Field Generals Black quarterbacks docuseries on Peacock examines the history, barriers, and cultural impact of Black quarterbacks in professional football.
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Demond Wilson, Beloved ‘Sanford and Son’ Star, Dies at 79
Demond Wilson, the acclaimed actor who portrayed Lamont Sanford on the groundbreaking sitcom Sanford and Son, has died at age 79. His death marks the loss of a Black television icon whose work reshaped American comedy.
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Nominees Announced for the 57th NAACP Image Awards as Black Excellence Takes Center Stage
Nominees for the 57th NAACP Image Awards have been announced, with public voting now open ahead of the February 28 live broadcast celebrating Black excellence.
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‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ ignites national debate over hip hop legacy, culture
Netflix’s Sean Combs: The Reckoning has reignited national debate about celebrity power, accountability, and hip hop’s cultural legacy, drawing both intense praise and sharp backlash.
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Frankenstein
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein offers grand design and stellar visuals but little of the terror or tension that defines the classic story. Despite its ambition, this version feels more art gallery than horror film.
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Andrew Young Documentary Revisits the ‘Dirty Work’ Behind the Civil Rights Movement
A new MSNBC documentary, “Andrew Young: The Dirty Work,” highlights the hidden labor that held the civil rights movement together and the lessons the 93-year-old diplomat and former Atlanta mayor wants to pass on today.
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The Lost Bus – 2025 Toronto International Film Festival
Paul Greengrass turns the 2018 Paradise wildfire into a blistering survival tale as Matthew McConaughey’s school bus driver races to evacuate kids through walls of fire. The film’s immersive effects and taut editing deliver an anxious, high-impact ride, grounded by sturdy work from McConaughey and America Ferrera.
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Fashioning Black Prestige: How HBO’s The Gilded Age Dresses Status, Power, and Legacy
HBO’s The Gilded Age shows how Black high society used fashion as resistance and refinement. From Peggy Scott to the Kirklands, clothing becomes a statement of survival and power.
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Netflix Revisits Jussie Smollett Case in New Documentary
Netflix’s The Truth About Jussie Smollett? reexamines the 2019 case with new interviews and exclusive footage, exploring race, politics, and media narratives.
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Peacock’s “The Paper” Brings Mockumentary Magic to the Newsroom
The Paper, a new newsroom comedy from The Office creators, debuts Sept. 4 on Peacock.
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HBO Debuts ‘Hard Knocks’ Featuring Buffalo Bills on August 5, 2025
For the first time, the Buffalo Bills are featured on Hard Knocks. The new HBO series premieres Aug. 5, following the team’s training camp as they prepare for the 2025 NFL season.
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Movies and TV shows casting in Minneapolis
Several movies and TV shows are currently casting for roles in Minneapolis, Minnesota, including “Mr. Medusa”, “Lake Forest Studios, Roles for Production Company & Feature Films”, and “Lowball”.
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FX greenlights ‘Snowfall’ spinoff starring Gail Bean and Isaiah John
FX has given a pilot order for a spinoff of Snowfall, featuring Gail Bean and Isaiah John reprising their roles as Wanda Bell-Simmons and Leon Simmons, set in the early 1990s and exploring themes of redemption, ambition, and survival.
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Issa Rae on Black TV history: ‘Networks built their success on our backs, and we have almost nothing to show for it’
Issa Rae’s upcoming HBO docuseries, Seen & Heard, explores the often-overlooked contributions of Black creators in television, featuring industry giants such as Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, and Ava DuVernay.
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Minnesotans React to ‘Love Is Blind’ Minneapolis Season So Far
The Minneapolis season of Love Is Blind has been met with mixed reactions from Minnesota viewers, with some finding it “boring” and “secondhand embarrassing”, while others praising the “wholesome” and “friendly” nature of Minnesotans.
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Wayans Family to Be Inducted into NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame
The Wayans family is set to be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame on February 22, 2025, for their trailblazing contributions to comedy and entertainment, breaking barriers for Black entertainers and redefining mainstream comedy.
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Sly Lives: The Burden of Black Genius and Questlove’s Tribute to a Legend
A new documentary about Sly Stone, a musical genius who revolutionized the soundscape of the 60s and 70s, offers an in-depth look at his life and legacy, exploring his struggles with mental health, addiction, and the challenges that ultimately led him to step away from the public eye.
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The 26th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration: A Night of Music, Inspiration, and Football
The 26th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, on FOX, featuring performances by various musical legends, including The Isley Brothers, Yolanda Adams, and Muni Long, as well as honoring outstanding individuals such as former NFL star Michael Strahan.
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Why Hulu’s Paradise Is the Show You Can’t Miss
The Hulu series “Paradise” is a thriller that transforms from a murder mystery into a sci-fi thriller, exploring themes of wealth disparity and survival in a post-apocalyptic world while delivering a game-changing twist that shifts the entire narrative.
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“Love is Blind” Heads to Minneapolis: A Season of Romance, Drama, and Bold Personalities
Netflix’s reality show Love is Blind is heading to Minneapolis for its eighth season, featuring a diverse cast of singles, with Valentine’s Day premiering on February 14, and a mix of personalities, experiences, and intentions.