Celebrity News
Samara Cyn & DJ Premier deliver a cover of A Tribe Called Quest's "Can I Kick It?" for Major League Soccer's new campaign.
Brandy is reassuring fans that she’s doing well after recent conversations about her noticeably slimmer appearance. The Grammy-winning singer says she’s healthy, feeling great, and focused on creating new music for her next album. While social media has been filled with speculation, Brandy is shifting the conversation back to what matters most—her artistry. With a […]
One of the most touching moments of the ESSENCE Black Women in Music Awards came when Missy Elliott paused her acceptance speech to honor Monica—not for her chart-topping hits, but for her unwavering friendship. Fighting back tears, Missy shared that Monica stood beside her during one of the darkest and most isolating chapters of her […]
George E. Johnson, the founder of the pioneering Johnson Products Company focused on hair care, has died at 99.
MC Sparky D began her career in in early 1980s and was one of the key figures in the "Roxanne Wars" battles on wax.
The Gulf Coast Challenge is bringing the energy long before kickoff. Hip-hop icons Juvenile and Webbie have been announced as the headliners for HBCU Fest on October 2 in Mobile, Alabama, kicking off one of the nation’s premier HBCU football weekends. The concert sets the stage for the annual Gulf Coast Challenge matchup between Alabama […]
A conversation about music has become a larger debate about culture. Grammy-winning singer India.Arie says her criticism of Yung Miami’s hit “Spend Dat” isn’t about canceling an artist—it’s about questioning the messages society embraces. After her comments sparked backlash online, India.Arie clarified that she is not calling for a boycott, but encouraging listeners to think […]
The BET Awards have concluded, with Clipse and Teyana Taylor nothing three awards each, along with notable snubs.
New discord is unfolding between Oprah Winfrey and Whitney Houston’s estate after Oprah recalled a 2009 Oprah Show moment involving Houston allegedly falling off stage during a relapse. Houston’s family is pushing back strongly, saying the account is inaccurate and unfairly tied to substance use. The dispute has reignited debate over how the late music […]
Two of New Orleans' top record labels, Cash Money Records and No Limit Records, have announced a joint tour.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was initially set to be released from prison on June 4, 2028, but now will go free on February 23, 2028.
One of the world’s most recognizable actors has received one of Britain’s highest honors. Idris Elba is now Sir Idris Elba after being knighted by King Charles III for his service to young people. But the acclaimed actor says the recognition isn’t just about him—it’s a tribute to the countless young people whose resilience, ambition, and potential continue to inspire his […]