‘Empire’ renewed for sixth season, but Jussie Smollett unlikely to return
Sylvester Fox Entertainment President Michael Thorn said in a statement.
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John Singleton, Writer-Director of ‘Boyz N the Hood’ Dies at 51
“John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends,” they said in a statement. “We want to thank the amazing doctors at Cedars-Sinai [Medical Center] for their expert care and kindness, and we again want to thank all of John’s fans, friends and colleagues for all of the love and support they showed him during this difficult time.”
Read MoreTHE 25TH ANNIVERSARY ESSENCE FESTIVAL WILL CONVENE TOP WORLD LEADERS, INFLUENCERS AND CREATORS FOR ITS NEWLY REIMAGINED POWER STAGE
The 2019 ESSENCE Festival® presented by Coca-Cola, the world’s largest cultural, entertainment and empowerment experience and the largest celebration of global Black culture, convenes top world leaders, influencers and creators for its newly reimagined ESSENCE Power Stage. Free and open to the public, the ESSENCE Power Stage will feature conversations and keynote addresses with influencers and artists – plus a culminating all-star Gospel celebration with performances celebrating 25 years of Black women in Gospel music.
Read MoreCarrie O’dell, Jordin Sparks, Marjorie Harvey and Storm Reid to Be Honored at 11th Annual LadyLike Foundation Women of Excellence Luncheon
April 23, 2019 – Today, theLadyLike Foundation announced their 2019 honorees for the 11th Annual LadyLike Foundation Women of Excellence Luncheon, which will include Carrie O’dell, Jordin Sparks, Marjorie Harvey and Storm Reid. The nonprofit organization, whose mission is to educate, empower and inspire young girls living in underprivileged communities around the Greater Los Angeles area, hosts this annual fundraiser to honor women in the community and in our world who are “Excellent” in their fields of occupation and philanthropy. The Women of Excellence Luncheon will take place onSaturday, May 11that the Beverly Hilton Hotel with Holly Robinson Peete returning as host.
Read MoreBET “Sunday Best” Returns w/ Judges Erica Campbell, Jonathan McReynolds & Kelly Price + Host Kirk Franklin
| BET NETWORKS ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF ALL INSPIRING GOSPEL COMPETITION SERIES, “SUNDAY BEST,” FOR ITS NINTH SEASON |
BEING MARY JANE” TWO-HOUR MOVIE FINALE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 23
GABRIELLE UNION STARS IN THE GROUNDBREAKING “BEING MARY JANE” TWO-HOUR MOVIE FINALE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 23 AT 8 PM ET/PT
Read MoreBET’s “GAMES PEOPLE PLAY” Starring Lauren London, Sarunas J. Jackson, and Parker McKenna Posey
Based on the popular novel by Angela Burt-Murray, GAMES PEOPLE PLAY is a sultry new thriller featuring an ensemble cast of dynamic characters, including a desperate basketball wife trying to protect her family, a tenacious journalist struggling to rebuild a tarnished career, and a scandalous groupie looking to become a star – all who find it’s murder trying to stay on top.
KODAK BLACK ARRESTED ON WEAPONS & DRUGS CHARGES AT U.S. BORDER
Kodak Black has been located! According to TMZ Black was arrested while trying to cross over into the U.S. from Canada.
Read MoreCardi B’s Feature Film Debut Has September Release Date
Hustlers, based on a true story and boasting the feature film debut of Cardi B, now has a release date.
Cardi’s co-star Jennifer Lopez made the announcement via an Instagram clip shot from the comfort of an empty Bergdorf’s Monday, noting that she was making the visit while on a break from production.
“Have you ever been in Bergdorf’s at 3 a.m.?” Lopez asked her fans. “This is what it’s like. You can walk everywhere. Look, there’s nobody here. It’s like a fantasy, a dream come true. Just rummaging through all the racks, looking at all the clothes in between takes here on the set of Hustlers. By the way, I have a secret. The release date for Hustlers has just been set for September 13. We’re coming to a theater near you. Look out for all of us!”
