Disney Branded Television and Higher Ground, the production company founded by former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, are joining forces on a new animated fantasy series titled Journey. The upcoming series, which is currently in development, is based on the acclaimed novel Journey to Jo’burg by South African author Beverley Naidoo. The animated adaptation will introduce a new…
Singer and former Danity Kane member Dawn Richard has suffered a legal setback in her lawsuit against music mogul Sean Combs, after a federal judge dismissed the majority of her claims against him. According to court documents released Monday, U.S. District Judge Katherine Polk Failla ruled that most of Richard’s allegations—including claims of emotional abuse, physical abuse,…
Grammy Award-winning R&B singer, songwriter, author, and producer Faith Evans has received one of her hometown’s highest honors with the ceremonial naming of a Newark street in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to music and the community. On Saturday, June 13, city officials, family members, friends, and supporters gathered in Newark for the unveiling of “Faith Evans Way,” a…
The Simmons family is mourning the loss of Danny Simmons, the acclaimed abstract painter, author, philanthropist, and older brother of Russell Simmons and Joseph ‘Rev Run’ Simmons. He was 72. The heartbreaking news was announced Monday, June 15, through a statement shared by the family on social media. “It is with a profound sense of…
The fitness world is mourning the loss of legendary exercise pioneer and television personality Gilad Janklowicz, who passed away suddenly on June 9, 2026, at the age of 71. Janklowicz’s family announced his death in a heartfelt statement shared on social media. “We are devastated and shocked to announce the sudden passing of our beloved…
Multi-talented entertainer Teyana Taylor is adding another major achievement to her already impressive résumé. BET has announced that the singer, actress, director, choreographer, and fashion visionary will be honored with the prestigious Icon of the Year Award at the 2026 BET Awards, recognizing her extraordinary impact on music, film, fashion, and culture. The award celebrates artists whose…
The Power Universe is showing no signs of slowing down. STARZ has officially ordered Power: Legacy to series, reuniting two of the franchise’s most beloved characters for the first time since the explosive finale of Power Book IV: Force. The new eight-episode drama will star Joseph Sikora and Michael Rainey Jr., who return as Tommy Egan and Tariq…
A newly released track from the vault of Prince has arrived ahead of a major upcoming posthumous compilation album titled Timeless, set for release on August 28. The 10-track project, curated by the Prince Estate and released through Legacy Recordings, features previously unreleased recordings spanning nearly four decades of the artist’s career—from 1977 to 2016. The…
After 14 seasons in the NFL, 10 Pro Bowl selections, a Super Bowl championship, and a career that sparked plenty of debate, Russell Wilson has officially announced his retirement from professional football. Wilson confirmed Wednesday that he is stepping away from the game to join CBS Sports as an analyst on The NFL Today. Drafted…
BET has unveiled its first-ever Board of Advisors, bringing together some of the most influential figures in entertainment, business, and sports to help guide the network’s future. Among those selected are hip-hop legends LL Cool J and Queen Latifah, along with BET founder Bob Johnson. The newly formed board was created to provide strategic insight and cultural leadership as…
