Category: TV/Film

Yvette Kendall: ‘Science Fiction is the Breath of Innovation’

Yvette Kendall As a Black woman science fiction writer/content creator, Yvette Kendall is the definition of a rarity. Kendall is the author of The GOD Maps series and also the creator of the new sci-fi sub-genre Biblical futurism. Owner of her own publishing company, Stravard Lux Publishing House, Kendall will be publishing her brand of… Continue reading Yvette Kendall: ‘Science Fiction is the Breath of Innovation’

Alliance for Women in Media Foundation & ESPN Launch Scholarship

The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) and ESPN are pleased to announce a new joint student scholarship. The mission of this partnership is to provide Black women a path into careers in sports media by assisting one female undergraduate student and one female graduate student in the United States, pursuing careers in sports media.… Continue reading Alliance for Women in Media Foundation & ESPN Launch Scholarship

Killer Mike Will Receive Inaugural Billboard Change Maker Award at the 2020 Billboard Music Award

KILLER MIKE NAMED FIRST-EVER RECIPIENT OF ANNUAL BILLBOARD CHANGE MAKER AWARD AT “THE 2020 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS”   Rapper/Activist will be Recognized as a Leading Champion of Community Activism, Social Justice and Civil Rights   LOS ANGELES, CA (October 12, 2020) – dick clark productions and NBC today announced that rapper and social activist, Killer Mike,… Continue reading Killer Mike Will Receive Inaugural Billboard Change Maker Award at the 2020 Billboard Music Award

BET Announces ‘SACRIFICE’ Movie Starring Paula Patton Will Now Be a Series

BET Announces ‘SACRIFICE’ BET announced that legal thriller “SACRIFICE” starring Paula Patton (“Precious,” “Traffik”)has been picked up to series. The movie, which served as a back-door pilot, launched on BET+ in December 2019 andwas the first original film onthe streaming service. “SACRIFICE” takes place in Los Angeles following Daniella Hernandez (Patton), a highly sought-after entertainment… Continue reading BET Announces ‘SACRIFICE’ Movie Starring Paula Patton Will Now Be a Series

Seagram’s Escapes to Partner with Reality TV Stars Cynthia Bailey and Eva Marcille

Co-creator of Seagram’s Escapes Peach Bellini, reality TV star and entrepreneur Cynthia Bailey is teaming up with the brand on its newest program, Seagram’s Escapes Holiday Marketplace: Featuring Black-Owned Businesses, to help support these small businesses and drive sales during the important holiday shopping season. Seagram’s Escapes is inviting Black-owned businesses to apply (www.seagramsescapes.com/holiday-shop) for… Continue reading Seagram’s Escapes to Partner with Reality TV Stars Cynthia Bailey and Eva Marcille

Tyler Perry Is ‘The People’s Champion of 2020’ For the ‘E! People’s Choice Awards’

Tyler Perry People’s Champion E! announced today that world-renowned entertainment mogul, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Tyler Perry will be honored with “The People’s Champion of 2020” award at the “E! People’s Choice Awards.” Perry will be recognized for his trailblazing work in entertainment, unwavering commitment to support multiple charitable organizations, and inspiring empathy and progress for… Continue reading Tyler Perry Is ‘The People’s Champion of 2020’ For the ‘E! People’s Choice Awards’

Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson Joins Nickelodeon as Vice President of News Programming

Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson Joins Nickelodeon as Vice President of News Programming Nickelodeon has named CBS News’ 60 Minutes veteran producer and Emmy and Peabody Award-winner Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson as Vice President of News Programming for the leading kids’ network, as well as Executive Producer of the recently rebooted Nick News series. In her newly created role, Laguerre-Wilkinson… Continue reading Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson Joins Nickelodeon as Vice President of News Programming

