Why Terrence Howard might quit acting
theGRIO REPORT - Terrence Howard’s passion for scientific exploration may soon overtake his interest in the movie business altogether.
Bahamas to get 'Sidney Poitier' bridge
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — A bridge in the Bahamas is being renamed to honor Sidney Poitier, who spent part of his childhood in the island chain east of Florida....
Spike Lee wants to direct big screen 'Porgy and Bess'
Will Spike Lee finally fulfill a lifelong dream of directing a big screen musical? According to IndieWire, the outspoken filmmaker wants adapt the Tony aw…
Belafonte: Jay-Z, Beyoncé 'have turned backs on social responsibility'
theGRIO REPORT - Belafonte's contributions to the Civil Rights Movement are numerous -- including financially assisting Dr. Martin Luther King, who considered Belafonte to be a close confidante. He is dismayed that today's African-American celebrities do not in his opinion reflect the same level of dedication.
Poitier now oldest living best actor Oscar winner
theGRIO REPORT - With the death of Ernest Borgnine on Sunday, 85-year-old Sidney Poitier now stands as the oldest best actor Oscar winner alive...
Wayne Brady to Bill Maher: Who you callin' a Tom?
OPINION - To be sure, making over-the-top statements is Bill Maher’s shtick. But sometimes it reminds you of the white guy with black friends who slips and says the “n-word,” much to the dismay of that white guy’s former black friends...
Caribbean-Americans who have made their mark
SLIDESHOW - This year marks the seventh anniversary of June being recognized as National Caribbean American Heritage Month.
Will, Denzel in talks for 'Uptown Saturday Night'
theGRIO REPORT - Warner Brothers is reportedly remaking 'Uptown Saturday Night' and hopes that Will Smith and Denzel Washington will take on starring roles...
Slideshow: 20 films that uplifted black America
SLIDESHOW - Whether or not African-Americans make history at the Oscars, we can look back proudly on these films and performances...
'Safe House': It's good to see Denzel play bad
OPINION - For the most part, Denzel Washington has played a prototypical hero but lately, like in his new film 'Safe House' for instance, he's taken on edgier, darker -- even villainous roles, and as a fan, I think it's a great thing...
