March 2025

Gabourey Sidibe Stars in “Give Me Back My Daughter”

Sylvester March 27, 2025

ACADEMY AWARD® AND GOLDEN GLOBE® NOMINEE 

GABOUREY SIDIBE STARS IN

GIVE ME BACK MY DAUGHTER

PREMIERING ON APRIL 5 ON LIFETIME

Lifetime greenlights new original movie, Give Me Back My Daughter, headlined by Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee and NAACP Image Award winner Gabourey Sidibe (Precious). Premiering on Saturday April 5 at 8p/7c, Sidibe stars as Renee, a single mother struggling to make ends meet and who after making a heartbreaking decision, loses custody of her daughter.

Give Me Back My Daughter tells the story of Renee (Gabourey Sidibe) and her daughter, Imani (Cadence Reese), who are left homeless after Renee loses her job and they are evicted from their home. Determined to stay independent, Renee refuses any public assistance, but her desperation leads to a difficult decision: leaving her daughter, in the car during a job interview, which results in her arrest and Imani being taken by Child Protective Services. As Renee navigates family court, she discovers the support of those around her and comes to understand that she can’t do it all on her own. With the help of new friends, she starts to see a glimmer of hope in her situation and remains steadfast in her determination to do whatever it takes to be reunited with her daughter. Walnette Santiago, Sean Anthony Baker and Myles Truitt co-star.

Give Me Back My Daughter is produced by Swirl Films for Lifetime. Leslie Greif, Jason Egenberg, Eric Tomosunas, Ron Robinson executive produce. Kelley Kali directs from the script written by Xavier Burgin.

‘Single Black Female 3: The Final Chapter’

Sylvester March 19, 2025

SINGLE BLACK FEMALE 3: THE FINAL CHAPTER 

PREMIERES MARCH 22ND ON LIFETIME

STARRING RAVEN GOODWIN, AMBER RILEY, 

K. MICHELLE AND PORSHA WILLIAMS

THE THIRD AND FINAL INSTALLMENT 

OF THE SINGLE BLACK FEMALE FRANCHISE 

Lifetime announces the final installment of the epic Single Black Female franchise, reuniting Raven Goodwin, Amber Rileyand K. Michelle to reprise their roles for Single Black Female 3: The Final Chapter, premiering Saturday, March 22 at 8p/7c. Joining the trio for the new original movie are Porsha Williams (Real Housewives of Atlanta) as Detective Ebony Williams and Kennedy Chanel as Simone’s daughter Joy. 

After being wrongfully convicted of murder, Monica (Raven Goodwin) has finally been exonerated—but freedom comes at a price. Though the charges against her have been dropped, the stain of suspicion lingers, and reclaiming her life, her career, and the trust of those around her is proving to be an uphill battle. Meanwhile, the real threat has yet to vanish. Simone (Amber Riley), now a fugitive, has fled to a convent in Mexico, having no choice but to abandon Houston, along with the one thing she truly cared about—her daughter, Joy (Kennedy Chanel). When a terrifying nightmare shakes her to the core, Simone becomes convinced Joy is in danger and returns to Houston, for a final reckoning between the estranged half-sisters. It’s only a matter of time before old grudges resurface and Monica and Simone come face-to-face. K. Michelle reprises her role as Monica’s best friend Bebe. 

Single Black Female 3: The Final Chapter is produced by Swirl Films for Lifetime. Raven Goodwin, Karen Peterkin, Monique Nash, Korin Williams, Eric Tomosunas and Ty Walker executive produce. Keena Ferguson directs from the script written by Sa’Rah L. Jones and Tessa Scott. 

#SingleBlackFemale3 #TheFinalChapter

Premiere Date: Saturday, March 22 at 8p/7c on Lifetime

Cast:

Raven Goodwin as Monica

Amber Riley as Simone

K. Michelle as Bebe

Porsha Williams as Detective Ebony Williams

Kennedy Chanel as Joy

ABOUT LIFETIME

Celebrating 40 years of entertaining audiences, Lifetime is a premier entertainment destination for women dedicated to offering the highest quality original programming spanning award-winning movies, high-quality limited series and breakout non-fiction series and documentaries. Lifetime has an impressive legacy in public affairs, bringing attention to social issues that women care about with initiatives such as the long-running Stop Breast Cancer for Life, Stop Violence Against Women, and Broader Focus, a major global initiative dedicated to supporting and hiring female directors, writers and producers, including women of color, to make its content. Lifetime Television®, LMN®, Lifetime Real Women® and Lifetime DigitalTM are part of Lifetime Entertainment Services, LLC, a subsidiary of A+E Networks. A+E Networks is a joint venture of the Disney- ABC Television Group and Hearst Corporation.

