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← Older postsJaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, Nia Long, Juliano Valdi, Antoine Fuqua, Graham King Attend Special FYC Screening, Q&A and Reception in Los Angeles
October 22, 2026On Saturday, October 17, Lionsgate hosted an exclusive FYC screening, Q&A and reception on behalf of MICHAEL at the Directors Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles. Talent including Stars Jaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, Nia Long and Juliano Valdi, Director Antoine Fuqua and Producer Graham King participated in a panel discussion moderated by Angelique Jackson, where they shared insights into bringing music legend Michael Jackson’s story to life. The conversation gave attendees the opportunity to hear directly from filmmakers and talent on what went into the making of one the year’s most successful films at the box office. The celebration continued with a special reception at the Soho House Luckman Club Bar in West Hollywood, bringing talent and attendees together to mix and mingle in support of MICHAEL, highlighting the enthusiasm and continued celebration surrounding the film.
Posted in Spotlight, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentLiving Legends Foundation 35th Anniversary Awards Dinner & Gala
October 9, 2026The Living Legends Foundation, Inc. celebrated a historic milestone Friday evening as music, entertainment, radio and media leaders gathered at Flourish by Legendary in Atlanta for the organization’s 35th Anniversary Awards Dinner & Gala. For more than three decades, the Living Legends Foundation has championed the executives, broadcasters, entrepreneurs, advocates and visionaries whose work behind the scenes has helped shape the sound, business and global influence of Black music. With Chaka Khan serving as Honorary Ambassador and Q Parker as Honorary Gala Chair, the 35th anniversary served as both a celebration of this extraordinary legacy and a reminder of the nonprofit’s continued mission to honor the past, support industry professionals in the present and invest in the next generation of leaders. “It has taken a moment to truly reflect on what it means to give 35 uninterrupted years of your life to something you believe in,” said David Linton, Chairman of the Living Legends Foundation. “Outside of my 45-year marriage, few things in my life have received that level of devotion. I thank God for allowing me the privilege of serving my industry family through the Living Legends Foundation and for the honor of serving as only the third Chairman in its 35-year history.” Louis Carr, President of BET, received the prestigious Ray Harris Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his decades of leadership and influence across Black media, marketing and entertainment. Adding a special touch to the tribute, actress Porscha Coleman, star of BET+ and Paramount’s Tyler Perry’s Divorced Sistas, delivered a heartfelt message celebrating Carr and the impact of his leadership. As a current member of the BET family, Coleman’s tribute underscored the generational reach of Carr’s legacy and the opportunities his work has helped create for Black talent and storytellers across television and entertainment. Ray Harris, the award’s namesake, personally presented Carr with the honor, bringing added significance …
Posted in Living Legends, 57th NAACP Image Awards | Leave a commentEMMY AWARD-WINNING “TAMRON HALL” KICKS OFF SEASON 8 WITH STRONG RATINGS GAINS
October 9, 2026“Tamron Hall” kicked off Season 8 with strong year-over-year growth during premiere week. The show delivered the largest year-over-year increases among all syndicated talk shows in Women 18-49 and Women 25-54, growing 26% and 35%, respectively. This year’s premiere marked “Tamron Hall’s” most-viewed premiere week among all key demos in two years, since 2024. “Tamron Hall” saw a 10% increase in total viewers and a 12% increase in Households compared to last year’s premiere week (9/8/25). The show also saw growth across all key demo measures compared to its 2025 season premiere. Premiere week featured a packed lineup, including an at-home interview in Los Angeles with Rebecca Crews; an exclusive conversation with Sarah Jakes Roberts following her near-fatal accident; a sit-down with award-winning actress/comedian Tisha Campbell and her son, Xen Martin; and