ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

To commemorate the 35th anniversary of A Different World, one of the most memorable ensemble casts in television history is taking their show on the road. We discuss it here!

Usher's Halftime Show at the Super Bowl proves he's an R&B legend, sparking a debate on the best performances ever. We discuss it here!

Snoop Dogg releases new film The Underdoggs on Prime Video, offering a unique narrative that blends elements of classic sports movies with the real impact of the Snoop Youth Football League. We discuss it here!

Nia Long is set to star as Katherine Jackson in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic. We discuss it here!

Pharrell Williams has revealed a biopic titled Piece by Piece, created in collaboration with the Lego Group. We discuss it here!

Veteran actor Garrett Morris is finally set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on his 87th birthday. We discuss it here!

The Godfather of Soul and a highly influential singer of the 20th century, James Brown, is set to be immortalized in a new four-part documentary series scheduled to air on A&E in February. We discuss it here!

Issa Rae’s hit series Rap Sh*t is officially canceled over at MAX after two seasons. We discuss it here!

Longtime comedic actor Marlon Wayans is set to star in an upcoming horror film produced by Jordan Peele, titled GOAT. We discuss it here!

The Jeffersons stand as the second longest-running sitcom featuring a predominantly black cast, lasting 11 seasons and totaling 253 episodes, from January 18th, 1975, to July 2, 1985. Let’s celebrate 49 years of The Jeffersons here!

Juice premiered on January 17th, 1992, and grossed 8.8 million dollars at the box office on its opening weekend. Let’s celebrate 32 years of Juice here!

On this day twenty-eight years ago, Don’t Be A Menace hit the theaters. Let’s celebrate 28 years of Don’t Be A Menace here!

On this day seventeen years ago, we witnessed the debut of Chris Brown and Columbus Short in their breakthrough starring roles in Stomp the Yard. We celebrate 17 years of Stomp The Yard here!

Many movies in Black cinema are considered “classics,” and among them is Ice Cube’s sequel to his first hit, Next Friday. We celebrate 24 years of Next Friday here!

Oscar-winning actress and award-winning producer Regina King will portray the trailblazing political icon Shirley Chisholm in an upcoming Netflix film titled Shirley. We discuss it here!

On January 11, 1995, a television show from the minds of two Wayans Brothers premiered during one of TV’s heydays for black sitcoms. We discuss it here!

Samuel L. Jackson is slated to headline Peacock's forthcoming true crime limited series Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist. We discuss it here!

From the beginning, ASAP Rocky has been Rihanna’s biggest fan and he took his support to the next level by starring in the latest Fenty Skin campaign for the new 'Lux Balm.' We discuss it here!

On December 18th, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky graced Hollywood's Neue House to celebrate Rihanna's latest sneaker collaboration with Puma, the Creeper Phatty as part of the FENTY x PUMA exclusive line. We discuss it here!

A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop almost pulled off the seemingly impossible task of commemorating a five-decade history without noticeably leaving anything out. We discuss it here!

On Tuesday, December 5, at The Maybourne Beverly Hills, TheWrap's Power Women Summit united prominent women in entertainment and media for a day of thought-provoking, inspirational conversation. We discuss it here!

Dave Chappelle, renowned for his comedic genius, reveals a highly anticipated New Year's Eve stand-up comedy special on Netflix, marking his seventh exclusive release, amidst anticipation and acclaim. We discuss it here!

Will Smith and Michael B. Jordan set to star in I Am Legend 2, a sequel promising a new take on the original's alternate ending and a storyline set decades after the 2007 blockbuster. We discuss it here!

The idea for the movie Da ‘Partments originated from TI and DC Young Fly, and after facing numerous rejections from other corporations, they decided to take matters into their own hands. We discuss it here!

Five years have passed since Lena Waithe's highly anticipated movie, Queen & Slim, was released. We celebrate it here!

Sheryl Lee Ralph made history as the first Black Mrs. Claus at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, bringing a touch of tradition and inclusion to the iconic event. We discuss it here!

Jaleel White, most notably known for his iconic role in the critically acclaimed sitcom Family Matters, has officially reprised his role as the brilliant but accident-prone super genius in an upcoming animated film, Urkel Saves Santa: the Movie. We discuss it here!

For its seventh annual festival and marketplace, ComplexCon, a dynamic two-day convergence of pop culture, music, art, food, sports, innovation, activism, and education, returned to Long Beach on November 18 and 19. We discuss it here!

Irwin Winkler, producer of Creed, has confirmed the development of Creed IV, marking the return of franchise star Michael B. Jordan in a dual role as lead actor and director. We discuss it here!

Spike Lee’s iconic film, Malcolm X, starring Denzel Washington, gave us one of the best in depth looks into the life of the slain civil rights leader. 31 years later, this film still stands as one of the greatest biopics ever. We discuss it here!