“Married To Real Estate” Private Watch Party With Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson

Sylvester March 18, 2025

The hit Atlanta-based series Married to Real Estate is officially back and better than ever for its fourth season. Married To Real Estate held their Private Screening and Red Carpet with Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson at Modex Studio for Atlanta VIPs and Tastemakers. Egypt and Mike arrived to a full room of fans and family who were excited to get an early viewing of the new season.

About the Show

Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson get clients into the Atlanta, Georgia dream neighborhoods they never thought they could afford. By using their unparalleled real estate expertise, the couple will make smart purchases and even smarter renovations while managing their busy family.

Egypt Sherrod Bio

Egypt Sherrod is a successful real estate broker in Atlanta Georgia and CEO of the Egypt Sherrod Real Estate Group, designer, television host, author and serial entrepreneur. HGTV fans and her personal real estate and design clients have come to affectionately expect tough love with a hug from Egypt. She is best known as the host of Married to Real Estate, which garners 19 million viewers. Her best-selling book, Keep Calm, It’s Just Real Estate was named the #1 book in the real estate genre by the Book Authority, and nominated for an NAACP Image Award. Egypt along with her builder husband Mike, were crowned the winners on Season 3 of HGTV’s flagship competition design and renovation show Rock the Block, building the highest-selling home in the series’ history. 

The transparent mother of three girls recently had the honor of ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange and was honored by 100 Black Women as a real estate trailblazer. She has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Black Enterprise, Ebony, Essence, Rolling Stone and Architectural Digest and has been named Network Journal’s 40 Under 40.

Mike Jackson Bio

Mike Jackson is a builder with a passion for woodworking, art and creative projects. He also moonlights as DJ Fadelf and has traveled the world for years as a professional, award winning celebrity DJ. Mike joins his wife Egypt Sherrod, a powerhouse real estate broker, in their new HGTV series Married to Real Estate. Together, they create gorgeous homes with smart renovations for their clients, all while juggling busy professional and personal lives. Egypt and Mike also compete in season 3 of HGTV’s mega-hit home renovation competition series, Rock the Block.

Come Wednesday, March 12 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, you can catch Egypt and Mike back at what they do best when the fourth season of Married to Real Estate premieres on HGTV.

The 2025 American Black Film Festival Announces Nia Long and Larenz Tate as Ambassadors

Sylvester March 15, 2025

The 29th annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF)announced today that Nia Long and Larenz Tate, stars of the 1997 iconic romantic drama Love Jones will serve as Ambassadors to the festival. As Ambassadors, Long and Tate will help bring awareness to ABFF’s mission of showcasing Black content and fostering opportunities for creators of color to succeed in the film and TV industry, while inspiring and empowering the next generation of storytellers. This year’s festival will take place live in Miami Beach June 11-15, followed by an online segment June 16-23 on ABFF PLAY (https://abffplay.com/). 

In addition to their roles as Ambassadors, Long and Tate will participate in the ABFF Remembers: Love Jones – an intimate conversation and musical tribute celebrating the legacy of the film. The beloved co-leads will reunite to reflect on the making of the film, their experiences on set, and the enduring friendship that has flourished over the years. Adding to the magic, the event will feature curated selections from the film’s iconic soundtrack, a musical masterpiece in its own right. Jeff Friday first saw Love Jones at another film festival, an experience that inspired him to create the American Black Film Festival. Since the early days, Long and Tate have been ardent supporters of the festival.

“We are thrilled to welcome Nia and Larenz as Ambassadors to the American Black Film Festival,” said Jeff and Nicole Friday, Founders of NICE CROWD. “Their work in Love Jones remains iconic, and they have long been trailblazers in the industry. Their contributions to ABFF’s mission have been immeasurable, dating back to the festival’s early days in Acapulco in the late ’90s. We are honored to count them as dear friends.”

Nia Long is an Award-winning actor, Grammy-nominated performer and author, who is known for her iconic work and legendary roles across both film and television which has garnered her four NAACP Awards. Long next stars in Lionsgate’s Michael, the highly anticipated biopic of Michael Jackson, coming out October 3, 2025. Her upcoming memoir will be published by Gallery Books.

Larenz Tate is a Chicago-born actor who became a cultural icon with his roles in both television and film. He currently stars as Congressman Tate in Power Book II: Ghost on Starz, after first appearing in the Power universe in Season 4 as the ambitious Councilman Rashad Tate. Tate’s career includes groundbreaking roles in films like Menace II Societyand Dead Presidents, which vividly depicted the struggles of Black men in South Central Los Angeles, and his celebrated performance in Love Jones (1997), a cult classic. He’s also starred in Crash, Girls Trip, and TV series such as House of Lies and Rescue Me. Tate is also an entrepreneur, co-founding TateMen Entertainment with his brothers to develop and produce content that champions Black storytelling. The company launched the hit podcast Bronzeville, which has garnered over 20 million downloads. Tate remains a strong advocate for supporting emerging filmmakers and creators in the industry.

