Better Brothers Los Angeles recently presented its 4th Annual Truth Awards at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood. The black-tie affair honored African-Americans whose personal…
Gina Yashere has always been one of my favorite comedians,’ says director Nick Park
The lovable British comedian can be heard as the voice of Gravelle, a hypochondriac tribe member who likes to share details of her ailments on…
The 26th Annual Pan African Film Festival Kicks Off
The world’s eyes will be centered on Los Angeles for the next two weeks as the biggest black film festival kicked off Thursday with a…
Oscar Nominees Daniel, Dee, Bryant and Blige Attend Annual Luncheon
More than 175 Oscar nominees attended the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ luncheon at the Beverly Hilton. An annual event, the Oscars Nominee…
Blige, Kaluuya and Boyega honored at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Actors Daniel Kaluuya (“Get Out”), John Boyega (“Detroit”) and Mary J. Blige (“Mudbound”) were honored at the 33rd annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF)…
‘I am African first,’ says AAFCA Award recipient Edward James Olmos
Best-known for his work in “Blade Runner,” the cult TV series “Battlestar Galactica,” and the Oscar nominated animated film “Coco,” actor and activist Edward James…
Trendy At The Black Panther Premiere
“Black Panther,” the story of T’Challa, a young African prince who takes on the mantle of King and Super Hero premiered in Los Angeles last…
Denzel Washington Scores His Ninth Nomination
In an Oscar race sprinkled with fresh faces, one individual of color stands out and that’s Denzel Washington. A familiar face in the Academy’s 90-year…
Chief Newton Jubunoh celebrates 80th, Launches Biography
Renowned Nigerian environmentalist and explorer, Chief Newton Jibunoh (OON) ‘Dessert Warrior’ recently marked his 80th birthday while presenting his fourth book and biography; “Hunger for…