HBO’s remake of a famous relationship drama seems to forget why viewers like to watch stories of romantic turmoil. Jojo Whilden / HBO Apologies to Morticia and Gomez Addams, but a kiss to the upper arm wasn’t sexy until Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac did it on the red carpet …
Read More »Michaela Coel Wins Emmy For ‘I May Destroy You
Michaela Coel took home an Emmy Award for her work on the British drama, I May Destroy You and she shared words of encouragement to “every single survivor of sexual assault” in an inspiring speech. Coel, 33, won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing In A Limited Series, TV Movie Or …
Read More »Black Lives Matter Protest Set for NYC Restaurant Where Fight Over Proof Of Vaccination Occurred
Last week, a fight broke out in a popular New York City restaurant after a white hostess and three Black women from out of town became embroiled in a dispute over showing proof of COVID-19 vaccination. After the women, who are facing charges in the brawl, said the hostess used …
Read More »Vivrant Things: Our Stars Kept It Bright and Brilliant at the 2021 Emmys
Yara Shahidi, left, Michaela Coel, and Uzo Aduba arrive at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards on September 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, Calif.Photo: Rich Fury (Getty Images) For the record, we didn’t need the Emmys to validate Michaela Coel’s genius. Nevertheless, after a Golden Globes snub and a rather rote …
Read More »The Quietest Emmys Speech Was the Loudest
After winning her award, Michaela Coel delivered the rare message meant for those outside the glitzy room in which she stood. Cliff Lipson / CBS via Getty When the camera turned to Michaela Coel after she won an Emmy for limited-series writing, she looked overwhelmed. The creator, star, writer, and …
Read More »Debbie Allen Receives Governor’s Award at Emmys
Debbie Allen took home one of the highest honors of the evening. The five-time Emmy award winner accepted the Governor’s Award for her achievements on television and stage. Known for her lengthy resume as a director on multiple shows like A Different World, Everybody Hates Chris and Grey’s Anatomy, where …
Read More »Father of Four Becomes Six-Figure Cybersecurity Expert By Age 27 Without a Degree
Boyd Clewis isn’t your typical cybersecurity professional. By age 27, Boyd landed a six-figure cybersecurity job at a Fortune 500 company. He didn’t have a degree or connections to get him in the door. But what he did have was a healthy level of curiosity and confidence that took him …
Read More »Protestors at 'Justice for J6' Rally in Washington Were Outnumbered by Police and Members of the Media
Police in riot gear observe the Justice for J6 rally near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The rally was planned by allies of former President Donald Trump and aimed at supporting the so-called “political prisoners” of the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.Photo: Nathan Howard …
Read More »Cam’ron To Have Recurring Role On ABC’s Series ‘Queens’
Cam’ron is slated to appear in the upcoming ABC drama series Queens, with Brandy and Eve. The Diplomats rapper will star as himself in the show that follows women rappers in their 40s attempting to become stars once again. According to Shadow And Act, Cam will star as a former …
Read More »Jamaican Sprinter Usain Bolt Advises Sha’Carri Richardson to ‘Train Hard’ and ‘Back It Up’
Jamaican Sprinter Usain Bolt is known for giving valuable money lessons and training tips. This time he had a few words to share with track star Sha’Carri Richardson. His advice was not about money; it was more about presentation and performance. During an interview with the New York Post, the …
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