Chris Tucker Confesses Only $10K Pay for ‘Friday’ – ‘Fanning’ Over Bernie Mac | WATCH
*Close to 30 years after its release, “Friday” remains one of the funniest and most beloved movies of all time. A big reason for its success stems from Chris Tucker, who broke through in a major way by playing the weed-smoking lead character Smokey. Unfortunately for fans, Tucker’s appearance on “Friday” was only a one-shot, […]
Bob Marley and Shirley Chisholm Biopics Enter Top 10 Charts
*”Bob Marley: One Love” and the Netflix film “Shirley” debuted in the Top 10 viewing charts at home this week. IndieWire reports that “One Love” is #1 at Fandango and #3 on iTunes. The movie celebrates the life and music of reggae icon Bob Marley, who inspired generations through his message of love, peace, and […]
Regina King Outshines in ‘Shirley,’ A Narrow Look At A Trailblazing Political Legacy | VIDEO
*(CNN) — Regina King’s spot-on performance as Shirley Chisholm outshines the movie devoted to the political trailblazer in “Shirley,” a laser-focused look at the first Black congresswoman’s 1972 presidential campaign that might have benefited from more biographical detail and less obsessing about amassing delegates. Providing only a hasty introduction, writer-director John Ridley (whose recent credits […]
Regina King Gives First TV Interview Since Beloved Son’s Suicide: ‘He Didn’t Want to be Here Anymore’ | WATCH
*(CNN) — Regina King’s favorite role has been that of being a mom. King spoke with “Good Morning America” in an interview that aired Thursday, her first since the death of her 26-year-old son Ian Alexander Jr., who died by suicide in January 2022. The actress has dedicated her forthcoming film, “Shirley,” about activist and […]
Regina King Channels Political Trailblazer Shirley Chisholm in Netflix’s ‘Shirley’ | WATCH
*In an inspiring portrayal, Oscar-winner Regina King takes on the role of political icon Shirley Chisholm in the upcoming Netflix film “Shirley,” chronicling Chisholm’s groundbreaking run for president in 1972. The film, written and directed by John Ridley, highlights the audacity and boundary-breaking campaign that marked Chisholm as the first Black candidate to seek a […]
New ‘Shirley’ Trailer – Regina King Takes on the Role of Shirley Chisholm in Presidential Campaign | WATCH
*Netflix is offering a sneak peek into the upcoming film “Shirley” by unveiling a gripping trailer on Monday. The preview showcases Regina King‘s powerful portrayal of Shirley Chisholm, the trailblazing figure who became the first Black congresswoman and made history as the initial Black woman to run for U.S. president. Set against the backdrop of […]
Netflix Releases FIRST LOOK at Regina King as Shirley Chisholm in ‘Shirley’
*Netflix has released images of Regina King as political trailblazer Shirley Chisholm in the upcoming new film, “Shirley.” The film chronicles Chisholm’s groundbreaking run for president of the United States. Per Tudum, here’s the synopsis: “In 1972, Chisholm became the first Black candidate to seek a major party’s nomination for president. But she was already […]
Snoop Dogg Debuts His Dr. Bombay Ice Cream On Today Show – Busta Rhymes Shoots His Shot At Martha Stewart & More | PicVIDEOs
*Webbies, we want to announce our new pronouns are “Pay/me.” We’re so updating our bio, lol! Anywho, what up doe? Tap in for Social Heat. Kicking off August as Black Business Month, Snoop Dogg sat with “Today with Hoda and Jenna” to give the ladies a taste of Dr. Bombay Ice Cream, his new frozen […]
Regina King Learned on PBS’s ‘Finding Your Roots’ That ‘Pain Is Inherited As Well As Joy’ | Video
*Celebrity guests of PBS’s “Finding Your Roots” are usually left in shambles over a profound revelation about their ancestor, and it was no different for Regina King. In an April 2022 episode, the actress learned some things about her father’s upbringing that helped her understand him more. “Growing up, I never really knew much about […]
Draymond Green and Dillon Brooks Almost Threw Blows – Regina Hall Says Sanaa Lathan is A Ride-Or-Die & More | PicsVideos
*Social Heat is not for the weak. Did you Webbies watch the game last night? Well, Draymond Green (GS Warriors) and Dillon Brooks (Memphis Grizzlies) tried to keep their cool when their teams played against each other. Dillon felt a way when Draymond made some remarks on a podcast that may have sparked the potential […]
Future Obsesses Over and Disses Ciara … Again – Regina King Remembers Her Son on His B-Day & More | WATCH
*Get comfortable ’cause the first story for today’s Social Heat got us hot and not in the Idris–Elba-coughed-in-my-direction sexy kind of way. Check it out. Forlorn and obsessed rapper Future is still living in the past and seemingly comes for his ex Ciara on a new track. Chile, Ciara ain’t spinning the block with you […]
Regina King’s Cousin Shares First Photo of Actress Since Death of Her Son | LOOK!
*The cousin of Regina King hit up Instagram on Mother’s Day to share an update on the actress who has been lowkey since losing her son to suicide earlier this year. A Twitter user with the handle @LawrenceCainJr posted a selfie he snapped of King during their Facetime call. “Seeing Cuzo smile made today complete […]
Regina King to Co-Host 2022 Met Gala with Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively and Lin-Manuel Miranda
*Regina King has been tapped to serve as a co-chair at this year’s Met Gala. The Academy Award-winning actress will host alongside actors Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively and Lin-Manuel Miranda. The Met Gala will take place in NYC on the first Monday in May. The event is expected to be King’s first public appearance since […]
VIDEO: Vivica A. Fox Tearfully Recounts Her Visit with Regina King Following Son’s Death: ‘She’s So Strong’
*Vivica A. Fox spoke about her visit with longtime close friend Regina King Monday after the actress texted her with a request to come over following the tragic death of her son. With King’s blessing, the “Cocktails with Queens” host revealed that she spent Sunday night comforting King, whose son Ian Alexander Jr. committed suicide […]
Regina King’s Only Son (Ian Alexander Jr.) Dies from Suicide – He was 26
*Dammit, we have yet another devastating death to report. Ian Alexander Jr. who is the son of actress/director Regina King is dead from suicide which happened Friday (01/21/22), according to reports. “Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” King says in a statement. “He is such a bright light […]
