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Taye Diggs departs ‘All American’ in shocking twist (Spoiler Alert)

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Activist Groups Protest Against Senate Majority Leader McConnell On National Reparations Day

Five entertainment events celebrating Juneteenth

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Ava DuVernay developing DC Comics ‘Naomi’ series for the CW

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Warner Bros. to shine light on diversity with #BlerdandBoujee boat party at Comic-Con

Warner Bros. will highlight the growing trend of Black folks in the comic world by hosting a #BlerdandBoujee boat party at Comic-Con.
/ July 16, 2019
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CW Renews ‘Black Lightning’ despite sexual assault lawsuit against Salim Akil

The network says that the show’s production will continue despite the serious allegations against its showrunner Salim Akil
/ February 4, 2019
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‘Black Lightning’ showrunner, Salim Akil sued for domestic violence and breach of contract

Salim Akil, co-creator of OWN’s hit series, Love Is, has been sued by a woman who claims to have had […]
/ November 30, 2018
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5 Reasons ‘Black Lightning’ is EXACTLY what we need right now

Salim Akil’s incredible series, ‘Black Lightning’ returns to CW for a second season tonight. here’s five reasons you should tune in.
/ October 9, 2018
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Taye Diggs to star in CW football drama

The Rent actor is set to star in an untitled football drama pilot for the CW.
/ February 23, 2018
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BET announces ‘The Game’ will end after Season 9

theGRIO REPORT – BET announced earlier this week that its long-running comedy-drama series The Game will come to an end after Season 9…
/ October 8, 2014
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Tyra Banks' new 'America's Next Top Model' season to feature male models

theGRIO REPORT – Tyra Banks has revealed that cycle 20 of ‘America’s Next Top Model’ will include male models…
/ October 17, 2012