Shonda Rhimes: ‘People Found Me Valuable’ After Dramatic Weight Loss
*When Shonda Rhimes lost 150 pounds a few years ago she was surprised by how her transformation caused people to react differently, and not necessarily in a good way. The creator of “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Scandal” wrote in her Shondaland newsletter that she was disturbed by the shift in folks behavior, because for the first […]
#PrisonBae Jeremy Meeks Caught Cheating with Topshop Heiress
#PrisonBae Jeremy Meeks rattled social media over the weekend when it was reported that he was caught kissing 26-year-old Topshop heiress Chloe Green. In case you didn’t know it — Meeks is a married, 33-year-old father of two – who started modeling when he was released from prison in 2016 after serving two years on […]
‘That’s So Raven’ Spinoff ‘Raven’s Home’ Releases First Trailer (Watch)
*Raven’s son starts to take after his psychic mom in the first trailer for Disney Channel’s “That’s So Raven” spinoff, “Raven’s Home.” Raven Symoné and Anneliese van der Pol are back as best friends Raven Baxter and Chelsea Daniels, but are now busy moms living under the same roof raising families of their own. Raven’s […]
NBC News Scorched for Calling Thomas Jefferson’s Slave Sally Hemings His ‘Mistress’
*This morning (July 3), NBC News sent out a tweet reporting that archaeologists had at last discovered the sleeping quarters of Sally Hemings, a slave who bore at least six children from former President Thomas Jefferson. The news, however, was overshadowed by NBC News’ choice of words – referring to Hemings as Jefferson’s “mistress,” as […]
Fire Marshalls Called Out to Packed Xscape Concert at Essence Fest
*The long-anticipated reunion of XScape was such a hot ticket at the Essence Fest on Sunday that fire officials and added police security were called to the scene. Tameka “Tiny” Harris, Tamika Scott, Kandi Burruss and LaTocha Scott took the stage together for the first time in 15 years at the Essence Superlounge, one of Essence […]
Obama’s WH Photographer Reminds Us How Presidents Should Use Their Fists
*Right on cue, the White House photographer under Barack Obama’s presidency hit up Instagram with a response to Donald Trump’s tweet showing him beating and body-slamming a CNN logo. Shortly after Trump tweeted the video on Sunday, seasoned photojournalist Pete Souza posted a throwback pic of Obama raising a friendly fist to a healthcare worker. […]
Derek Fisher’s Arraignment on DUI Charges Postponed
*Derek Fisher is still awaiting formal charges for two counts of driving under the influence after an incident last month in which he flipped his vehicle on a California highway. Fisher’s arraignment has been postponed until July 19 on the charges of operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and driving with a […]
Young Thug Donating Proceeds from NYC Concert to Planned Parenthood
*Young Thug has announced that he’s donating the proceeds from his show at New York City’s Terminal 5 to Planned Parenthood. The rapper, a father to six children, feels an apparent closeness to the nonprofit organization because he was a teen dad. “I’m donating the proceeds from my show tonight to @PPFA,” he tweeted Friday […]
Tweet Speaks: On Verge of Suicide, She Says Missy Elliott Stopped Her
Dang. Who knew? We’re talking about what almost happened to R&B singer Tweet … if it wasn’t for Missy Elliott. The bottom line is that if not for Missy, Tweet says she may have committed suicide. She told the audience at an Essence Festival event of how Elliott prevented her from doing the ultimate bad […]
Mary J. Blige Slams Kendu During Essence Festival: Divorce Has ‘Been Like Hell’
*Mary J. Blige sat down with journalist Tamron Hall during a panel at the 2017 Essence Festival and opened up about her messy public divorce from husband Kendu Isaacs. Speaking on her new album, aptly titled, “Strength of a Woman,” Blige explained the meaning behind this latest project and how her martial journey helped her find […]
Venus Williams Breaks Down at Wimbledon When Asked About Fatal Car Accident (Video)
*Following her opening round win Monday at Wimbledon, Venus Williams broke down in tears when asked at her post-match press conference how she was dealing with her involvement in a Florida car crash that killed a 78-year-old man. Asked specifically about her July 1 Facebook message offering condolences to the family of victim Jerome Barson, and […]
Eva Marcille Shoots Scenes for ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ Toward Possible Role (Report)
*Is Eva Marcille is about to get a peach? Word on the curb is that the “America’s Next Top Model” season 3 winner is being considered for the upcoming season of Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” According to TMZ, Marcille could possibly replace Cynthia Bailey or Porsha Williams, one of whom will reportedly be […]
Urban One: New Platform To Better Serve Black Community [EUR Exclusive]
*Radio One, Inc., the only African-American owned integrated multimedia company focused on Black culture, has changed its name to Urban One, Inc. Reflecting its longstanding, rich history as the most trusted source to inform, entertain and inspire the African-American community, Urban One will continue to provide culturally relevant integrated content through its iconic brands and […]
BET Streamlines Executive Leadership With New GM Michael D. Armstrong
*BET is shuffling the deck in its executive offices. The network on Thursday announced a new streamlined leadership, with Viacom International executive Michael D. Armstrong becoming the new general manager of BET Networks, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Armstrong, based in New York, will report directly to the now Los Angeles-based BET chairman and CEO […]
Madonna’s Manager Defends Jay-Z Against Claims ‘The Story of O.J.’ is Anti-Semitic
*Amid claims that Jay-Z has spewed anti-Semitism on his new song “The Story of O.J.,” Madonna’s manager Guy Oseary, who is Jewish, took to Instagram in defense of the track, calling it deliberately “based on exaggerated stereotypes to make a point.” The song from Jay-Z’s new album “4:44” includes the lyrics: “You wanna know what’s more […]
