Mary J. Blige is opening up once again about the backlash surrounding her 2012 Burger King commercial—and making it clear that, for her, the moment still isn’t something to laugh about. In a new interview on House Guest with Scott Evans, the Grammy-winning artist addressed the viral ad, which featured her singing the ingredients of […]
“If I Go Will They Miss Me” Drops Teaser Video Ahead of California Premiere at the 69th SFFILM Festival
LA-based filmmaker Walter Thompson-Hernández is bringing something quietly powerful to the West Coast this spring—and it’s officially getting a new look ahead of its California debut. If I Go Will They Miss Me, starring Oscar nominee Danielle Brooks and J. Alphonse Nicholson, has released a teaser video, offering a fresh glimpse into its emotionally layered […]
8 Memoirs Releasing in 2026 to Add to Your Reading List
There’s something really special happening right now when it comes to memoirs—especially from Black icons who didn’t just exist in culture, they helped shape it. From television pioneers and music legends to sports figures and cultural disruptors, this new wave of memoirs feels less like nostalgia and more like a reclaiming. These are the stories […]
Ice Cube and Chris Tucker’s Sons Reimagine Classic Comedy ‘Friday’ for LA Rams Draft Promo [VIDEO]
The legacy of Friday is getting a new generation spin—this time with an NFL twist. The Los Angeles Rams have tapped O’Shea Jackson Jr. and Destin Tucker—the sons of Ice Cube and Chris Tucker—to headline ‘Thursday,’ a clever reimagining of the 1995 cult classic, as part of the team’s 2026 NFL Draft campaign. Released across […]
First We Feast Sets Premiere for New Pizza-Driven Interview Series ‘Slice Joint’ Hosted by Speedy Morman
First We Feast is expanding its unscripted slate with the launch of a new original series, “Slice Joint,” hosted by Speedy Morman. The series is set to premiere Monday, April 20 at 2 p.m. ET, continuing the brand’s signature blend of food-forward conversation and culture-driven interviews. Following the format First We Feast has become known […]
The Scene That Almost Wasn’t: Delroy Lindo’s Monologue Might Be the Most Important Moment in Sinners
When most people talk about the standout moments in Sinners, the dance montage scene comes up first and it deserves every bit of praise it gets. But the scene that carries the most weight in the entire film is Delroy Lindo’s monologue in the car. The first time you watch it, it reads as a […]
‘Will Trent’ Shocker: Sonja Sohn Exits as ABC Confirms Amanda Wagner’s Death
I’m not even going to pretend this one didn’t sit with me for a few days. After the jaw-dropping ending of Will Trent Season 4, Episode 15, ABC has officially confirmed what a lot of us were hoping wasn’t true: Amanda Wagner is dead. The GBI Deputy Director, played by Sonja Sohn, was killed after […]
Rashida Jones and Hailee Steinfeld to Star in Disney’s Original Animated Film ‘Hexed’
Rashida Jones is leading the charge in Disney’s latest original animated feature. The actress has been tapped to voice the Type-A mom in Hexed, a new film unveiled during Disney’s CinemaCon presentation in Las Vegas. She stars alongside Hailee Steinfeld, who voices the teenage lead, Billie Doe. Set for a November 25 theatrical release, Hexed […]
Garcelle Beauvais to Release New Audible Memoir ‘Protecting My Peace… at All Costs’
After more than four decades in Hollywood, Garcelle Beauvais is ready to tell her story—on her own terms. The actress, producer, and TV host will release her second memoir, Protecting My Peace… at All Costs, exclusively on Audible on May 7. Written and narrated by Beauvais, the Audible Original promises a deeply personal look into […]
Chris Stokes Sets ‘Forever, This Ring’ as First Film in 20-Picture Deal With Turnstr+
Director Chris Stokes is expanding his footprint in the streaming space, officially locking in an exclusive 20-picture deal with emerging platform Turnstr+. Leading the slate is his latest project, Forever, This Ring, which will premiere as part of the platform’s launch on October 2. The film boasts a familiar ensemble from Stokes’ creative circle and […]









