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The 97th Academy Awards celebrated Black talent with historic wins and unforgettable performances. While few Oscars were awarded to Black entertainers, stars like Cynthia Erivo, Doja Cat, and Queen Latifah made a lasting impact on stage. Paul Tazewell made history as the first Black man to win Best Costume Design for his work on Wicked, […]
New film release, “No Address,” is hitting theaters with a powerful message and direct support for non-profits addressing chronic homelessness. The film, starring Ashanti, William Baldwin, and Isabella Ferreira, follows a young woman who becomes homeless and forms a community with others on the streets. Recognizing its potential impact, Rochester non-profits partnered with the film’s […]
Gerald McBride has been in the radio business for 45 years. He recently added the title filmmaker to his resume. McBride, the host of an R&B syndicated radio show that airs Saturday nights on WDKX, is bringing The Rhythm movie to Rochester beginning this Friday. Set in Detroit, the movie is about an underdog ice […]
Cynthia Erivo, fresh off the success of Wicked, will take the stage as the host of the 78th Tony Awards, Broadway’s biggest night. She follows Ariana DeBose, who hosted the past three ceremonies. A Tony Award winner herself, Erivo won Best Actress in a Musical in 2016 for her powerful performance in The Color Purple. […]
South Korean actor Kim Sae-ron’s death at 24 has sparked widespread grief and discussions about the pressures celebrities face in South Korea’s intense social media and entertainment culture. Kim, once a rising star known for her acclaimed role in The Man from Nowhere, was found dead at her Seoul home, with police ruling out foul […]
The NAACP has announced that the legendary Wayans family will be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame during the 56th NAACP Image Awards on February 22, 2025. This honor recognizes pioneers in their fields whose influence has shaped the entertainment industry for generations. Known for revolutionizing comedy and breaking barriers for Black […]
Oscar-winning composer Kris Bowers has been nominated for Best Original Score at the 2025 Academy Awards for his work on The Wild Robot, his first animated feature. The film’s emotional depth and visually stunning storytelling inspired Bowers to craft a moving and intricate musical narrative, reflecting themes of connection and parenthood. Bowers, known for King […]
Netflix has canceled the release of its highly anticipated six-part Prince documentary, directed by Ezra Edelman. The streaming platform and Prince’s estate reached a mutual agreement allowing the estate to develop a new documentary using exclusive content from Prince’s archive. The decision follows controversy over the film’s accuracy and portrayal of the late artist. Prince’s […]
Oprah Winfrey, who turns 71 today, has portrayed several influential historical women throughout her acting career. In the 1999 animated film Our Friend, Martin, she voiced Coretta Scott King, bringing warmth to the role of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s wife. In The Butler (2013), she played Gloria Gaines, a fictional character inspired by Helene […]
Questlove’s documentary Ladies and Gentlemen … 50 Years of SNL Music is a celebration of Saturday Night Live’s five decades of iconic live musical performances. The film, premiering Monday, dives deep into the music and behind-the-scenes stories of the show, blending legendary performances with insider anecdotes. Here are eight standout revelations: Eddie Murphy’s Reluctance for […]
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