Founded by Jeff Friday in 1997, the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is the leading festival of its kind showcasing Black storytelling. Since its inception, the ABFF has been dedicated to supporting Friday’s conviction that Black artists deserve the same opportunities as their mainstream counterparts. Having premiered the work and encouraged the careers of many of today’s most successful filmmakers and actors, the ABFF has become the standard-bearer of excellence for Black American creativity.

ABFF sponsors and partners to date are Warner Bros. Discovery and HBO^® (Founding), Comcast NBCUniversal, Walmart, Ally (Presenting), Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) (Host), City of Miami Beach (Major), Sony Pictures Entertainment, American Airlines (Official), Getty Images, NYFA, (Industry), Variety, LA Times (Media).

About NICE CROWD
NICE CROWD, formerly ABFF Ventures, is a Los Angeles-based live events company that develops and produces properties in the arts, entertainment, lifestyle and wellness industries that showcase BIPOC culture and talent. The Company’s tentpole event is the American Black Film Festival, founded in 1997.

To learn more about NICE CROWD events, visit www.nicecrowd.com.

TAMAR BRAXTON & MS. E CELEBRATE PREMIERE OF BRAND NEW CLEO TV SERIES

Sylvester March 13, 2025

CLEO TV celebrated the premiere of “Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E.,” starring Tamar Braxton and Evelyn “Ms. E” Braxton,
 at The Garden Room in Atlanta, GA. The evening brought together key media, influencers, and industry tastemakers for a first look at the highly anticipated show, premiering Wednesday, March 26 at 9 PM ET/CT on CLEO TV. Guests enjoyed a dynamic program featuring a welcome from TV One and CLEO TV President, Michelle Rice, and Powerhouse Productions founder, Rochelle Brown; an exclusive episode clip preview and Q&A session with Tamar Braxton and Evelyn Braxton, moderated by network President, Michelle L. Rice.

About “Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E.”

Get ready to spice up your screens with the new series “Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E.” Join the dynamic duo of award-winning superstar Tamar Braxton and her mother, Evelyn (affectionately known as Ms. E), as they turn up the heat in the kitchen serving up fabulous looks and delicious dishes. With years of cooking together and friendly competition over who makes the best family recipes, this pair brings their signature humor and charm to every episode. “Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E” premieres Wednesday, March 26 at 9 PM ET/CT on CLEO TV.

BIRTHDAY BASH ATL Returns June 21 at State Farm Arena

Sylvester March 11, 2025

Atlanta’s Hot 107.9 is approaching three decades of influencing Hip Hop culture in the South, across the nation and around the world. Though their reach is global, HOT 107.9 continues to gain loyal fans with authentic community service, exclusive listener experiences and one of the biggest sold-out concerts in the country, Birthday Bash ATL. 

Last year, Birthday Bash ATL presented a captivating show at the award-winning State Farm Arena. HOT 107.9 produced a memorable concert experience with a historic headlining performance from Atlanta’s own Latto, Boosie, Killer Mike, BossMan Dlow and surprise guests such as Usher, Summer Walker and more. 

Birthday Bash ATL 2025 is positioned to raise the bar again and provide another unforgettable evening for the culture. This highly anticipated annual summer concert is projected to be a sell-out success. Event producers recommend purchasing tickets early. 

Birthday Bash ATL 2025 presale tickets will be available to the HOT 107.9 Text Club members on Thursday, March 6^th and to the general public on Friday, March 7th at 10:00am at Ticketmaster.com. For up to date information, visit www.BirthdayBashATL.com or www.HotSpotATL.com, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @HOT1079atl and of course listen to WHTA HOT 107.9 FM.   

Birthday Bash ATL 2025 EVENT DETAILS: 

Saturday, June 21, 2025 @ State Farm Arena 

Gates Open: 6:00pm 

Showtime: 7:00pm – 11:00pm 

HURRY UP TOMORROW in Theaters May 16

Sylvester March 7, 2025

Lionsgate released the official poster forHURRY UP TOMORROW, in theaters May 16. The film was directed by Trey Edward Shults and stars Abel Tesfaye, Jenna Ortega, and Barry Keoghan. 

ONLY IN THEATERS MAY 16

Directed by: Trey Edward Shults

Written by: Trey Edward Shults & Abel Tesfaye & Reza Fahim

Produced by: Abel Tesfaye, p.g.a., Reza Fahim, p.g.a., Kevin Turen, p.g.a., Harrison Kreiss, p.g.a.

Cast: Abel Tesfaye, Jenna Ortega, and Barry Keoghan

Synopsis: A musician plagued by insomnia is pulled into an odyssey with a stranger who begins to unravel the very core of his existence.

