Morris Brown’s ‘Hang’n with the Girls’ Highlights Family and More
February 29, 2024
Brown wrote the book to share his adventures with his daughters and promote a positive image of Black fathers.
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Entertainment
Whoopi Goldberg Pioneering Change with Blkfam, a Groundbreaking, Black-Focused Streaming Platform
February 27, 2024
Television history, marred by a narrow portrayal of non-white characters, witnessed a transformative journey from caricatures and racist depictions to the evolution of influential, Black-centered shows like the influential and groundbreaking “The Cosby Show,” in the 1980s, “A Different World,” “Living Single,” in the 1990s, and later “Black-ish.”
NAACP Celebrates 55th Image Awards Nominees – A Star-Studded Affair
February 27, 2024
The NAACP honored the outstanding achievements of nominees for the 55th NAACP Image Awards across various entertainment mediums, including film, television, music, literature, and podcasts, during its Nominees Brunch held at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles on Feb. 25.
Beyoncé becomes first Black woman to claim top spot on Billboard’s country music chart
February 26, 2024
Beyoncé made history once again: The superstar singer has become the first Black woman to top Billboard’s country music chart.
Kodak Film Awards Celebrates Excellence in Analog Filmmaking
February 25, 2024
Director Ava DuVernay was among the winners at the 6th Annual Kodak Film Awards, which took place at the esteemed American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Clubhouse on Friday, Feb. 23.
‘American Fiction,’ ‘Past Lives’ Big Winners at Independent Spirit Awards
February 25, 2024
Big winners at the Film Independent Spirit Awards included Cord Jefferson’s comedic satire “ American Fiction,” with Jeffrey Wright winning for lead performer; and Alexander Payne’s “ The Holdovers,” which won prizes for Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Dominic Sessa.
Oscar-Nominated Team Raised $15 Million For A Los Angeles Music Repair Shop
February 23, 2024
The Los Angeles Unified School District Education Foundation will launch “The Last Repair Shop Fund,” a $15 million capital campaign to invest in the future of its previously unsung Musical Instrument Repair Shop, including a student apprenticeship program that will build the next generation of instrument technicians.
‘Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story’
February 22, 2024
Recently, Peacock released the highly anticipated three-part documentary, “Kings From Queens: The Run DMC story” which tells the journey of how Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, and Jason “Jam Master Jay” Mizell met on the streets of Hollis, Queens and became pioneers in the music industry as well as cultural icons.
Ts Madison is Black Like That and Trans Like That!
February 22, 2024
Growing up in Miami, Fl., Madison says she faced similar prejudices in her personal life. She remembers the conflict she felt growing up in church and trying to balance her faith with her own internal struggles.
Tamala Jones Stars in “Ordinary Angels.”
February 22, 2024
“I learned this life is never just about us,” said Jones. “It’s always about the impact we make on others, how we give to others, how we make others feel, and how we take care of ourselves.”
NatGeo’s New Female-Led Wildlife Series ‘QUEENS’ Narrated by Angela Bassett
February 22, 2024
National Geographics newest wildlife series QUEENS, features female matriarchies around the world to tell a story of sacrifice and resilience but also of friendship and love.
Kristen Adele Calhoun the Playwright of “Black Cypress Bayou”
February 22, 2024
“There are so many messages we get, particularly here in the U.S., that don’t point us towards love for Black folks. And any time we can declare that love boldly, it is important to balance the scale of the messaging we’ve been fed for generations,” said Calhoun.
Pan African Film & Arts Festival Screens ‘Being BeBe’
February 22, 2024
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival showcased the vibrant tapestry of Black LGBTQ stories with the spotlight screening of “Being BeBe: The BeBe Zahara Benet Documentary.”
The Arts Area and the Benton Museum Host 3rd Annual Print Pomona Art Book Fair
February 21, 2024
The Benton Museum at Pomona College and The Arts Area are pleased to present for the 3rd year, Print Pomona Art Book Fair (PPABF) on Saturday, March 2, 11 am to 7 pm and Sunday, March 3, 11 am to 5 pm at Pomona College’s Edmunds Ballroom located in the Smith Campus Center.
‘Outlaw Posse’ Debuts at Pan African Film Festival
February 21, 2024
The highly anticipated red carpet world premiere of Mario Van Peebles’ latest cinematic masterpiece, “Outlaw Posse,” took center stage at the prestigious Pan African Film & Arts Festival on Sunday, Feb. 18.