‘The Hitman’s Bodyguard’ Film Review by Kam Williams

*In “The Hitman’s Bodyguard,” world-class bodyguard Michael Bryce’s (Ryan Reynolds) services were in great demand when a Japanese tycoon (Tsuwayuki Saotome) was executed on his watch. That botched operation ruined not only his professional reputation but his romantic relationship with Interpol agent Amelia (Elodie Yung). In fact, his career took such a hit that a […]

PRN Alumni Foundation Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Paisley Park

*Minneapolis, Minn – September 2017 marks the 30th Anniversary of Paisley Park’s inception. The newly formed PRN Alumni Foundation, a non-profit 501c(3) (approval pending) organization whose members are former employees of Paisley Park announces a 3-day weekend celebration in Minneapolis Sept. 7-9, 2017 to commemorate the milestone. “So much innovation has taken place through the […]

Chris Brown Opens Up About Assaulting Rihanna [WATCH]

*Chris Brown opens up about the time he beat the hell out of Rhianna in his new “Welcome to My Life” documentary, which hit limited theaters over the summer, but now the film is available on iTunes. In an effort to promote the project, a clip from the doc has hit the Internet in which […]

Workshop: Want to Learn How to ‘Make Money With Your Honey’? This Couple Shows You How

*Howard and Danielle Taylor are living the life of their dreams. As self-proclaimed “serial entrepreneurs,” they have not only developed successful businesses — yes, that’s intentionally plural — they have also traveled to 19 countries, seen three wonders of the world, and invested in real estate. Whatever this couple is doing is working well, and […]

Gabrielle Union Teams With New York & Co. for First Fashion Line (Pics)

*Fresh from her fashion-filled tour of Europe this summer with NBA hubby Dwyane Wade, Gabrielle Union has just introduced her own fashion line, designed exclusively for New York & Co. The “Being Mary Jane” star launched an affordable line of easy-to-style kimono jackets, flattering sweater dresses, off-shoulder jumpsuits and more, in colors such as Ming […]

Kanye West Didn’t Want his Kids On ‘KUWTK’, Gets Final Approval Over his Footage

*Kanye West has complete control of his image when it comes to his appearances on “Keeping Up With the Kardashians.” “I will get it and show him. He knows that I’m really protective of him,” his wife, Kim Kardashian, told The Hollywood Reporter of his approval, adding: “He doesn’t like to film everything. It’s not his show.” […]

AffordableSchools.net Announces the 30 Most Affordable Online Bachelor’s-Granting Historically Black Colleges/Universities

*SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Historically Black Colleges & Universities have played a pivotal role in our nation’s history. As higher education moves online, many HBCU’s are offering online education opportunities for their students. In its mission to help students keep college reasonably priced, AffordableSchools.net has highlighted the most affordable online opportunities currently offered by HBCU institutions. […]

Seth Meyers Experiences his Writer’s Very Black ‘Safe Space’ Backstage (Watch)

*On “Late Night with Seth Meyers” Tuesday, black writer Amber Ruffin was due to appear on camera and discuss the stress of Charlottesville, but instead ended up taking Meyers to her “safe space” backstage. Filled with photos of such inspiring black women as Michelle Obama, Maya Angelou, Simone Biles, Ava DuVernay and Madame C.J. Walker, […]

OWN Adds Series from ‘Moonlight’ Writer Tarell Alvin McCraney; Michael B. Jordan to EP

*OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today a new one-hour drama series from Tarell Alvin McCraney, co-writer and executive producer of the Academy Award-winning Best Picture “Moonlight.” Marking his first television series, McCraney will create, write and executive produce the new coming-of-age drama from Warner Horizon Scripted Television, with Mike Kelley and Melissa Loy as executive […]

First Look: Trailer for Sammy Davis, Jr. Documentary ‘I’ve Gotta Be Me’

*The first major documentary about legendary entertainer Sammy Davis, Jr. has released a first trailer ahead of its premiere next month at the Toronto International Film Festival. Directed by Peabody Award-winning filmmaker Sam Pollard, “Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me” delves into Davis’ personal life and career as he navigated through the shifting tides of […]

Lady Gaga Asks Black People How Whites Can ‘Do Better’, Black Folks Respond

*Amid the country’s heightened state of racial strife, Lady Gaga is asking the black community what she and her fellow Caucasians can do to make things better. After her first attempt to deal with racism with the hashtag #ThisIsNotUs was criticized as a form of white denial, the pop star took to Twitter again seeking […]