Jamie Foxx recently took to Instagram to pay tribute to his late grandmother on what would’ve been her birthday. The woman, Estelle Marie Talley, raised Foxx to be the man he is today, and his death 15 years ago left him devastated.
Chaka Khan, known as the Queen of Funk, is not the only talented musician in her family. Two of her siblings, Taka Boom and Mark Stevens, also inherited the music gene and had their own encounters with fame in the ‘70s and ‘80s.
Ray Charles is considered one of the pioneers of soul music. Despite being blind from a young age, he learned how to play several instruments and with time, built a legacy in the music industry that has managed to endure time even after his passing in 2004.
Loni Love is known for her honest and direct approach to every topic that is discussed on “The Real.” However, Love recently revealed she must be very mindful of what she says and how she says it because of her color and complexion.
Rasheeda Frost is coming clean about her faults in her marriage with Kirk Frost, and both fans and her co-stars were shocked to learn the truth. The boss lady admitted on a recent episode of “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” that she was unfaithful to her husband in the early years of their relationship.
Erika Kayne is the sensation of the moment. After a video of her showing off her vocal talent while ringing costumers at her dad’s restaurant went viral, the young woman has been booked and busy. However, when “uncle Snoop Dogg” invited her to sing at his DJ set, she couldn’t say no.
Beverly Todd, better known for her roles in films such as “Lean on Me” and “Moving,” suffered the major loss any parent can go through in 1989 when her only son was murdered during a club brawl. Sadly, her family didn’t get the justice they deserved, as the murderer served only eight months in jail.
Joseline Hernandez recently took to Instagram to share an adorable photo of her daughter Bonnie Bella having a good time. But as usual, the post was ruined thanks to hateful trolls that slammed the toddler over her front tooth.
Tamera Mowry is melting hearts all over Instagram with an adorable pic of her husband, Adam Housley, and their youngest child, Ariah. The actress took the chance to share a message about living in the moment and appreciating the little things.
A senior couple from North Carolina recently celebrated their 82nd wedding anniversary plus 100 and 103 years of life. They shared the secret to a happy and long-lasting marriage.
Actor Marcus T. Paulk, better known for his childhood roles in series like “Martin” and “Moesha,” has now expanded his career in the industry and is doing more than acting. He’s the owner of a model agency, and also works as a director and producer.
Ted Lange, best known for his role as the bartender Isaac Washington in the TV series “The Love Boat,” is also a talented writer. His ability with words was what led him to collaborate with former adult film star, Jenna Jameson, in a sex-advice column for a well-known magazine.
Radio host Charlamagne Tha God recently sat down for a conversation about God on Stephanie Ike’s new show, “The Same Room.” He revealed, among other things, the moment he realized God is real.
Brandy Norwood got to spend some quality time with her daughter Sy’rau in the Bahamas, and she took to Instagram to share some pics from the memorable trip.
During a recent episode of “The Talk,” Eve opened up about her struggles while trying to conceive a child with her husband, Maximillion Cooper, and the emotional toll that it has taken on her.
Vonetta McGee is better known for her roles in several ‘70s blaxploitation films. But ironically, she hated the word “blaxploitation,” compared it to racism, and said she preferred to label the movies as “black-film genre.”
Stevie Wonder surprised diners at the Skylight Gardens restaurant in Los Angeles last Friday with an impromptu acoustic session. He left his meal unfinished to join Nelson Cade on stage, who was in charge of the entertainment for the night.
A Georgia High School became the center of controversy after a student allegedly found a “whites only” sing in a bathroom. However, school officials are now claiming the note is a hoax, created to spark a conversation about race.
Sharonda Wilson proves that there is nothing like a mother's dedication after she decided to skip her graduation to attend her son’s. However, the lady wasn’t expecting the big surprise that the president of her son’s university had prepared, and that turned her day into a double celebration.
“The Real” co-host, Jeannie Mai, recently opened up on the show about the time she and her mom disowned each other when she was a teenager. Jeannie credited God for helping her forgive Mama Mai, and now, they are inseparable.
Tamera Mowry recently revealed on “The Real” that her parents have been divorced for four years. The TV host admitted that it took her a while to get used to her new reality, and now that her mom is back on the dating pool, Tamera has grown a bit overprotective.
Kodak Black is trying to gain some points with the community by doing some good deeds. The rapper recently offered a hand to a 14-year-old Texas student to provide low-income kids with some necessary school supplies.
“Soul Man,” the 1986 film where a white student uses blackface to win a scholarship at Harvard, got mixed reviews after its release, creating a huge controversy that, according to Rae Dawn Chong, the film’s leading lady, it was all Spike Lee’s fault.
Robert Guillaume, better known for his role as Benson in the television series “Soap” and its spin-off “Benson,” had a prolific career in the entertainment industry that spanned over 50 years. He was loved all around in Hollywood, which was a stark difference from his troubled childhood.
Bobb'e Jacques Thompson, a child star turned rapper, is better known for his roles as Stanley on “That's So Raven,” and Ronnie Shields in the film “Role Models.” These days, he’s part of the cast on Nick Cannon’s “Wild N Out,” and he’s also working on his music career.
