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Check out photos from last night's opening night performance of Duke & Roya. In attendance were producers John Legend and Mike Jackson of Get Lifted Film Co., Naturi-Naughton Lewis and Two Lewis, and special guests Adrienne Warren, André Holland, Quincy Williams, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Angela Yee, Bevy Smith and more. Duke & Roya stars Jay Ellis, Stephanie Nur, Olivier Award winner and Tony® Award nominee Noma Dumezweni and Dariush Kashani. Duke & Roya is written by acclaimed playwright Charles Randolph-Wright (Blue) and directed by Warren Adams. The understudies for Duke & Roya are Ariana Afradi (Pieces), Shirine Babb (A Beautiful Noise), René David Ifrah (“Homeland”), and Jequrey Slaton (“Power Book II: Ghost”). A bold new play about romance, identity, and culture, Duke & Roya tells the resilient love story of when Duke, an American hip-hop superstar, meets a fearless Afghan interpreter, Roya, in the heart of war-torn Kabul. They learn to navigate the stark realities...

Taraji P. Henson has never been one to hold back when it comes to speaking her truth. And her recent appearance during the press run for Tyler Perry’s Straw proved exactly that. While the Oscar-nominated actress has carved out an incredible career for herself over the years, the journey wasn’t always met with open doors.

Even after a high-profile role in a $335 million blockbuster alongside Brad Pitt, she felt slighted. Henson recently got candid about how Hollywood responded to her after her Oscar nomination for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. What should’ve been a moment that propelled her into A-list stardom quickly turned into a harsh reality check. But when everyone else went silent, one man, now a billionaire, stepped up in a way no one else did.

Tyler Perry was the only one who called Taraji P. Henson

In a powerful town hall conversation hosted by Bevy Smith for SiriusXM,...

Bevy Smith hosts a Town Hall with the cast of Netflix’s upcoming film “Straw” with director Tyler Perry and stars Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd, and Teyana Taylor.

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The Town Hall premieres on Radio Andy (Ch. 102) at 9am Et on Friday, June 6. Listen anytime on the SiriusXM app after the premiere.

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Sherri Shepherd kicks off the week with her trademark blend of humor and heart, tackling current events and everyday life with a comedic twist. This Monday, she welcomes a panel of sharp-tongued commentators to dissect the day’s hottest topics on “Talk It Out.” Bevy Smith, Jacque Reid, and Tammy Pescatelli join the conversation, bringing their […]

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The end is in sight for Survival of the Thickest. Netflix announced today during its upfront presentation that it has renewed the series for the third and final season.

Inspired by Michelle Buteau’s book of essays, Survival of the Thickest stars Buteau as Mavis Beaumont. Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life after putting all her eggs in one man’s basket, but she’s determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a positive attitude, and a cute v-neck with some lip gloss.

Tone Bell and Tasha Smith also star. Guest stars include Marouane Zotti, Peppermint, Liza Treyger, Garcelle Beauvais, Anthony Michael Lopez, Allan K. Washington, Jerrie Johnson, Tika Sumpter, Alecsys Proctor-Turner, Jonathan Higginbotham, Michael Rishawn, Rolonda Watts, Hassan Johnson, Deon Cole, Monét X Change, Dan Amboyer, RonReaco Lee, Honey Balenciaga, Bevy Smith, Yves Mathieu East,...

“Survival of the Thickest” has been renewed for a third season at Netflix, which will be its last.

Michelle Buteau created the series based on her 2020 essay collection of the same name, and stars as Mavis Beaumont. The official logline reads, “Black, plus-size, and looking for love, while loving herself, Mavis works hard to grow her brand and establish herself as a stylist of note. She’s determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a body-positive attitude, and a cute v-neck with some lip gloss.”

Tone Bell and Tasha Smith are series regulars along with Buteau, while guest stars include Marouane Zotti, Peppermint, Liza Treyger, Garcelle Beauvais, Anthony Michael Lopez, Allan K. Washington, Jerrie Johnson, Tika Sumpter, Alecsys Proctor-Turner, Jonathan Higginbotham, Michael Rishawn, Rolonda Watts, Hassan Johnson, Deon Cole, Monét X Change, Dan Amboyer, RonReaco Lee, Honey Balenciaga, Bevy Smith, Yves Mathieu East,...

Partway through the sixth season of Shonda Rhimes' massive hit "Grey's Anatomy", we see Isobel "Izzie" Stevens, one of the series' original surgical interns played by Katherine Heigl, for the final time. To call Izzie's exit abrupt is ... an understatement. After getting fired from Seattle Grace-Mercy West hospital, Izzie flees, leaving her new husband, Dr. Alex Karev (Justin Chambers), behind. When she comes back in "I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked," she suggests that maybe she and Alex can fix things; he tells her that's not possible, and Izzie is never seen or heard from again.

