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
Category: TV/Film
My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Wes Jackson
Wes Jackson has been giving back to the community in admirable ways. He has over 25 years of experience as a leader, entrepreneur, innovator, creative, and executive in entertainment and academia. He’s currently president at BRIC Arts, located in Brooklyn, NY, and has been in this position since July 2022. Wes has been leading BRIC,… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Wes Jackson
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
Lifetime’s ‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ Set For 2025
‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ THE QUEEN OF HIP-HOP SOUL MARY J. BLIGE, AND AWARD-WINNING PRODUCERS JORDAN AND JOHN DAVIS EXTEND THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH LIFETIME (Mary J. Blige photo credit Will Sterling) MARY J. BLIGE’S FAMILY AFFAIR (working title) COMING 2025 AS PART OF THE NETWORK’S VOICES OF A LIFETIME MOVIE SLATE (R to L: Ajiona Alexus photo credit Brian Jones, Da’Vinchi photo… Continue reading Lifetime’s ‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ Set For 2025
Tia Mowry Set to Star & Executive Produce Lifetime’s ‘A Very Merry Beauty Salon’
TIA MOWRY SET TO STAR IN AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCE NEW LIFETIME ORIGINAL MOVIE A VERY MERRY BEAUTY SALON AS PART OF NETWORK’S IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFETIME HOLIDAY SLATE PRODUCED BY FOX ENTERTAINMENT STUDIOS’ MARVISTA ENTERTAINMENT, RONREACO LEE, DONNA BISCOE, COCOA BROWN AND ASHLI AUGUILLARD ALSO STAR LOS ANGELES, CA (September 26, 2024) – It’s beginning to look a lot… Continue reading Tia Mowry Set to Star & Executive Produce Lifetime’s ‘A Very Merry Beauty Salon’
NAN 2024 Triumph Awards to Honor Robert De Niro, Gladys Knight, Wynton Marsalis
NAN 2024 TRIUMPH AWARDS TO CELEBRATE REV. AL SHARPTON’S 70th BIRTHDAY, HONOR GLADYS KNIGHT, ROBERT DE NIRO, WYNTON MARSALIS AND CAROLYN “COOKIE” MASON LUMINARIES New York, NY (September 23, 2024) – Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network (NAN) announced this year’s Triumph Awards recipients will include ten-time Grammy Award winning musician Gladys… Continue reading NAN 2024 Triumph Awards to Honor Robert De Niro, Gladys Knight, Wynton Marsalis
Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) October 23 and 27
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WHITNEY HOUSTON – THE CONCERT FOR A NEW SOUTH AFRICA (DURBAN) COMING TO CINEMAS WORLDWIDE ON OCTOBER 23 and 27 Trafalgar Releasing and Sony Music Entertainment in Partnership with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music to Bring the Fully Remastered Never-Before-Seen Concert Film to Global Audiences in… Continue reading Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) October 23 and 27
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’
Oprah Winfrey to Host ‘Unite for America’ Call
‘UNITE FOR AMERICA’ LIVE STREAMING EVENT HOSTED BY OPRAH WINFREY IN COLLABORATION WITH ‘WIN WITH BLACK WOMEN’ AND OVER 140 ‘WIN WITH HARRIS’ GRASSROOTS GROUPS ON SEPTEMBER 19 AT 8 PM/ET ‘Unite for America’ Event to Bring Together Voters in Battleground States and Beyond in Advance of November 5th Election Day WASHINGTON, D.C.… Continue reading Oprah Winfrey to Host ‘Unite for America’ Call
Stephen A. Smith Admits Strained Relationship With Former Co-Host Skip Bayless
ESPN‘s Stephen A. Smith and former FS1 personality Skip Bayless (Undisputed) were once co-hosts in the early days of First Take and had a casual friendship over the years despite being on competing networks. That changed after Bayless and current First Take co-host and former Undisputed co-host Shannon Sharpe bumped heads. The former football player… Continue reading Stephen A. Smith Admits Strained Relationship With Former Co-Host Skip Bayless
ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Heading To Howard University
ESPN’s First Take program is going on the road this semester and the first stop will be at Howard University. The channel announced that First Take will be broadcasting from several HBCUs when the debate show featuring Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Molly Querin embarks with “First Take on The Road.” The team will… Continue reading ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Heading To Howard University
Keke Palmer’s Saving Our Daughters Partners with Concord Theatricals
Keke Palmer, Saving Our Daughters CONCORD THEATRICALS PARTNERS WITH KEKE PALMER’S SAVING OUR DAUGHTERS’ LITTLE CINDERELLA REPORTERS INITIATIVE The Collaboration Seeks To Inspire Elementary Aged Girls In Career Arts Development New York, NY (August 29, 2024) – Saving Our Daughters, co-founded by actress & philanthropist Keke Palmer, is excited to announce its partnership with Concord… Continue reading Keke Palmer’s Saving Our Daughters Partners with Concord Theatricals
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