Comedy
“One of Them Days” narrowly prevailed over the Disney live-action prequel Mufasa: The Lion King at the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend box office. The Sony Pictures film, produced by Issa Rae and written by Syreeta Singleton (Rap Sh!t), opened to $11.6 million and is expected to reach $14 million by the end of the […]
Comedian Michelle Buteau reflects on her journey, embracing body positivity, taking risks in life, and cherishing sacred spaces in a candid interview with Wild Card host Rachel Martin. Known for her vibrant energy and witty humor, Buteau shares pivotal moments, like rejecting advice to lose weight. A turning point came during her wedding when dieting […]
In his Netflix comedy special, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was, the Oscar-winning actor revealed how his youngest daughter, Anelise, played a pivotal role in his recovery from a life-threatening stroke in April 2023. At just 14 years old, Anelise secretly brought her guitar into Foxx’s hospital room and played by his bedside. Her music […]
Rochester’s “Buy the Block” program has reopened applications, offering first-time homebuyers an opportunity to purchase affordable homes in under-invested areas of the city. The initiative aims to revitalize neighborhoods by building new homes and ensuring buyers spend no more than 30% of their income on housing. Mayor Malik Evans highlighted the program’s focus on energy […]
The 2025 Golden Globe nominations highlight an impressive roster of Black talent, showcasing the power and depth of storytelling across film and television. Zendaya earned a nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her role in Challengers, while Denzel Washington is nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a Motion […]
“Jamie Foxx literally died,” reads a voiceover in the trailer for Foxx’s new Netflix special, before the comedian triumphantly walks out onstage and proclaims, “I’m back!” Streaming Dec. 10, the highly anticipated comedy hour, titled “What Had Happened Was…,” sees Foxx telling the truth behind his 2023 medical emergency that left him hospitalized and fighting […]
Comedian Katt Williams is making waves with his latest venture: transforming a former military base in Alabama into a state-of-the-art movie studio. Drawing inspiration from industry leaders like Tyler Perry, Donald Glover, and 50 Cent, Williams expressed his desire to contribute to Black-led production efforts, emphasizing that the burden shouldn’t rest solely on Perry. This […]
Tony and Pulitzer winner Michael R. Jackson, along with college friend and collaborator Anna K. Jacobs, brings his unique perspective to the stage adaptation of the cult horror film “Teeth”, now a satirical, darkly comedic musical. Known for exploring themes of sexuality and restrictive cultural norms, Jackson was drawn to Teeth’s protagonist, Dawn, and her […]
The trailer for the new buddy comedy One of Them Days, starring SZA and Keke Palmer, has been released. Directed by Lawrence Lamont and produced by Issa Rae, the film follows best friends Dreux (Palmer) and Alyssa (SZA) as they navigate a chaotic day after Alyssa’s boyfriend spends their rent money, leaving them scrambling to […]
Jaleel White, known for his iconic role as Steve Urkel on “Family Matters,” revealed that playing the character caused long-term damage to his voice. Speaking at 90s Con 2024, White explained that maintaining Urkel’s high-pitched, nasal voice throughout puberty strained his vocal cords. Without a vocal coach at the time, White was unprepared for the […]
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