Characters leave "Grey's Anatomy" all the time. Patrick Dempsey's leading man, Dr. Derek Shepherd (often referred to as "McDreamy"), left the series in season 11, Sandra Oh hung up her stethoscope in season 10 when her character, Dr. Cristina Yang, moved to Switzerland, and even the titular Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo,...

The stars of the upcoming FX series “Dying for Sex” — Michelle Williams, Jenny Slate, Rob Delaney, and Jay Duplass — join Radio Andy host Bevy Smith in the SiriusXM studios for a Town Hall special.

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During the Town Hall, the cast discusses the responsibility of taking on the real-life characters the series is based on, the evolution of intimacy coordinators in Hollywood, shooting “fake” oral sex scenes on the show, and much more.

Listen to the full Town Hall on Radio Andy (Ch. 102) in cars and on the SiriusXM app starting Friday, April 4, at 10am Et/Pt.

(From L to R) Rob Delaney, Michelle Williams, Bevy Smith, Jenny Slate, and Jay Duplass at SiriusXM Studios.

Plus, watch a snippet from the special above now.

“Dying for Sex” will premiere with all eight episodes on...

On Wednesday, Michelle Buteau and the cast and crew of Survival of the Thickest all collectively had a "mo'ment" (pronounced like "Mo'nique" and "meant") as they celebrated the launch of Season 2 in New York City.

The laugh-out-loud comedy officially dropped all eight new episodes on March 27. The plot follows Mavis (Buteau), a body-positive stylist who embarks on rebuilding her life after a significant breakup. It's based on Buteau's memoir of the same name, and she's also the creator, writer, and executive producer. Danielle Sanchez-Witzel is the showrunner, creator, and executive producer, and Amy Aniobi is the showrunner, director, and executive producer.

Netflix partnered with Everyday People for an inclusive "Doing Thee Most'" community toast at the trendy Japanese restaurant Nobu Fifty Seven. Those in attendance included Buteau, Peppermint (who plays herself), Tone Bell (as Khalil), Tasha Smith (as Marley), Bevy Smith (a guest star), plus the creative team. The following...

GLAAD board members Frankie Grande and Peppermint are among those who have penned an urgent letter to casting directors, producers and creatives behind reality TV to “take a bold step towards inclusivity.”

In the letter, Peppermint and Grande push for authentic representation that is reflective of the diversity of LGBTQ lives.

Joining them are a host of stars including Nicole Byer, Michelle Buteau, Paulie Califiore, Alan Cumming, Monét X Change, Racquel Chevremont, Elliott Cooper, Sandra Diaz, Nicole Franzel, Ilana Glazer, Taylor Hale, Bob The Drag Queen, Britney Haynes, Derrick Levasseur, Jazz Jennings, Margaret Josephs, Amrit Kapai, Meghan King, Ts Madison, Meredith Marks, Greg Mathis Jr., Elliot Page, Phaedra Parks, Xavier Prather, Queen Priyanka, Rachel Riley, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Christian Siriano, Bevy Smith, Braunwyn Spinner, Chrishell Stause, Zeke Smith, Andie Vanacore, Sheree Whitfield and Peter Weber.

Said Grande, “It’s the responsibility of casting directors, producers to make sure that there...

The comedy series Survival of the Thickest, created by Michelle Buteau and Danielle Sanchez-Witzel (The Carmichael Show), hasn’t just survived, but thrived — and a new trailer from the long-awaited Season 2, set to debut March 27, finds Mavis Beaumont (played by Buteau) and crew back and better than ever. Check it out above,

The ensemble cast of Buteau, Tone Bell, Tasha Smith, Marouane Zotti, Peppermint, Garcelle Beauvais, Anthony Michael Lopez, and Liza Treyger return, along with new guest stars Anderson .Paak, Deon Cole, Tika Sumpter, Monét X Change, Honey Balenciaga, Sandra Bernhard, and Bevy Smith.

Survival of the Thickest is a story only Buteau can tell. Inspired by her acclaimed book of essays of the same name, the first season’s eight episodes followed Mavis, a stylist whose life is blown up after she catches her partner (Taylor Selé) in bed with another woman.

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On Monday March 3 2025, ABC broadcasts Good Morning America!

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The upcoming episode of “Good Morning America” promises to be an exciting one, focusing on the glamorous Oscars after-party. Lara Spencer will be at the helm, guiding the audience through the festivities and sharing the latest highlights from the star-studded event.

Joining Lara will be a lineup of special guests, including journalist Joe Zee, who will offer insights into the fashion trends seen on the red carpet. Fashion stylist Tiffany Reid will also be present, sharing her thoughts on the standout looks of the night. Their expertise is sure to bring a lively discussion about the styles that caught everyone’s attention during the Oscars.

TV and radio host Bevy Smith will add her unique perspective to the mix, bringing her vibrant personality and knowledge of pop culture. Lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto will round out the panel, discussing how...

