A woman identified as Jane Doe has filed a $50 million civil lawsuit in Nevada against retired NFL star Shannon Sharpe, accusing him of rape, physical abuse and emotional distress during a nearly two-year relationship. Sharpe denies the allegations, calling the claims false and the lawsuit a “blatant and cynical attempt to shake down” through his lawyer’s public statement.
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Kamala Harris receives prestigious Chairman’s prize at NAACP Image Awards
Former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a message of resilience and unity during her acceptance of the NAACP Chairman’s Award, urging people to hold onto their faith during the tenure of President Donald Trump.
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Kamala Harris calls on resilience in the age of Trump
By Jonathan Landrum Jr. AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former Vice President Kamala Harris stepped on the NAACP Image Awards stage Feb. 22 with a sobering message, calling the civil rights organization a pillar of the Black community and urging people to stay resilient and hold onto their faith during the tenure of […]
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PRESS ROOM: HBCU First LOOK Film Festival announces 2024 “I Aspire” 100 2nd Annual Festival returns to Howard University November 8-10, 2024
The second annual HBCU First LOOK Film Festival, celebrating the rich culture and diverse talent within the HBCU community, will take place on November 8-10, 2024, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., featuring panel discussions, masterclasses, film screenings, and interactive Career & Vendor Lounge.
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50 million views and counting: Katt Williams sets internet ablaze with brutally honest interview
By Helen BezunehSpecial to the AFROhbezueneh@afro.com The last two weeks have consisted of response videos, diss tracks, rumors and memes related to comments made by comedian Katt Williams during an intimate interview with Shannon Sharpe. The explosive interview has everyone in the comedy entertainment world firing back at the artist, who held no punches when […]