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Okla Jones
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High Museum Of Art Names Cheryl Finley As 2026 Recipient For Driskell Prize
Dr. Cheryl Finley has spent much of her career building opportunities for other people. Whether through scholarship, curatorial work, mentorship, or institutional partnerships, the Spelman…
The Whitney Museum Gala Honors Julie Mehretu with A Night Celebrating Art & Access
Both on the canvas and within the institutions that house them, Julie Mehretu asks us what abstraction can carry in our collective experience. For the…
11 Songs That Showcase Babyface’s Impact On R&B
When Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds emerged during the 1980s, he quickly became a power player in the music industry. Before he was recognized for solo hits…
Pam Grier Talks ‘Jackie Brown,’ Soul Flix, And The Legacy Of Black Cinema
“It’s always nice to share what you’ve learned on your journey with everyone because it’s so vast,” Pam Grier says. “I’ve learned so much and…
Shamon Brown Jr. And Mike V. Epps Reflect On The Final Season Of ‘The Chi’
After eight seasons, The Chi is preparing to say goodbye. Since premiering in 2018, Lena Waithe’s Chicago-based drama has become one of the defining Black…
Swizz Beatz And Alicia Keys Bring ‘Giants’ Exhibition To San Diego
“Whoa,” Alicia Keys says, looking up at the wall-sized work in front of her. “This is crazy.” Keys has just stepped into the first floor…
Exclusive: Chloe Bailey Faces A Dangerous Family In Malcolm D. Lee’s ‘Strung’ [Trailer]
Peacock has released the first trailer for Strung, the upcoming psychological thriller directed by Malcolm D. Lee and starring Chloe Bailey. The film is scheduled…
R&B Rising: Mýa On ‘Retrospect,’ Staying Creative, And What Success Really Means
Mýa is back in the spotlight, and it’s for good reason. Although it’s been almost a decade since the release of her previous album, she’s…
Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, And Mariah The Scientist Lead The 2026 BET Awards Nominations
Today, the nominations for the BET Awards 2026 have officially arrived, highlighting some of the biggest names Black entertainment. This year, Cardi B leads the…
Scene Stealers: Y’lan Noel, Matthew Law, And The Story Behind ‘Nemesis’
Netflix’s Nemesis opens with a familiar setup—a detective chasing a criminal who always seems one step ahead. But once the series moves forward, it becomes…
