TV ONE PARTNERS WITH FORD MOTOR COMPANY, AT&T, AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE, BLACK RADIANCE, DISNEY PICTURES, MCDONALD’S, TOYOTA AND
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Golden Globes: Oprah Calls for Day When Women Never Have to Say “Me Too” Again
Published on January 11, 2018 by Sonya's Spotlight
7:33 PM PST 1/7/2018 by Jackie Strause The actress and mogul became the first black woman — and the 15th woman overall — to be honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award. Oprah Winfrey made history at the Golden Globes and delivered a rousing speech in which she predicted a time when women
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Larenz Tate (“Power”) and Erica Ash (“Survivor’s Remorse”) To Host 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards Jan. 20 in Atlanta
Published on November 15, 2017 by Sonya's Spotlight
26th Annual Event Takes Place Sat. Jan. 20 in Atlanta, World Premieres on Bounce Sun. Feb. 11 at 9:00 p.m. ET Larenz Tate and Erica Ash will host the 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards, an exciting night of inspiration, history and crowd-rousing performances celebrating African-American
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Civil Rights Icon Dr. Joseph Lowery’s 96th Birthday Celebration
Published on October 6, 2017 by Sonya's Spotlight
Gospel Great Yolanda Adams Performed at 96th Birthday Celebration for Civil Rights Icon Dr. Joseph Lowery “Think Like A Man” producer, Will Packer; pastor and activist, Reverend Dr. William Barber; and attorney, Angela Rye; were among the honorees.
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ESPY Awards: Michelle Obama Honors Late Special Olympics Founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver
Published on July 18, 2017 by Sonya's Spotlight
7:58 PM PDT 7/12/2017 by Lauren Huff The former first lady presented the Arthur Ashe Courage Award to Kennedy’s son, Timothy Shriver, who chairs the Special Olympics. Former first lady Michelle Obama posthumously honored Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who founded the Special Olympics, at the
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ALL EYEZ ON ME Celebrates Mother’s Day 2017 #DearMama
Published on May 13, 2017 by Sonya's Spotlight
In celebration of Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 14th) and the beloved lyrics of Tupac Shakur’s “Dear Mama”, please see below for a *first look* of the new film, ALL EYEZ ON ME, showcasing the strong relationship between Tupac (Demetrius Shipp) and his mother, Afeni Shakur (Danai Gurira).
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The Shack in theaters March 3rd
Published on March 3, 2017 by Sonya's Spotlight
The Shack takes us on a father’s uplifting spiritual journey. After suffering a family tragedy, Mack Phillips spirals into a deep depression causing him to question his innermost beliefs. Facing a crisis of faith, he receives a mysterious letter urging him to an abandoned shack deep in
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LOVING in theaters November 4
Published on October 9, 2016 by Sonya's Spotlight
The landmark civil rights case Loving v. Virginia began when Mildred Loving wrote a letter to Robert F. Kennedy. 50 years after Mildred made her plea, everyone in the United States now has the right to marry who they love. Mildred Loving’s birthday was celebrated June 22. From acclaimed
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Congressional Black Caucus 2016 – Washington, D.C.
Published on September 24, 2016 by Sonya's Spotlight
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) held its 46th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) Sept. 14-18, 2016 in Washington, D.C. This year’s theme was “Defining the Moment – Building the Movement.” The ALC is one of the largest public policy
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Seventh Annual BronzeLens Film Festival August 25-28 – Atlanta
Published on August 21, 2016 by Sonya's Spotlight
The seventh annual BronzeLens Film Festival (BronzeLens) will take place over the course of four days, August 25-28 in Atlanta, Georgia. Since its inception BronzeLens producers have brought national and worldwide attention to Atlanta, helping to showcase the city as a leader in the
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GRAMMY WINNING DUO MARY MARY RELEASES BRAND NEW MUSIC AND VIDEO AFTER FOUR YEAR HIATUS
Published on July 20, 2016 by Sonya's Spotlight
ON BET.COM THURSDAY, JULY 21ST AT 2PM EST / 11AM PST SET TO PERFORM NEW SONG ON FOX TV’S “THE PREACHERS” TALK SHOW ON FRIDAY, JULY 22ND Four-Time GRAMMY Award winning artist Mary Mary, is back after a four year hiatus with a powerful song entitled “Back To You” –
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