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Dystany Spurlock Makes NASCAR History
At 34 years old, Dystany Spurlock is doing something no Black woman has ever done in NASCAR history. The Richmond, Virginia native and professional motorcycle drag racer will become the first Black woman to compete in one of NASCAR’s top three national series.
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13 Queens. One Undeniable Legacy.
Since 1990, 13 Black and Black Biracial women have shaped the history of Miss USA. From the military to STEM and journalism to criminal justice reform, these women broke barriers, redefined leadership, and used the crown for impact far beyond the stage.
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Marissa Bode Breaks Barriers on Bazaar VN Cover
Marissa Bode, rising star and Wicked’s Nessarose, shines on a groundbreaking Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam digital cover. The shoot celebrates her journey from a life-changing injury to becoming a leading voice for disabled artists in fashion and film.
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Marissa Bode Breaks Barriers on Bazaar VN Cover!
Marissa Bode, rising star & Wicked’s Nessarose, shines on Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam digital cover. Celebrating her journey from life-changing injury to leading voice for disabled artists in fashion & film. Pushing real representation, accessibility & authentic casting. A cultural milestone! #MarissaBode #HarperBazaarVietnam #DisabledRepresentation
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Cynthia Erivo: GQ’s 2025 Icon!
Cynthia Erivo graces GQ's 2025 Men of the Year cover, a landmark achievement on a historically male-dominated list. Her inclusion celebrates her profound impact on entertainment and culture. Erivo's powerful presence, amplified by projects like "Wicked" and "The Color Purple," underscores her influence as a barrier-breaking artist.
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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.
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Tatyana Ali Julia Stiles Join Dancing with the Stars Cast
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air actress Tatyana Ali and Save the Last Dance star Julia Stiles are reportedly joining the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars.
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Jaafarjackson on GQ Middle East August 2026
Jaafer Jackson for GQ Middle East. Story by The Summerman.
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Ne-Yo Sued Over Dog Attack Injury Claim
Ne-Yo is facing a negligence lawsuit from a delivery worker who claims his dog attacked her outside his Georgia home on July 12, 2025. The plaintiff alleges the animal viciously attacked and mauled her, causing severe bodily injury, and claims Ne-Yo knew the dog had shown aggressive behavior but failed to properly restrain it.
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Drake Rents Toronto Castle for Date Night
Drake flew Pinkchyu to Toronto and rented out Casa Loma, the massive nearly 200,000-square-foot castle, for their date. The 98-room landmark was shut down except for staff, leaving the couple to enjoy sushi privately in the sprawling castle. This is quite the upgrade from their last date when Pinkchyu won Drake's viral dating challenge. Drake has previously rented Dodger Stadium for private dinners, and he's also promised to buy Pinkchyu's mom a house, a promise he's making good on.
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Brad Pitt Seeks Three More Years of Angelina Jolie Money
Brad Pitt wants Angelina Jolie to hand over three additional years of financial records as their battle over Château Miraval moves closer to trial. In a July 31 court filing, Pitt's attorneys accused Jolie of withholding documents detailing her income from 2017 through 2019.