Power

A Sold-Out Crowd Gathered to Honor African Americans In The LGBTQ+ Community

The black-tie affair honored African American, trailblazing men and women whose personal and professional accomplishments have positively impacted the perception and image of the Black LGBTQ+ community. The Truth Awards embodies the belief that members of the Black LGBTQ+ community and its allies who embrace and live their truth should be recognized and honored.  In addition, BBLA awarded $13,000 in scholarships to college-bound students Julian Roberson, Algernon Jackson, and Moses Hinton.

CAA’s Misha Green and Courtney Kemp lead with The Showrunner Mentorship Program

The facts don’t lie but it’s only been a recent shift that Hollywood brass has started to really listen.  Insiders know the drill.  Black has been on trend many times and then it fizzled out as if it never existed at all.  Halle Berry spoke her truth; so to speak when former Teen Vogue editor-in-chief Elaine Welteroth interviewed her about her Oscar win (2002 win for “Monster’s Ball”).

At 88, Toni Morrison Personifies the Strength of Black Womanhood

With each masterful stroke of her pen, typewriter or (later) her computer keyboard, Legendary author, Toni Morrison keeps readers of her works and listeners of her words spellbound. “We die. That may be the meaning of life. But we do language. That may be the measure of our lives,” she once said.

Starz Signs Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson to New Multi-Year Overall Deal

Under the new deal, which includes a three series commitment, the addition of a dedicated development executive accompanied by a discretionary fund for use in developing G-Unit projects, Jackson will also have access to the full breadth of the Starz and Lionsgate platforms, including access to additional distribution channels and input into the merchandising and licensing of G-Unit developed brands and content. The scope of this new deal, in combination with his current television series and development, solidifies 50’s position as one of the most successful crossover artists of the modern television era.

Michael Rainey Jr., as the “Power” to “211”

 Most of America knows teenage actor, Michael Rainey Jr. as the strong-willed teenager, Tariq whose making heads spin on the powerful drama series “Power”. Since last season, his character has changed — a lot — from being the perfect son to just plain old, acting out making some viewers whisper the old saying about how the Apple never falls far from the tree because he is holding his own alongside Omari Hardwick, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, and Naturi Naughton.

Courtney Kemp is “Power”

Kemp makes money for the Starz network and “Power,” which revolves around a pair of drug kings desperately trying to balance legit business with street business in gritty, contemporary New York City, could be an artistic metaphor of how the Hollywood game actually works.

‘Power’ Star Naturi Naughton empowers young girls to chase their dreams

Naturi Naughton is best known for her role as Tasha, a no-nonsense wife of kingpin Ghost (Omari Hardwick) in Starz Network’s series “Power”. Naughton has become quite popular over the years through music, movies and plays. Because of her longevity and success in the entertainment business, she has become a go-to for young girls and women seeking advice about the entertainment business.