The entertainment industry is mourning the loss of one of its most influential voices. Trailblazing celebrity journalist, syndicated columnist, radio host, television personality, and author Florence “Flo” Anthony has died at the age of 74 following a battle with cancer. According to reports from the New York Amsterdam News, Anthony passed away on August 6, according to Jack Hirsch, biographer…
The entertainment and radio community is mourning the loss of legendary comedian, actress, writer, and radio personality Jetta “Ms. Dupree” Jones, who passed away on July 29, 2026, following a long illness. She was 73 years old. Best known for her unforgettable portrayal of “Ms. Dupree” on the nationally syndicated The Tom Joyner Morning Show, Jones became one of the most…
The reggae community is mourning the tragic loss of Jamaican singer and actor Ras Ajai, born Brian Todd Antonio Sean Boucher, who was fatally shot in Waterford, Portmore, St. Catherine, on the night of Saturday, August 1. He was 43 years old, according to Jamaican authorities. Ras Ajai, who gained international recognition for portraying political enforcer Claudie Massop in the 2024 film Bob…
Veteran actress Crystal Fox is headed to Hulu, joining the series regular cast of the streamer’s untitled Cable Guy pilot inspired by the 1996 Jim Carrey comedy. Fox joins an impressive ensemble that already includes Jake Johnson, Damon Wayans Jr., and Natasha Rothwell as the project moves forward in pre-production. The pilot is being produced by Hulu in partnership with Sony Pictures Television….
The entertainment and theater communities are mourning the loss of legendary actress, singer, dancer, choreographer and director Hope Clarke, who died on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at her home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She was 85. Family member Donelle Chisolm confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that Clarke died from complications related to a cancerous brain tumor. A pioneering force in American theater, Clarke…
Students returning to Tuskegee University this fall will notice a significant change on campus as the historic HBCU rolls out a new dress code designed to prepare students for professional environments. In a letter to students, Tuskegee University President Mark Brown announced that beginning in August, all students will be expected to follow updated appearance…
We are thrilled to announce that #RobinGivens has landed a recurring role in Prime Video’s hit thriller Cross for its upcoming third season! The veteran actress will portray Senator Mulrooney, an intellectual conservative whose polished public image masks a complicated private life. Described as overbearing as both a parent and partner, the senator is married to a doctor and fiercely protects the…
Da’Vinchi is keeping the momentum going after the final season of BMF. The rising star has officially landed a series regular role on NBC’s hit drama Chicago Fire while also starring in Tyler Perry’s upcoming Netflix firefighter series Where There’s Smoke, making him Hollywood’s newest firefighter on two major projects. The 30-year-old actor, best known for portraying Terry “Southwest…
Gospel music is making history in Las Vegas. Some of the biggest names in gospel music are coming together for a groundbreaking event this fall as Fred Hammond, The Clark Sisters, and Deitrick Haddon headline the “Legends of Gospel: Vegas Residency,” the first-ever gospel music residency on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. The highly anticipated residency will kick off October…
ESPN has reportedly parted ways with several well-known personalities, including former NFL stars Ryan Clark and Cam Newton, as the network undergoes a significant restructuring following its integration of NFL Network assets. The latest round of layoffs reportedly includes Ryan Clark, Cam Newton, Tom Pelissero, Bart Scott, Charles Davis, Karl Ravech, David Lloyd, and Stephania Bell, marking one of ESPN’s most…
