Jamal Edwards, who nurtured UK musical talent, dead at 31
Jamal Edwards, a British music entrepreneur who championed U.K. rap and grime and helped launch the careers of artists including The post Jamal Edwards, who nurtured UK musical talent, dead at 31 appeared first on TheGrio.
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Megan Thee Stallion Shared Text Messages Of Tory Lanez Apologizing, Pardi Steps In
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Megan Thee Stallion also dug into Tory Lanez as she shared a never-before-seen screenshot of phone message exchanges between her and the Canadian rapper, apparently after the shooting. The messages are dated Sunday, July 12 at 8:59 PM, with texts
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Best New Dancehall Songs Feb. 2022: Popcaan, Skeng, Koffee, Vybz Kartel, Masicka | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall artistes continues to drop new music as they vie to dominate the airwaves locally and overseas. It doesn’t matter if you’re an old head or a new lover of dancehall, as February had a little something for just about everyone. Entertainers
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Megan Thee Stallion Calls Out DJ Akademiks, Tory Lanez Shooting Trial Postponed | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Megan Thee Stallion is disputing alleged information leaked by DJ Akademiks, claiming that DNA linking Tory Lanez to Megan’s shooting is inconclusive. On Wednesday, Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion began trending after DJ Akademiks claimed that he
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28 Days of Black Movies: I wonder if ‘Hav Plenty’ would be as popular as it is if it were released today (I doubt it)
Hav Plenty, the 1998 rom-com produced, written, directed, edited and starring Christopher Scott Cherot, has always fascinated me. For
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Best New Dancehall Songs Feb. 2022: Popcaan, Skeng, Koffee, Vybz Kartel, Masicka
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Dancehall artistes continues to drop new music as they vie to dominate the airwaves locally and overseas. It doesn’t matter if you’re an old head or a new lover of dancehall, as February had a little something for just about everyone. Entertainers
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Megan Thee Stallion Lashes Out At Carl Crawford Says Legal Fight Not Over
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Megan Thee Stallion has responded to a post by Carl Crawford after she dismissed a lawsuit against the label exec and his company. The “Savage” rapper has been quiet in recent months, but she popped up on social media to shut down a lawsuit update
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Zoe Bethel the reigning Miss Alabama dies at 27 | New Pittsburgh Courier
Bethel, who worked as a reporter for Right Side Broadcasting, suffered fatal injuries from a car accident earlier this month, her family said in a social media post. by Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Zoe Bethel, the former model crowned Miss Alabama for
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28 Days of Black Movies: I can’t decide just how ridiculous this ask is in the movie ‘Cain and Abel.’ Help.
If I had to wager a guess, I’d guess only a scant few people outside of the actors’ family members The post 28 Days of Black Movies: I can’t decide just how ridiculous this ask is in the movie ‘Cain and Abel.’ Help. appeared first on TheGrio.
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Byron Allen sits down with CBS 'Sunday Morning' to talk setting the example for future business leaders
For Byron Allen, owning a major media company is about more than making money. As a Black man, it also The post Byron Allen sits down with CBS 'Sunday Morning' to talk setting the example for future business leaders appeared first on TheGrio.
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Major Lazer's Walshy Fire Says "Toast" Beat Wasn't For Koffee | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Walshy Fire opens up about his admiration for Koffee while sharing how he linked with her to produce her biggest hit, “Toast.” There are many things for Walshy Fire to be grateful for in this world, and his work on Koffee’s Rapture must be pretty
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Source: Haiti News - Daily News from Haiti
Meet The Black Inventor Behind Mattel's Second-Best Selling Card Game
Black inventor Ken Johnson partners with U.S. toy giant, Mattel, to launch a special edition of Phase 10, the rummy-type card game sold globally.
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'Wicked' star Brittney Johnson becomes first Black actress to play Glinda on Broadway
There's a new Glinda the Good Witch in town and her name is Brittney Johnson. The 31-year-old Washington, D.C. native The post 'Wicked' star Brittney Johnson becomes first Black actress to play Glinda on Broadway appeared first on TheGrio.
