Remembering Legendary Actor John Amos
We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of the beloved actor John Amos, best known for his iconic roles in “Good Times” and “Roots,” Variety reports. He was 84 years old. His son, K.C. Amos, announced that he passed away of natural causes on August 21 in Los Angeles, California. “It […]
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo Has Joined The Ancestors
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, known for his towering presence both on and off the court, has passed away at the age of 58 from brain cancer, the NBA announced Monday. Throughout his 18-year career, Mutombo played for six NBA teams over 18 seasons, earning eight All-Star selections and becoming a shot-blocking legend, famous […]
Rapper T.I. and Daughter Heiress Share Heartwarming Performance at Falcons Game
They had a father-daughter moment! Before kickoff at the Atlanta Falcons vs. Kansas City Chiefs game, Atlanta rap legend T.I. shared a heartwarming moment with his 8-year-old daughter, Heiress. The pair hit the field together, performing T.I.’s hit song “Live Ya Life,” with Heiress flawlessly singing Rihanna’s part while her father delivered the verses. @deemcc404 […]
Stephen A. Smith Shares Heartwarming Full-Circle Moment with Howard Student During ‘First Take’
What a full-circle moment! Stephen A. Smith, an alumnus of Salem State University, made a special appearance at Howard University, joined by his co-host Shannon Sharpe from ESPN’s hit morning sports debate show “First Take.” This event was their first stop at an HBCU for the football season, broadcasting live from The Yard before the […]
Tito Jackson, Founding Member of Iconic “Jackson 5,” Joins The Ancestors
We remember Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, who passed away at the age of 70, as confirmed by his family on Monday. In a touching tribute on social media, his sons TJ, Taj, and Taryll shared, “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce our beloved father, Rock & Roll Hall […]
Roland S. Martin Offers 12-Year-Old Activist Knowa De Baraso His Own Show on Black Star Network
12-year-old Knowa De Baraso, who goes by @KnowaWasTaken online, is making waves as a Democratic content creator and activist. His activism journey began in 2022 when a meeting with Stacey Abrams, then running for Georgia governor, ignited his passion for activism and social change. Recently, he went viral for a sharp exchange with Mike Lindell […]
Mariam Eniola Bolaji Becomes the First African Athlete to Win a Paralympic Medal in Badminton
History was made at the Paralympics! At the Paris 2024 Paralympics on Monday, Mariam Eniola Bolaji made history by winning a bronze medal in the women’s Para badminton SL3. At just 18 years old, Bolaji became the first African, male or female, to secure a badminton medal at either the Olympics or Paralympics, the Paralympics […]
Howard Announces 2024 Hip Hop Studies Conference to Explore The Genre’s Rich History and Impact
They’re bringing hip-hop to the yard! Howard University is set to make waves this fall with its 2024 Hip Hop Studies Conference, bringing together artists, scholars, and enthusiasts from around the globe to explore the genre’s rich history and impact. Taking place on @howard1867’s Washington D.C. campus from November 15-17, the second annual conference will […]
Reading Rainbow Star LeVar Burton Discovers He’s Related to Viola Davis on ‘Finding Your Roots’
Royalty runs in the family! LeVar Burton, the acclaimed actor and beloved host of the educational PBS show Reading Rainbow, uncovered some surprising family connections during his appearance on Season 10 of Finding Your Roots. Hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr., this documentary series allows celebrities to explore their ancestral histories. In a fascinating revelation […]
New Netflix Series ‘Starting 5’ Follows Lives of NBA’s Top Stars, Including LeBron James and Jayson Tatum
A closer look at the league’s ultimate lineup! Netflix has just released the trailer for Starting 5, a new 10-part series offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at five of the NBA’s top players during the 2023-24 season. Produced by UNINTERRUPTED, Higher Ground Productions, and Omaha Productions, and executive produced by President Barack Obama and Michelle […]