By Lindsey BahrThe Associated Press Jordan Peele ’s UFO thriller “Nope” topped the North American charts in its first weekend in theaters with an estimated $44 million in ticket sales, Universal Pictures said on July 24. Though it doesn’t come close to the $71 million debut of “Us,” it is still significantly impressive for an […]
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‘All Rise’ for actress Simone Missick, now executive producer of hit show
By Zon D’Amour, Contributing Writer | Los Angeles Sentinel In the opening scene for the third season of “All Rise,” viewers are made to believe that Lola Carmichael, played by Simone Missick, has lost her election and her seat as a judge – only to reveal that she actually won. The series initially had a […]
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Nichelle Nichols, Lt. Uhura on ‘Star Trek,’ has died at 89
By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer Nichelle Nichols, who broke barriers for Black women in Hollywood when she played communications officer Lt. Uhura on the original “Star Trek” television series, has died at the age of 89. Her son Kyle Johnson said Nichols died Saturday in Silver City, New Mexico. “Last night, my mother, Nichelle […]
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Anthony A. Anderson, creator of ‘Anacostia’ series, nominated at 2022 Daytime and Primetime Emmy Awards
By Cara Williams, Special To the AFRO Anthony A. Anderson, son of Southeast Washington, D.C., transformed his “East of the River” childhood experiences into his hit series, “Anacostia,” an acclaimed new show that has gotten him nominated for a 2022 Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor in a Short Form Comedy or Drama in both the […]
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Chadwick Boseman to be honored in Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
By Kara Thompson, Special to the AFRO Black America is reveling in the recent release of Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever trailer. Emotions are almost as high as the view count on the preview, which has garnered over 103 million views between Youtube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. The two minute preview pays a stunning tribute […]
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New musical honors Frederick Douglass’ life and writings
By Kara Thompson, Special to the AFRO Frederick Douglass is famous in history for being an abolitionist leader and visionary. Although his life and writings are often taught about, his journey to becoming the icon that he was is not often discussed or shown. The new musical at Washington, D.C.’s Arena Stage, “American Prophet: Frederick […]
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U.S. soprano, offended by Blackface, pulls out of Italy opera
By Frances De’Milio, The Associated Press Soprano Angel Blue said that she won’t perform in an opera in Italy this month because Blackface was used in the staging of a different work this summer on the same stage. The U.S. singer posted a note on her angeljoyblue Instagram page saying she will be bowing out […]
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DMV and Baltimore Black Restaurant Week through July 31
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO D.C. Editor Looking for that next high-quality eatery to add to your “favorites” list. Then of course, it’s time to get out and try one of the Black-owned restaurants in the DMV or Baltimore. Black Restaurant Week is happening now through July 31st. Warren Luckett, Falayn Ferrell, and Derek Robinson established the […]
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AFRO featured in new exhibition for NMAAHC’s Searchable Museum
By Kara Thompson, AFRO MDDC Intern The National Museum of African American History and Culture highlights the AFRO in their newest online exhibit, “Making a Way Out of No Way.” The exhibit studies the way Black people have navigated and overcome racism and discrimination while also seeking the freedom to have control over their lives […]
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Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris film review
by Dwight Brown, NNPA News Wire Film Critic “You’re a dreamer.” That’s what her friends say. That’s her essence. Middle-aged Ada Harris (Lesley Manville, The Crown) works tirelessly as a housekeeper for rich folks in 1950s London. She scrubs, sews and keeps things tidy for wealthy, impervious snots. Her husband Eddie, a solider, went missing […]
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‘Rosie the Riveter’ and the Black women who joined a movement
By Tashi McQueen, Report For America Corps Member, Political Writer for The AFRO America had a dilemma. Men were at war around the world- for a second time. It was hard enough trying to keep a country running- much less a country and multiple warfronts. A choice had to be made. Would they let their […]
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Houston Take an Illuminating Black History and Cultural Tour
by Dwight Brown, NNPA News Wire Travel Writer Houston’s Long History of Black Folks The African American population in Houston has been significant almost since the city was founded in 1836. These days the Black community comprise 22.83% of the population and has yielded two African American mayors: Lee Patrick Brown (1998 – 2004) and […]