‘The Boondocks’ Writers Discuss New Show ‘Sugar and Toys’, Social Commentary and Creativity
August 1, 2019
The Fuse late night television sketch comedy series highlights social commentary using humor.
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Walter Mosley Brings Life to FX’s “Snowfall”
July 25, 2019
In season three of FX’s “Snowfall,” crack cocaine is spreading like wildfire through South Central and like a wildfire, it continues its path of destruction, changing the culture foreve
Diallo Riddle and Bashir Salahuddin Bring Intelligent Humor to “South Side” on Comedy Central
July 25, 2019
“South Side” follows two friends who just graduated from community college stuck at “Rent-T-Own,” with an ensemble of quirky characters based in Chicago.
VH1’s “Love & Listings” Showcases Black Real Estate Agents
July 25, 2019
The diverse cast will open up their lives to the realty of being a Black real estate agent in Southern California.
Demetria McKinney “Spills the Tea”
July 25, 2019
In “A House Divided,” McKinney’s character, Carissa Walker, brings new color to a woman not afraid to use her sensuality to move up in the world.
‘South Central Love’ Created By 25-Year-Old Filmmaker Christina Cooper Stands as a Change Agent in the Fight Against Gun Violence
July 18, 2019
“South Central Love” was created from a place of purpose, philanthropy, and love.
Kevin Nash, KJLH On-Air Radio Personality and Community Leader Shares the Power of Radio with Los Angeles, Past, Present, and Future
July 18, 2019
Having got his first job and as he says “big break” at age 12, Nash has been working over the air for 38 years.
Priscilla Shirer stars in new faith-based film ‘Overcomer’
July 18, 2019
In the new faith-based film “Overcomer” the issues of faith take center stage.
Classic film “Cooley High” set to screen July 8th
July 4, 2019
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will feature a special screening of the classic film “Cooley High”, at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater. The screening will be hosted by Robert Townsend with special guests Michael Schults and Lawerence Hilton.
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Taste of Soul Launches New Digital StarQuest 2019 Competition
July 4, 2019
Every year, at Bakewell Media’s Taste of Soul family & food festival, hundreds of hopeful performers audition for a chance to showcase their talent in front of thousands on the StarQuest stage at Taste of Soul. That opportunity returns this summer with the launch of the StarQuest 2019 competition. All interested and talented vocalists can now submit a video audition by visiting TasteofSoul.org and the Taste of Soul Instagram – @TasteofsoulLA.
Cuba Gooding Jr.’s Request to Toss Groping Case is Denied
June 26, 2019
NEW YORK (AP) — A judge rejected Cuba Gooding Jr.’s bid to throw out his New York City groping case so he can continue working, saying Wednesday that she needed time to review written arguments and didn’t want to make a rash decision. Judge Keisha Espinal said she wouldn’t rule on the actor’s request to dismiss the misdemeanor case until Aug. 14, dashing his and his lawyers’ hopes of swiftly scotching 2-week-old charges that he grabbed a woman’s breast at a Manhattan bar, which he denies. The Oscar-winning “Jerry Maguire” star’s upcoming film projects could be in jeopardy if the
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Singer Jhala Angelique Talks Life After StarQuest 4 Kids Singing Competition
June 13, 2019
Since winning the competition, Jhala Angelique has begun making a name for herself throughout the Greater Los Angeles area as a rising artist. Recently the Sentinel caught up with the child prodigy to discuss her life after StarQuest.
WACO Theater Center: Where Art Can Occur 3rd Annual Wearable Art Gala
June 6, 2019
The 3rd Annual Wearable Art Gala was held at Santa Monica’s Historic Landmark Barker Hangar, on Saturday, June 1st.
Single fatherhood pushed ‘The Chi’ star Curtiss Cook to achieve acting goals
May 30, 2019
Cook discusses his journey into acting, being a single father of three children, and the significant role “The Chi” plays for the Black community
Grammy-Nominated Artist Tracy Carter Gears Up to Share His Talent, Creativity And Truth Through Musical Expression
May 30, 2019
Carter is here to make sounds that tell stories, uplift and are in exact alignment with who he is.