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WATCH: Tina Gordon On Directing Powerful Personalities While Filming ‘Praise This’
Tina Gordon, director of the new film Praise This, sat down with ESSENCE to discuss the energy on set, guiding different personalities, and viewers can...
WATCH: Trina Delivers An Unforgettable Performance On NPR’s ‘Tiny Desk’
Since Trina burst onto the scene in 1998 with her standout verse on Trick Daddy’s “Nann N***a,” she has continued to increase her presence in...
WATCH: HBO Releases The Official Trailer For Season 4 Of ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’
HBO has released a trailer for season four of the critically-acclaimed A Black Lady Sketch Show. Created and executive produced by Robin Thede, the series...
Ziwe’s Refreshingly Original Late-Night Talk Show Canceled After Two Seasons
Today, Showtime announced the cancellation of the talk show Ziwe, hosted by the talented writer and actress Ziwerekoru “Ziwe” Fumudoh. The show’s Season 2 finale...
First Look: Lifetime’s ‘TLC Forever’ Celebrates The Undeniable Legacy Of An Iconic R&B Group
Today, Lifetime and A+E Networks released the first trailer for TLC Forever, a two-hour documentary chronicling the legendary R&B group’s success story. During the upcoming...
AFSCME Launches ‘I AM Story’ Podcast On 55th Anniversary Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Assassination
Today, the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) released the first episode of I AM Story, a new podcast chronicling the history...
Nomzamo Mbatha On Acting, Her New Film ‘Assassin,’ And The Importance Of One’s Life Purpose
For over a decade, South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha has delivered amazing performances in projects such as Isibaya and Tell Me Something, and in 2021,...
Gabrielle Union’s ‘My Journey To 50’ Special To Air On BET+
BET has announced the upcoming docuseries featuring Gabrielle Union titled My Journey to 50. The two-part special will follow the actress as she travels with...
Amazon Music Introduces ‘50 & Forever,’ a Celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary
In celebration of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary, Amazon Music will pay tribute to hip-hop’s undeniable influence on music, culture, and society with 50 & Forever; bringing...
Issa Rae’s ColorCreative Launches Find Your People Program For Emerging Filmmakers
Today, the Issa Rae and Deniese Davis-founded talent management company ColorCreative, announced the launch of its latest project dedicated to supporting diverse creators, the Find...