Beyoncé is giving fans an intimate look at Jay-Z‘s dramatic hair transformation in a newly released video for her haircare brand, Cécred. The video chronicles the rap mogul’s journey from his signature freeform locs to the full afro that sparked widespread conversation when he debuted the look during his performance at the Roots Picnic earlier this month….
The hip-hop community is mourning the loss of Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith, the hitmaking talent behind some of the genre’s biggest records, who has died at the age of 29. According to Metro Nashville Police, Brytavious Chambers, professionally known as Tay Keith, was found dead Thursday afternoon in his apartment on Martin Street in Nashville…
UPDATE: Five months after the tragic death of Fisk University basketball player Andre Bell, authorities have arrested two men accused of killing the 20-year-old student-athlete in what police say was a jealousy-fueled attack. According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, 19-year-old Brayden Carter and 18-year-old Damarion Coleman have been charged with first-degree murder in connection…
Emmy-winning writer, producer, and actress Quinta Brunson is entering a new chapter in her career after signing a significant five-year overall deal with 20th Television, ending her relationship with Warner Bros. Television. The move marks a major win for Disney Television Studios as it secures one of television’s most sought-after creative talents. Brunson, best known as the…
Acclaimed filmmaker and producer Ryan Coogler is expanding his partnership with Netflix through a new multi-year television overall deal between his production company, Proximity Media, and the streaming giant. According to reports, the agreement comes after the expiration of Proximity Media’s previous five-year television deal with Disney. Under the new arrangement, Proximity Media will develop and produce…
Fans of the holiday classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas may soon have a reason to celebrate. A sequel to the beloved 2000 live-action film is reportedly in development, with actor Jim Carrey in talks to reprise his iconic role as the Grinch more than two decades after the original movie became a Christmas favorite. According to multiple reports,…
NEW ORLEANS, La. — Rapper Mystikal has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to a third-degree rape charge stemming from a 2022 case in Louisiana. The 55-year-old artist, whose real name is Michael Tyler, appeared in court Tuesday for sentencing after reaching a plea agreement earlier this year. The agreement reduced the…
Fans of legendary British R&B group Loose Ends are celebrating after lead singer and songwriter Jane Eugene was released from ICE custody and has returned home to Los Angeles. The news was shared by fellow Loose Ends member Steve Nichol, who posted an enthusiastic update on Facebook: “SHE IS OUT!!” “Well!! Here’s some fantastic news!!…
The funk and R&B community is mourning the loss of longtime Lakeside drummer and administrator Fred Alexander Jr., who passed away after nearly five decades with the legendary Dayton, Ohio-based band. The news of his death was announced on June 15, leaving fans and fellow musicians reflecting on his immense contributions to one of funk music’s…
Award-winning writer, actress, and filmmaker Michaela Coel is stepping into the world of martial arts action. The acclaimed creator of I May Destroy You has signed on to write and direct a reimagining of the 1988 cult classic Bloodsport for A24. The original Bloodsport, directed by Newt Arnold, starred Jean-Claude Van Damme as Frank Dux, a U.S. Army soldier who enters the underground martial…
