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HBCU ‘King Of NIL’ Rayquan Smith Secures 86 NIL Deals
Norfolk State University football player Rayquan Smith is known as the NIL king. The Virginia native took matters into his own hands by pitching to several brands for NIL contracts. At the time, the young player was waiting to hear back from a hiring manager from a nearby Planet Fitness. Seeing his peers secure NIL… Continue reading HBCU ‘King Of NIL’ Rayquan Smith Secures 86 NIL Deals
What Does SkeeYee Mean? Sexyy Red Explains
Sexyy Red has had a breakout year after releasing her massive single, “SkeeYee,” which reached No. 17 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. While “SkeeYee” has been one of the most notable terms of the year, it’s unclear whether many people know what the popular chant means.
Miss World Takes On Hollywood: Priyanka Chopra’s Career In Movies And TV
Priyanka Chopra Jonas, known professionally as Priyanka Chopra, is an Indian actress, singer and former Miss World who has transcended borders and taken the entertainment industry by storm. From her early days in Bollywood to her successful foray into Hollywood, Chopra has garnered critical acclaim and a massive fan following. Here is a closer look… Continue reading Miss World Takes On Hollywood: Priyanka Chopra’s Career In Movies And TV
Megan Thee Stallion On ‘Real Hot Girl S**t’ Becoming A Common Phrase And Her Upcoming New Music: ‘Expect The Unexpected’
Megan Thee Stallion, who has been working hard and winning all year long, is giving insight into some of the moments that made headlines and what to expect from her upcoming music.
Angelica Ross Says Ryan Murphy ‘Left Her On Read’ Her After She Proposed All-Black ‘American Horror Story’ Season
Angelica Ross is putting Ryan Murphy on blast for not responding to her proposal for an all-Black American Horror Story season. Entertainment Weekly reports that Pose actor shared on her X account that she met with Murphy (who also executive produced Pose) about her idea in July 2020. She posted a screenshot of the email.… Continue reading Angelica Ross Says Ryan Murphy ‘Left Her On Read’ Her After She Proposed All-Black ‘American Horror Story’ Season
From Nutty To Red Table: Jada Pinkett Smith’s Career In Movies And TV
Jada Pinkett Smith is a multifaceted talent who has made a notable impact in the entertainment industry. Over the years, she has demonstrated her prowess as an actor in a diverse range of roles in both film and television. Smith and her power family have created a successful identity and are adored and watched closely… Continue reading From Nutty To Red Table: Jada Pinkett Smith’s Career In Movies And TV
Magic Johnson Should’ve Embraced HBO’s ‘Winning Time’
The question many people had before tuning into the premiere of HBO’s Winning Time was if Magic Johnson would be watching it. In so many words, he responded by saying “I’m not gon’ be here.” Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty has now been canceled after its second season. They cite lower viewership… Continue reading Magic Johnson Should’ve Embraced HBO’s ‘Winning Time’
Rihanna And A$AP Rocky’s New Son, Riot Rose, Makes His Debut In Adorable Family Photoshoot
A little over a month ago, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky welcomed their second child, a son named Riot Rose, and now they’re introducing him to the world via an adorable family photoshoot that also includes their firstborn, RZA. The first image features Rihanna holding Riot Rose in a colorful blanket with his face peeking out.… Continue reading Rihanna And A$AP Rocky’s New Son, Riot Rose, Makes His Debut In Adorable Family Photoshoot
Queen Latifah’s Reign Over Film And Television
Dana Elaine Owens, known professionally as Queen Latifah, is a multi-talented artist who has made a lasting mark in both the world of music and on-screen entertainment. With a career spanning decades, she has proven herself as a versatile performer, earning accolades and a loyal fan base. She is a household name, making it seemingly… Continue reading Queen Latifah’s Reign Over Film And Television
‘Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy’ Trailer: BET+’s 2-Part Film Starring Taye Diggs
BET+ has premiered the official trailer for its two-part film Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy, starring Taye Diggs, Keesha Sharp, Apryl Jones, Yung Joc, Karlie Redd, Yandy Smith and more. Based on the book Redbone: Money, Malice and Murder in Atlanta by Ron Stodghill, the film stars Taye Diggs as Lance Herndon, the Atlanta multimillionaire… Continue reading ‘Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy’ Trailer: BET+’s 2-Part Film Starring Taye Diggs
‘The Wonder Years’ Canceled After 2 Seasons On ABC
Fans of the Williams family on The Wonder Years must say a sad goodbye as the ABC dramedy has been canceled after two seasons. Deadline reports that the reboot of the popular 1980s sitcom starring Fred Savage suffered in the ratings department. Even though Season 2’s finale earned 1 million total viewers, that still wasn’t… Continue reading ‘The Wonder Years’ Canceled After 2 Seasons On ABC
