Nat King Cole performs in Copenhagen, Denmark, in April 1960. Ebbe Wrae/JP Jazz Archive/Getty Images Donna M. Cox, University of Dayton Six decades after Nat King Cole’s death in 1965, his music is still some of the most played in the world, and his celebrity transcends generational and racial divides. His smooth voice, captivating piano skills and enduring charisma earned him international acclaim. One of the most influential artists of […]

Source: Julian Dakdouk / Netflix Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour is shaping up to be one of the biggest concert events of 2025. For fans looking to experience the magic without breaking the bank, Atlanta is one of the best cities to do it. Read more about the study and where it would be most affordable to catch Queen Bey’s Cowboy Carter tour inside. A new study from Bonus.com found that Atlanta ranks […]

Source: Marc Piasecki / Getty Tyla stands firm in identifying as “black” and “colored.” In a recent interview with British Vogue, the South African addressed the controversial 2020 TikTok video (that resurfaced in 2023) in which she described her race as a “colored South African.” The internet (particularly the Black community) went into a frenzy, saying that the use of the word colored, as it relates to race, is outdated […]

Source: JIM WATSON / Getty If you were wondering if the two-time convicted felon, also known as the President of the United States, was proud of his arrest record, well look no further than right outside of the Oval Office as it appears that someone in the Trump camp has hung the president’s mugshot on the wall.  Yep, you’ve read this correctly: the leader of the free world has a […]

Source: Tim P. Whitby / Getty Winnie Harlow is about to walk down her most important runway yet—the aisle! The supermodel and her longtime love, NBA star Kyle Kuzma, just announced their engagement, and it’s giving all the romantic vibes we could ever hope for. The couple shared their big news in a joint Instagram post on Tuesday, Feb. 18, featuring a series of swoon-worthy photos of them posing on […]

Source: Gilbert Flores / Getty Keke Palmer pulled up to the 7th Annual American Black Film Festival honors, working a $7,250 Balmain shirt gown, and she stole the show. Palmer has been on a winning streak lately when it comes to fashion. Her glam and ensembles have been giving the girlies life, and this latest look has us gagging! View this post on Instagram A post shared by BIG BOSS […]

Source: Michael Buckner/GG2025 / Getty Cynthia Erivo is one of the cover stars for Essence magazine’s “Black Women In Hollywood” Issue, and we are not surprised. The actress stunned in the cover photo, clad in a bold, ornate ensemble, exuding excellence and power. She is gearing up to be recognized as a cultural icon at Essence‘s upcoming “Black Women In Hollywood” ceremony, and the honor is well-deserved. View this post […]

Source: Bill Pugliano / Getty Former Vice President Kamala Harris will be honored with the Chairman’s Award at the upcoming NAACP Image Awards. The former vice president of the United States, Kamala Harris, will be honored with the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards taking place on Saturday (February 22). The award is given to individuals who “excel in public service and leverage their unique platforms to […]

Source: WWD / Getty Dave Chappelle’s Saturday Night Live monologue caused a stir when he revealed that producers had told him he couldn’t talk about two hot-button topics: Gaza and transgender issues. For over 15 minutes, Chappelle delivered his usual edgy humor but hinted at the censorship behind the scenes. Known for his fearless approach to comedy, Chappelle’s never been one to hold back, but on SNL, there were limits. […]