Keke Palmer appears on Radio Andy’s “Bevelations” with Bevy Smith on SiriusXM to promote her new movie, “One of Them Days.” During the interview, Keke Palmer recalls when she and Sza attempted to go to Magic City in Atlantic City after their chemistry read.

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Keke Palmer: When we first did the chemistry read, I remember we were in Atlanta. We were hanging out and afterwards, I said, “Hey, you wanna come back and chill at my house? I know you’re in town till tomorrow. We can kick it. We can go out.” She comes to the house. Me and her is getting into it. The drinks are flying. She said, “Well, hey girl, let’s go to Magic City,...

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Friendsgiving Season 6 Episode 56 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Tamron Hall,” titled “Friendsgiving,” promises to be an exciting blend of entertainment and heartfelt stories. Airing soon on ABC, this episode features notable guests who will share their insights and experiences related to the theme of friendship and celebration.

Actress Cynthia Erivo, known for her incredible talent, will join the show. She will discuss her work in the upcoming production of “Wicked,” alongside costume designer Paul Tazewell. Together, they will offer a glimpse into the creative process behind the costumes that bring characters to life on stage. Their conversation is sure to be inspiring for anyone interested in theater and design.

In addition to the artistic discussions, sisters Bevy Smith and Stephanie Smith Long will share tips on how to create a memorable Friendsgiving dinner. They will provide practical advice on planning, cooking, and...

Law Roach’s longtime clients Celine Dion and Zendaya will always hold a special place in his heart.

The celebrity stylist recently opened up on SiriusXM’s Bevelations With Bevy Smith about how the “My Heart Will Go On” singer changed his life after her Titanic sweatshirt viral moment in 2016.

Host Bevy Smith brought up Roach’s book, How to Build a Fashion Icon: Notes on Confidence From the World’s Only Image Architect, which was released last month, and how he details helping Dion find moments of freedom and fun again following the death of her husband and brother. And it all started with the Vetements “sweatshirt that was heard around the world,” as Smith described it.

“She gravitated to it,” Roach recalled. “It definitely changed people’s perception of her and it changed the trajectory of my career. Celine changed my life. Giving me that opportunity to change my life.

In SiriusXM’s LA Studios, Radio Andy (Ch. 102) host Bevy Smith sat down with the cast of “The Deliverance,” including Glenn Close, Mo’Nique, Andra Day, Demi Singleton, and director Lee Daniels. During the interview, Glenn revealed she wished that her character, Alberta, had a sex scene with Omar Epps’ character, Melvin, in the new supernatural horror movie.

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“It was the one regret I had in the film, that they didn’t have a sex scene and that the kids didn’t walk in on them,” Glenn said.

L to R: Lee Daniels, Andra Day, Mo’Nique, Glenn Close, and Demi Singleton.

Additionally, Glenn opened up about working with Lee, Andra Day reflected on speaking in tongues, and Lee shared why he included prayer on the set of the film, which drops on Netflix August 30.

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The View has adjourned for the season and is running reruns until September, when Season 28 starts.

This break in filming gives the ladies a nice long vacation, but most are working on side projects instead of going to a beach somewhere soaking up the sun.

It seems impossible for ladies like Sara Haines or Alyssa Farah Griffin to turn work off and relax.

Sara has been busy working on another show she’s passionate about, What Would You Do? Alyssa recently did what she does best on CNN: commentating on politics.

Sunny Hostin seems to be the busiest of all the ladies. In addition to being on The View full-time, she’s an author and has launched a new wine business.

As Monsters and Critics have reported, Sunny’s new wine is named after one of her book characters in a nice tie-in to them both. She’s landed...

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for The Instigators, Bel-Air and Coup!

Avaline’s anniversary dinner

Avaline wine co-founders Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power hosted an East Hampton dinner on July 26 to celebrate the brand’s four-year anniversary, with support from Reese Witherspoon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Rachel Zoe and Molly Sims.

Gwyneth Paltrow, Cameron Diaz and Reese Witherspoon The Instigators premiere

Matt Damon, Casey Affleck, Hong Chau and Jack Harlow joined director Doug Liman at the New York premiere of their Apple TV+ movie on Wednesday.

Celia D. Costas, Kevin J. Walsh, Chuck MacLean, Casey Affleck, Doug Liman, Luciana Damon, Alison Winter and Matt Damon Alexia Barroso, Isabella Damon, Gia Damon, Matt Damon, Luciana Barroso and Stella Damon Bel-Air Summer BBQ

Peacock hosted a Summer BBQ at the Universal Studios Backlot on Thursday to celebrate...

Award-winning actor Colman Domingo reflected on how he changed his team after “auditioning eight times a week” in a new interview with Bevy Smith on her special series, “Bevelations: It Gets Greater Later,” on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy (Ch. 102).

