentified as Bank Robber, Briefly Detained
Michael B. Jordan Teams Up With Will Smith for ‘I Am Legend’ Sequel
From the look of the Will Smith-led movie I Am Legend, it appeared it was a one-and-done deal based on what was shown at the conclusion of the film. But, lo and behold, according to Deadline, there will be a sequel to the post-apocalyptic adventure thriller. The sequel is in the works as another major… Continue reading Michael B. Jordan Teams Up With Will Smith for ‘I Am Legend’ Sequel
50 Cent Takes to Social Media to Praise Mo’Nique Lobbying to Get Her Work
Comedian Mo’Nique has had an up and down career while battling some powerful Hollywood heavyweights (Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, Lee Daniels and Netflix). Now, she may be back on the upswing after one social media post by a popular Hollywood executive. Over the weekend, 50 Cent posted on his Instagram account that he saw Mo’Nique… Continue reading 50 Cent Takes to Social Media to Praise Mo’Nique Lobbying to Get Her Work
DMX’s Fiancée: ‘I Haven’t Moved On’ Since Rapper’s Death Last Year
DMX’s Fiancée: ‘I Haven’t Moved On’ Since Rapper’s Death Last Year Last year in April, the shocking heart attack and then the death of Hip-Hop artist and actor DMX affected not only the Hip-Hop world and Hollywood but has had a profound effect on the rapper’s fiancee. Although it’s been 11 months, Desiree Lindstrom recently… Continue reading DMX’s Fiancée: ‘I Haven’t Moved On’ Since Rapper’s Death Last Year
Will Smith Shares Denzel Washington Telling Him: ‘This Is Your Year’
Will Smith Shares Denzel Washington Telling Him: ‘This Is Your Year’ Adding yet another trophy to his mantle of awards, Will Smith has stated that his recent Screen Actors Guild award for Best Actor was “one of the greatest moments” of his career. But, according to Smith, hearing his mentor Denzel Washington telling him that… Continue reading Will Smith Shares Denzel Washington Telling Him: ‘This Is Your Year’
UBC-TV Announces New Partnership with GlewedTV
UBC-TV, the fastest-growing global, urban lifestyle network in the world, is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with GlewedTV, a wide-ranging streaming platform that will add UBC-TV’s most popular programming to its lineup, dramatically enhancing the audience reach of both networks. CEO of UBC-TV Peggy Dodson says, “I am so excited about launching on… Continue reading UBC-TV Announces New Partnership with GlewedTV
Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes and Amy Schumer Will Host the 94th Oscars
Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes and Amy Schumer Will Host the 94th Oscars The producer of this year’s Oscars Award has announced the hosts for this year’s ceremony! Will Packer, who is producing this year’s Oscars revealed that Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes will be sharing hosting duties for the 94th Oscars®. This will… Continue reading Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes and Amy Schumer Will Host the 94th Oscars
Issa Rae Receives the Key to the City of Inglewood Becoming 1st Person to Do So
Issa Rae Receives the Key to the City of Inglewood Becoming 1st Person to Do So Sometimes art imitates life, but with this moment, life imitates art! In a fantasy scene in the final season of her hit HBO series, Insecure, Issa Rae‘s character, Issa Dee receives the key to the city of Inglewood. She… Continue reading Issa Rae Receives the Key to the City of Inglewood Becoming 1st Person to Do So
Denzel Washington Adds Another As Most Oscar-Nominated Black Actor Of All Time
Denzel Washington Adds Another As Most Oscar-Nominated Black Actor Of All Time The Oscar nominations are in and we already have a winner! This week the nominations for the 84th annual Academy Awards were announced and the winner of the Most Nominated Black Actor in the history of the Oscars is STILL Denzel Washington! With… Continue reading Denzel Washington Adds Another As Most Oscar-Nominated Black Actor Of All Time
Will Smith Announces Memoir ‘WILL’ Has Sold One Million Copies
Will Smith, who has sold millions of records and has grossed many millions in his movie career (As well as made millions of dollars) has set a new million mark for his latest creative work. In an Instagram post, the Wild, Wild West actor stated that his memoir, Will, has surpassed a million sales. “What’s… Continue reading Will Smith Announces Memoir ‘WILL’ Has Sold One Million Copies
Zora Howard Announced as First Manhattan Theatre Club’s Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship Recipient
Zora Howard Announced as First Manhattan Theatre Club’s Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship Recipient Manhattan Theatre Club Announces Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship and Inaugural Recipient Zora Howard Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce the creation of the Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship, which will be awarded by MTC annually.… Continue reading Zora Howard Announced as First Manhattan Theatre Club’s Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship Recipient