Charlamagne Interviews Lena Waithe on The Chi
Charlamagne interviews screenwriter Lena Waithe about her experiences as a Black writer in entertainment and her creative freedom in developing authentic material....
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Jesse Collins: Producing Power Play List & Industry Impact
Jesse Collins discusses his transition from radio at KKBT to TV production, creating Jesse Collins Entertainment and producing the hit New Edition biopic....
Buttahmans TEDx Talk: Radio Career Disappointment
Radio personality Buttahman shares his TEDxSaintThomas talk about career disappointments and life lessons. The MTV Jams and BET Networks veteran discusses how mindfulness changed his...
David Kramer & Jay Sures Named Co-Presidents of UTA
David Kramer and Jay Sures have been named co-presidents of United Talent Agency, working alongside CEO Jeremy Zimmer to lead the major talent agency's continued...
Diversity in Films Shows No Progress
USC study reveals stagnation in Hollywood diversity, with women comprising only 31.4% of speaking characters in 2016's top films. Underrepresented groups remain severely underrepresented despite...
Radio Facts: 15 Amazing Women of Color in Media
Radio Facts magazine celebrates its 2nd annual issue honoring 15 amazing women of color in media across radio, music, film, TV and marketing....
“Celebrating Women of Color in Media” Magazine Voting Open
Radio Facts opens voting for Women of Color in Media magazine featuring top 15 influential women. Magazine launches mid-August with industry focus....
Urban Media Launches Trade Site for Entertainment
All Urban Media launches as a new trade site covering urban entertainment, film, TV, streaming, and podcasts for people of color. The site expands RMI...
JAY Z Signs 10-Year Touring Deal With Live Nation
JAY Z signs exclusive 10-year touring partnership with Live Nation, extending their relationship since 2008. The deal covers worldwide concert production and promotion....
Harlem Alliance Honors Brilliant Black Women
Harlem Business Alliance honors music executive icon Sylvia Rhone and eight other brilliant Black women at their 36th annual gala on May 3rd....
The New28 Honors Ethiopia Habtemariam, Chance
The New28 ceremony honored 28 Black influencers including Ethiopia Habtemariam, Chance the Rapper, and Zendaya during Black History Month. The event celebrated artists and entertainers...
Steve Harvey Faces Backlash Amid Controversy
Steve Harvey faces multiple controversies including a $10 million lawsuit over old comedy tapes and the cancellation of his Neighborhood Awards show....
Ricky Harris Celebration of Life Ceremony Held in Long Beach
Ricky Harris' Celebration of Life ceremony was held at New Hope Baptist Church in Long Beach, CA on January 3rd, 2017. The beautiful service included...
Lionsgate Completes $4.4 Billion Acquisition of Starz
Lionsgate completes its $4.4 billion acquisition of Starz, creating a major entertainment powerhouse with 25 million subscribers and a 16,000-title library....
Radio Facts Women of Color in Radio: Entire Issue
Radio Facts presents a comprehensive special issue highlighting women of color making their mark in the radio industry. Celebrating the achievements and contributions of diverse...
Clarence Avant Receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Music mogul Clarence Avant, known as the 'Godfather of Black Music,' was honored with the 2,590th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in October...
Tyler Perry’s New All-White Series
Tyler Perry breaks new ground with TLC's first scripted series 'Too Close to Home' featuring an almost all-white cast, sparking debate among fans....
The Merge Summit Returns to Los Angeles
The Merge Summit returns to Los Angeles August 25-27, 2016, bringing together faith-based and entertainment industry leaders. The event features Cedric The Entertainer, Michelle Williams,...
$4.4 Billion Later and Lionsgate Has Now Acquired Starz
Lionsgate announced a $4.4 billion acquisition of Starz, creating a global content powerhouse with 16,000 titles and enhanced streaming capabilities....
Keke Palmer interviews Mary J Blige on “Real Talk”
Mary J. Blige interviews Keke Palmer on her radio show 'Real Talk,' where Palmer shares career insights and valuable auditioning tips for aspiring performers....
Wendy Williams: Perfect for Radio Syndication
Wendy Williams is reportedly interested in returning to radio syndication, leveraging her TV success and radio veteran status. Industry sources suggest she could command top...
Tanya Hart Breaks Hollywood’s Glass Ceiling
Emmy-winning producer Tanya Hart becomes the first African-American woman to co-chair The Caucus for Producers, Writers & Directors in its 40-year history....
Keke Palmer Receives NAB Television Chairman’s Award
Actress and singer Keke Palmer will receive the 2016 NAB Television Chairman's Award in April. The multi-talented star broke barriers as the youngest talk show...
Take a Glimpse into the Oscars Sistahs Soiree
Alfre Woodard's Seventh Annual Oscars Sistahs Soiree brought together influential women of color in entertainment including Rosario Dawson and Aisha Tyler. The event addressed diversity...
Woodard & Williams Receive Women of Power Legacy Award
Black Enterprise honors Alfre Woodard and Vanessa Williams with Women of Power Legacy Awards at 2016 Summit. The awards recognize outstanding achievements by women of...