“I think I had established such a body of work, and I know I did. And I had to trust it myself,” the “Sing Sing” star said. “I’m like, ‘The work is out there. If you want to meet with me to talk about it, I’m the guy.’ This is after putting in 20-something, 25 years.”

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Listen to the full episode with Colman starting July 29 at 5pm Et in the car and on the SiriusXM app with a subscription or free trial. Plus, check out clips from the interview below.

Colman Domingo and Bevy Smith.

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On Monday, June 17, Today with Hoda & Jenna welcomes Sydney Bordonaro, Bevy Smith, and Dr. Shereene Idriss to the show for engaging conversations on fashion, lifestyle, and skincare. Sydney Bordonaro, a WNBA stylist, joins the show to discuss the impact of the WNBA on fashion. Bordonaro has been a stylist for the WNBA since […]

Today with Hoda & Jenna: Sydney Bordonaro, Bevy Smith...

Some of the biggest SiriusXM hosts — plus athletes, comedians, actors, and more — are taking over the airwaves and hand-curating music just for you.

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During these exclusive Guest DJ specials, hear Howard Stern, James Corden, Ashley Flowers, Kevin Hart, Jeff Lewis, Kate Hudson, Maxx Crosby, and more pick and share their favorite songs on the channel of their choosing.

Experience all this and more during the 70+ new Guest DJ specials, playing on-air now and available to stream in full anytime on the SiriusXM app.

Country The Highway Chase Elliott The Highway Hannah Brown The Highway Joel Osteen Willie’s Roadhouse Ryan Blaney Y2Kountry Adam Wainwright

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As if serving as the creative director of the 28th edition of the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) wasn’t enough, Issa Rae will now sit for the inaugural “Creator Conversation” with two very special guests: Ava DuVernay and Kenya Barris.

The exclusive live event — which is part of a new program dubbed “Creator Conversations” — will take attendees on a journey through their Rae, DuVernay and Barris’ processes and careers, including recent projects such as DuVernay’s latest film “Origin” and Barris’ hit “Black-ish” franchise and his directorial debut “You People.”

“We are truly delighted to get a rare glimpse into the minds of three trailblazers who are reshaping the landscape of film and television. Ava DuVernay, Kenya Barris and Issa Rae are incredibly talented creators whose work and careers we admire tremendously,” ​​said Nice Crowd President Nicole Friday announcing the special event, which will be held on Friday, June...

Get ready for an extraordinary journey into the world of celebrity spirits with the premiere of “Theresa Caputo: Raising Spirits” Season 1, airing this Monday at 10:03 Pm on Lifetime. In the debut episode, titled “Spirit to the Stars,” renowned medium Theresa Caputo taps into the spirit realm to connect with the departed loved ones of some of Hollywood’s biggest names.

Audiences will be on the edge of their seats as Theresa channels the family members of celebrities, offering messages of love, healing, and closure. From music icon Gloria Estefan discovering who protected her during a near-fatal crash to singer-songwriter Brittany Howard connecting with her beloved older sister, each reading is filled with emotion and profound insights.

In this heartfelt and captivating series, viewers will witness Theresa’s extraordinary gift as she brings comfort and healing to celebrities like Bevy Smith, who receives messages from departed family members, and Amanda Kloots,...

The lineup for the 28th edition of the American Black Film Festival continues to get more star studded with the world premiere of the second season of Kerry Washington’s Hulu series “UnPrisoned.”

Washington will attend the Miami Beach-based festival to celebrate the premiere and sit for a fireside chat with fellow executive producer Tracy McMillan, who created the series based on her life.

The Special Screenings lineup also features world premieres of documentaries “Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys,” about the Wu-Tang Clan founding member, and “Down in the Valley,” inspired the world of the hit Starz series “P-Valley,” plus a screening of the classic “Devil in a Blue Dress,” as part of the Denzel Washington Retrospective.

The HBO Short Film Award Showcase will kick off the film festival program on June 12, hosted by Sirius Xm’s Bevy Smith (“Bevelations”). Five filmmakers are selected as finalists, and...

Mary J. Blige, Pepsi, Live Nation Urban and Mvd Inc. announce the talent, official sponsors and exclusive experiences offered at the third annual Strength of a Woman Summit, being held Saturday, May 11th at The Glasshouse in New York City.

Third Annual Strength Of A Woman Summit

This year’s event will be co-hosted by comedian and co-host of The Breakfast Club, Jess Hilarious and award-winning on-air talent, journalist and podcaster, Gia Peppers. The event is free for everyone who completes the registration form Here.

The Strength of a Woman Summit is the ultimate destination that brings the festival’s mission and purpose of empowerment, elevation, education, and equity to life with inspiring programming, pivotal panels, keynote speakers, workshops and experiences, focused on wellness, culture, finance and entrepreneurship, style, beauty, podcasts and much more. Notable key speakers, for the free event, include Taraji P. Henson, Tasha Smith, Method Man, Marsai Martin,...

