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The 10 Best ’80s Black Sitcoms
Remember those days when synth music was the rage, and you watched shows on a tube TV? Remember when the first Apple Macintosh was released? Well, maybe you’re not old enough to remember, but those were the 1980s–and they were the days when Black TV sitcoms came into their own. The ’80s Black sitcoms were […]
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The 10 Best Black Sitcoms of the ’70s
The 10 Best ’70s Black Sitcoms (and Why We Love Them) The ’70s were a huge turning point for black-centric television shows, and the sitcom is undoubtedly one of the main genres where you’ll notice this pattern. From the nostalgia of “Good Times” to the regular antics on “Sanford & Son”, we’ve got the definitive […]
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“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” Pick-Up Lines: Top 10
“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” pick-up lines were of a different time. The show was a classic 90s Black sitcom that may have been ahead of its time. It was classified as a comedy, but the show dealt with a variety of topics that were serious, romantic, frightening, or sad. It was a staple in […]
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The Cast of “House of Payne”: Where Are These Black Actors Now?
Tyler Perry’s “House of Payne” was one of the most beloved Black family sitcoms of its time, featuring a multigenerational, working-class family navigating through life’s ups and downs with humor, love, and faith. Of course, it could only be done because the cast of “House of Payne” was hilarious! The show’s cast brought to life unforgettable characters […]
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The Cast of “Empire” (ABC): Where Are These Black Actors Now?
It was a sad day for fans when the final episode of “Empire” aired on April 21, 2020. Because it was an unexpected and early series finale, fans who had been enraptured by the show since the first season were left reeling by the unknown. Continue reading to see what the cast of “Empire” has […]
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Run the World Season 2: Everything You Need to Know
Are you ready to return to “Run the World” with Whitney, Sondi, Renee? (Sorry! no more Ella.) Well, you better be, because “Run the World” Season 2 is coming on May 26! This hilarious and heartfelt show about four 30-something Black women navigating life, love, and careers in Harlem has been making waves since it […]
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The “227” Cast: Where Are These Black Actors Now?
One of many culturally significant black TV shows was the TV sitcom “227”, which ran from 1985 to 1990. Though the show only ran for five years, that was plenty of time to help cement the careers of several notable black actresses and actors into mainstream TV and film. Let’s review the “227” cast and take a […]
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Halle Berry: Movies and TV Shows
Halle Berry is one of the greatest Black actresses to appear on screens large and small. Halle Berry movies and TV shows have earned her numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Actress– making her the first (and so far only) Black Actress to win this award. Since the 1980s, this talented powerhouse has […]
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Black Actresses Leading Shows on Netflix
If you are looking for shows that star Black actresses in leading roles on popular platforms like Netflix, you’ve come to the right place. As films and TV series continue to diversify and target more specific audiences, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of Black actresses on Netflix in leading rather than […]
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“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” Top 10 Funniest Pick-Up Lines
“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” was a classic Black sitcom in the 1990s that aired for six, full, lovely seasons. It was classified as a comedy, but the show dealt with a variety of topics that were serious, romantic, frightening, sad, cultural and racial. It was a staple in American television and one of the […]