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[…] Flyy Girl will prove to be a classic.” In related news, Sanaa and her “Love And Basketball” co-stars celebrated the film’s 15th anniversary at the LA Film Festival last week. Sanaa and Omar Epps reunited for a special screening and Q&A for the film alongside its writer and director Gina Prince-Bythewood. Sanaa, Omar & Gina (photo/The YBF) Sanaa+Lathan Sanaa_Omar_Gina_LAFILMFEST

[…] partnered with major distributors including LIONSGATE on the steamy thriller FATALE starring Michael Ealy & two-time Academy Award® winner Hilary Swank and TRAFFIK, starring Paula Patton & Omar Epps as well as SONY SCREEN GEMS on the timely and insightful crime thriller BLACK & BLUE starring Academy Award® nominee Naomie Harris, Tyrese Gibson, Mike Colter […]

[…] partnered with major distributors including LIONSGATE on the steamy thriller FATALE starring Michael Ealy & two-time Academy Award® winner Hilary Swank and TRAFFIK, starring Paula Patton & Omar Epps as well as SONY SCREEN GEMS on the timely and insightful crime thriller BLACK & BLUE starring Academy Award® nominee Naomie Harris, Tyrese Gibson, Mike Colter […]

[…] that he was getting along well with Tupac because they both starred in the film “Above The Rim.” At the same time, Tupac was friends with actor Omar Epps, who happened to be Marlon’s best friend. Tupac’s friendship with Omar started when they both starred in the film “Juice.|” “So Pac was out performing at […]

[…] morality tale steeped in 90s urban culture, “Juice” marked the feature directorial debut of Spike Lee’s acclaimed cinematographer. Ernest R. Dickerson and the first starring roles for Omar Epps and an electrifying Tupac Shakur.  25 years later, the gritty and influential film continues to be celebrated for its realistic portrayal of Harlem life, the early […]

Nia Long and Omar Epps in Netflix’s ‘A Fatal Affair’ *Nia Long‘s new film with Omar Epps, “A Fatal Affair,” which started streaming on Netflix over the weekend is not exactly getting rave reviews and it appears she’s not too thrilled about it, either. One of the things that have her upset is that the movie […]

[…] early age. Keyshia Cole, Brandy, Julissa Bermudez, Terrence Jenkins, Stephen Hill, Head of Programming for BET, Alesha Renee, Gloria and Laura Govan, Shamicka Lawrence, NY Giants Wide Receiver, Kevin Ogletree, and Denver Broncos Safety,  Omar Bolden were a few of the celebrities and tastemakers bowling for a great cause as donors enjoyed custom Hennessy cocktails, and music by Jae Murphy.  Check out photos […]

[…] the ending comes amid the 25th anniversary of “Juice,” which arrived in theaters on January 17, 1992 and starred Shakur, Khalil Kain, Cindy Herron, Jermaine Hopkins and Omar Epps, who played Q. In honor of the milestone, “Juice” will be available on Blu-ray for the first time on June 6. The special edition will include […]

[…] continues to spark conversation and repeated viewings years after its theatrical release. Part of the reason for that reverence stems from the camaraderie Kain had with co-stars Omar Epps (who played Q), Jermaine Hopkins (Steel) and Tupac Shakur (Bishop). This factor is among many Kain feels contributed to “Juice” becoming such a fixture for fans […]

[…] to film, is in a way, becomes an extension of the visuals of the film.” Fueled on hip-hop and a stellar cast featuring then- big screen unknowns Omar Epps, Tupac Shakur, Khalil Kain and Cindy Herron, “Juice” offered a glimpse into the world of Q (Epps), Bishop (Shakur), Raheem (Kain) and Steel (Jermaine Hopkins) as […]

[…] less than a month of shooting, and a tight budget Deon Taylor made making the hit, new thriller “Traffik” look easy. The film which stars Paula Patton, Omar Epps, Rosalyn Sanchez and Laz Alonso was written, directed and created by Taylor by himself. The story is about a couple – Brea (Paula Patton) and John […]

[…] spoke about her acclaimed film “Love and Basketball” and how she sparred with the studio about the film’s rating over a sex scene between Sanaa Lathan and Omar Epps, Madame Noire reports.  Prince-Bythewood said, “When we did it, I was very specific about what I wanted it to be. It’s a girl’s first time, Monica’s […]

[…] has unveiled a new trailer and premiere date for “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” one of the “Power” spinoff series featuring Mary J. Blige, Method Man and Omar Epps.  “Power Book II: Ghost” aired in 2020, and follows the events that go down 48 hours after the series finale of “Power.” Three additional spinoffs are […]

*It’s been 25 years since  Ernest D. Dickerson directed the cult classic “Juice” starring Tupac Shakur, Omar Epps, Khalil Kain, and Jermaine Hopkins. In honor of the film, fans and cast members came together at the Arc Light Cinemas in Hollywood, CA in celebration of the special 25th Anniversary Blue-ray DVD release which features over […]

[…] brought along her daughter for support, songstresses Brandy and Marsha Ambrosius, The Perfect Match’ s Terrance J., NBA Star, Glen “Big Babay” Davis, The handsome Lance Gross, media maven Karen Civil, Super Bowl 50 Champ,  Omar, Bolden and many others were also on board to raise money for Girls With Gifts, Inc. Guests enjoyed an open-bar, sponsored by Hennessy V.S. and live music from B-Hen. Girls with Gifts Lance Gross and his team were victorious, as they brought home the coveted trophy and won the bowling competition in the name of charity. Proceeds from the event will fund GWG,“Reach Back, Pull Forward” Program. This unique opportunity focuses on instilling GWG’s three fundamental principles: Growing (Personal Development), Giving (Reaching Back) and Gifting (Scholarship). The extraordinary girls who participate in the program will receive an opportunity to nurture their inner talents, unwrap their gifts, and share their “presence” with the world. Girls With Gifts is not just an organization…It’s a movement! For more information visit: GirlswithGifts.org. Celebs in attendance: Erica Campbell, Brandy Norwood, Marsha Ambroious, Terrence J., Lance Gross, Karen Civil, Glen Davis, Malaysia Pargo, Lexi Scott Davis, Denver Bronco’s Omar Bolden, Aleesha Renee, Mechelle Epps, Ravaughn, Jennifer Freeman Official Sponsors: Hennessy V.S., The Epps Foundation, Just Extensions, The Supreme Team, COMPLEX, Miss Jessie’s, and more. About GWG The mission of Girls With Gifts, Inc. is to cultivate the talents of young ladies, ages 11-18, with emphasis on the arts, education and self-empowerment. Our organization focuses on personal development, mental health, service to others and scholastic excellence. Following the mantra, “Reach Back, Pull Forward,” GWG is an organization focused on changing the world through passionate young women, one gift at a time. Social Media GirlswithGifts.org. Tweets by GirlsWithGifts EmbedPress: Please enter your YouTube API key at EmbedPress > Platforms > YouTube to embed YouTube Channel. Photos Girls With Gifts Annual Celebrity Bowling Event Photo Credit: Photo by @ArnoldShoots         source: Dom Brown [email protected]   […]