By The Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Netflix says it’s signed “black-ish” creator Kenya Barris to an exclusive production agreement. The multi-year deal announced Thursday makes Barris the latest prominent TV creator to jump from broadcast and cable to the streaming platform. In this Jan. 8, 2017 file photo, Kenya Barris arrives at the […]
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Black Americans Aren’t Buying Omarosa’s Turn Against Trump
By JESSE J. HOLLAND, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — For years, Omarosa Manigault Newman stood at Donald Trump’s side, making her deeply unpopular with African-Americans who see her as a sellout for aligning herself with a president who has hurled one insult after another at Black people. Her falling out with Trump and her decision […]
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In Franklin’s Anthems, Women Heard an Empowering Message
By JOCELYN NOVECK, AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Aretha Franklin never saw herself as a feminist heroine. That, she quipped, was Gloria Steinem’s role. But she leaves a legacy of indelible anthems that resonated deeply with women by celebrating their strength and individuality — and demanding, well, just a little respect. “I don’t […]
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Queen of Soul Also Leaves a Powerful Civil Rights Legacy
By ERRIN HAINES WHACK, AP National Writer Aretha Franklin, who was born and rose to fame during the segregation era and went on to sing at the inauguration of the first Black president, often used her talent, fortune and platform to inspire millions of Black Americans and support the fight for racial equality. “She not […]
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Vigil Held at Detroit Church for Aretha Franklin
The Associated Press People are praying for Aretha Franklin in the Detroit church where her father was once a pastor. The special vigil at New Bethel Baptist Church began before dawn on August 15. People are praying for Aretha Franklin, who is seriously ill, in the Detroit church where her father was once a pastor. […]
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RAMBLING ROSE
By Rosa Pryor, Special to the AFRO Hello everyone, how are you? This week I just want to profile some of my friends and yours to acknowledge their contributions. You may recognize a few of them and that is good. I just want them to know Baltimore appreciates their work. They have and still are […]
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AP Source: Aretha Franklin Is Seriously ill
By The Associated Press Aretha Franklin is seriously ill, according to a person close to the singer. The person, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the person was not allowed to publicly talk about the topic, told The Associated Press on Monday that Franklin is seriously ill. No more details were provided. Aretha […]
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His Name is Idris Elba, but Will He Be First Black Bond?
The Associated Press British actor Idris Elba is stoking speculation he may take over the role of James Bond when Daniel Craig steps aside, offering an enigmatic Twitter post that fueled the buzz about him becoming the first Black Bond. The star of shows such as “The Wire” and “Luther” on Aug. 12 posted an […]
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Kevin Hart Surprised Two D.C. Students With Scholarships in Los Angeles
By Charise Wallace, Special to the AFRO Two students from Washington, D.C., were chosen to receive scholarships through the Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) and United Negro College Fund (UNCF), but once they learned that comedian Kevin Hart was also in on the surprise, they were left stunned. Hart has partnered with KIPP and UNCF through […]
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D.C. Resident Discusses Casting on T.I’s Newest Reality Show ‘The Grand Hustle’
By Lauren Poteat, Special to the AFRO If being a Grammy Award-winning artist, successful media mogul and reality television star isn’t enough, then maybe Atlanta’s very own T.I. might finally be content with his latest business venture, “The Grand Hustle.” The reality competition, which recently premiered on BET, features 16 contestants all vying for the chance […]
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Dru Hill Adds Members of Playa to Form Supergroup
By AFRO Staff Fans over the world have sung along to the lyrics of their hit songs such as “Tell Me,” “Sleeping in My Bed,” “Never Make a Promise” and “We’re Not Making Love.” And, this weekend, attendees of the Baltimore AFRAM will have the opportunity to do the same when the home-grown R&B sensation, […]
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Kennedy Center to Honor Hamilton Co-creators, Wayne Shorter
By Lenore T. Adkins, Special to the AFRO The John F. Kennedy Center will recognize several legends at the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors. The co-creators behind hip-hopera “Hamilton” will be acknowledged with unique honors for producing a groundbreaking work. Jazz saxophonist and composer Wayne Shorter will receive the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors for his lifetime artistic […]