Courtesy When it comes to finding fame in Hollywood, those on their way to the top will never forget that first big break. For Harlem actress Shoniqua Shandai, that moment came 15 years ago with her “breakout” role in the Jennifer Lopez-starring 2010 romantic comedy, The Back-up Plan. Of course, the role in question was more or less a non-speaking part as a movie extra. See if you can spot […]

Source: Courtesy / BET Her BET Her is bringing a fresh and exciting travel series to the screen with “Travel Queens,’ a four-episode docuseries premiering this Spring. Watch the trailer inside. The show follows best friends and Pour Minds podcast hosts Lex P and Drea Nicole as they explore some of the most beautiful destinations in the world, blending adventure, relaxation, and cultural discovery. The series takes viewers along as […]

Source: FG Trade / Getty National Cocktail Day is upon us! Every year, March 24th is the date that honors cocktails and the art of making drinks. It’s a day for people to enjoy their favorite cocktails, try new recipes and appreciate the creativity behind mixology. Many bars, restaurants and social gatherings may offer specials or host events to mark the occasion, making it a fun time to explore different […]

Source: Paras Griffin / Getty Tempers flare year-round for sports fans, but emotions reach a new height when March Madness is underway. The fast-paced tournament flips brackets on their heads, and heartbreaking losses happen by the hour, but college basketball heads still tend to enter bracketology with their hearts and not their heads. That’s precisely what happened during CBS’ coverage of the tourney on Friday, March 21, between Inside The […]

Source: Gus Stark/LSU / Getty / Jayden Daniels  Regina Jackson, the mother of Washington Commanders star quarterback Jayden Daniels, was the center of attention over the weekend for protecting her son like his offensive line—not from an opposing defense but from USC hoops star JuJu Watkins.  Jayden Daniels didn’t think he would be the topic of discussion on social media when he decided to attend a women’s college basketball game. […]

Source: Jon Kopaloff / Getty Simone Smith isn’t just LL Cool J’s wife—she’s a force. From being a 20-year cancer survivor and jewelry line owner to holding down her marriage with one of hip-hop’s most legendary heartthrobs, LL Cool J, Simone proves that resilience, faith, and love never go out of style. Simone recently pulled up to the Banking on Cultura podcast and got candid about life, love, family, and […]

The study examined more than 7 million births that occurred over 22 years. supersizer/E+ via Getty Images Living in a disadvantaged neighborhood contributes to a rare form of heart failure known as peripartum cardiomyopathy, a potentially deadly disease that disproportionately affects Black mothers. That’s the key finding of my recent study, published in February 2025 in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Peripartum cardiomyopathy can occur in pregnant or […]

Source: Christopher Polk / Getty Jay-Z and Beyoncé do not play about their name or their family. The couple are said to be considering taking legal action against Kanye West. Page Six is exclusively reporting that the Carters might be taking their former friend and collaborator to court over his recent social media posts. Earlier this week, Kanye West made some very offensive remarks about their youngest children suggesting that […]

Source: THIBAUD MORITZ / Getty Future made sure his daughter Londyn’s Sweet 16 was a night to remember, pulling out all the stops to give her the ultimate birthday experience. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom) The trap superstar didn’t just throw a party, he turned it into a full-blown concert, bringing some of his famous friends along for the ride. Travis Scott had […]