Jerrod Carmichael’s Honest Golden Globes Racism Talk
Jerrod Carmichael made history as the first Black Golden Globes host in 79 years, delivering a brutally honest opening about Hollywood's racist past....
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Roc Nation and Radio One “Blitz” Dinner (pics)
Roc Nation and Radio One hosted an exclusive industry dinner at Rock Steady restaurant. The event brought together key figures from hip-hop and urban radio....
Ray J Reflects on Youth, Shares Advice for Younger Self
Ray J reflects on his youth and shares advice for his younger self, encouraging focus on talent over trying to appear cool. The singer discusses...
Berry Gordy Appoints Carol Perrin as CEO of His Companies
Berry Gordy appoints Carol Perrin as CEO of his companies. The former law firm partner will lead operations for the Motown founder's business empire....
Radio Facts 7th Annual Power Play List Magazine, Dec 2022
Radio Facts announces its 7th Annual Power Play List magazine launching December 5th, 2022, celebrating contributions of people of color in media and entertainment....
CBS Studios and NAACP Launch Initiative for Black Writers
CBS Studios and NAACP launch new initiative to discover Black episodic writers, offering WGA-minimum script deal through The Black List platform. Submissions open August 16-November...
Breakfast Club on Amy Schumer’s Tiffany Haddish Remarks
The Breakfast Club analyzes Amy Schumer's controversial comments about Tiffany Haddish from The Shop, discussing industry treatment of outspoken Black women....
Comedy is More Dangerous After Will Smith’s Slap: DL Hughley
DL Hughley reveals how Will Smith's slap has made comedy more dangerous, forcing comedians to increase security and making some afraid to perform on stage....
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on Will Smith-Chris Rock Incident
Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar speaks out on Will Smith's Oscar slap incident, calling it a blow to the Black community and entertainment industry....
Keisha Taylor Starr appointed new CMO for Scripps Networks
Keisha Taylor Starr has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer for Scripps Networks, effective January 3, 2022. She brings over 20 years of media experience across...
Al Harrington, John Monopoly & Dan Pettigrew On Equity
Al Harrington, John Monopoly, and Dan Pettigrew discuss equity issues in the entertainment industry on The Breakfast Club morning show....
Tyler Perry: Sometimes Its Best to Be Hidden
Tyler Perry shares inspirational vignettes online, addressing topics Hollywood won't give him airtime for. His motivational messages continue to resonate....
Culture Creators Honors Diversity at Annual Awards
Culture Creators hosted its 5th annual Innovators & Leaders Awards Brunch, honoring Swizz Beatz with the Icon Award and D-Nice as Innovator of the Year....
Black Comedians Adapt and Thrive Amid COVID-19 Challenges
Black comedians overcame major challenges during COVID-19, adapting to club closures and canceled tours through digital platforms and creative content....
Black American Music Assoc. & GEC Walk of Fame
The Black American Music Association and Georgia Entertainment Caucus announce the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in downtown Atlanta. The permanent installation will...
Live Nation Urban Launches Black Tour Directory
Live Nation Urban launches The Black Tour Directory, a comprehensive resource connecting Black professionals and companies with touring industry opportunities. The platform aims to increase...
Pollstar and VenuesNow Release 2020 Industry Survey Results
Pollstar's 2020 industry survey of 1,350 live music professionals reveals 54.8% believe venues will return to full capacity in 2021, despite 72% expressing concern about...
Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell Life Rights
Swirl Films secures life rights of Luther 'Uncle Luke' Campbell to develop scripted and unscripted projects about the 2 Live Crew rapper's influence on entertainment...
UTA Elevates Emerson Davis and Chelsea McKinnies to Partner
UTA promotes agents Chelsea McKinnies and Emerson Davis to partner status. Both have over 25 years combined experience representing top talent including Tracee Ellis Ross...
Lady Gaga & Atom Factory: Troy Carter
Troy Carter transformed Lady Gaga from an unknown artist to global superstar before founding Atom Factory. The former aspiring rapper became one of music's most...
Entertainment Legend Andre Harrell Tribute Airs Sunday
Entertainment legend Andre Harrell gets star-studded tribute Sunday on BET featuring Chris Rock, Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx and more celebrating the Uptown Records founder....
Radio Facts: Streaming Sites’ Growing Dominance
New study of 50,000 Americans reveals 60% spend more time streaming than on pay-TV, with Gen Z leading the shift to streaming-only consumption....
Deadline Hollywood & African American Film Critics
AAFCA and Deadline Hollywood announce major 2020 partnership featuring Next Gen events and Hot Spots conferences to support emerging entertainment professionals....
AAFCA Announces 2020 Special Achievement Awards Honorees
AAFCA announces 2020 Special Achievement Awards honorees including Clarence Avant receiving the Game Changer Award and filmmaker Deon Taylor among recipients....
Dr. Dina Andrews Joins Uplifting Minds II Panel
Music management pioneer Dr. Dina Andrews joins the professional panel at the 20th annual Uplifting Minds II Entertainment Conference in Los Angeles....