Tamron’s birthday extravaganza, featuring performances by En Vogue and Wé Ani. September was a massive month for “Tamron Hall,” with the show continuing its lineup of conversations with some of today’s biggest stars, like Jalen Brunson and his family who joined the show for a daytime exclusive ahead of his hosting “Saturday Night Live”. In the coming weeks, viewers can look forward to more exclusive star-studded interviews with guests including Jessie James Decker, Snooki, Meagan Good, Morris Chestnut, Ina Garten, Funny Marco, and more. The fan-favorite franchise, “Up & Coming Designers” is back with two surprise fashion icons as mentors. Fashion luminaries, such as Michael Kors, Paul Tazewell, Sergio Hudson, June Ambrose, Fern Mallis, Bibhu Mohapatra and the late André Leon Talley have served as mentors in the past. “Tamron Hall” is the second longest running first-run syndicated show in Disney history and is distributed in national syndication by Disney Entertainment. Tamron has won two Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host. Broadcast from New …
Posted in Talk Show | Leave a commentAMERICAN IDOL WINNER JAMAL ROBERTS BEGINS HIS NEXT CHAPTER WITH DEBUT ALBUM “THE JOURNEY”
October 6, 2026R&B/soul vocalist Jamal Roberts releases The Journey, his debut album via 19 Entertainment/BMG, marking the beginning of a new chapter following his 2025 American Idol victory. Across nine tracks, Roberts puts his powerful, unmistakable voice at the center of a deeply personal collection shaped by love, fatherhood, faith, heartbreak, and his Mississippi roots. The album features songwriting and production from an accomplished group of collaborators, including Tricky Stewart (Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Tyla), Emile Ghantous (Charlie Wilson, Pitbull, Smokey Robinson), and J. Valentine (Chris Brown, Jamie Foxx, Tank), alongside Roberts. “And This” serves as the album’s focus track, giving listeners a direct introduction to the romantic side of Roberts’ artistry. The soulful track celebrates commitment and appreciation, centered on the woman who stands beside him and the reassurance that comes with knowing where you stand in a relationship. The accompanying music video brings the song to life, offering a visual extension of the warmth and intimacy at the heart of the record. From the hometown pride of “Mississippi” and the fatherhood anthem “Girl Dad” to the romantic vulnerability of “Perfect For Me,” “Can’t Let Go,” and “And This,”Roberts explores the many sides of love while allowing room for its complications on “Somebody Else” and “Drunk Texting.” The result is a collection that feels personal, soulful, and lived in, with Roberts’ voice carrying the emotional weight of every song. “I’ve always believed that everybody’s got a story, and this album is mine,” says Roberts. “That’s why I called it The Journey. It isn’t just about where I’ve been. It’s about every lesson, every blessing, every heartbreak, every prayer, and every person who helped shape me along the way.” Since his American Idol win, Roberts has spent the past year turning that television breakthrough into a growing live career. He has performed …
Posted in Music | Leave a commentMichael B. Jordan Takes the CultureCon™ Stage | THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR | In Theaters March 5, 2027
October 6, 2026Academy Award winner® Michael B. Jordan, director & star of Amazon MGM Studios’ THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR, received the Legacy in Motion Award and talked art, storytelling, and legacy with iconic director Gina Prince-Bythewood for a Creative Genius panel conversation at CultureCon™ – one of the largest conferences shaped by and for Black & Brown creatives, community, and culture – on Saturday, October 3! The two visionaries took the Culture Stage to discuss all things arts & culture from crafting + finding your voice as a director to the importance of authentic storytelling to artistic collaboration + inspiration to advice for creatives in attendance and beyond to teasing the upcoming The Thomas Crown Affair. Following the panel, CultureCon™ founder Imani Ellis presented director & star Michael B. Jordan with the Legacy in Motion Award which is dedicated to an artist whose every move – on-screen, behind the camera, and in the boardroom – continues to build a blueprint for generations to come.