THE REDEMPTION PROJECT WITH VAN JONES
The Redemption Project with Van Jones is a new eight-part CNN Original Series, created and executive produced by Jonas Bell Pasht and Jonah Bekhor of Citizen Jones and Academy-Award®-nominated director Jason Cohen. Offering a rare glimpse into the restorative justice process,each episode follows the victim, or surviving family members,
Read MoreTHE SWAN PRINCESS: KINGDOM OF MUSIC Trailer
Princess Odette and Her Friends Are Back in the First-Look Trailer forTHE SWAN PRINCESS: KINGDOM OF MUSIC Coming Soon from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Read MoreTV ONE Highlights NATURI NAUGHTON In The Premiere Of The Hit Series “UNCENSORED”
THE POWERFUL NATURI NAUGHTON TELLS HER STORY PLUS GRAMMY-NOMINATED SINGER KENNY LATTIMORE REVEALS ALL ON TV ONE’S POPULAR FRANCHISES UNSUNGAND UNCENSORED THIS SUNDAY, APRIL 14 UNSUNG Featuring Kenny Lattimore Premieres at 9P/8C;Immediately Followed by Naturi Naughton on UNCENSORED at 10P/9C
Read MoreTV ONE HIGHLIGHTS BLACK EXCELLENCE AT THE 50TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS
As previously announced by the NAACP, some of the biggest names in film, television and music turned out for the 50TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS on Saturday, March 30, which was broadcast live on TV One from The Dolby Theater in Hollywood.
Read More‘SPRINTER’ Coming April 24th Executive Produced by Jada Pinkett Smith & Will Smith
SPRINTER, which will be released on April 24, 2019 via GathrÒ Films’ Theatrical-On-Demand.
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Written and Directed by Storm Saulter
Executive Produced by Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith
Starring: Dale Elliott, Shantol Jackson, Kadeem Wilson, Dennis Titus, Bryshere Y. Gray
with Lorraine Toussaint and David Alan Grier
Executive produced by Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith, SPRINTER tells the story of Akeem Sharp (Dale Elliott), who is set to be Jamaica’s next big track-and-field sensation. Akeem hopes a rise in the track-and- field world will take him to the U.S. to reunite him with his mother (Lorraine Toussaint, Orange is the New Black), who has supported the family while living as an illegal resident for over a decade. But Akeem’s rising star is weighed down by turmoil at home: a volatile father, and an unruly older brother who insinuates himself into Akeem’s career as a means of escaping – or perhaps enhancing – his scam artist hustle. Not only does Akeem have to prove to himself and to everyone that he can succeed, but also overcome the struggles that may ultimately bring him down. The film also stars Kadeem Wilson (Ghett’ A Life), Dennis Titus (The Mighty Quinn), Shantol Jackson (Yardie), Bryshere Y. Gray (Empire), and David Alan Grier (In Living Color) with songs by Grammy Award winning artist NE-YO and Jamaican dancehall performer Shenseea.
Nipsey Hussle’s ‘Celebration of Life’ Details Released
According to details on the Staples Center’s website, there is a limit of four tickets per household, and are limited to California residents. Tickets sales will begin on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at 10:00 AM via axs.com.
SALT-N-PEPA, DJ SPINDERELLA AND SWV STAR IN BET’S NEW DOCUSERIES “LADIES NIGHT”
Rap and R&B royalty holds court with the BET premiere of “LADIES NIGHT,” starring SALT-N-PEPA (SNP), DJ SPINDERELLA and SWV. With a legacy spanning over three decades, Salt-N-Pepa has landed their biggest career accomplishment to-date, a Las Vegas residency. While simultaneously preparing for their opportunity of a lifetime, the trio has made the ambitious decision to launch the “Ladies Night” national tour in collaboration with SWV.
Read MoreLITTLE Movie Premiere in Atlanta
Regina Hall, Issa Rae and Marsai Martin as well as Producer Will Packer and Director Tina Gordon, hit the blue carpet for a star-studded premiere at Regal Atlantic Station in midtown Atlanta. The blue carpet screening was a huge success with many of Atlanta’s biggest stars in entertainment, film and music excited to see LITTLE. The movie hits theaters on April 12th.
Little is an irreverent new comedy about the price of success, the power of sisterhood and having a second chance to grow up — and glow up — right. Will Packer, blockbuster producer of Girls Trip, the Ride Along franchise, Night School, No Good Deed and Think Like a Man, brings an all-new perspective to the body-swap comedy.
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