On Friday, April 12th, the Dance Theatre of Harlem hosted their most anticipated event of the year, The Vision Gala.

Anna Glass, Janet Jackson, Robert Garland at The Vision Gala

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The event honored esteemed ballet dancer Misty Copeland with the Arthur Mitchell Vision Award and civic leaders and philanthropists Terri Prettyman Bowles and Alvin Bowles with the Virtuoso Award. The organization raised $1.3 Million to further their mission of providing arts education, maintaining a world-class school, and presenting a ballet Company of African American and other racially diverse artists.

“Let’s continue to dance, to dream, and to build a world where every child has the opportunity to discover their passion and reach for the stars through dance,” Misty Copeland said on stage while accepting her award.

The honorary committee included Peg Alston, Reginald Van Lee, Susan Taylor, Derrick “D Nice” Jones, Jalen Rose, Kenny Leon,...

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for The Sympathizer, Fallout and Quiet on Set.

Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver screening

On April 5, Netflix hosted a fan screening in New York to celebrate the upcoming release of Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver with filmmakers Zack and Deborah Snyder and stars Sofia Boutella, Djimon Hounsou, Michiel Huisman, Ed Skrein, Staz Nair, Fra Fee, Elise Duffy, Stuart Martin and Ray Fisher.

Wesley Coller, Stuart Martin, Ed Skrein, Staz Nair, Deborah Snyder, Eric Newman, Zack Snyder, Ray Fisher, Fra Fee, Djimon Hounsou, Elise Duffy, Sofia Boutella and Michiel Huisman

The Sympathizer premiere

Robert Downey Jr., Sandra Oh and Hoa Xuande walked the carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of their new HBO series on Tuesday.

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The View hosts had to evacuate their studio due to a fire that started next door. Tamron Hall had a fire started in her studio, and everyone had to evacuate the building. Whoopi Goldberg, Ana Navarro, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, and Alyssa Griffin are the hosts of the show and had to leave the building immediately. They were getting ready to perform their show when they had to leave.

The View Hosts Had To Evacuate

The hosts of the show had to evacuate their studio.

“This morning we had to evacuate the studio because there was a fire that we did not start, we do not know who started it, we do not know what started it.”

Farah Griffin made a joke about it.

“It really made me understand my priorities, because once I saw all the hosts were fine, I was like, ‘Where’s my glam team?’ Like, leave...

The Tamron Hall Show was canceled on Wednesday after the studio audience had to evacuate the building. Tamron shared an update about what happened and said, that for the first time, the show would not be aired live. Instead, viewers were treated to a re-run of Monday’s eclipse episode. Here’s what led to the cancellation of Wednesday’s show.

Tamron Hall Sits In An Empty Studio On Wednesday’s Episode

Tamron Hall took a moment to address the audience at home live about missing the show’s regular schedule. Sitting in front of a completely empty studio, she shared what happened.

”Hi everybody, welcome to the show,” she said. “I know this looks a little different around here. I am, in fact, live in front of a black screen because we have had something happen that’s never happened in the five seasons of the Tamron Hall Show.

“Cinnamon” and “A Song From the Dark” were two of the big winners at the Best of the ABFF Awards presented Saturday during the American Black Film Festival.

Following its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival, “Cinnamon” continued its festival run at ABFF in Miami Beach, Fla., where it was awarded the prize for best narrative feature and best director for writer-director Bryian Keith Montgomery Jr.

The Tubi original film stars Hailey Kilgore, Damon Wayans, Pam Grier, David Iacono and Jeremie Harris. Kilgore plays Jodi, a struggling small-town gas station attendant with “killer pipes and big dreams,” who falls hopelessly in love with a hustler (Iacono) and falls foul of a local crime lord (Grier) and her murderous family. The noir thriller serves as the inaugural project filmed under Village Roadshow Pictures’ Black Noir Cinema banner, with Fox Entertainment Studios, co-founded by NBA all-star Kevin Garnett. Veteran producer Oz Scott oversees the content slate,...

The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has announced the lineup for this year’s Talks Series, headlined by 2023 festival ambassador Lena Waithe.

The 27th edition of the festival will be held June 14-18 in Miami Beach, followed by a virtual program June 19-25 on ABFF Play. On Thursday, June 15, the Emmy-winning writer, producer and actor will sit for an intimate one-on-one conversation, billed as “The Lena Waithe Effect,” where she’ll recount her journey in the entertainment industry.

In addition to Waithe, the series of conversations and panels also features: “That’s Our Business,” a candid conversation with Tabitha Brown and her husband Chance Brown; a panel discussion with TV One Networks’ Kirk and Tammy Franklin (“The One”) and LisaRaye McCoy (“Asking for a Friend”); a look behind-the-scenes of Bounce TV’s “Act Your Age” starring Kym Whitley and Yvette Nicole Brown; a celebration of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary with...