Greenleaf Comes to Bounce October 4, Everybody Hates Chris Debuts October 5

Bounce, the first and only multi-platform entertainment network focusing on African Americans, today announced the addition of two popular series, Greenleaf and Everybody Hates Chris. Bounce will air Greenleaf, the multiple NAACP Image Award-winning drama, Sunday nights at 8:00 p.m. (ET) starting October 4. Everybody Hates Chris, the hit sitcom loosely based on the life of… Continue reading Greenleaf Comes to Bounce October 4, Everybody Hates Chris Debuts October 5

OWN’S Queen Sugar to Return in 2021

OWN’S Queen Sugar OWN’S ‘QUEEN SUGAR’ RESUMES SEASON FIVE PRODUCTION IN NEW ORLEANS; SERIES TO RETURN TO OWN:  OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK IN 2021   Season Five Will Tackle 2020 and the Impact of COVID-19, Black Lives Matter and Elections on the Bordelon Family and Community “Queen Sugar” Continues to Close Inclusion Gap in Hollywood, Hiring First-Time… Continue reading OWN’S Queen Sugar to Return in 2021

Knitting Factory Management (KFM) Signs SAUL WILLIAMS

KFM Signs SAUL WILLIAMS Knitting Factory Management (KFM) Signs SAUL WILLIAMS Coincides with a Bonanza of New Projects for Multi-Talented Creator Stars in AKILLA’S ESCAPE, which World Premieres at TIFF Berkeley, CA (September 23, 2020) – National 360 entertainment and hospitality powerhouse Knitting Factory Entertainment’s management unit Knitting Factory Management (KFM) has signed renowned poet,… Continue reading Knitting Factory Management (KFM) Signs SAUL WILLIAMS

Attika J. Torrence: ‘Life Keeps me Motivated to Create and Express Myself Through Art’

The stories and art that come out of Brooklyn have been well-documented by the likes of Spike Lee and various filmmakers/storytellers that bring the vivid visions to life. Add Attika J. Torrence to the list of esteemed artists making waves in that creative universe. Torrence is an Emmy Award-nominated producer, an award-winning director, an actor,… Continue reading Attika J. Torrence: ‘Life Keeps me Motivated to Create and Express Myself Through Art’

ESPN Signs Vince Carter to Multi-Year Deal

ESPN Signs Vince Carter ESPN announced it has signed eight-time NBA All Star and Olympic gold medalist Vince Carter to a multi-year contract. The 2000 NBA Slam Dunk contest champion will serve as an NBA and college basketball analyst, appearing on pillar ESPN studio shows including NBA Countdown, The Jump, Get Up, First Take and… Continue reading ESPN Signs Vince Carter to Multi-Year Deal

New Soul Kitchen Debuts Season Two on CLEO TV Saturday, October 3

New Soul Kitchen CLEO TV TURNS UP THE HEAT THIS FALL WITH SEASON TWO OF NEW SOUL KITCHEN PREMIERING BACK-TO-BACK ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 STARTING  AT 9PM ET / 8C Award-Winning Chef Jernard Wells Welcomes Four Guest Culinary Influencers Including Chef Ahki Taylor, Chef Bren Herrera,  Chef Essie Bartels, And Chef Resha Purvis (SILVER SPRING, MD) –… Continue reading New Soul Kitchen Debuts Season Two on CLEO TV Saturday, October 3

McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour Returns

McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel McDonald’s USA, through its Black & Positively Golden movement, is excited to announce the virtual return of its 14th annual Inspiration Celebration® Gospel Tour. Benefitting Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®), the four-part concert series, themed “Gospel City Playlists,” will begin September 27 and run weekly (every Sunday) through October 18 on… Continue reading McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour Returns

Ray J and Princess Love Presents One Mo’ Chance on ZEUS

Ray J and Princess Love ZEUS, the new and popular SVOD network, expands its programming slate with series from reality TV vet Kamal “Chance” Givens set to premiere this fall. Joining an already star-studded lineup of scripted and unscripted programming, the network continues to push the envelope with original content from some of today’s most… Continue reading Ray J and Princess Love Presents One Mo’ Chance on ZEUS

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