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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 […]
Jamie Foxx is returning to the stage with a new one-man comedy show, “One More Chance: An Evening with Jamie Foxx,” where he will open up about his 2023 health scare. The show will run from October 3 to October 5, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia. In an Instagram post, Foxx teased the event, inviting audiences […]
Comedian Punkie Johnson has decided to leave “Saturday Night Live” ahead of its 50th season, citing feelings of not fitting in with the show’s environment. In an interview on the “Fly on the Wall” podcast with SNL veterans David Spade and Dana Carvey, Johnson explained that she began questioning her place on the show before […]
Maya Rudolph is set to reprise her Emmy-winning role as Kamala Harris on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) this fall, covering the 2024 presidential campaign. Rudolph first portrayed Vice President Harris in 2019 during Harris’s run in the 2020 presidential election. Following her appearance, Harris expressed appreciation on social media, sharing a GIF of Rudolph and […]
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