Hurry Up Tomorrow, directed by Trey Edward Shults features Abel Tesfaye, Jenna Ortega, and Barry Keoghan, exclusively in theaters on May 16.

Official Site: https://www.hurryuptomorrow.movie

Publicity Materials: https://www.lionsgatepublicity.com/theatrical/hurry-up-tomorrow

Genre: Psychological Thriller

Keshia Knight Pulliam Stars in ‘Wife Stalker’ on Lifetime

Sylvester March 6, 2025

Elisabeth Rohm (Girl in the Basement) returns to executive produce and direct Keshia Knight Pulliam in the thriller Wife Stalker. Based on the book The Wife Stalker by Liv Constantine, the film also stars real-life spouses Grace and Traí Byers and follows a wife whose husband leaves her for a woman with a nefarious past.Joanna (Keshia Knight Pulliam) and Leo (Traí Byers) seem to have it all. Two adorable children, Evie (Alayna Bernard) and Aaron (AJ Bernard) and a beautiful house in the suburbs.  But their perfect marriage begins to unravel when Piper (Grace Byers), the owner of a wellness center moves to town and sets her sights on Leo who quickly falls for her charms. As Piper ruthlessly maneuvers her way into the family, Joanna starts digging into her past and discovers some very disturbing secrets including two previous dead husbands. Fearing for their safety, Joanna is determined to find the proof that she needs and expose Piper in time to protect her family.

 CELEBRATION OF BLACK EXCELLENCE AT THE “56TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS”

Sylvester March 3, 2025

THE INDUSTRY’S PREMIERE CELEBRATION OF BLACK EXCELLENCE HONORED FORMER VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS, THE WAYANS FAMILY,  DAVE CHAPPELLE, BET MEDIA GROUP FOR 45 YEARS OF ENTERTAINMENT & COMMUNITY IMPACT AND KEKE PALMER AS ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR

NEARLY THREE MILLION P2+ TOTAL VIEWERS ACROSS BET MEDIA GROUP

THE “56TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS” WAS THE #1 MOST SOCIAL PROGRAM OF THE NIGHT WITH OVER 2 MILLION INTERACTIONS

Gabrielle Union

NAACP and BET Media Group delivered an unforgettable celebration of Black excellence at the “56th NAACP Image Awards”, honoring individuals whose contributions continue to uplift and empower the Black community. From Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ rallying call for civic engagement to the Wayans family’s multigenerational influence on comedy, the night was a testament to the legacy and future of Black excellence. Dave Chappelle’s fearless artistry and BET Media Group’s 45-year mission to champion Black stories reinforced a well-known truth: Black voices matter, Black talent is unstoppable, and Black culture drives the world forward. The live event dominated the evening with a turnout of nearly three million P2+ Total Viewers*, underscoring the commitment of NAACP and BET to celebrate and uplift Black voices.

President & CEO Scott Mills of BET Media Group remarked, “The NAACP Image Awards continues to be a vital platform for celebrating the depth and breadth of Black excellence. This year’s show reinforced the importance of representation in media and the power of storytelling to uplift and empower our community. BET Media Group is proud to partner with the NAACP in this legacy of amplifying Black voices, and we remain committed to telling the stories that shape culture and inspire future generations.”

• The Awards drew nearly three MM Total Viewers P2+ (EDAC),* as it was simulcast LIVE across 11 Paramount networks, including CBS, BET Her, VH1, MTV, MTV2, Pop, TV Land, LOGO, Comedy Central, and Smithsonian, along with the pre-show and next-day encore.
• The show captivated audiences across all TV, and cable, securing its position as the #1 most social program of the night, excluding sports (2/25/25).** 
• On social, the show generated more than 2 million social interactions across Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTube**, a testament to the enduring relevance and resonance of the NAACP Image Awards. 
• The NAACP Red Carpet Live was the #2 most social special program on TV across BET, VH1, and BET Her.**

From the heartfelt humor of Damon and Marlon Wayans’ reflections on their family’s journey from humble beginnings to a multigenerational comedic dynasty to Kerry Washington’s emphatic and timely speech for her Outstanding Actress win for “The Six Triple Eight” to Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ resounding speech that uplifted and challenged the audience ”to stay alert, to seek the truth, and to actively participate in the fight for America’s future,” the evening’s program left an indelible impression on all who were able to witness.

Damon Wayans and Amyra

From the heartfelt humor of Damon and Marlon Wayans’ reflections on their family’s journey from humble beginnings to a multigenerational comedic dynasty to Kerry Washington’s emphatic and timely speech for her Outstanding Actress win for “The Six Triple Eight” to Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ resounding speech that uplifted and challenged the audience ”to stay alert, to seek the truth, and to actively participate in the fight for America’s future,” the evening’s program left an indelible impression on all who were able to witness.