Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
The Costume Designers Guild is shining a spotlight on two women whose work—on screen and behind the scenes—has shaped culture, style, and storytelling. At the 28th Costume Designers Guild Awards, Teyana Taylor will receive the Vanguard Spotlight Award, while legendary costume designer Michelle Cole will be honored with the Career Achievement Award. Both accolades will […]
Dyllón Burnside has signed on to star in The Right Side, a new independently produced comedy series that is preparing for a spring shoot in New York. The project also features Golden Globe winner Andie MacDowell, marking another high-profile turn for the veteran actress in television. Created by Max Talisman and Lynne Kamm, The Right […]
Deborah Cox is officially joining the Broadway revival of the musical comedy Titanique, stepping into the role of the larger-than-life Unsinkable Molly Brown as the fan-favorite Off-Broadway hit makes its long-awaited transfer uptown. The Olivier Award–winning show, which hilariously reimagines Titanic through the music of Céline Dion, will begin Broadway previews on March 26 at […]
Angela Bassett’s career has never been defined by a single moment—but by decades of intention, power, and undeniable impact. That legacy will be front and center this awards season as the iconic actress, director, and executive producer is set to receive the Excellence in the Arts Award at the 8th annual American Black Film Festival […]
The Directors Guild of America has unveiled its 2026 nominations, and this year’s list reflects both awards-season momentum and meaningful milestones across film, television, and documentary storytelling. At the center of the moment is Ryan Coogler, who earned a nomination for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film for Sinners. With the nod, Coogler becomes […]
HBO Max is moving full speed ahead with The Pitt, officially renewing the acclaimed medical drama for a third season as its second season premieres today, January 8. The early renewal reflects the streamer’s confidence in the series, which has quickly become one of Max’s most talked-about originals thanks to its grounded storytelling, emotional weight, […]
Christina Elmore is set to lead a bold new indie feature as the star of Zugzwang, a genre-bending detective story that marks the feature directorial debut of Emmy-winning filmmaker Bridget Stokes. Zugzwang follows Lady (Elmore), a private detective pushed to the edge of survival as she takes on a dangerous case in pursuit of personal […]
Prime Video isn’t easing back into the Cross universe — it’s dropping viewers straight into the fire. The streamer has unveiled the official trailer and key art for Season 2 of Cross, confirming the hit crime thriller will return February 11, 2026. The new season will debut with three episodes, followed by weekly releases leading […]
Netflix is heading into 2026 with a stacked TV lineup that spans prestige drama, long-running favorites, bold reimaginings, and genre swings that feel intentional. From early-year returns and final seasons to brand-new series launching later in the year, the streamer’s slate balances familiarity with risk, leaning into character-driven stories, big names behind the camera, and […]
SAG-AFTRA officially kicked off awards season on January 7, unveiling the nominations for the 32nd annual ceremony, now rebranded as The Actor Awards. Formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards, this marks the first year the honors carry the new name — while continuing the long-standing tradition of recognizing the year’s most outstanding performances […]