Celebrity

Usher and Big Sean Open Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator at Michigan Central

The two artists shared why investing in Detroit’s youth mattered to them as they introduced a new $1 million production space inside Michigan Central.
02/03/2026

NAACP Image Awards: 6 Times Queen Latifah Reminded Us She’s the Queen of Comedy and Romcoms

With her nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series at the NAACP Image Awards, Queen Latifah’s career reminds us she’s always balanced strength, humor, and heart — sometimes all in the same role.
02/02/2026

NAACP Image Awards: 6 Dramatic Roles From Forest Whitaker That Are Breathtaking

With his nomination for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series at the NAACP Image Awards, Forest Whitaker’s career reminds us that power doesn’t have to be loud to be unforgettable.
02/02/2026

Michael '5000' Watts, Swishahouse Founder and Houston Hip-Hop Figure, Dies

Watts helped shape Houston’s chopped-and-screwed scene through the influential independent label.
01/31/2026

Grady Demond Wilson, Beloved ‘Lamont’ on 'Sanford and Son,' Dead at 79

Wilson starred alongside Redd Foxx on the NBC sitcom from 1972 to 1977.
01/31/2026

'Tyler Perry’s Sisters:' Meet Tunde Oyeneyin

Here are five quick facts about Tunde Oyeneyin, who is stepping into the role of Maidson Truitt on season 10.
01/30/2026

NAACP Image Awards: 5 Comedic Roles That Made Us Fall in Love With Wanda Sykes

With two NAACP Image Award nominations — including Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series — Wanda Sykes’ career proves her humor isn’t just funny, it’s fearless.
01/30/2026

Cam Newton to Host the 27th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration on BET

The former NFL MVP steps into hosting duties for the league-sanctioned, faith-forward event airing Super Bowl Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 8 PM ET/7C, blending football, music, and inspiration ahead of the big game.
01/30/2026

Road to the Grammys: Teyana Taylor’s Top 5 Visuals from Escape Room

To celebrate her Grammy nomination, we ranked the five visuals that made “Escape Room” unforgettable.
01/29/2026

Ray J Says Doctors Told Him He ‘Won’t Live Long’ After Hospital Stay

The singer revealed he was hospitalized for pneumonia and heart pain and told fans his heart is only beating at about 25 percent.
01/29/2026

Jason Derulo Is Closing a Chapter and Opening a New One With ‘The Last Dance’

In an exclusive for BET, Jason Derulo reflects on 17 years of hits, creative freedom, and why ‘The Last Dance’ marks both a full-circle moment and a fresh start.
01/29/2026