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European Premiere of Marvel Studios' "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever"
February 13, 2024
A first glimpse at Cynthia Erivo in the “Wicked” film is finally here. The first trailer for the film adaptation of the beloved Broadway …
World Premiere Of Warner Bros.' "The Color Purple" - Arrivals
February 13, 2024
More Tyler Perry television series are coming to Netflix. The multi-hyphenate has landed a first-look series deal with the …
real housewives of atlanta, carlos king, kandi burress, thegrio.com
February 13, 2024
Carlos King stopped by theGrio with Eboni K. Williams to talk about Kandi Burruss’ departure and who should get their own spin-off show.
Willie Ninja, Black history, thegrio.com
February 13, 2024
theGrio celebrates Willi Ninja, the Godfather of Vogue and one of Black history’s most influential artists and dancers.
February 12, 2024
Songwriter, singer and producer T-Pain shares that he no longer takes credit for writing country music songs due to the racism that follows.
February 12, 2024
During a panel, “The Bachelor” producers remained silent after being asked about diversity challenges and handling race issues.
Bo Jackson
February 12, 2024
Jackson, the Heisman Trophy winner who played pro football and baseball, said his niece and nephew tried to extort him for $20M.
Black History, Bert Williams, thegrio.com
February 12, 2024
TheGrio celebrates Bert Williams, the first African-American to obtain a lead role on Broadway in “Keeping Black History Alive.”
February 12, 2024
Listen in as Chelsea LeMore-Monroe and Jahliel Thurman discuss their top ideas for a nontraditional Valentine’s Day date.
NBC's "American Song Contest" Week 2 Red Carpet - Arrivals
February 10, 2024
Macy Gray denied reports that her son physically attacked her after her daughter filed a temporary restraining order.
Jonathan Majors verdict
February 10, 2024
Two ex-girlfriends of Jonathan Majors have opened up about the physical and emotional abuse they allegedly suffered while dating the actor.
February 9, 2024
Comedian and actress Mo’Nique announced in an Instagram video on Thursday that she will join Katt Williams on his comedy tour.
Super Bowl LVIII Pregame, Usher, theGrio.com
February 9, 2024
Usher revealed during an appearance on “The Talk” that his children have strong opinions about his upcoming Super Bowl halftime performance. 
Snoop Dogg Master P cereal, theGrio.com
February 9, 2024
Snoop Dogg and Master P have filed a lawsuit accusing Post Consumer Brands and Walmart of sabotaging the sales of their cereal.
Monica, theGrio.com
February 9, 2024
R&B singer Monica announces she will join Nicki Minaj on her “Pink Friday 2 World Tour” beginning in May.
February 9, 2024
A silent short shot in 1898, “Something Good – Negro Kiss” is the first film featuring footage of African Americans showing intimacy.
February 9, 2024
Ford teams up with HBCUGO in ‘Accelerating Brilliance’ to share stories of leadership, love, and culture via HBCUs.
February 9, 2024
“Lucky” Luciano was no match for Carter, who years earlier was the first Black woman to graduate from Fordham University School of Law.
American Girl books
February 8, 2024
American Girl is committed to racial equity, and they’re offering free books written by Black women and featuring Black heroines. 
February 8, 2024
The first Black “Peanuts” character, Franklin Armstrong, is getting his own TV special premiering on Friday, Feb. 16 on AppleTV+.