Quentin Tarantino has often faced criticism for a gratuitous use of the N-word in his films.

Pam Grier, star of Tarantino’s third film, 1997’s “Jackie Brown,” shot down the notion Tarantino was at fault, saying during a SiriusXM appearance Thursday that if anyone was to blame, it was Samuel L. Jackson — or moreso, his characters.

“That was Sam’s acting craft doing it,” Grier told show host Bevy Smith. “So, and people brought that up. And Quentin says, ‘I don’t know why they do it. I didn’t do it.’ And Sam said, ‘No, I did it. I said it.'”

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Sherri Shepherd is looking back on her time at “The View”.

The actress was a cohost on the daytime talk show from 2007-2014, during the years Barbara Walters led the panel, making guest appearances in the years after.

Though she recently launched her own talk show , “Sherri”, Shepherd admitted she owes a lot of her training to her time on “The View”.

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“I cried for three years,” she said of her time under “taskmaster” Walters to Bevy Smith for a SiriusXM Town Hall for “Radio Andy”. “Don’t get me wrong. It was the best experience that I’ve ever had. It was literally my training. This is why my voice is so deep, right now from being on ‘The View.'”

When Shepherd would do her introduction for the episode,...

Babyface is weighing in on the King of R&b debate.

The musician joined Bevy Smith this week on SiriusXM’s Bevelations, where she mentioned that Usher had been on the show and was willing to take the crown.

Babyface responded, “It’s interesting. When you say king, what makes you king? Is it how many hits that you have or is it how many people you touch?

“You know, how many people that you give that feeling to where when they think of home, they think of R&b, and that you take them and you make them feel good.

“R&b’s a really hard one to figure out like a king of, even when we picked the King of Pop. And when Michael picked the King of Pop… it was overwhelming with the hits that he had and the songs that he had.

“So it’s just a little overwhelming.

Usher says he is the king of R&b, no doubts about it.

Usher recently appeared on SiriusXM and Radio Andy’s “Bevelations” to discuss the status of R&b. The “Yeah!”, “Omg” and “DJ Got Us Fallin’ In Love” singer proclaimed himself the King of R&b.

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‘King, whatever you wanna call it. Yeah, I’ve been working to the point where I do own that, and I do deserve that,” Usher told host Bevy Smith. “And I ain’t gonna ask for it no more. You’re gonna give it. Because I did work for it.”

The eight-time Grammy-winner also rejected the idea that the genre is dying. Even if those statements come from colleagues like Sean Combs (P. Diddy).

Read More: B.J. Novak Recalls Making Usher ‘Furious’ With ‘Punk’d’ Prank

“So when I do hear people, even like Puff [Daddy] saying,...

British actor John Boyega has shared what he is looking for in a woman. The 30-year-old actor is quite specific when it comes to finding his dream woman, explaining that he wants a lover who is “brown and thick”.

When Bevy Smith from SiriusXM’s ‘Bevelations’, said: “Well, baby, you know, you about to have the ladies go crazy now that you said specifically brown-skinned women. I read a thing where it said that you like ’em brown and thick.”

He confirmed and said: “Well, we gotta be honest, like I’m, you know, before I wouldn’t have said that at 27, 28. Now I’m like, ‘No, no you gotta speak it into existence, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

“Brown and thick, melanin levels past 75 per cent. Thick levels. You have to be looking good,” reports femalefirst.co.uk.

Boyega said that he hoped that growing facial hair would attract more...

Starring in “The Woman King” was a joy for Jon Boyega.

In an interview on SiriusXM’s “Bevelations” with Bevy Smith, the actor talked about working with Viola Davis on the epic, and getting to speak his father’s native African tongue in the film.

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Boyega recalled another actor on set, “He came up to me and was just like, ‘Is that your dad’s voice?’ He’s from South Africa. He said, ‘Is that your dad’s voice?’ I go, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah. It is.’ He goes, ‘How the hell?’ I’m like, ‘How did you know?’ It’s just the authority kind of ages me in a way when I use that. But it was the comfort of it. But also it was great sitting back and watching talent, you know, do its thing.

Elisabeth Moss wants to take a trip to Regency-era London! The Handmaid's Tale star is such a fan of Netflix's Bridgerton that she's angling for a spot in the director's chair. "I love that show. I even was gonna call them and see if they wanted me to direct because I would love to work on that show," Elisabeth told SiriusXM's Bevy Smith on April 28. "It just was completely a guilty pleasure for me. Completely." The Handmaid's Tale offers a pretty bleak dystopian vision, so it's natural she'd want to escape to the land of crumpets and love triangles! While Elisabeth is known more for her acting—10 acting Emmy...

