Cynthia Erivo

Top 10 Entertainment Stories of 2024

There’s no denying that Kendrick Lamar took over 2024 with his Drake diss track, “Not Like Us.” As if releasing the number one song that took over the radio, clubs, and social media wasn’t enough, the rapper announced his “The Pop Out – Ken & Friends” concert that had fans scurrying to buy tickets. The three-hour event took place on Juneteenth at the Kia Forum and featured performances from up-and-coming and veteran artists. The legendary Dr. Dre, Steve Lacy, Ty Dolla Sign, Dom Kennedy, Tyler The Creator, and Ab-Soul, were just a few of the many performers for the ‘Pop Out.” Tommy The Clown and his dance group, the T-Squad, also made an appearance and showcased the years of work the inventor of “clowning” has put in.

Debbie Allen Honors Lee Daniels During Remember My Name Ball

The second annual Remember My Name Ball hosted by Debbie Allen and conceived with Jack Mizrahi and playwright Jordan E. Cooper manifested on August 16, at the Rhimes Performing Arts Center in South L.A. Patrons witnessed legends and emerging icons of Ballroom culture deliver dynamic artistry on the runway through dance and rhythmic movement with Black bodies that were opulently adorned.

Awkwafina, Zendaya among 819 invited to join film academy

Cynthia Erivo, John David Washington, Eva Longoria, Zendaya and Awkwafina are among the 819 people who have been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The organization that puts on the Oscars announced the new invitees Tuesday. If they accept, which most do, those in the new class will have voting privileges at this year’s Oscars.