By ABC 7
A performing arts center at Compton High School that’s being built with the help of music mogul Dr. Dre is one step closer to becoming a reality. Continue reading Dr. Dre helps break ground on new Compton High School performing arts center
Viola Davis on Hollywood: ‘You either have to be a Black version of a white ideal, or you have to be white’
By Diana Evans, The Guardian
Many of us had existential thoughts during lockdown, and assuaged them with new hobbies. We did thousand-piece puzzles. We crocheted and knitted. Continue reading Viola Davis on Hollywood: ‘You either have to be a Black version of a white ideal, or you have to be white’
Ironheart is Reportedly Looking to Cast a ‘Black, Latina or Afro-Latina’ Trans Woman
By Rebecca Kaplan, Movie Web
Marvel Studios is reportedly looking to cast a smart, confident transgender female character in the Disney+ series Ironheart. According to POC Culture, Marvel sent out a casting call for the upcoming series for a “Black, Latina or Afro-Latina transgender” actress between 18 and 22 years old. If the studio follows through with casting a trans actor, the Ironheart actress would be the fourth trans actor to appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and third trans woman. Continue reading Ironheart is Reportedly Looking to Cast a ‘Black, Latina or Afro-Latina’ Trans Woman
Instagram adds credits to ensure more Black creators are cited for their work
By Randi Richardson, NBC News
Instagram announced Monday that it will introduce a special tag for professional accounts and influencers that ensures they receive credit for their content, an attempt to address complaints that Black users are not credited for starting trends or are shut out from profiting from them. Continue reading Instagram adds credits to ensure more Black creators are cited for their work
Celebrate Black Women in Film With These 20 Classics
By Martine Thompson, The Cut
There is something nourishing about seeing your realities reflected back onscreen. Continue reading Celebrate Black Women in Film With These 20 Classics
These Afro-Latina Beauty Influencers Know How to Celebrate the Wonders of Black Beauty
By ASHLEY JIMENEZ, PopSugar
Afro-Latinas are very much a part of the Black diaspora, yet there’s still a major lack of representation. Continue reading These Afro-Latina Beauty Influencers Know How to Celebrate the Wonders of Black Beauty
André Leon Talley, “One of the Last Great fashion Editors,” has died at 73
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A source with direct knowledge tells us Vogue’s former creative director and one-time editor-at-large passed away Tuesday at a hospital in White Plains, NY. It’s currently unclear exactly what he was battling in the hospital. Continue reading André Leon Talley, “One of the Last Great fashion Editors,” has died at 73
Why Beyoncé and Jay-Z Are on Track to Make History at 2022 Oscars
By Gabrielle Chung, NBC
It may just be Oscar gold everything for Beyoncé and Jay-Z. Continue reading Why Beyoncé and Jay-Z Are on Track to Make History at 2022 Oscars
Afro-Latinx Artist Reyna Noriega Is Using Art to Uplift Brown and Black Women
By Shayne Rodriguez Thompson, Pop Sugar
In 2017, Afro-Latinx visual artist Reyna Noriega began her career as a full-time creator. Little did she know that in just a few short years, she would have over 100,000 followers on Instagram, would be working with huge brands like Apple and Old Navy, and would design a cover for The New Yorker. Continue reading Afro-Latinx Artist Reyna Noriega Is Using Art to Uplift Brown and Black Women
The Story Behind ASAP Rocky’s Thrifted Met Gala Quilt
By Ashley Boucher, People
A$AP Rocky’s Met Gala look has a special history. The rapper, 32, wore a quilt as a cape as he arrived on the red carpet alongside Rihanna for fashion’s biggest night on Sept. 13. After discovering the quilt in a California thrift store, ERL designer Eli Russell Linnetz used it as inspiration for Rocky’s ensemble — and the family who once donated the handmade blanket is now sharing its story. Continue reading The Story Behind ASAP Rocky’s Thrifted Met Gala Quilt
From ‘Watchmen’ to ‘Blade’: Meet the First Black Woman to Write a Marvel Film
By Jasmine Alyce, Atlanta Black Star
Marvel‘s upcoming “Blade” reboot has tapped playwright Stacy Osei-Kuffour as the film’s head writer, making her the first Black woman to pen a Marvel movie. Continue reading From ‘Watchmen’ to ‘Blade’: Meet the First Black Woman to Write a Marvel Film
A Black woman is hosting the Academy of Country Music Awards for the first time
By Alexis Benveniste, CNN
Country music singer Mickey Guyton will make history Sunday when she hosts the Academy of Country Music Awards with Keith Urban. Continue reading A Black woman is hosting the Academy of Country Music Awards for the first time
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