As “The Wendy Williams Show” prepares to close out its current 13th season with Sherri Shepherd seated in the signature purple chair, TheWrap has learned producers are moving forward without input from the show’s namesake host, Wendy Williams.

“She’s currently not involved with the show in any way,” an individual close to Williams told TheWrap.

The individual confirmed Williams won’t return for the current season and added, “Next season is up in the air depending on her health.”

This latest turn comes as Shepherd moves closer to finalizing a deal to take over as permanent guest host on the syndicated daytime talk show.

Williams has been on medical leave throughout the current season after suffering a breakthrough case of Covid-19 as well as complications from a previous diagnosis of Graves’ disease.

After multiple delays, Season 13 kicked off in October 2021, with a revolving door of fill-in hosts including actress Leah Remini,...

Wendy Williams will not be returning to her daytime talk show this season, but the future of her show remains in flux, Variety has learned.

Meanwhile, Sherri Shepherd is in advanced discussions with Lionsgate’s Debmar-Mercury for her own daytime talk show, which could potentially replace Williams’ series, sources say.

Currently in its 13th season, “The Wendy Williams Show” is one of the biggest hits in daytime TV history. Launching in national syndication from Debmar-Mercury in 2008, the show was built around Williams, who, at the time the show premiered, was a popular radio host known for her no-holds-barred take on celebrity gossip.

Williams has been absent from her show all this season, as she has been battling ongoing health issues. Williams suffers from Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder.

While Williams has been gone from her talk show in 2021 and 2022, guest hosts have filled in for her throughout this entire season,...

Sherri Shepherd is finalizing a deal to become a permanent host on The Wendy Williams Show, sources tell Deadline. A rep for the syndicated daytime talk show’s producer, Lionsgate’s Debmar-Mercury, declined comment.

Along with fellow actor Michael Rapaport, Shepherd emerged as the lead guest hosts on the show, filling in on a regular basis for Williams since the beginning of the 13th season as the veteran talk show host took time off to recover from a variety of health issues.

This would mark Shepherd’s return to being a full-time daytime talk show host following her stint as co-host of The View.

The news of Shepherd’s pending deal for The Wendy Williams Show, which will likely be renamed, comes as major station groups solidify their daytime lineups for next season. The Wendy Williams Show, which is expected to be renamed, has been a staple on the Fox stations from its inception.

The Wendy Williams Show has announced guest hosts for the month of February amid Williams’ continued absence due to health issues.

Comedian Michael Rapaport returns as guest host of the syndicated daytime talker beginning Monday, January 31, through Friday, February 4.

Fat Joe and Remy Ma also make a return appearance as they take over the reins beginning Monday, February 7, through Friday, February 11, followed by Bevy Smith and Terrence J, who make their co-hosting debut, from Monday, February 14 through Friday, February 18, and Sherri Shepherd from February 21, through February 25. Rapaport returns to take the helm from Monday, February 28, through Friday, March 4.

The show has pulled in a rotating list of guest hosts since the beginning of the 13th season. The scheduled September premiere was pushed three times due to Williams’ Covid diagnosis, followed by ongoing health issues.

Williams has battled various maladies over during the past few years. Her battle with Graves disease,...

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Harlem is a vibrant and multicultural community, so it's fitting that the cast of Harlem matches that same energy. Some criticism of the Amazon Prime series drew from the fact that none of the four leading actors are members of that community. While Shoniqua Shandai was born in New York City, she was raised in Richmond, Virginia. However, there are cast members on Harlem that have strong ties to the New York City borough, including: Harlem native Bevy Smith (Aunt Tammy), longtime Washington Heights resident Jasmine Guy (Patricia), and Bronx natives Juani Feliz (Isabela) and Kadeem Ali Harris (Brandon). Popsugar caught up with Bevy, Jasmine, and Juani at the Harlem premiere at the Magic Johnson Theatre in Harlem to discuss what the neighborhood means to them. We also spoke to Robert Ri'chard and Juani about how Amazon integrated the series with Harlem.

"People would say,...

Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan doesn’t have a Season 3 premiere date yet, but he’s already planning his next mission: Amazon Prime has renewed the John Krasinski-starring thriller for Season 4, our sister site Variety reports. Additionally, Michael Peña (Narcos: Mexico) has boarded the series in an undisclosed role.

In the third season — which recently wrapped production — “Jack is on the run and in a race against time,” per Variety. “He is wrongly implicated in a larger conspiracy and suddenly finds himself a fugitive out in the cold. Now, wanted by both the CIA and an international rogue faction that he has uncovered,...

The legendary designer Dapper Dan, known for helping to construct hip-hop’s sartorial sensibility, will be the recipient of the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2021 Cfda ceremony. The honor marks the first time the award has been given to a Black designer, as well as a designer without a formal runway show (though Dan would likely disagree that he’s never had a runway show). Previous recipients include Bob Mackie, Narcisco Rodriguez, Rick Owens, Norma Kamali, Betsey Johnson, Tom Ford, and Vera Wang.

