By Jonathan Landrum Jr. Drew “Druski” Desbordes will host the 2026 BET Awards, becoming the youngest emcee in the show’s history. BET announced April 30 that the 31-year-old comedian and digital creator will lead the ceremony, which airs live June 28 from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Druski surpasses Kevin Hart, who previously held […]
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Commentary: Michael B. Jordan loves being Black. We do too
After winning Outstanding Actor at the NAACP Image Awards and taking home a leading actor prize at the 32nd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, Michael B. Jordan has become an Oscar frontrunner for his role in “Sinners.” The victories mark a cultural moment for Black audiences who have watched the film’s awards-season journey amid broader political and social pressures, turning Jordan’s success into a celebration of affirmation and resilience.
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‘Sinners’ breaks record for most Academy Award nominations with 16 nods
Ryan Coogler’s film “Sinners” has made Academy Award history with a record-breaking 16 nominations, the most ever for a single movie. The film earned nods for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Michael B. Jordan’s first-ever Best Actor nomination, cementing its place as the leading contender heading into the March 15 Oscars ceremony.