[…] took the credit. Hemings became the property of Jefferson at age 8, serving as the “valet, chauffeur, and chef,” according to the James Hemings Society. OTHER NEWS: ‘ Yara Shahidi’s Day Off’ Exclusive Clip: Saddling Up with Amanda Seales | Watch Jefferson allowed Hemings to hone his culinary skills under a French chef in Annapolis, and […]
[…] evening, entitled “Black History: Our Image, Our Media, Our Legacy,” included a keynote speech by Martin Luther King III, a “Why Diversity Matters” presentation by “Black-ish” actress Yara Shahidi. Why Diversity Matters Panel There was a panel moderated by broadcast journalist Ed Gordon featuring Tiffany R. Warren Dabo Che (Executive Creative Director at Spike DDB), […]
[…] a pic from Wednesday’s “Black-ish” premiere when dad explains to his daughter’s white friends why their use of the n-word is unacceptable. BLACK-ISH – “THE Word” — YARA SHAHIDI, ANTHONY ANDERSON This isn’t the first time Kylie has been caught in racial backlash. She was accused of donning blackface for a cover shoot this past […]
[…] network’s best series start overall since “Shadowhunters” two years ago. The renewal was announced during the “Grown-ish” panel at Thursday’s (01-18-18) inaugural “Freeform Summit,” reports Deadline. Starring Yara Shahidi from ABC’s “Black-ish,” the half-hour college-set comedy tackles current social issues and complexities facing both students and administrators. It follows Zoey (Shahidi), a popular, entitled, stylish […]
[…] convenient for her.” Kelis and Nas got married in 2005 and she filed for divorce in 2009. The divorce was finalized a year later. Fun Fact: “Grown-ish” star Yara Shahidi served as a flower girl in their nuptials. As Essence reported, “she rocked a white dress coupled with a tiny tiara atop her gorgeous head of curls.” […]
Maxine Waters. Isse Rae, Yara Shahidi *This year, the “Black Girls Rock! 2017″ was a night to remember with a room full of black girl magic, their were performances from IndieArie, Sza, Tasha Cobbs and more. This yearly star studded awards show recognizes black women in the field of entertainment, social justice, community activism and politics. Some of the […]
[…] Lewis, the first #BlackActress Panel event was held recently at Russell Simmons’ All Def Digital studios in Los Angeles, California. Addressing a sold out audience, the panelists included Yara Shahidi (Black-ish), Quinta B (Buzzfeed), Keesha Sharp (Girlfriends), and Reagan Gomez (The Cleveland Show). Hosted by Andrea Lewis: Panelists included Yara Shahidi, Quinta B, Keesha Sharp, and Reagan Gomez. […]
* Yara Shahidi (ABC’s Black-ish); Numa Perrier (Black&Sexy TV); and Philippines native Jose Antonio Vargas (Documented: A film by an undocumented American) are the panelistof the next generation leaders to discuss the impact of new ideas in Hollywood * More than 400 Hollywood entertainers, members of NAACP, and aspiring television and filmmaking students expected to attend. […]
[…] Liberation Army member Assata Shakur, who broke out of jail and fled to Cuba The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback announced that comedian Hannibal Buress and actress Yara Shahidi would both donate $10,000 to Assata’s Daughters, which says it “carries on the tradition of radical liberatory activism encompassed by Assata Shakur.” The charity is a […]
[…] low, you’re likely to experience mood instability, according to researchers. Below are 7 foods that scientists claim will make you a happier person, via CNET. OTHER NEWS: Yara Shahidi Debuts New Facebook Watch Series | Watch Video Exclusive Top view of broken dark chocolate bar and chocolate powder isolated on white table 1. Dark chocolate […]
[…] ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza on March 09, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Arnold Turner/Getty Images for ESSENCE) Viola Davis, Yara Shahidi, Quinta Brunson, Chinonye Chukwu, Daniel Kaluuya, and Ryan Coogler served as presenters. Notable attendees from the film, television, fashion, and entertainment industry included Mayor Karen Bass, […]
[…] interested. Dever says she read the script years ago and knew it was special. She instantly fell in love with the sarcasm of the character. OTHER NEWS: Yara Shahidi Debuts New Facebook Watch Series | Watch Video Exclusive It’s a process. #Rosaline starts streaming this Friday on @Hulu. pic.twitter.com/ShJVPUNiZY — 20th Century Studios (@20thcentury) October […]
Elaine Welteroth speaks onstage during The Teen Vogue Summit LA: Keynote Conversation with Hillary Rodham Clinton and actress Yara Shahidi on December 2, 2017 in Playa Vista, California. *Elaine Welteroth, the youngest and first ever black editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue, is stepping down from her position as after just nine months on the job. Blog Fashionista reported […]
