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2026 Met Gala Recap: Anok Yai Stuns, Beyoncé Returns & Fashion Becomes Art
The 2026 Met Gala was historic as Beyoncé returned after a decade. Experience Anok Yai’s viral look and Rihanna’s Margiela finale that just broke the internet.
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How ‘Michael’ Tapped Into Black Music Icon Stories
The new Hulu biopic 'Michael' is the latest must-see exploration of a Black music icon's life and legacy. We break down why these stories matter so much to the culture.
ADVICE
Nia Long Poses for Playboy: Actress Discusses Freedom & Dating
Nia Long opens up about her pursuit of freedom, her role in the Michael Jackson biopic, and her dating boundaries in a new interview.
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Happy 70th Birthday to Actress Janet Hubert! She’s known for starring in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. 🍰🎂
Janet Hubert celebrates her 70th birthday, recognized widely for her role as Aunt Viv on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Her work on the iconic series helped shape a defining era of Black television and continues to resonate with fans today.
FASHION
Hollywood’s Golden Night: Critics Choice Honors BIPOC Excellence 2025
Hollywood’s brightest stars aligned at the 8th Annual Critics Choice Celebration. Ryan Coogler and Spike Lee lead a historic night of BIPOC joy and triumph.
SPOTLIGHT
Happy 60th Birthday to Duane Martin: Above the Rim Star Still Scoring Big!
Happy 60th Birthday to Actor Person's Name Martin! He's known for starring in Above the Rim, All of Us, and Deliver Us From Eva.
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August Shines Brighter: Remembering Chris Kelly of Kris Kross on His Heavenly Birthday
Happy Heavenly Birthday to Chris Kelly from Kris Kross!
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Happy 65th Birthday to Judge Karen, Reality TV Royalty!
Happy 65th Birthday to Reality TV Host Judge Karen! 🎂🥳
MOVIES & TV
Happy 58th Birthday to Angelle Brooks: Still Shining Bright Like Her ‘Malcolm & Eddie’ Days!
Happy 58th Birthday to Actress Angelle Brooks! She's known for starring in Malcolm & Eddie with Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Eddie Griffin.
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Happy Heavenly Birthday, Alex Haley: The Storyteller Who Gave America its Roots!
Happy Heavenly Birthday to Writer Person's Name Haley! He's known for writing Roots: The Saga of an American Family. ABC adapted the book as a television miniseries of the same name...
MEN
The Biggest Moments From the 2025 Met Gala
From regal drama to sculptural elegance, Black stars commanded the Met Gala 2025 carpet. Zuri Hall stunned in Bishme Cromartie, Ego Nwodim gave high fashion in Christopher John Rogers, and Teyana Taylor delivered a Victorian fantasy in Marc Jacobs. And Tyla? She embodied the night’s theme—literally.
