Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Apple TV+ has released the trailer for its upcoming drama series “Sugar,” featuring Colin Farrell as a determined private investigator on a mission to find a missing woman. The trailer gives viewers a glimpse into the world of “Sugar,” where Farrell’s character, John Sugar, is hired to locate the missing granddaughter of Hollywood producer Jonathan […]
The animation and children’s television community is mourning the loss of Janice Burgess, the brilliant mind behind Nickelodeon’s beloved series, The Backyardigans. Burgess, 72, passed away on March 4, and although the cause of her death has not been immediately disclosed, her departure was confirmed by fellow animation writer Fracaswell Hyman through heartfelt social media […]
Queen Latifah is set to return as the host for this year’s NAACP Image Awards. The star-studded event, airing live on March 16 at 8 p.m. ET on BET and CBS, will not only celebrate outstanding achievements in the entertainment industry but also honor influential figures such as poet Amanda Gorman and fashion icon June […]
Fox has finalized its cast for the upcoming medical drama series “Doc,” centered around lead Molly Parker. The series, based on the popular Italian show “Doc — Nelle tue mani,” has added Omar Metwally, Amirah Vann, Jon Ecker, and Anya Banerjee as series regulars. Additionally, Scott Wolf and Patrick Walker are set to make recurring […]
In a heartfelt acceptance speech at the African American Film Critics Association’s (AAFCA) Special Achievement Awards, Jamie Foxx revealed plans to shed light on his recent health scare through a comedic lens. During the AAFCA’s Producers Award ceremony, held to honor Black excellence in the film industry, Foxx, 56, recounted the gratitude he feels since […]
Don Cheadle is set to lend his distinctive voice to the upcoming documentary, “Triumph: Jesse Owens and the Berlin Olympics,” a part of The History Channel’s expanded partnership with LeBron James’ SpringHill Company. This collaboration brings forth three compelling documentary projects that aim to delve into pivotal moments in sports history. The first project, with […]
Gillian White (“Trouble Man!”) and Isaiah Washington (“Grey’s Anatomy”) are starring up for the upcoming Christmas action-comedy, “Dashing Through The Snow.” Penned and directed by Prince Bagdasarian, the movie also stars Scottie Thompson (“Hellfire”), David Koechner (“Anchorman”), Hunter Ives (“Abstraction”), James Di Giacomo (“The Kill Room”) and social media influencer Nick Antonyan. Set against the […]
Eddie Murphy’s upcoming heist comedy, “The Pickup,” produced in collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios, has expanded its cast with four new additions: Eva Longoria, Marshawn Lynch, Ismael Cruz Cordova, and Jack Kesy. The film also features previously announced cast members Pete Davidson, Keke Palmer, and Andrew Dice Clay. Directed by Tim Story and written by […]
Noma Dumezweni is making waves with not one but two exciting projects on the horizon. The talented actress is set to showcase her skills in ‘The Friend’ alongside Naomi Watts and Bill Murray, and she’ll take the lead in the Apple TV+ sci-fi drama series, ‘Murderbot,’ opposite Alexander Skarsgård. In ‘The Friend,’ Naomi Watts and […]
Wendell Pierce is poised to bring the iconic Perry White, Editor-in-Chief of the Daily Planet, to life in James Gunn’s much-anticipated “Superman.” As the film, originally titled “Superman: Legacy,” begins production in Atlanta, it’s worth delving into the rich history of the character Pierce will portray. Perry White has been a stalwart presence in the […]