Jackson, Miss. – The WAPT news family is mourning the loss of Celeste Wilson, the station’s weekend anchor, who died unexpectedly from a heart attack. She was 42. The station announced Wilson’s passing on Wednesday, August 27, sharing the heartbreaking news on-air and through social media. “We have very sad news. Our colleague, Celeste Wilson,…
The hit urban drama True to the Game is making the leap to television — and Vivica A. Fox is taking the reins both in front of and behind the camera. According to Variety, the acclaimed actress will reprise her fan-favorite role as Shoog in the upcoming TV series based on Terri Woods’ best-selling crime…
Columbia, SC – Nykia Hamilton, the 25-year-old single mother of three who captured national attention after running a Burger King entirely by herself for 12 hours, says she has been fired from the fast-food chain. Hamilton went viral in June when a TikTok video showed her working alone at the Burger King on Broad River…
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of TikTok and YouTube personality Malik Taylor, best known as The Unpopular Party. The 28-year-old content creator was tragically killed in a vehicle collision on August 20, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Malik had recently celebrated his 28th birthday in July and had just relocated…
Mike Epps is joining forces with acclaimed creator Kenya Barris for a new CBS sitcom that blends family drama with sharp humor against a backdrop of real-life tragedy. According to Deadline, the untitled half-hour comedy explores themes of family, community, and legacy, set in the aftermath of devastating wildfires in Altadena, California. The series centers…
ABC’s highly anticipated spinoff, 9-1-1: Nashville, is turning up the heat with a powerhouse ensemble cast and fresh faces joining the drama. The series officially premieres Thursday, October 9, on ABC and will be available to stream on Hulu. The new series expands the 9-1-1 universe to the vibrant city of Nashville, introducing a brand-new team of first…
The athletic community is mourning the loss of University of Nebraska-Omaha men’s basketball player Deng Mayar, who tragically drowned Saturday at Blackridge Reservoir in Herriman, Utah, according to local authorities. Herriman Police reported receiving a 911 call at 5:40 p.m. local time about two individuals struggling in the water. Responders arrived quickly, and bystanders assisted…
Terence Stamp, the acclaimed British actor renowned for his commanding screen presence and portrayal of General Zod in the early Superman films, has died at the age of 87. His family confirmed to Reuters that he passed away on Sunday, August 17, with news of his death announced in an online notice. Born in Stepney, London, on…
Sad news has surfaced about R&B icon Gladys Knight, as her son, Shanga Hankerson, claims the 81-year-old singer is showing early signs of dementia. Hankerson is also accusing Knight’s husband, William McDowell, of elder abuse, alleging that he has been forcing her to perform despite her declining health. In an exclusive interview with The Shade Room,…
The 40th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will return to Nashville, TN, for a historic celebration of gospel music on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Known as “The Greatest Night in Gospel Music,” the event will be taped live and feature powerful performances, heartfelt tributes, and special honors. A Historic Hosting Duo Legendary…
