Debbie Allen

Netflix Brings ‘A Different World’ Back With Original Cast and a New Hillman Story

Jasmine Guy, Kadeem Hardison, Cree Summer, and Darryl M. Bell reprise their roles as the series expands the Hillman legacy for today’s audience.
12/18/2025

Debbie Allen on Legacy, Mentorship, and the Rat Pack That Started It All

Her reimagined ‘Hot Chocolate Nutcracker’ blends ballet, jazz, hip-hop & Bollywood while DADA’s scholarship-first model gives 15,000+ kids a real shot at the arts.
12/15/2025

Sister Act: Debbie Allen And Phylicia Rashad Celebrate ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Milestone

From Allen’s executive producer/director/recurring role to Rashad’s directing, the legendary siblings remind us how deeply Black women continue to shape culture and television history.
10/03/2025

Vivian Ayers, Celebrated Poet and Mother of Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad, Dies at 102

The literary icon was recently honored by NASA as one of the 'Hidden Figures' of the Apollo 11 mission for her groundbreaking poem 'Hawk.'
08/21/2025

Taraji P. Henson Set for Broadway Debut with Cedric The Entertainer in 'Joe Turner’s Come and Gone'

Henson steps into August Wilson’s iconic play, exploring identity and hope during the Great Migration.
07/01/2025
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Women's History Month Edition

BET stars Alise Willis, Brely Evans, Courtney Nichole and Michelle Natalie Núñez raise their glasses to the strong women who've broken barriers and inspired generations.
05/12/2025

5 Debbie Allen-Directed TV Episodes That Showcase Her Directing Genius

The Emmy winner’s directing credits include some of the most beloved episodes in TV history.
01/15/2025

Debbie Allen Opens Up About Losing Half of Her Dance Company During the AIDS Crisis

The Emmy Award-winner was recently honored with the Humanitarian Angel Award at Project Angel Food’s Angel Awards.
10/02/2024

‘A Different World’ Cast Reunites For Epic 10-City HBCU Tour

The crew from the beloved sitcom is back to promote enrollment at HBCUs and raise money for scholarships.
03/01/2024

This Week In Good Black News: Tierra Whack Doc Drops, Bresha Webb Is Pregnant And Jackson State University Appoints New President

Thanksgiving week is bringing a trove of uplifting stories you should know.
11/24/2023

'Tis the Season to Stream Black: BET+ Festive Holiday Lineup

From Tamar Braxton to Debbie Allen and Kandi Burruss, we've got you covered this holiday season.
11/20/2023