After establishing his Harlem boutique...

After the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday night denied a request to issue emergency relief blocking Texas’ new law that bans abortion at six weeks and, say opponents, effectively eliminates access to abortions statewide, some big names in entertainment expressed their opinions about the legislation.

A group of prominent actors, musicians and other artists and companies swiftly responded to the news on social media. Reese Witherspoon, Alyssa Milano, Dua Lipa, Kerry Washington, St. Vincent, Eva Longoria Baston, Bad Robot and P!nk were among them. Many shared an image with the text, “I stand in solidarity with Texans & people everywhere seeking reproductive freedom.” The full list of the celebrities who support that sentiment is below; the vast majority of the signatories are women.

Washington also shared a link to a Planned Parenthood petition which, among other things, maintains that “health care — including safe, legal abortion — is a human right.

The original Family Feud game show has been around since 1976 and still airs daily in first-run syndication. How long will the celebrity version last on ABC in primetime? Will Celebrity Family Feud be cancelled or renewed for season seven? Stay tuned. Status Update Below.

Celebrity Family Feud is hosted by Steve Harvey. Just as on the original Family Feud series, celebrities and their family and friends try to guess the most popular answers to opinion surveys. The difference is, they’re playing for up to $25,000 for charities. Contestants in season six include Carson Kressley, Ted Allen, Kyan Douglas, Thom Filicia, Jai Rodriguez, Bobby Berk, Jonathan Van Ness, Antoni Porowski, Tan France, Andy Cohen, Bevy Smith, Jeff Lewis, Amy Phillips, John Hill, Kyle Richards, Lisa Rinna, Dorit Kemsley, Garcelle Beauvais, Teddi Mellencamp, Drew Carey, Brendon Walsh, Blaine Capatch, Heather Anne Campbell, Chris Holmes,...

Survey says... renewed! ABC has quietly renewed the Celebrity Family Feud TV show for a seventh season which will reportedly air this summer.

Airing on the ABC television network, Celebrity Family Feud is hosted by Steve Harvey. Just as on the original Family Feud series, celebrities and their family and friends try to guess the most popular answers to opinion surveys. The difference is, they’re playing for up to $25,000 for charities. Contestants in season six included Carson Kressley, Ted Allen, Kyan Douglas, Thom Filicia, Jai Rodriguez, Bobby Berk, Jonathan Van Ness, Antoni Porowski, Tan France, Andy Cohen, Bevy Smith, Jeff Lewis, Amy Phillips, John Hill, Kyle Richards, Lisa Rinna, Dorit Kemsley, Garcelle Beauvais, Teddi Mellencamp, Drew Carey, Brendon Walsh, Blaine Capatch, Heather Anne Campbell, Chris Holmes, Kevin Nealon, Susan Yeagley, Cheryl Hines, Katie Stevens, Aisha Dee, Melora Hardin, Stephen...

Director George C. Wolfe highlighted the kindness of the late Chadwick Boseman during Tuesday night’s Celebration of Black Cinema event. Wolfe recalled a moment while shooting “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” when all eyes were on 17-year-old actor Dusan Brown, who played Sylvester.

Co-stars Boseman and Viola Davis as well as producer Denzel Washington were all watching.

“[Dusan’s] nervousness took over and he was starting to freak out…Chadwick pulled him aside and said, ‘We are here for you. We are here to support you. This is your moment, and that’s why all of us are here.’ What an astonishing, incredible, generous thing for someone to do for another actor,” Wolfe said. “That was Chadwick. He was so present, not just as an actor, but present as a human being.”

The Critics Choice Association presented the Celebration of Black Cinema as a virtual ceremony to honor some of this awards season’s most visionary films,...

John Legend and Mike Jackson co-founded their production company, Get Lifted Film Co., alongside the singer-songwriter’s longtime manager Ty Stiklorius eight years ago. Their projects have included “La La Land,” “Southside With You,” David E. Talbert’s “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey,” Netflix’s “Rhythm + Flow,” “40 Years a Prisoner” on HBO Max as well as the upcoming film “Monster” and the sports drama “Signing Day” with Steph Curry’s Unanimous Media for Sony Pictures.

On Tuesday, Feb. 2, Legend and Jackson will be honored with the Producer’s Award during the Critics Choice Association’s Celebration of Black Cinema hosted by Bevy Smith. Following an invite-only live stream, the event will air as a 90-minute special in Los Angeles on Ktla on Feb. 6.

Others being honored and presenting during the ceremony include Zendaya, John David Washington, Daniel Kaluuya, Lakeith Stanfield, Taraji P. Henson, Jesse Williams, Shaka King, George C. Wolfe,...