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Essence Magazine recently placed actress Tasha Smith on her cover in a story titled “Diary of a Happy Black Woman.” The title rings true when you consider the story of Smith who went from being homeless to big screens across the globe. See Also: Thandie Newton Criticizes Vogue For Lack Of Black Covers See Also: […]

Los Angeles County Coroner’s officials announced Wednesday that former all-pro football player turned actor and commercial pitchman Bubba Smith died of acute drug intoxication and other conditions. The autopsy found that Smith, 66, whose body was discovered Aug. 3 by a caretaker at his Baldwin Hills home, was found to have phentermine, a weight-loss drug, […]

British Black actress Thandie Newton is calling out Vogue Magazine for its lack of love for colored girls. Newton, who is currently the face of Louis Vuitton’s “Double Exposure” campaign, is a bit perturbed that she hasn’t been asked to post for Vogue’s coveted cover. See Also: Soldier Arrested On Suspicion Of Espionage See Also: Is […]

According to HumorMillMag, comedians Chris Rock and Dave Chapelle are possibly planning a tour together. Chris Rock tweeted the HumorMillMag report saying it “Could Happen.” Chappelle has made a small amount of public appearances after leaving his highly rated TV show on Comedy Central, “The Chappelle Show,” in 2006. See Also: Is Marriage For White […]

LONDON — Two of Michael Jackson’s siblings say they tried to intervene to prevent his drug abuse but could not get close to their brother because of his security team. Tito and Rebbie Jackson said Tuesday the family was aware of Michael’s drug problem. See Also: Who Were Scarlett Johanssen’s Nude Pictures For? See Also: […]

LAS VEGAS — A key behind-the-scenes associate of the famed Motown quartet the Four Tops, George Rountree, has died. He was 61. The Sun reports Rountree, who worked as the group’s musical director for more than 30 years, died Sunday in a Las Vegas hospital. See also: Motown Piano Charms Paul McCartney Detroit Is For Lovers Rountree, […]

Singer Rihanna is being criticized by the Rape Crisis Center because they believe her latest video encourages domestic violence. Staff member Eileen Kelly criticized Rihanna’s newest video, “We Found Love,” calling it disgraceful. Rihanna Video Criticized For Promoting Murder Cover Up! Topless Rihanna Shocks Irish Farmer “Rihanna’s new video is a disgrace,” said Kelly. “It […]

James Brown’s charitable trust had withered to just $14,000 and his estate was saddled with more than $20 million in debt before a professional money manager was able to turn it around, an attorney told The Associated Press. Also read: Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.: ‘I Will Be Vindicated’ Also read: WATCH: Part One Of A […]

TMZ.com is reporting that socialite Kim Kardashian is filing for divorce from her husband Kris Humphries after 72 days of marriage. The two will have a divorce and not an annulment according to sources from the site. See Also: Beyonce’s Party Video Hits The Net See Also: Black Travel: Enso Cafe In South Beach, Florida […]

A new film titled “Father’s Day,” explores the impact of fatherless homes on Black Americans. The film was produced by a New York and Connecticut based duo, Squeaky Moore and Ashley Shante. See Also: Peppersoup Cafe Brings Taste Of Africa To Houston See Also: Beyonce Parties Hard In New Music Video View the trailer below. […]

Quentin Tarantino’s latest film, a slavery-themed western  called Django Unchained, is generating buzz more than a year before its scheduled release because of its star studded cast. Actress Kerry Washington is the latest addition to a cast that features the likes of  Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Don Johnson, and […]

LOS ANGELES — After 25 years on TV, Oprah Winfrey says she’s having the time of her life on the Web. The 57-year-old mogul is connecting with viewers through her weekly webcasts, and she says it’s “the most fun I’ve had ever.” Winfrey’s live webcast discussions about her new show, “Oprah’s Lifeclass,” have been so […]