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Five Eye-Rolling White Savior Movies

As Michael Oher sues over 'The Blind Side' portrayal and financial discrepancies, we dissect five contentious examples of the 'White Savior' narrative that challenge Hollywood's representation of racial dynamics.
09/05/2023
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Octavia Spencer Says She Experienced ‘More Racism’ In Los Angeles Than In Her Alabama Hometown

She also spoke highly of her southern roots.
01/25/2023

Octavia Spencer Says She Experienced ‘More Racism’ In Los Angeles Than In Her Alabama Hometown

The Oscar-winning actress recalls encounters she experienced soon after moving to Hollywood.
01/24/2023

‘Truth Be Told’ Hits A Little Close To Home For Gabrielle Union

Season 3 of the AppleTV+ series which stars Octavia Spencer tackles the topic of sexual violence and young missing Black Girls.
01/20/2023

Interview: Octavia Spencer And Will Ferrell Share Who They’d Want To Run Hollywood’s HR Department

The ‘Spirited’ stars also share the best gift someone can give them this holiday season.
11/19/2022
Octavia Spencer's moment - Actress Octavia Spencer accepted the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for her unforgettable role in The Help. (Photo: Goodloe/PictureGroup)

NAACP Image Awards 2022: Octavia Spencer's Best Fashion Moments

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Octavia Spencer Apologizes To Britney Spears Over Comment About Her Engagement

The pop star is tying the knot.
09/15/2021

Octavia Spencer Tells Britney Spears To Make ​​Fiancée Sam Asghari Sign A Prenup

Her boyfriend popped the question on Sept. 12.
09/13/2021

Octavia Spencer Says Hollywood Should Cast More People With Disabilities

The actress is part of a new PSA campaign.
07/27/2020

Portrayal Of ’Self Made’ Antagonist, Annie Turnbo Malone, Draws Criticism

She is played by Carmen Ejogo in the Netflix series.
03/24/2020

Blair Underwood On The Importance of Hair Love And Documenting Black Excellence

The Madam C.J. Walker series is streaming now.
03/20/2020