How A 45-Minute Visit with Michael Jackson Led to Years of Nightmares
*This might be the absolute saddest ‘True Story’ you’ve ever read about Michael Jackson. A friend sent it to me and after reading it, I tracked down the author to ask if we could reprint it. His name is David Munk, and he graciously allowed us to publish his story. Get your coffee, tea or […]
NE-YO on His Acting Aspirations + Adrienne Houghton: ‘Beauty is Not Just on the Outside!’
*On Monday, May 29, “The Real” celebrates Memorial Day! Recording artist and producer NE-YO stops by to talk about his new show World of Dance. He discusses mentoring young artists, including co-host Adrienne Houghton, and his acting aspirations. He also talks about his involvement in Hoberton School, an engineering school with a diversity initiative. In addition, the hosts […]
Tiger Woods Could Sure Use Some Black Love Right About Now (But He’s Not Gonna Get it)
*(Via NY Daily News) – If we’re being totally honest, Tiger Woods was never built for this. He did try to warn us, but only a few of us listened. “Growing up, I came up with this name: I’m a `Cablinasian.’” The term was something Woods created to describe his heritage, which was a blend […]
Black Business Association Salutes Black Music Month: Theme is ‘The Business Behind the Music’
*(LOS ANGELES, CA) – The Black Business Association (BBA), the oldest ethnic business organization in the State of California, will commemorate Black Music Month by recognizing two nationally-renowned African American entertainment icons: music executive and film producer Clarence Avant, and radio pioneer Lee Bailey. The BBA’s Awards Dinner will take place at the Millennium Biltmore […]
Tiger Woods Speaks on DUI Arrest: Says He Wasn’t Drunk; Police Report Labels Him ‘Black’
*Now we know what was behind Tiger Woods‘ DUI arrest early Memorial Day morning in Florida. According to the former golf champion, an “unexpected reaction” to prescription medicine is responsible for the arrest that landed him in a Florida jail Monday for nearly four hours. He was released on his own recognizance. “I understand the […]
Carl ‘Apollo Creed’ Weathers Directs ‘Danny & The Deep Blue Sea’ (Opens July 1)
*Carl Weathers was famous first as an NFL player with the Oakland Raiders, then as an actor for his iconic movie roles (Apollo Creed, Action Jackson), and his roles as a regular on several TV series (Chicago Justice, Brothers, In the Heat of the Night, Street Justice), and as a television director (Always Night, For […]
Laura Govan Speaks on Iyanla Episode, Conflicts with Parents, Sister and Gilbert Arenas (WATCH)
*If you missed it, Saturday night (05-27-19)reality TV star Laura Govan was featured on “Iyanla: Fix My Life.” She was there to get help/advice for a number of issues. Among the things Govan is dealing with is her controversial relationship with ex-fiancé, Gilbert Arenas, her torn relationship with her sister (Gloria Govan) and more including […]
DJ Khaled: Hitmaker Eyeing L.A. Reid’s Old Spot at Epic Records
*Is DJ Khaled gunning for L.A. Reid’s position at Epic Records? Reid stepped down from his position as the head of Epic Records amid sexual harassment allegations, and according to reports, DJ Khaled is eyeing the job. A source told PageSix, “He was petitioning to get that job. He’s like, ‘I make more happen than […]
Oh No! Chipotle Hit By Hackers, Customers Payment Info Compromised
*Dang, Mexican food restaurant Chipotle just can’t seem to get a break! Ever since they were hit with the whole food poisoning claim in 2015, the restaurant chain has been struggling to get their financial footing back on track and convince former customers (I was one of ’em) that it’s safe to come back. They were […]
An ‘Arrogant’ Tiger ‘Woods BUSTED for DUI in Florida; DJ Quik Speaks on Situation (WATCH)
*Uh oh, Tiger Woods is being a bad boy again. If you haven’t heard, Tiger was arrested this morning and charged for DUI in Jupiter, Florida. Specifically, the internationally known golfer was stopped by authorities early Monday morning for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. He was taken in around 3am and […]
‘L&HH ATL’ Cast Cover Graduation Costs for Seniors (WATCH)
*Some of the ladies of “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” took a break from their TV drama and dropped by a local high school to help a few high school seniors pay their graduation costs. Karlie Redd, Mimi Faust, Rasheeda Frost, and Sierra Gates stopped by Columbia High School in Atlanta to surprise 10 seniors […]
Details Revealed About Peter Thomas’ ‘RHOA’ Spin-Off Show
*For months, rumors have swirled about “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” husband, Peter Thomas, getting his own spin-off show on Bravo in the wake of his divorce from series star Cynthia Bailey. Now, reports have revealed details about the show’s possible storylines. As RollingOut reports, Thomas recently sat down for an interview and confirmed that […]
Cardi B Slams ‘Fake Industry People’; Says She’s A Prisoner to Fame [WATCH]
“Love & Hip Hop” star Cardi B says she is OVER all of the industry fakeness, and to stress her point, she ranted about her tragic Hollywood life in a drunken video that she shared on social media. The grammatically challenged rapper/reality star aired out her frustrations in an Instagram Live video while in Dubai. […]
The Good Times Roll at The Nate Holden Performing Arts Center
*A romping, stomping good time awaits at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center with the opening of The Ebony Repertory Theatre’s presentation of Five Guys Named Moe. The hilariously stimulating musical is on stage now through June 11th 2017. The show debuted in London in 1990 and on Broadway in 1992 and has since played […]
Jordan Peele’s Next Social Thriller Set For 2019 Release
*After the success of his directorial debut “Get Out,” comedian/actor Jordan Peele inked a first-look deal with Universal. Now the studio has dated his next film for March 15, 2019. Plot details about the still-untitled social thriller are being kept under wraps. Peele will write, direct, and produce the project based on his original idea. […]
