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Stevie Wonder addresses conspiracy theories about whether or not he can actually see

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Tyson Beckford opens up about how his ‘playboy’ days are behind him as he stars in ‘King’s Court’

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Glynn Turman honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Black Hollywood celebrates

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Tisha Campbell opens up about struggles following divorce and bankruptcy: ‘I had $21 in my pocket’

Actress Tisha Campbell and her ex-husband filed for bankruptcy in 2016, two years before she filed for divorce.
/ July 11, 2025
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Essence Ventures CEO Caroline Wanga responds amid online scrutiny of the 2025 Essence Fest

Caroline Wanga responds after discourse around the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture reaches a fever pitch. 
/ July 10, 2025
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Dwyane Wade shares why it was ‘rough’ the first time Gabrielle Union met his kids

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, who first began dating in 2009, have been married since 2014 and share five children…
/ July 10, 2025
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Red Lobster CEO addresses the viral seafood boil controversy and announces updates 

In June, Red Lobster revamped its summer offerings by adding two new seafood boils to its menu much to the…
/ July 10, 2025
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Phaedra Parks has political dreams and ambitions—here are some other stars who took the leap into politics

If Phaedra Parks pursued her dreams of running for political office, she would join a growing list of Black entertainers…
/ July 9, 2025
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Nicki Minaj’s rants about Megan Thee Stallion, Jay-Z, and Roc Nation, explained

Recently, Nicki Minaj took to social media to rant about her grievances with Jay-Z, throw shade at Megan Thee Stallion,…
/ July 9, 2025
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Ms. Lauryn Hill and Essence set the record straight about her performance at Essence Fest 2025

Lauryn Hill performed in the wee hours at the Caesars Superdome during the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture. 
/ July 9, 2025
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Princess Tiana’s story comes to life in new traveling Disney exhibit, launched at exclusive brunch during Essence Festival

Disney hosted a special Princess Tiana-themed brunch experience at Dooky Chase’s restaurant during the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture.
/ July 8, 2025
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Under Mayor Brandon Scott, Baltimore hits 50‑year low in homicides through mid‑2025

Mayor Brandon Scott reveals a significant decrease in homicides, non-fatal shootings, theft and more in Baltimore.
/ July 8, 2025
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Carnival Cruise’s new rules spark backlash: Black travelers ask if they’re being targeted—company says no

The Carnival Cruise line addresses backlash amid new rules enforcement many deem anti-Black, saying media outlets blew it out of…
/ July 8, 2025

Hacker leak shows Zohran Mamdani once checked ‘Asian’ and ‘African-American’ on college app—supporters say it’s a non-issue

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faced backlash after a leaked college application revealed he once identified as African American.
/ July 7, 2025
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LL Cool J and Jazmine Sullivan drop out of Philadelphia 4th of July concert in solidarity with ongoing workers’ strike

LL Cool J and Jazmine Sullivan are standing in solidarity with Philadelphia workers on strike as they fight for fair…
/ July 7, 2025