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*Hey EURians, here we go again! We’ve got another chance for you to win some fun prizes courtesy of FOX and its smash hit show, “ Empire.” That’s right, season 2 of the highly anticipated FOX-TV hit series returns Wednesday, September 23 and we’re giving you the opportunity to enter for a chance to […]

TV One Kicks Off ‘ Empire’ Memorial Day Weekend Marathon *TV One is welcoming the summer with an epic Memorial Day ‘Empire’ Marathon spanning two consecutive days, Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30. Viewers are invited to binge watch the deliciously devious Lyon family and their dynastic drama starting with Season 1 on […]

EMPIRE: Cookie (Taraji P. Henson, L) takes over Anika’s (Grace Gealey, R) meeting in the “False Imposition” episode of EMPIRE *It’s no secret that films and television shows with predominantly-black casts have a rough time being acquired overseas, because the decision makers don’t believe viewers will tune in. “’The Cosby Show’ was the first — and […]

[…] good writin’ and makes for some good readin’, too. We’re referring to an article at Grantland from writer Wesley Morris about network TV’s hottest new show in decades, “ Empire” on Fox. Morris says he’s never seen anything that gets away with everything “Empire“ gets away with — murder, basically. “I’ve never seen anything on network television this […]

[…] television, music, literature and film; as well as individuals or groups who promote social justice through creative endeavors. On the TV end, “Bessie,” “The Wiz Live!,” “ Empire,” “Being Mary Jane,” “black-ish,” “How to Get Away With Murder,” “Scandal” and “Power” were among the nominees, with acting nods going to “Empire’s” Taraji P. Henson, […]

*It’s too soon to tell if Fox’s Empire will fall victim to the dreaded sophomore slump, but let’s just say that even though the first three episodes aren’t exactly chockfull of the stuff that would earn last season’s breakout hit a passing grade, it’s likely that Empire will stay atop everyone’s guilty pleasure TV […]

Bryshere Gray and Taraji P. Henson in Empire “Fires of Heaven” Season 2 Episode 3 *It looks as though Empire has finally settled into a groove that makes it a little more watchable this week. In episode three, there are far fewer over-the-top scenarios and much more bickering within the Lyon clan, which is […]

[…] written, produced and directed by nationally syndicated radio host Russ Parr (Hear No Evil, The Undershepherd, 35 and Ticking), and an all-day marathon the second season of EMPIRE, television’s award-winning and most nominated series, on Monday, Sept. 5, beginning at 7 a.m. ET. RINGSIDE stars Tyler Lepley (The Haves and the Have Nots, Baggage […]

EMPIRE: Cookie (Taraji P. Henson, R) and Porsha (guest star Ta’Rhonda Jones, L) try to save Empire Ent. in the “Unto the Breach” episode *Women’s Wear Daily’s Sept. 15 issue has an extensive piece detailing the effect of “Empire” on the fashion industry – and the huge impact of Cookie Lyon’s wardrobe and accessories: Judith […]

*This reviewer must confess the initial hesitation we experienced about delving into the “ Empire” hype. The skepticism stemming from the criticism the show received upon its launch. The homosexual theme, Terrance Howard’s thug persona, Gabourey Sidibe’s distracting blonde weave and Taraji P. Henson’s aggressive Cookie character were enough to have many dismissing “Empire” […]

*As the world knows, Fox’s “ Empire” is all the rage these days. The show is so hot, the ratings are historic! But not everybody is on board with the show. One of them, J. Dahl Murphy, an EUR partisan, contacted us to share her incisive thoughts about the program. ————————– *Listening to my […]

Taraji P. Henson (Cookie) and Bryshere Gray (Hakeem) in a scene from Empire (Season 2, Episode 6) Dear Lee Daniels, After viewing last night’s episode of Empire, I’ve got three questions. 1. What? 2. Why? 3. Seriously? Lee, you’re better than this. Last night’s show was about as tasty as a deep-fried cockroach fritter. […]

*Some of us might still be looking forward to the end of Empire’s second season but at least the episodes leading into the holiday hiatus are getting easier to watch. It appears that there’s been an exorcism of sorts in the Empire writing room. Someone finally figured out how to create a more cohesive flow […]

[…] attends Angel Ball 2015 hosted by Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation *Patti LaBelle  and  Denise Rich  “flipped the switch” for Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research and light the world-famous Empire State Building’s tower lights in red and purple in honor of Angel Ball 2015. Patti LaBelle and Denise Rich Light Empire State Building for Gabrielle’s Angel […]

Ancient American Empire of Xi: Queen of Diamonds and Gold; Califia and the California Blacks Queen Califia Cave Art “Whoever controls the images, control your self-esteem, self respect, and self development, whoever controls your history controls your vision. — Dr. Leonard Jeffries *In the continental United States of America, there were Africans who came […]