800 Black Actors Sign Letter in Support for ‘Romeo & Juliet’ Star Francesca Amewudah-Rivers
They’re rallying together to support the young talent. Over 800 Black actors have signed an open letter condemning the online racial abuse of Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, the Black British actress recently cast as Juliet in an upcoming stage adaptation of Romeo & Juliet. Amewudah-Rivers announced on Instagram that she would be starring opposite Spider-man star Tom […]
Remembering Louis Gossett Jr., Pioneering Actor & the First Black Man to Win a Supporting Acting Oscar
In the archives of Hollywood history, certain stars shine brighter than others, not just for their performances on screen but for the incredible mark they leave on the industry as a whole. Among these luminaries stands Louis Gossett Jr., a titan of talent whose contributions have transcended mere entertainment, leaving an enduring legacy that continues […]
Tabitha Brown Pens Sweet Letter Paying Homage to ‘The Cosby Show’s’ Keshia Knight Pulliam
We love to see the camaraderie! Vegan influencer Tabitha Brown took to social media this week to pay homage to one of our beloved cultural legends, Keshia Knight Pulliam. A child star, Pulliam got her start in commercials before landing her breakout role as Rudy Huxtable, the youngest daughter on Bil Cosby’s hit sitcom “The […]
Tony Nominated Actress Hailey Kilgore on the Power of Preparation & Seizing Every Opportunity
She’s got now and next! Hailey Kilgore is a phenomenal talent and the latest star to catch our eye in young Black Hollywood. An accomplished actress and singer, she’s known best for her current role as “Jukebox” in the hit series “Power Book III: Raising Kanan.” On the show, Kilgore plays a bright teen who […]
‘Raising Kanan’s’ Mekai Curtis Is Proof That Hollywood’s Next Generation Is Just Getting Started
He’s sitting back and enjoying the ride! For years, we have reveled in the glory that is Black cinema, platforming our own heroes in an industry that doesn’t always give them the recognition that they deserve. Amazing talents like Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, and Samuel L. Jackson have paved the way on the shoulders of […]