“Showtime at the Apollo” Co-Host and Actress Kiki Shepard Passed Away
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of beloved television personality and actress Kiki Shepard, who has passed away at 74. She was best known for her long-running role as co-host of the iconic syndicated talent show “Showtime at the Apollo.” According to reports, she passed away after suffering a massive heart attack in Los Angeles. Her representative, LaShirl…
Veteran Actor Keith David Joins Jake Johnson in NBC Private Investigator Comedy Pilot
Legendary actor Keith David is set to bring his commanding presence to television once again. The Emmy-winning performer has joined Jake Johnson in a new untitled comedy pilot at NBC centered around a quirky private detective agency in Los Angeles. The single-camera workplace comedy comes from Brooklyn Nine-Nine co-creator Dan Goor and executive producer Luke Del Tredici, with…
Body of Missing 18-Year-Old Found on Indianapolis’ Northeast Side
UPDATE: Authorities in Indianapolis have confirmed that the body of a missing teenager has been found, bringing a heartbreaking end to a week-long search that had gripped the community. According to family members and investigators, 18-year-old Traevion Pirtle was discovered on Friday, March 13, near East 38th Street and North German Church Road on the city’s northeast side. His…
Doja Cat Opens Up About Struggle With Borderline Personality Disorder
Grammy-winning rapper and singer Doja Cat is opening up about her mental health, revealing that she has been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and is actively working through the challenges that come with the condition. The 30-year-old artist shared the deeply personal revelation in a candid TikTok video posted on March 13, explaining that the disorder…
Trailblazing Actress Judy Pace Dies at 83
Veteran actress Judy Pace, known for breaking barriers for Black women in television and film, has died at the age of 83. According to family members, Pace passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 11, 2026, while visiting relatives in Marina del Rey. Her death was confirmed by her daughters, including actress Julia Pace Mitchell, who shared that…
Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker Settle Divorce After 11 Years of Marriage
UPDATE — Reality television star and entrepreneur Kandi Burruss and producer Todd Tucker have officially settled their divorce, bringing an end to months of legal back-and-forth following the couple’s 2025 split. According to court documents filed on March 11, 2026, the former couple informed the court that they had reached a full and final agreement…
BET+ to Shut Down as Paramount Consolidates Streaming Platforms
In a major shakeup in the streaming industry, BET’s streaming service BET+ is officially being shut down, with its content set to move to Paramount+, according to multiple reports. The decision comes as parent company Paramount Skydance restructures its streaming strategy, consolidating its digital platforms under a single flagship service. The shutdown will take place in June 2026, when BET+ programming—including…
T’yanna Wallace Honors Her Father The Notorious B.I.G. With New Brooklyn Steakhouse
The daughter of hip-hop legend The Notorious B.I.G. is deliciously honoring her father’s legacy. Entrepreneur and fashion designer T’yanna Wallace has officially opened a new steakhouse restaurant in Brooklyn and hosted a private tasting for reviews, paying tribute to the late rap icon while creating a new cultural hotspot in the borough he called home….
Obamas’ Production Company Backs Broadway Revival of Proof
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama are expanding their storytelling empire into the world of theater. The couple’s media company, Higher Ground Productions, has officially joined the producing team behind the upcoming Broadway revival of the Pulitzer Prize–winning play Proof. The project marks the company’s first major move into Broadway production…
Victims Identified in Deadly Oakland Bar Mass Shooting That Left Community Reeling
Authorities have identified the two victims killed in a tragic mass shooting at a downtown Oakland bar over the weekend, an incident that has shaken the community and left several families grieving. According to the , the shooting happened early Saturday morning at EZ’s Lounge, a popular nightlife spot in downtown . Police confirmed that Latetia…