Time is doing wonders for Angela Bassett, as she recently proved on the red carpet of a Chanel-hosted dinner party ahead of the Tribeca Film Festival. The 60-year-old star rocked an edgy outfit that put her cleavage and mid-riff on display, earning praises from fans about her timeless beauty.
Tamar Braxton recently showed off her curvaceous figure in a sultry outfit that earned mixed reactions from fans. Considering that her photo came days after her niece’s passing, some people believe the singer was disrespectful.
Offset is a wanted man. Georgia police have issued a warrant for his arrest on Thursday, esteemed from an altercation he had with a fan at a Target store one week ago. The man is accused Offset of smashing his $800 phone.
Blake Lively gave fans a pleasant surprise on Thursday after she appeared on the red carpet of the “Pokémon: Detective Pikachu” premiere, sporting a growing baby bump in a sequined yellow dress.
As the Trump family prepares to fight two banks in court, in an attempt to keep their financial records out of Congress’ reach, Eric Trump made a joke about his sister’s drinking habits on live television.
First lady Melania Trump was a sight to behold during the White House’s National Day of Prayer Service on Thursday. She joined husband, President Donald Trump, as they hosted leaders from different religions at the Rose Garden.
Thursday’s episode of “Law & Order: SVU” gave fans a glimpse onto detective Fin Tutuola’s mysterious past. Fin, played by Ice-T, has been on the series for the past 18 seasons, and yet, there are little known facts about his family or backstory.
“Back to the Future” star Michael J. Fox, recently attended the Tribeca Film Festival. There, he opened up about his decades-long fight against Parkinson’s disease, and a spinal surgery that affected his mobility last year.
After wrapping up the filming for the 35th season of “Jeopardy!” Alex Trebek gave fans an update on his cancer battle in an honest interview with Robin Roberts on “Good Morning America.”
Peter Mayhew, the actor who played Chewbacca in the original “Star Wars” trilogy, passed away on Tuesday, his family announced on Twitter. He was 74. The 7-foot 2-inch actor died in his North Texas home with his family by his side, his family said in the statement.
The Duggars keep expanding. Joy-Anna Forsyth (née Duggar) and her husband, Austin Forsyth, are expecting their second child. Joy revealed her due date is for November 2019.
Jennifer Ashton, ABC News chief medical correspondent, is opening up about her ex-husband’s suicide and how it affected her and their family. She reveals that, although she wasn’t looking for a new man, she fell in love unexpectedly.
First Lady Melania Trump earned the ire of dozens of Twitter user after sharing pics from an event with children of Secret service agents that show a major a renovation at the White House.
Gino Marchetti, known as one of the best defensive end players for the great Baltimore Colts in the 50s, died on Monday in Paoli, Pennsylvania. He was 93.
Remy Ma appeared in criminal court on Wednesday to post bail for a misdemeanor assault charge, one month after she was accused of punching “Love & Hip Hop” co-star Brittney Taylor in the face.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani just had their first public outing with her kids, on the red carpet at the “UglyDolls” premiere in Los Angeles, an animated film where Shelton lends his voice to one of the characters. The film, he said, made him “score” points with his girlfriend’s kids.
The foster family that once cared for Andrew “A.J” Freund, the little boy allegedly murdered by his birth parents in Crystal Lake, released a statement on the child’s tragic death remembering their time together as “happy, fun and loving.”
Convicted murderer Chris Watt, who’s currently serving several life sentences for the murder of his pregnant wife and their two daughters, is reportedly researching ways to appeal his conviction.
FOX announced on Tuesday the renewal of its musical drama series, “Empire,” for the sixth season. However, Jussie Smollett’s character, Jamal Lyon, will not be making a return.
Caitlyn Jenner and her longtime partner, Sophia Hutchins, made heads turns on the red carpet at the Hollywood Reporter’s first Empowerment in Entertainment Gala. Hours earlier, the pair took to Instagram to promote Kylie Jenner’s new eyebrow kit.
Eva Marcille and her husband Michael Sterling just announced they’re expecting a baby, and they couldn’t be more excited about it. The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star is gearing up for round three of motherhood, and she’s glowing.
As the newest season of “Keeping Up with the Kardashian” airs months’ worth of content from the sisters’ lives, fans are finally getting answers on Khloé’s feelings about the first cheating scandal that rocked her relationship with Tristan Thompson.
Two students were killed, and at least four more were injured after a shooting that took place on the campus of the University of North Caroline at Charlotte on Tuesday. A male suspect is already in custody, police reported.
Prince Jackson shared a photo of his youngest brother Blanket, and fans can’t believe how grown-up the teenager is. Blanket, who now goes by the nickname “Bigi” has stayed out of the public light since his father’s passing in 2009.
Pink is opening up about a traumatic and tragic loss she experienced when she was just a teenager. The singer, who released her new album “Hurts 2B Human” a few days ago, is using her platform to raise awareness of the importance of mental health.
