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‘Black Ink Crew Chicago’ Star Ryan Henry Talks Artistic Expression and Being Inspired

Photo Credit: VH1Black Ink Crew Chicago's Ryan Henry was always an artist. Since he was a child, Henry would draw whatever his mind could imagine. In fact, before becoming a tattoo artist, the Chicago-native hadn't drawn in years and it

Jean Elie, Mike Gauyo Discuss ‘Send Help’ and What They Learned From the Set of ‘Insecure’

The new coming-of-age dark comedy Send Help is set to make its premiere on August 11. For creators Mike Gauyo and Jean Elie, finally having an audience able to watch their hard work is already a win.The 7-episode half-hour dramedy

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The Young Executives and Guide Outreach Join Target to Host the Second Annual Back to School Event

This past weekend, The Quintessential Gentleman joined Keith Crawford and Dajane Dubose of The Young Executives Foundation and Neil Phillips of Guide Outreach for its second annual back-to-school drive hosted at The Villages at Carver Family YMCA in the greater

From Experimental Inspiration to Feature Film: Actor Rahmell Peebles Confronts an Old Narrative

The life of an inspirational rapper motivated actor Rahmell Peebles to think creatively and move independently to confront an old narrative. Tackling the absence of quality opportunities for Black and urban actors is no small feat, however, Peebles and some

Jamie Foxx, Kandi Burruss and More Attend the Atlanta Screening of Netflix’s ‘Day Shift’

This past week, superstar actor and comedian Jamie Foxx made his way to Atlanta for the VIP screening of his new Netflix movie Day Shift.His costar Dave Franco and other celebs like Big Tigger, Woody McClain and more enjoyed the

August 6, 2022

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How Busy Dads Beat the Time Crunch

Are you a single or married dad who sometimes feels like there's not enough time to get everything done? Actually, that's a common complaint among fathers who struggle to pay attention to their careers and raise a family at the

August 5, 2022

Antwayn Hopper Celebrates James Baldwin in New Musical ‘A Strange Loop’

On August 2, it would have been writer and activist James Baldwin’s 98th birthday, and 35 years after his death his life and work are still being explored and celebrated in modern works that go beyond literature. Most recently Baldwin

August 5, 2022

Kenan Thompson to Receive Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame

Comedian-actor Kenan Thompson is amongst the class of this year’s esteemed entertainers who will be receiving stars on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. He will receive his star at a ceremony on August 11. Thompson joins a list of honorees

August 4, 2022

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7 Tips For Business Survival During Inflation From Accountant Donald Williams

With the rise in everything from food to gas, rent to mortgage rates, everything around the country has been steadily increasing. Whether you are a bachelor simply trying to maintain a decent lifestyle or someone who has been a successful

August 4, 2022

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[Opinion] Lessons From a Black Father

In our father-daughter memoir, When Your Hand is in the Lion’s Mouth, I share myfather’s wit, wisdom, and homespun counsel that has been a guiding force in my life.My dad, Green Whitaker Sr. has been a walking ray of light,

August 2, 2022

Big Sean Celebrated the City of Detroit With His 4th Annual DON Weekend

Multi-platinum artist, philanthropist, and entrepreneur Big Sean recently hosted his 4th annual Detroit’s On Now (DON) Weekend in his hometown.Presented by the Sean Anderson Foundation (SAF) and in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan, DON Weekend brought

Lil Baby Gives Audiences a Look Into His Rise to Stardom in New Prime Video Documentary

The Grammy Award-winning rapper Dominique Armani Jones, professionally knowns as Lil Baby, recently partnered with Director Karam Gill and Prime Video for an intimate look at his life as he navigates his rise to stardom to the top of the

Three App Categories to Explore for People Who Struggle to Fall Asleep

Sleep is one of the most important parts of the day. Without the right amount of reset time, the human body cannot function in the right way, and things start to fall apart fairly quickly. All it takes is one

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Google Intends to Strengthen Inclusivity in the News Ecosystem With its News Equity Fund

The media plays an important role in our society as it is the direct pipeline to the world’s knowledge of current events, news and pop culture. The content that is created to inform the masses is normally seen from one

The Ezekiel Taylor Scholarship Foundation Supports Young Black Men in Chicago With Its Annual Gala

This past Saturday, the Ezekiel Taylor Scholarship Foundation (ETSF) awarded scholarships to 22 young Black men from the Chicago area to continue and pursue their college careers.ETSF hosted their 6th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Gala, virtually with special guests, Good Morning

Carl Weber Examines the Power Struggle of Two Elite Families in ‘The Black Hamptons’ Series

New York Times best-selling author Carl Weber will be bringing his newest family drama series to BET+ this August.Weber's new series titled Carl Weber's The Black Hamptons is set in the town of Sag Harbor in Long Island, New York,

The Jackie Robinson Museum Opens in New York City

75 years ago groundbreaking baseball player Jackie Robinson made history with his Brooklyn Dodgers debut. Now, fans can get an insightful look at the legend with the opening of the Jackie Robinson Museum in lower Manhattan. The 20,000 square-foot space

July 29, 2022