Tag: Acting
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Sam Jackson’s Gator Conquered Cannes
Samuel L. Jackson left rehab two weeks before playing crackhead Gator Purify in Spike Lee's Jungle Fever. The raw performance, an exorcism of his own addiction, was so powerful Cannes revived its Best Supporting Actor award after a 10-year hiatus.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
The Rock: Pain, Performance, New Role
Dwayne Johnson opens up about the struggles behind his persona and his challenging new role as Mark Kerr in "The Smashing Machine." The New York Times profile explores his wrestling days, rise to fame, and personal battles, requiring him to channel anguish and vulnerability.
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Brooks: More Entertainment Growth
Danielle Brooks is building her career on her own terms, creating opportunities for overlooked talent. She emphasizes "build" as her guiding principle, shaping a meaningful career beyond acting and opening doors for artists from all backgrounds. Her success inspires Black Cosmopolitans, showing that success means reshaping the room for future generations.
CULTURE
Tupac’s Ballet Past: From Mouse King to Rap Legend
Tupac, a legendary rapper, honed his skills at the Baltimore School for the Arts. He studied acting, poetry, jazz, and ballet, even playing the Mouse King in The Nutcracker. His artistic roots shaped his music.
ADVICE
Jurnee Smollett: Gained weight for “Smoke”
Jurnee Smollett gained 20 lbs for "Smoke" to portray Michelle's muscular presence. She prioritizes her son Hunter's exposure to diverse fields, not pushing him into acting despite his interest, aiming for him to explore and find his passion.
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Black Voices in the Revolutionary War
The 250th anniversary of America arrives as historians confront the full truth of the American Revolution and Black soldiers, spies and petitioners whose stories have been pushed to the margins. Around 5,000 Black men fought on the Patriots' side, while thousands more fought for the British. From double agents at Yorktown to Dunmore's Proclamation, Black contributions were vast and often crucial to victory.
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Anna Faris Accused Of Being On Drugs: Video
Anna Faris officially stepped back into the Hollywood spotlight for the highly anticipated global premiere of the brand-new Scary Movie 2026 reboot in Los Angeles, marking over a decade since she last played the iconic Cindy Campbell alongside Regina Hall and the original Wayans brothers.
CAREER & FINANCE
Deceased Rapper Coolio’s Estate Burdened With Six-Figure Financial Obligations
Coolio left behind a massive amount of debt when he died, including more than six figures owed to federal taxes. According to court documents, the estate has only $24,385.60 in a bank account but lists around $140K in state and federal taxes owed, a $173K creditor claim, and approximately $1,400 in medical bills. The rapper died on September 28, 2022, at age 59, leaving behind seven children.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
ESSENCE Festival 2026 Celebrity Star Sightings
After taking over New Orleans and bringing together some of the biggest names in Black Hollywood, ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2026 has come to an end. Over the weekend, panels hosted by icons from politics, entertainment and culture were packed with audiences ready to listen and enjoy themselves. If you want to know who exactly was walking around ESSENCE Festival, we've got you. Here are the celebs we spotted.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Trump Praises Nicki Minaj’s Appearance at White House Rose Garden Lunch
Nicki Minaj was living it up with the big shots at the White House Rose Garden Lunch and she got a shoutout from President Trump who called her hot. Nicki was spotted at the event in a pink dress and she sure didn't hate the praise she got from Trump when he said she's so incredible.