Director Nia DaCosta Explains Why She Made The Sequel To ‘Candyman’ So Unapologetically Black

08/25/2021

The reimagined horror film hits theaters on August 27.

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Jennifer Hudson Defends 'Cats' Film: “It Is Something I Am Still Very Proud Of'

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'The Real Housewives Of Potomac' Ashley Darby Talks Her Biggest Flaw And Fan's Misconceptions About Her

Before season six 'RHOP' premiered, BET caught up with Ashley Darby who got candid about what she considers the biggest misconception viewers may have about her.
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Wendy Williams Introduces Her New Boyfriend On Social Media

“My son’s 21st birthday party on the yacht in Miami was everything he wanted! Even my boyfriend,” Williams shared on Instagram.
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Syesha Mercado Reunited With Infant Daughter

"We still got work to do to get 'Ra back,” Mercado said of their toddler son, who is still with Florida Child Protective Services, according to TMZ.
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Kylie Jenner Is Pregnant, Expecting Second Child With Travis Scott

Multiple sources have confirmed to PEOPLE that the reality star is expecting her second child with Travis Scott.
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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II And Teyonah Parris Explain How Their Reimagined New Film ‘Candyman’ Mirrors Real Life

The two actors talk to BET.com about why this fresh take on the blood-chilling classic is more frightening than previous versions.
08/24/2021
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Stephen Curry’s Parents Dell And Sonya Curry To Divorce After 33 Years Of Marriage

"As this comes with a great deal of sadness, our focus and desire is for our family's continued happiness," the pair told PEOPLE.
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Chrissy Teigen Reveals She Is Still Struggling To Cope With Loss Of Her Baby

Last September, Teigen announced that she and her husband John Legend had lost their child, just days after posting that she was suffering pregnancy complications.
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De'arra And Ken Announce Separation On YouTube

The couple is famous for their viral videos, pranks, and cooking shows, with a devoted following of 6.17 million fans on the streaming platform.
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Chadwick Boseman Honored By Wife Simone With Touching Musical Tribute At Stand Up To Cancer Event

The late "Black Panther" star's wife Simone Ledward Boseman sang an emotional rendition of "I'll Be Seeing You."
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02:43

Director Nia DaCosta Explains Why She Made The Sequel To ‘Candyman’ So Unapologetically Black

Along with DaCosta, Jordan Peele co-wrote the reimagined horror film which hits theaters on August 27.
08/25/2021
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Suspects Charged With Murder In The Car Crash That Killed Comedian Tony Baker’s Son

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office charged Hamlet Arseni Aghajanyan with three counts of murder and one count of reckless driving.
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Spike Lee’s New Docuseries Prompts ‘Questions’ About 9/11

In an interview with The New York Times, Lee says “people [are] going to make up their own mind” about the attack and should “decide for themselves” what happened.
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Colman Domingo Speaks About His Out Of Body Experience Filming ‘Candyman’

The actor told BET.com, “I wanted to make sure I committed to who this character was and his objectives in every single way.”
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Serena Williams Withdraws From US Open Due To Leg Injury

The tennis icon says she needs to recover after a torn hamstring from Wimbledon, but she has slipped in the rankings.
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'RHOP's' Mia Thornton Talks Her First Season And Which Member Of The Cast She Clicked With The Most

During the season six brunch premiere at District Wharf in Washington, D.C., newcomer Mia Thornton got candid about her debut season and her regrets.
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Remembering The Inspiring Life And Legacy Of Chadwick Boseman

The talented actor known for his acclaimed performances in movies such as Marvel Studios’ groundbreaking film "Black Panther" died on Aug. 28, 2020.
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NeNe Leakes Shares Heartbreaking Update About Husband Gregg Leakes’ Long Battle With Cancer

He “will be transitioning to the other side,” NeNe said in a video posted online.
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This Is How ‘Candyman’ Made History For Black Women Directors

After "Candyman" grossed an estimated $22.3 million, Nia DaCosta became the first Black woman director to debut at number one.
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Jussie Smollett Suffers Major Setback In Trial Over Alleged Attack

The former "Empire" star was charged with 16 felony counts, but eventually, all charges were dropped by Chicago prosecutor Kim Foxx's office.
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‘RHOA’ Stars Show Support For NeNe Leakes Amid Her Husband’s Cancer Battle

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