D’Kia Anderson doesn’t shy away from hard truths—whether she’s embodying complex characters on screen or speaking candidly about her own life. The Baltimore-born actress is carving a path in Hollywood not only with her talent but also with a growing platform rooted in mental health advocacy.
David Lami Friebe, known to many as just Lami, may be best known today for his recurring role as Trey, the charming delivery man on Tyler Perry’s hit BET series “Sistas,” but his creative roots run far deeper than television. A gifted actor, musician, and storyteller, Friebe’s artistic journey spans continents, cultures, and mediums — from jazz-infused church services to voice acting in genocide memorials to the sun-soaked sidewalks of Venice Beach, where he beat his dream-laced drums and tested his voice with strangers.
The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) hosted its 16th Annual AAFCA Awards in Beverly Hills, celebrating outstanding achievements in film and recognizing the top ten films of the year.
Noble says creativity is a very human endeavor of self-expression, and there is dignity in the art people produce, especially amongst Black creatives and performers. People of color do not want to lose their ability to create work that is beautiful, meaningful, and inspiring, she adds.
With the rise of e-commerce and automated checkout systems, traditional retail roles may diminish. Cashiers: Similar to retail salespersons, automated checkout systems are reducing the need for human cashiers. Telemarketers: AI-driven chatbots and voice recognition systems are increasingly handling customer inquiries. Data Entry Clerks: Automation tools can handle routine data entry tasks more efficiently. Bookkeepers and Accounting Clerks: AI can automate many financial tasks, potentially reducing the need for manual bookkeeping.
Busy is the best way to depict Christian Keyes. In addition to his insurmountable television credits, he is also a singer, songwriter, and author.
Three super-talented individuals won the Taste of Soul Starquest Singing Competion – La Fleur, Zeal, and Alaman. Visitors can see these rising stars perform live at the 18th Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., on Crenshaw Blvd., between Stocker St. and Obama Blvd.
The singer shares advice from Drake & Chris Brown that changed the trajectory of his career
Actor Jay Hunter best known for his roles in “And Just Like That,” “The Rookie,” “Tyler Perry’s If Loving You is Wrong,” and “Tyler Perry’s Acrimony” is comfortable revealing his highs and lows in Hollywood. In fact, he says he is more than willing to talk about it with anyone who might find inspiration in it.
Grammy-Nominated Artist/Percussionist Victor Orlando, known as the ‘”Percussionist to the Stars,” presents “70s at 70 Birthday Concert” on Tuesday, November 22, at Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 Sunset Blvd., in Hollywood. The red-carpet opens at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8:30 p.m. 1970s style dress is optional.
Here’s what I learned from David Mann and Tamela Mann about working over the years with mogul Tyler Perry and what it’s like to “retire” their characters.
The world was taken for a surprise Thursday, January 28 when the news broke that legendary actress Cicely Tyson had passed away at the age of 96. The pioneering Hollywood actress left a legacy of grace, beauty, and immeasurable talent after starring in television shows and films for over 60 years.
In the season of racial equality and diversity in leadership, former development director Amber Rasberry accepted the position of a senior film executive at Amazon Studios. With a long history in the film production industry, Rasberry has a portfolio supporting the well-deserved position as a senior film executive.
The Television Academy announced that entertainment industry icon Tyler Perry and The Perry Foundation will receive the 2020 Governors Award “in recognition of their unparalleled contributions to shaping the television medium.”
Having been in the industry for 18 years, Brewer spent a lot of time perfecting his various crafts