Issa Rae Opens New ‘Somerville’ Restaurant in L.A.
We need a reservation STAT! Issa Rae has opened a new restaurant in Los Angeles. Somerville is located on the Slauson Corridor in the historic View Park-Windsor Hills neighborhood and touts itself as “a progressive American dining experience.” The restaurant honors the city, with each dish focused on bold and savory dishes that capture the […]
Kelis Launches New Children’s Book Inspired by Her Travels in Africa
She’s making sure our kids see themselves in the stories! Singer/songwriter Kelis has been captivating fans all year with her travels throughout Africa. The Bounty & Full owner has been creating content all year as she explores farming practices, spices, and the wonders of Africa, exploring countries like Tanzania, Kenya, Zanzibar, and Rwanda. Now, the […]
Watch Denzel Washington & Snoop Dogg Share Heartwarming Red Carpet Moment
This is brotherly love! Denzel Washington is currently on a press run celebrating the release of his new Gladiator 2 film, Complex reports. The legendary actor attended the premiere with his wife when he ran into rapper Snoop Dogg. Donned in a crisp white jacket with a collar, Washington stopped in his tracks to greet […]
Bam Adebayo Teams up With His Mom for a Special ‘Maker’s Mark’ Bourbon Collection
He credits his mom as his inspiration! Miami Heat Star Bam Adebayo has just teamed up with his mother, Marilyn Blount, for a limited edition Maker’s Mark blend, PR Newswire reports. The Bam & Marilyn’s 1 of 1 bourbon just launched, Adebayo crediting his mom with inspiring him to work on the custom bourbon with […]
Kerry Washington to Be Honored With Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
She deserves all her flowers! Actress Kerry Washington is set to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. An Emmy-winning producer with a career spanning three decades, Washington has earned numerous accolades throughout the years and broken barriers with her work in the ABC hit TV series Scandal, as the first […]
Michael Rainey Jr. Donates $2.4M to Financial Literacy Initiative for High School Students in Staten Island
This is precisely what the kids need! Actor Michael Rainey Jr. (PowerBook II: Ghost) just teamed up with the R.A.R.E. (Restoring America through Recovery Education) Foundation to donate $2.4M in financial literacy services for three high schools in his hometown of Staten Island, New York, The Source reports. Rainey Jr. joined students at Port Richmond […]
Michael Stephens Makes History as First Black CEO of Tampa International Airport
He’s the first in the airport’s five-decade history! Michael Stephens has made history as the first Black CEO of Tampa International Airport (TPA), WTSP news reports. Stephens will take over for current CEO Joe Lopano, who announced his retirement back in February. Stephens is a U.S. Army veteran serving on active duty as a captain […]
12-Year-Old Eniola Shokunbi Receives $11.5M in Funding for Air Filter Invention
Her invention eliminates over 99% of airborne viruses! Eniola Shokunbi was in the fifth grade at Commodore MacDonough STEM Academy in Middletown, Connecticut, when her teacher tasked the class with creating a solution to future pandemic issues that might arise in schools, Shoppe Black reports. Drawn to the need for better air quality due to […]
Viola Davis to Be Honored With Prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award at 2025 Golden Globes
She now joins past honorees like Walt Disney & Oprah Winfrey! Viola Davis has been named the 2025 Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree at the 2025 Golden Globes, Variety reports. Named for director Cecil B. DeMille in 1952, the award honors Hollywood icons who have contributed to the industry in remarkable ways. Davis earned her […]
Watch Heartwarming Moment Yara Shahidi Reveals Nas Inspired Her to Attend Harvard
Black excellence runs in the family! Yara Shahidi recently sat down with actress and talk show host Sherri Shepherd to discuss her new podcast, “The Optimist Project.” The show launches November 20th, and Shahidi and her mom/business partner, Keri Shahidi, chat weekly with changemakers who they say are “activating optimism” and inspiring others through their […]