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Netflix CEO Reed Hastings, Wife Donate Millions To HBCU Tougaloo College
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings and his wife, Patty Quillin, are donating $10 million to fund scholarship programs at Tougaloo College and Brown University
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Meek Mill Dishes Kodak Black Relationship Advice Ahead Of New Album
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Meek Mill shares some relationship advice with Kodak Black as he readies his new album. The Philly rhymer opened the window for fans to pick his brain and get answers to questions they were interested in while he was aboard an hours-long flight. The
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Kanye West ‘Objects’ To Kim Kardashian’s Divorce Filing, Makes New Demands
Tags: Kim Kardashian, Kanye West Things are getting even messier in the West-Kardashian divorce. Kim Kardashian filed for divorce from the Yeezus rapper in February 2021, 'citing irreconcilable differences.' Since then, Kanye West has made every other attempt to get his estranged wife
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50 Cent Trolls Michael Jordan Over Viral Hug With Mary J. Blige: "He Palmed The Ball" | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz 50 Cent join social media trolls reacting to Michael Jordan’s viral hug with Mary J. Blige at the NBA All-Star game. The G-Unit rapper is known to be one of the meanest rappers, but occasionally he shares his playful side as he reacts to his friends
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How Ari Lennox Masterfully Showcases Black Beauty In Her Videos - Blavity
When Ari Lennox walks into a room, you can’t help but keep your eyes on her as she is one of many young Black women that naturally symbolize Black beauty. Whether it be through glamourous 70’s styled music videos, her authentic voice, or showcasing Black love, Lennox is a force in the music
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Tommy Lee Sparta Hospitalized Following Altercation With Prison Officials | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Tommy Lee Sparta was rushed to a hospital following an altercation with officers in prison. The dancehall star was reportedly knocked unconscious on Monday, February 21, during an alleged fight with the Correctional Services (DCS) department
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Nicki Minaj Twerk To Celebrates New Song With Lil Baby Chart Success: "I AM #1" | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Nicki Minaj new song with Lil Baby, “Do We Have A Problem?” debut at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and could take the top spot next week. The “Bussin” rapper took to Twitter to thank fans for their loyalty as she celebrated a rash of new
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Historic First: Tracy Morgan Will Become The First Black Person To Receive The Friars Club Icon Award
Tracy Morgan will make history as the first Black person to receive the Friars Club Entertainment Icon Award.
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Ruth E. Carter to be honored with an NAACP 'Vanguard' Award
With credits from iconic films like The Five Heartbeats, Malcolm X, What's Love Got to Do With It, Amistad and The post Ruth E. Carter to be honored with an NAACP 'Vanguard' Award appeared first on TheGrio.
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"Tha God’s Honest Truth" Renewed For Another Season
MTV Entertainment Group announced that Comedy Central's "Tha God’s Honest Truth with Charlamagne Tha God" has been renewed for a second season.
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Lizzo looking for dancers for new reality show - DefenderNetwork.com
Lizzo is ready to take on reality TV with her very own show. Watch Out for the Big Grrlsis a competition series coming to Amazon Prime at the end of […]
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Houston filmmaker showcases Black literary art series - DefenderNetwork.com
Meet Vincent Powell, the Houston filmmaker who is teaming up with local actors and artists to produce a video series showcasing Black history and literary art. Powell along with this […]
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Leigh’s the B.O.M.B - Barbados Today
By Shamar Blunt Valentine’s Day, the day on which chocolates and roses are purchased for lovers all around the world, was a special time for Barbadians this year. Not only because COVID 19 restrictions were finally lifted after more than a year of constant curfews, but locals also were pleasantly
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Wendy Williams Show’ ending, new Sherri Shepherd show ahead
By Lynn Elber | The Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Wendy Williams Show” will end because of Williams’ prolonged health-related absence and be replaced this fall with a […] The post Wendy Williams Show’ ending, new Sherri Shepherd show ahead appeared first on The Sacram
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Not Of This World: Jordan Peele Finally Drops Sinister ‘Nope’ Trailer
Jordan Peele finally released a trailer for the highly-anticipated new horror epic "Nope," having fans buzzing with theories about this eerie new film.
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Police say they have enough evidence to bring charges against Kanye West | New Pittsburgh Courier
Photo: Getty Images The Los Angeles Police Department says it has gathered enough evidence to bring charges against Kanye 'Ye' West in connection to a battery case involving a fan. Law enforcement sources told TMZ that they're nearly done investigating the incident in which Ye allegedly punched
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Viola Davis Astounds As Michelle Obama In 1st Look For ‘The First Lady’ On Showtime
Oscar, Emmy and Tony-winner Viola Davis takes center stage as former first lady Michelle Obama in new Showtime anthology "The First Lady."
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