Emma McIntyre/WireImage David Oyelowo‘s hard work is surely paying off. His role in the Paramount+ series Lawmen: Bass Reeves earned nominations at the Golden Globes, Critics Choice and Screen Actors Guild Awards, which he believes is a win in itself. “You’re in this room. That is the win. Take it, run with it, you know, enjoy that,”…
Andreas Rentz/Getty Images for GQ Colin Kaepernick has joined the list of people to be honored by The Gordon Parks Foundation. He’ll be recognized alongside acclaimed mixed-media artist Mickalene Thomas and Myrlie Evers-Williams, the former chair of the NAACP and Medgar Evers‘ widow, at the foundation’s annual awards dinner, which celebrates those carrying on Gordon Parks’ legacy of advancing social justice. Also being celebrated are…
Amy Sussman/WireImage for Parkwood Tina Knowles celebrated her 70th birthday among some “kicka** women,” including some friends and the ladies of Destiny’s Child. The businesswoman — and mother to Beyoncé and Solange — spent the weekend in Malibu Beach, where she tapped in with her Instagram followers and gave them an update on her birthday festivities. “This is ‘turn up’ Tina,…
Geneva Club/Roc Nation Records Just days before The Book of Clarence hits theaters, Roc Nation has released the track list for the movie’s soundtrack. The album includes a new collab from Jay-Z — who’s a producer on the film — and D’Angelo called “I Want You Forever.” The soundtrack also features Doja Cat, Kodak Black, Jorja Smith,…
Tim Mosenfelder/FilmMagic GloRilla is temporarily swearing off sex in the new year. The rapper posted to social media Tuesday that she has started a 90-day celibacy journey — and joked that it’s been rough so far. “Started my 90 day celibacy lil s*** for new year’s or wtv, I’m on da 9th day & my…
Columbia After announcing his new single “J CHRIST,” out Friday, and revealing artwork that depicts him being crucified, Lil Nas X claims he has plans to attend college and study religion. “I know twitter hates me right now but i want yall to know im literally about to go to college for biblical studies in the fall,” he posted on…
ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images Angela Bassett accepted an Honorary Oscar at the 14th Governors Awards Tuesday night. During her speech, she shouted out “trailblazing” Black actresses that paved the way for her, including Ruby Dee, Diahann Carroll, Cicely Tyson and Rosalind Cash. “They were my North Star, my guiding light, proof that while the…
Disney/Randy Holmes Teyana Taylor got teary when trying to articulate what a true sisterhood in Hollywood means to her during an appearance on The Tamron Hall Show. She joined Tuesday’s show to chat about her new film, The Book of Clarence, but became emotional when Hall flashed a picture onscreen of Taylor alongside stars Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Ava DuVernay and Regina King. “All of you are at the top of the game…
Glen Wilson/Netflix Netflix has released first-look images of Regina King, who’s tapping into her inner politician to play Shirley Chisholm in the upcoming biopic about the congresswoman’s trailblazing life and career. In addition to a 19-second teaser shared to X, formerly Twitter, the streaming giant announced the film will premiere on March 22. Shirley, directed by 12 Year’s a Slave Oscar winner John Ridley, chronicles Chisholm’s groundbreaking run for president as…
Marcus Ingram/Getty Images Amid the viral back-and-forth between Katt Williams and all of his adversaries — specifically Kevin Hart— Torrei Hart, Kevin’s ex-wife, has entered the chat. She announced that she’ll be joining Katt on his Dark Matters Tour with a few scheduled shows in Charlotte, Orlando and Tampa. “Come see me live with my good friend,” Torrei wrote on Instagram, alongside a picture of her…