Posted in Spotlight | Leave a commentForever My Lady releases October 16 on Amazon Prime Video
October 4, 2026As women begin disappearing across the city, Detective Shanel Reid is pulled into an increasingly disturbing investigation that leads her to Sebastian, a dangerous man whose obsession with one woman threatens to leave a trail of shattered lives, broken families, and more victims in its wake. Jamie Bernadette as Irene Ludwick, Torrei Hart as Detective Shanel Reid, Darius McCrary as Detective Dale Dumars, Clifton Powell as Captain Harris, Luca Della Valle as Sebastian, Cocoa Brown as Mama Moore, Michael Emery as Jacob Alexander, Tracey Nicole Graves as Tracy Jetter, Jermaine Hopkins as Terell Danks, also known as Banks, and Jayson Warner Smith as Fogarty. Forever My Lady delivers a dark, suspense-driven story centered on obsession, investigation, survival, and the devastating consequences left behind when fixation turns dangerous.
Posted in Talk Show | Leave a commentViewers praise Hillman College ‘A Different World’ reboot
October 2, 2026The revival series A Different World debuted at number one on the U.S. TV list and gathered 4.2 million views worldwide in its first four days. Viewing Numbers and Rankings _________________________________________________________________________________________ ‘A Different World’ Earns Fast Season 2 Renewal at Netflix The sequel to the 1980s-90s comedy premiered on Sept. 24. Netflix‘s report card on A Different World is a good one: The streamer has renewed the show for a second season. The renewal for the show, a sequel to the 1980s-90s NBC sitcom, was a quick one. Netflix announced the season two order just eight days after A Different World’s Sept. 24 debut. The second season will follow Deborah (Maleah Joi Moon) and her Hillman College classmates into their sophomore years. “It’s so validating to be bolstered by our amazing audience. We are beyond excited to return to Hillman and continue to tell meaningful and heartfelt stories that resonate across generations,” creator and showrunner Felicia Pride said in a statement. “I am thrilled for our brilliant cast and our hard-working crew.” A Different World collected 4.2 million views and 23 million hours of watch time worldwide in its first four days of release, according to Netflix’s internal data. The series centers on Moon’s Deborah, the youngest child of Whitley Gilbert and Dwayne Wayne (original series stars Jasmine Guy and Kadeem Hardison), as she follows in her parents’ footsteps at Hillman, a historically Black college. “Halleluja! The people and Netflix have spoken,” said director and executive producer Debbie Allen. “A Different World brought something everybody needed: joy, romance, relevance, authenticity, and heart.” Added Tracey Pakosta, vp comedy series at Netflix, “We are so excited to see how audiences around the world have embraced the next chapter of this beloved series. We believed in this incredible team from day one, and can’t wait to see what unfolds next year …
Posted in A Different World, In The Spotlight | Leave a comment2026 MTV VMAs Arrivals: Music’s Biggest Celebrities Bring the Fashion Hits on the Red Carpet
September 29, 2026Celebrities delivered all the drama for the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards. Stars including Taylor Swift, Chloe Bailey, Lisa Rinna and more proved to be on their A-game with their fabulous ensembles at the awards show, which took place on Sunday, September 27, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. This year, Madonna, led the list with 13 nominations. Swift, 36, is also up for 11 awards including Video of the Year for “The Fate of Ophelia” and Artist of the Year. With her career total of 30 Moon Persons, Swift only needs one more to become the most awarded artist in the show’s history. She’s also receiving the inaugural MTV VMA Artist Director Honors, which recognizes groundbreaking artists whose work being the camera as a director has pushed creative boundaries. Read more at: https://www.usmagazine.com/stylish/pictures/2026-mtv-vmas-red-carpet-arrivals-photos-of-stars-outfits/#storylink=cpy _________________________________________________________________________________________ MTV VMAs 2026 bring a legend’s stunning return after decades Snoop Dogg takes the mic for a night packed with first-time nominees, long-awaited debuts and two historic honors. Snoop Dogg, 54, steps into the host role with deep roots in VMAs history. The rapper is a 13-time nominee and three-time winner, first taking home best rap video in 1994, then best dance video in 2006 and best art direction in 2015. His legacy on that stage extends well beyond trophies. He famously closed the 1999 show alongside Dr. Dre and Eminem, delivered a tribute to the Notorious B.I.G. in 2005 and later reunited with Eminem for a first-of-its-kind performance inspired by the Otherside metaverse. Reflecting on the gig, Snoop credited MTV with giving hip-hop a platform to be bold and unapologetic in front of a global audience. He described coming back to host after all these years as bringing his career full circle. Madonna Leads the VMAs Nomination Race Madonna, 68, enters the night …
Posted in MTV AWARDS - FASHION | Leave a commentTHE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING | New Trailer, Posters & Images!
