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Colman Domingo Set to Star and Direct Nat King Cole Biopic

The upcoming musical film on the life of the legendary singer will be Domingo’s directorial debut.
01/26/2024

This Day in Black History: March 29, 1918

Actress and singer Pearl Bailey was born.
03/29/2020

Grammy Organizers Defend Natalie Cole Tribute Despite Backlash From Her Family

The Grammys stand behind its video tribute.
02/17/2016

Natalie Cole Dies at 65

"Unforgettable" singer suffered congestive heart failure.
01/01/2016
Ike Jones

Veteran Black Film Producer Ike Jones Dies at 84

Maverick filmmaker worked with biggest talent in Hollywood.
10/17/2014

This Day in Black History: Feb. 15, 1965

Nat King Cole died from lung cancer.
02/15/2014
Nat King Cole: The Nat King Cole Show - In 1956, singer/musician Nat King Cole made history by becoming the first African-American celebrity to have his own TV show. Unfortunately, the variety show was canceled after one season. NBC couldn’t find advertisers or, as Nat so famously said, “Madison Avenue is afraid of the dark.”(Photo: CBS/Landov)

This Day in Black History: Nov. 5, 1956

The Nat King Cole Show debuted on NBC.
11/05/2013
Nat King Cole, 'Unforgettable' - We're sure that their little expedition on that remote island is an unforgettable moment in their relationship.(Photo: Evening Standard/Getty Images)

This Day in Black History: March 17, 1919

Jazz great Nat King Cole was born in Alabama.
03/17/2013