Tag: Diversity

Lincoln Motion Picture Company, founded in 1916, was the first Black-owned film production company in America. Created by brothers Noble and George Johnson in response to the racist film The Birth of a Nation, it aimed to portray Black Americans with dignity and humanity. Now, director Brennan DuBose is reviving this historic studio for a new generation, emphasizing accurate storytelling through partnerships with academic institutions and prioritizing the full range of Black experiences and excellence in modern filmmaking.

We're halfway through the college football season, and we're about to make Black history. In the ninety-one years since they started giving bronze trophies to the nation's top college football player, no group of finalists has been exclusively Black. That's changing this year. It's about to be an all-Black December.

In a sports media industry where race and gender shape whose voices are heard, three Black women are reshaping how stories of athletes at historically Black colleges and universities are told. HBCU GO broadcasters Nia Symone, Lawrencia Moten and Nicole Hutchison bring their perspectives to national audiences, telling stories beyond the final score. They see HBCU sports as deserving greater attention, particularly given resource disparities between programs.

When we think of Black History Month, we often think of iconic pioneers like Martin Luther King Jr., Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X. But across the Atlantic, Black Brits celebrate their own Black History Month each October, honoring individuals who made diversity one of the UK's greatest strengths. From historical figures who walked British soil long before the transatlantic slave trade to modern pop culture icons, this October celebrates essential names across the Black British diaspora.

We've all been skeptical of reboots and sequels. When Hollywood announced a sequel series to A Different World, it was fair to wonder whether it could capture that same Hillman magic. But after watching the new series, we have reasons to believe it might surprise you. Because this isn't just another trip down memory lane—it actually has something new to say.

The 78th Primetime Emmys are about to celebrate TV history live from Los Angeles on Sep. 14. With so much groundbreaking television showcased year after year, it's hard to believe that some Black shows and artists considered essential parts of the culture never received award recognition from the Television Academy. We've made a list of actors and shows that have been seriously snubbed at the Emmys over the years. So as we wait to see if certain shows take home prizes, we're looking back at notable series and stars that have never won a Primetime Emmy.