Comedian Kevin Hart has been selected as the recipient of the Mark Twain Prize by the Kennedy Center, honoring his lifetime contributions to American humor. We discuss it here!

David E. Talbert's Almost Christmas celebrates its 7-year anniversary, blending laughter and holiday miracles with a star-studded cast led by Danny Glover and Monique. Explore the film's heartwarming tale of family, love, and festive joy. We discuss it here!

Today marks the anniversary of when Aaron McGruder blessed our screens with the first episode of The Boondocks, titled Garden Party. We discuss it here!

Raedio and HBO MAX took over XR Studios in LA for an exclusive listen to Rap Sh!t: The Mixtape and a screening of the first two episodes of Season 2. We discuss it here!

On the night of Friday, October 27th, international R&B sensation, Chris Brown, unveiled his brand-new cannabis strain Bussin’ in collaboration with Original Family Farms. We discuss it here!

With a background in motorsports and fashion, A$AP Rocky will serve as the Creative Director of PUMA's new collaboration with F1. We discuss it here!

Christine Horn is a multifaceted artist with a heart for inspiration that takes center stage. Let’s take a look at her journey from The Lion King on Broadway to roles in BMF and Snowfall. We discuss it here!

On this day sixteen years ago, the cinematic classic Why Did I Get Married hit theaters, taking us on an unforgettable journey into the complexities of modern-day relationships. We discuss it here!

The 2024 American Black Film Festival just got a dose of Issa Rae's magic as she will now serve as the festival's creative director. We discuss it here!

Run The World faces cancellation backlash as Starz axes show after second season, amid controversies and Writers Guild strike. We discuss it here!

On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, Actor and artist Nashawn Breedlove passed away in his sleep at the age of 46. We discuss it here!

Electrifying actor/comedian DC Young Fly will host the classic trivia game show, Celebrity Squares on VH1. We discuss it here!

Multi-talented sensation Chris Brown is diving headfirst into the cannabis universe with his new strain. We discuss it here!

247LC Films duo, Omar Cook and Adonis Armstrong, make their feature film directorial debut with the release of their award winning crime drama, LA Undercover, on Amazon Prime! We discuss it here!

Family and friends gathered at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood to celebrate the premiere of LA Undercover, a new 247LC Film at the Silicon Beach Film Festival. We discuss it here!

Jamie Foxx, despite health challenges earlier this year, is making a big screen comeback in his second 2023 film, The Burial. We discuss it here!

Jay-Z has successfully produced many movies over the years and he is back with another Netflix Film called The Book of Clarence. We discuss it here!

Beyoncé continues to build on top of her legacy. She is now the Honorary Mayor of Santa Clara City for one day. We discuss it here!

BET has announced that one of the most iconic Hip-Hop shows of all time Rap City is getting its own documentary. We discuss it here!

Business Mogul and Hip Hop icon Sean “Diddy” Combs kept the promise he made at last year’s BET Awards, where he pledged to make two 1 million dollar donations to HBCUs, Howard University and Jackson State, after receiving the prestigious lifetime achievement award. We discuss it here!

40-year-old Irvin Cartagena, of Aibonito, Puerto Rico, was sentenced Friday for his role in the sale of fentanyl-laced heroin that led to the death of “The Wire” actor Michael K. Williams. We discuss it here!

Michael B. Jordan and Oprah Winfrey are among the esteemed Hollywood figures set to be honored during the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures' third annual fundraising gala. We discuss it here!

Angie Martinez, "The Voice of New York," earns prestigious induction into the New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame, recognizing her groundbreaking contributions in media, music, and philanthropy. We discuss it here!

Actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson makes historic 7-figure donation to support struggling actors amidst Hollywood strike. We discuss it here!

The members of The SAG-AFTRA foundation have taken to the streets as they officially kicked off their strike for the union. The strike comes after financial challenges actors and writers are facing in the industry by not getting paid for what they're worth. We discuss it here!

Entrepreneur Dame Dash shared valuable insights on the strategies necessary to maintain millionaire status during an interview for the Get Humbled interview series hosted by hair stylist Shanita Robinson. We discuss it here!

Jamie Foxx is joining forces with Colin Firth to produce an upcoming documentary on the life of music icon, Luther Vandross. “He’s one of the greatest singers in the history of music. It is truly an honor to be a part of the team to help bring this incredible story to the masses.” We discuss it here!

Chadwick Boseman to receive posthumous Hollywood Walk of Fame Star in 2024 alongside diverse group of entertainment icons. We discuss it here!

Fashion House LANVIN LAB has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with celebrated Grammy-winning artist, FUTURE. Future will design a collection celebrating a ground-breaking and individualistic vision that bridges the gap between music and fashion. We discuss it here!

Angela Bassett will be presented with an honorary Oscar this fall at the 14th annual Governors Awards for her contributions to the entertainment industry. We discuss it here!