Dr. Veronica Appleton Asks the Question… ‘Mama Why?’
September 5, 2024
Dr. Veronica Appleton is a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) expert.
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Chukwudi Iwuji Headlines ‘Cyrano de Bergerac’ at Pasadena Playhouse
September 4, 2024
Amongst many stage productions, and film and television adaptations of “Cyrano de Bergerac,” Iwuji said playwright Martin Crimp’s translation of the piece is different because it is “sexy, hilarious, and modern.”
Isaiah Washington is His Name
August 29, 2024
Washington said only God and his faith helped him to overcome those challenging times, and he strives to continue to uplift his name by attaching himself to provocative projects like “God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust.”
Dawn Patton Hits the Road with Try MY T at Costco!
August 28, 2024
Dawn Patton, a resident of View Park, is the founder of Try MY T, a brand of gourmet, fresh-brewed iced tea that she created in the unincorporated neighborhood of Los Angeles.
E-Will, Coko, and K-Ci Hailey are ‘Crazy For Your Love’
August 21, 2024
“When you understand what love is – it embodies all three of those components,” said Williams. “You put it all together – you’ve got to be crazy. When you find real love – love that never runs dry – love that lives – it’ll drive you crazy.”
Eric Benet on ‘Something We Can Make Love To,’ ‘Duets,’ and JBR Creative Group
August 21, 2024
Benet said labels sign deals because they initially believe in what the artists brings to them creatively, but then a team is brought in to change who the artist is organically. “Our whole approach at JBR is to be aware that the artist is the captain of that artist’s career,” said Benet.
Faly Rakotohavana Back for Season 2 of ‘UnPrisoned’ on Hulu
August 14, 2024
He continued, “I enjoy working with them so much, and Fin is such a fun character. He’s got so much going on in his head, and he has to deal with Paige and Edwin at the same time as he’s dealing with himself. He’s got the craziest parental dynamic ever.”
Jordan Cooper and Jack Mizrahi Are Having a Ball at Debbie Allen Dance Academy
August 14, 2024
“The aspect of building a house is building a home for kids and queer people who would consider themselves misfits,” said Mizrahi. “They surrounded themselves together and they built a social network, and that became a house.”
Malcolm Mays is Proud of his Work in New Play at Geffen Playhouse
August 7, 2024
Malcolm Mays stars in the upcoming production of the Tarell Alvin McCraney stage play “The Brothers Size” at the Geffen Playhouse, August 14 through September 8, 2024.
Kerri Harper-Howie Shares Family Secret to Successful McDonald’s Franchise
July 31, 2024
Attorney Kerri Harper-Howie recently authored a book, “The Family Secret: The Business and Franchise Owner’s Guide to Building Generational Wealth.” In partnership with her sister, Nicole Harper Rawlins, Harper-Howie is also a successful McDonald’s franchisee.
L.A. Spotlight – How Rita Got Jazzy!
July 31, 2024
LaRita Shelby is known popularly by jazz lovers throughout Los Angeles as “Jazzy Rita.” In addition to singing jazz for her supper, Shelby is also an actor, host, producer, publicist, and a radio and voice-over artist.
Jillian Reeves Uses Screen as Platform for Social Change!
July 31, 2024
Performing artist and content creator Jillian Reeves loves working as an actress, but she also enjoys being a writer, producer, and director of her own independent projects.
Michelle Elaine Stars as Miss Scarlet in ‘Clue’ at Ahmanson Theatre
July 17, 2024
Elaine’s character, “Miss Scarlet,” has traditionally been imagined as Caucasian in the board game and in the film as portrayed by actress Lesley Ann Warren. However, over the years the character has taken on many evolutions — from madam to spy to fortune hunter to actress, and more.
Eljay Williams Produces Award-Winning Sports Entertainment TV
July 10, 2024
Leroy “Eljay” Williams is a four-time nominated, Emmy Award-winning, senior sports editor and producer for the TNT Sports division. He is also a director.
Debbie Allen Reveals the Debbie Allen Middle School Michael Jackson Scholarship!
June 26, 2024
Debbie Allen – the multi-award-winning and multi-hyphenate actress, dancer, choreographer, director, singer, producer, and artistic director and founder of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy – recently announced a new scholarship in honor of pop music legend Michael Jackson.