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Reclaiming Legacy: 'Purlie Victorious' Shines in Its Broadway Revival

Leslie Odom Jr.'s electrifying performance anchors a stellar cast in Ossie Davis' timeless tale of struggle and triumph.
11/14/2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 27: Leslie Odom Jr. poses at the opening night of "Purlie Victorious" at The Music Box Theatre on September 27, 2023 in New York City.

This Is Leslie Odom Jr.’s Time to Shine

The Tony and Grammy Award-winning actor and singer is having a powerhouse year with a new album, a box-office hit movie, and a role on Broadway that will leave you mesmerized.
10/17/2023

This Week In Good Black News: Barack And Michelle Obama Celebrate 31 Years Of Marriage, Laphonza Butler Becomes The Third Black Woman U.S. Senator And Leslie Odom Jr. Returns To Broadway

Plus, an NBA icon continues to break records off the court.
10/06/2023

October Movie Preview: Must-See Movies

From Jamie Foxx to Leslie Odom Jr., it's binge-watch season.
10/02/2023

‘Abbott Elementary’ Leslie Odom Jr. To Guest Star In Season 2

Other guests have also been announced.
09/15/2022

The 74th Annual Tony Awards: How To Watch, Nominees, Who’s Performing And More

The show is co-hosted by Audra McDonald and Leslie Odom Jr.
09/25/2021

Audra McDonald And Leslie Odom Jr. To Host Tony Awards Special

The show will celebrate the return of Broadway.
09/14/2021

Leslie Odom Jr. To Star In ‘Exorcist’ Trilogy

The film is considered one of the scariest movies.
07/29/2021
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 09: Jason Derulo attends the Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball at The O2 Arena on December 09, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/Mike Marsland/WireImage)

Father’s Day: Black Celeb Dads Who Had Babies In The Last Year

Famous Black dads to celebrate.
06/20/2021
Leslie Odom Jr. on BET Buzz 2020.
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Leslie Odom Jr. Nearly Left ‘Hamilton’ Over Pay Equity

"You must pay me exactly what that white boy got."
08/10/2020

Leslie Odom Jr. Nearly Quit ‘Hamilton’ Movie After Discovering He Was Paid Less Than White Actor

"You must pay me exactly what the white boy got.”
08/09/2020