Remembering Willie Thrower, The NFL’s First Black Quarterback
We’re familiar with names like Jalen Hurts, Russell Willson, and Patrick Mahomes, who hopes to lead the Kansas City Chiefs to their second championship in a row this Super Bowl LVIII weekend. But long before Mahomes even picked up the pigskin there was Willie Thrower, the first Black quarterback to ever play in the NFL […]
David Oyelowo Partners With Roku To Launch New Channel Amplifying Black Stories
Golden Globe Award-winning actor David Oyelowo is launching “Mansa Mix,” a free streaming service on The Roku Channel that will put Black stories on screen. Mansa Mix is an ad-supported station that will offer a curated selection of films and television series that celebrate Black culture from around the globe. “Mansa is dedicated to showcasing […]
Gabby Douglas Announces Return To Professional Gymnastics
She’s back–and we’re here for it! Gabby Douglas–the awe-inspiring gymnast who secured the Olympic all-around gold medal in 2012–has declared her return to professional gymnastics after an eight-year hiatus, NBC News reports. Expressing her competitive spirit, Douglas shared in a recent interview on Hallie Jackson NOW, “I’m still a competitor at heart.” Inspired by the […]
Donnie Simpson To Be Inducted Into Broadcasting Hall of Fame
They’re recognizing his 55-year career! The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) recently revealed that Donnie Simpson is set to join the ranks of the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2024. Recognizing his unparalleled contributions to radio, Simpson’s induction will be celebrated at the NAB Show on Monday, April 15, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada. […]
New 19-Foot Kobe Bryant Statue Unveiled Outside the Lakers’ Arena
He’ll be remembered in history forever! This week, the Los Angeles Lakers unveiled a new statue of Kobe Bryant outside the Crypto.com arena, NBA.com reports. The 19-foot, 4,000-pound bronze statue depicts Bryant in a white No.8 jersey with his right index finger raised to the sky, a pose Bryant made after his outstanding 81-point game […]
Beyoncé Releases New Haircare Line Cécred
Singer, songwriter, and business mogul Beyoncé is jumping back into retail with haircare. With the upcoming release of her brand new haircare line, Cécred, scheduled for February 20th, fans and beauty enthusiasts alike are eagerly awaiting the launch. Despite limited details provided in recent Instagram posts, excitement for the brand has skyrocketed, with the account […]
Watch This Groom Share Heartwarming Moment With Bride’s 7-Year-Old Son
Their bond is solid! In a touching moment that has captured hearts online, Eldridge Buchanan made vows not just to his bride, Asia Green Buchanan, but also to her son, Kayden, during their wedding ceremony in October. The emotional exchange was captured on camera and shared on Instagram in January. The video clip of Buchanan’s […]
Taraji, Ludacris, & Lil Jon Team Up for New Usher Super Bowl Halftime Show Ad
A new star-studded ad featuring Ludacris, Lil Jon, and Taraji P. Henson spoofs The Hangover for Usher’s Halftime Show promo. The ad takes the trio on a race against the clock to find Usher for Apple CEO Tim Cook, who mysteriously disappears shortly before the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show. Check out the hilarious […]
Issa Rae Announces That She’s Secured Investors For New Studio
“When I Tell You We’re Ready, We’re Ready,” says Issa Rae. In the wake of recent cancellations of Black television shows, including the unfortunate axing of her own series, Rap Sh!t, Issa Rae is not deterred. In an interview with Time, she expressed her frustration with Hollywood’s apparent back-peddling on pledges to increase diversity and […]
TikTok Celebrates Impact of #BlackTikTok & Visionary Creatives In Honor Of BHM
The Black TikTok community continues to redefine creativity and influence across various domains! TikTok has launched its #BlackTikTok Visionary Voices list for 2024, paying tribute to the Black creators, entrepreneurs, and industry disruptors who are leaving their marks on the platform and beyond. The social media giant is using the occasion of Black History Month […]