‘Winning Time: The Rise Of The Lakers Dynasty’ Canceled At HBO After 2 Seasons
The saga of the 1980s Lakers is no more on HBO. Deadline reports that Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty has been cancelled after two seasons. Series creator Max Borenstein and director Salli Richardson and addressed the cancellation on social media. Borenstein wrote on X, “Not the ending that we had in mind.… Continue reading ‘Winning Time: The Rise Of The Lakers Dynasty’ Canceled At HBO After 2 Seasons
The Cast Of ‘The Color Purple’ Tease What’s To Come In New Featurette
The cast of The Color Purple are giving fans an inside look into what they can expect from the upcoming movie adaptation of the Broadway musical. In the featurette, producer and star of the original 1985 film Oprah Winfrey, director Blitz Bazawule, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Halle Bailey and Fantasia Barrino talk about what… Continue reading The Cast Of ‘The Color Purple’ Tease What’s To Come In New Featurette
Inside ‘The Wheel Of Time’ Season 2, With New Characters, New Worlds And New Diversity
The second season of Prime Video’s original series, The Wheel of Time, hit the streaming service on Sept. 1. The intense follow-up features the return of prominent cast members, new characters, a peak into unknown worlds and unfolding shocking plot twists. The Wheel Of Time is based on the best-selling fantasy series by Robert Jordan. The 14-book series… Continue reading Inside ‘The Wheel Of Time’ Season 2, With New Characters, New Worlds And New Diversity
‘Buying Back My Daughter’: Meagan Good And ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Star Ariana Madix In New Lifetime Film
Meagan Good is on the search for her missing daughter with a police officer Ariana Madix in the trailer for the upcoming Lifetime film Buying Back My Daughter. The film debutes Oct. 7 at 8/7c on Lifetime. As previously reported, the film is part of Lifetime’s “Ripped from the Headlines” film series and is inspired… Continue reading ‘Buying Back My Daughter’: Meagan Good And ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Star Ariana Madix In New Lifetime Film
Courtney B. Vance And His Young Team Make Criminal History In New Trailer For ‘Heist 88’
Courtney B. Vance and his team of amateurs take on the biggest heist in American history in the trailer for the upcoming Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios film Heist 88. Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios, Bassett Vance Productions and Gunpowder & Sky, Heist 88 will premiere Oct. 1 on Showtime, after the series’ Paramount+ with… Continue reading Courtney B. Vance And His Young Team Make Criminal History In New Trailer For ‘Heist 88’
‘Keke Wyatt’s World’ Trailer: R&B Singer Balances Motherhood, Her Career And Marriage In WE tv Series
WE tv has dropped the trailer and announced the premiere date for the reality series, Keke Wyatt’s World. Set to debut on Oct. 12 at 9 p.m. the series will also stream on AMC Networks’ streamer, ALLBLK. The official description reads: The six, one-hour episodes follow R&B artist, Keke Wyatt, as she navigates her demanding singing… Continue reading ‘Keke Wyatt’s World’ Trailer: R&B Singer Balances Motherhood, Her Career And Marriage In WE tv Series
‘Lando’: Star Wars Series From Donald And Stephen Glover Will Now Be A Film
The Lando series from Donald Glover is now becoming a new Star Wars film. According to Variety, Glover and his brother/writing partner Stephen Glover will now develop their proposed Lando Disney+ series into a movie, as confirmed by Lucasfilm. The film could potentially be seen as a follow-up to the Han Solo prequel film Solo:… Continue reading ‘Lando’: Star Wars Series From Donald And Stephen Glover Will Now Be A Film
‘Lessons in Chemistry’ Trailer: Brie Larson, Aja Naomi King And More In Apple TV+’s Limited Series
Brie Larson and Aja Naomi King star in Apple TV+’s new limited series, Lessons in Chemistry, which had its trailer and premiere date unveiled by the streamer. The series, which is executive produced by Larson, debuts on Apple TV+ on Oct. 13, is based on the best-selling book by author and science editor Bonnie Garmus.
‘Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom’ Trailer: Long-Awaited First Preview Of DC Comics Sequel
Warner Bros. has dropped the trailer for the DC film, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. The sequel to the highest-grossing DC film of all time brings back star Jason Momoa and director James Wan, along with Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Nicole Kidman. The sequel is set to hit theaters on Dec.… Continue reading ‘Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom’ Trailer: Long-Awaited First Preview Of DC Comics Sequel
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