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NYC Mayor Mamdani & Charles Blow – The Root
Under the soaring ceiling of the Governor's Room, the city's youngest mayor in more than a century and its first Democratic Socialist responded to questions on issues important to African Americans. The 34-year-old was characteristically charming but deftly evasive. He discussed his African origins and why his parents gave him the middle name Kwame. Born in Uganda, he moved to South Africa at five and to the United States at seven. He addressed the shrinking Black population, gentrification of historically Black neighborhoods, school segregation, reparations, and his relationship with Donald Trump. His consistent theme was that his economic agenda focused on childcare, transportation, housing, and affordability was fundamental to improving New Yorkers' lives.
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Darlene Love at 85: Soul Icon Stuns With Style
Darlene Love, the iconic soul singer and co-reigning Queen of Christmas, just turned 85 and continues to look absolutely gorgeous. After a recent appearance on the Today show, fans on TikTok are in awe of her youthful glow, wondering what beauty secret she uses. However, Love reveals the real secret is simply living a fulfilling life and working on projects she's passionate about, including her upcoming documentary.
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Tawathaa Gee on Cadillac Chronicles Interview
So the super legendary Tawatha Agee came through to Cadillac Chronicles TV with some certified generational classics. Her voice is embedded into the culture. From being the voice of Mtume to helping shape the sound of R&B as a session vocalist. Great conversation about knowing what you want out of life.
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Quavo & Offset Reunite After 5 Years
Quavo and Offset are joining forces again for the first time in 5 years for a new collab. Quavo held a surprise listening party for his new album, "Qrömelife," on Saturday and Offset dropped in to tease their new song from the project, "Away." Quavo posted about the upcoming album executive produced by Pharrell on Instagram, writing that he was dealing with grief and needed to create and express himself.
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Masego on Fix Your Face Tour Europe 2025
Masego's Fix Your Face Tour heads to Europe in February, hitting Milan, Zurich, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Berlin, Cologne, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and London. The tour wraps at The O2 on February 25. Tickets available at masego.com.
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Taylor Frankie Paul’s Canceled Bachelorette Season Engagement
Taylor Frankie Paul revealed that she got engaged while filming the canceled ABC dating show Bachelorette, then resumed contact with ex Dakota Mortensen after returning home. The season never aired after ABC pulled her run three days before its scheduled February debut.
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A Different World Series: 5 Things to Love
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.