September 28, 2026Rating: This film is not yet rated U.S. Release Date: November 20, 2026 Directed by: Francis Lawrence Screenplay by: Billy Ray and Michael Lesslie Adaptation by: Suzanne Collins Based on the Novel by: Suzanne Collins Produced by: Nina Jacobson p.g.a., Brad Simpson p.g.a., Francis Lawrence p.g.a. Cast: Joseph Zada, Jesse Plemons, Ralph Fiennes, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, Elle Fanning, Mckenna Grace, Maya Hawke, Whitney Peak, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Ben Wang Synopsis: From acclaimed director Francis Lawrence, THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING follows sixteen-year-old Haymitch Abernathy (Joseph Zada) from District 12, beginning on the morning of the reaping for the 50th Annual Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, the biggest Games yet with twice as many tributes. Set in the world of Panem 24 years before the events of The Hunger Games, the story follows Haymitch into the arena, where he forms an unlikely alliance with fellow tribute Maysilee Donner (Mckenna Grace) and joins a coalition determined to challenge the Capitol’s control under President Snow (Ralph Fiennes). As the competition unfolds, Haymitch risks everything to take down the Games from within the arena — setting in motion the rebellion that will change Panem forever. Based on Suzanne Collins’ best-selling novel, THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING also stars Jesse Plemons, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, Elle Fanning, Maya Hawke, Whitney Peak, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. Produced by Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson and Francis Lawrence. Screenplay by Billy Ray and Michael Lesslie.
Posted in Movie News | Leave a commentNEW MUSIC: Kirk Franklin & GloRilla ‘This Time’ from New Album, I Am What I Am
September 26, 2026Today, 20x-GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, songwriter, producer, and music icon Kirk Franklin releases new single “This Time” featuring GloRilla out now via Uptown Records. Listen HERE. It heralds the arrival of his much-anticipated fourteenth full-length solo album, I Am What I Am, on October 30th. Pre-order/Pre-save HERE. Interpolating Mandrill’s “Children Of The Sun,” joyous and boisterous horns set the tone for the track, and slick handclaps hold the tempo in place. Soul overflows from a steeple-sized chantable chorus driven by Kirk’s uncontainable energy. Meanwhile, multiplatinum Memphis, TN hip-hop powerhouse GloRilla channels the same spirit with upbeat bars laced tightly with her quotable wordplay. “This Time” notably showcases another side of the superstar rapper’s artistry, illuminating her versatility on the beat. Franklin initially preceded I Am What I Am with “Thank You For Everything,” featuring gospel legend Karen Clark Sheard of The Clark Sisters, which has since become the fastest growing record at Gospel radio. Kirk also performed the song at the 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards for its live television debut, while the accompanying video made its broadcast debut on BET Her. Watch the “Thank You For Everything” music video HERE. Listen HERE. Variety recently broke the news that Kirk locked down a partnership with Uptown Records in conjunction with his own Fo Yo Soul Entertainment and TRIBL Music Group. Visit KirkFranklin.com, follow Kirk Franklin on Instagram using the handle @KirkFranklin; Tik Tok @TheKirkFranklin; Facebook at /KirkFranklin; and YouTube.
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