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Essence Atkins: Movies, TV Shows & An Impactful Career
Essence Atkins: An Impactful Black Actress When it comes to the top Black actresses of her time in Hollywood, Essence Atkins is not usually mentioned. Names like Octavia Spencer, Regina King, Viola Davis and even the newly minted Zendaya often top the list of the best Black actresses of the past decade. But just because…
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Getting to Know Barry Brewer: The Rising Star in Comedy
Barry Brewer’s journey as a comedian, actor, and musician is unique and inspiring. His multi-faceted perspective brings humor and thought-provoking reflections to every performance. In this blog post, we take a look at Barry’s career, from his Chicago home to working with Hollywood and media superstars like Tyler Perry, and see just how Barry Brewer…
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Hidden Treasures: 7 Captivating Black Shows on Starz Worth Binge-Watching
As one of the leaders in premium cable television, Starz is undoubtedly an excellent choice to find your next series worthy of binge-watching. From drama to action, stories of love to stories of revenge, Starz has it all – and you’ll have plenty to choose from when you decide it’s time to kick back and…
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Hidden Gems: 6 Underrated Shows on BET Plus Worth Your Time
In the modern world of streaming services, there’s no shortage of excellent Black television to get your hands on. From “Angel” to “Kingdom Business,” streaming services like BET Plus have no shortage of content for audiences to enjoy the wonders of Black art. But with the many shows to choose from, it’s hard to know…
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Broadcasting Pioneers: Recognizing Influential Black Male News Anchors
Broadcast journalism is not a field that has always been welcoming to Black male news anchors, as this country has always struggled with its relationship with Black people. That complicated and tarnished relationship didn’t leave room for the country as a whole to trust a black person to bring them their news on a regular…
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Shonda Rhimes’ Unforgettable Black Characters: A Journey Through Her Shows
Who doesn’t love a classic Shonda Rhimes show? From “Grey’s Anatomy” to “Scandal” and “How to Get Away With Murder,” there’s no shortage of Shonda Rhimes content for us to consume and adore – and one of our favorite things about her body of work is the light she shines on powerful Black characters. Shonda…
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Rising Stars: Young Black Actors Making Their Mark in Hollywood
Today’s Hollywood is much different than yesterday’s. Tomorrow’s Hollywood will likely look different, too. Over time, we’ve seen great Black voices rise to fame and effect some powerful changes across the industry. Today, amid increasing calls for representation in film and TV, the next generation of great Black actors is already here, creating incredible art.…
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Lawrence B. Jones: Fox News’ Rising Star
Lawrence Billy Jones III, better known as Lawrence B. Jones or just Lawrence Jones, is seen as somewhat of a rising, but controversial, star within Fox News. Widely regarded as a conservative voice in the media, Jones identifies as a libertarian, and currently co-hosts the Fox show, “Fox & Friends.” Jones is often seen as…
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The Black News Anchors Shaping TV Journalism
The History of Black News Anchors in America Many people believe Max Robinson to be the first Black news anchor on a major network and when he became one of the three anchors heading up “World News Tonight” in 1978. At the time, he was following in the footsteps of Malvin R. Goode, who in…
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From Pioneers to Icons: The Inspiring Journeys of Black Actresses Over 50
It’s time to celebrate the remarkable journeys of the amazing black actresses over 50 who have blazed trails and transformed into true icons in the entertainment industry. From the legendary Cicely Tyson to the incomparable Angela Bassett, these remarkable women have reshaped perceptions of beauty, success, and excellence in the entertainment industry, proving that talent knows no age…