Whitney Houston Biopic Casts Naomi Ackie For ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’ Film

12/16/2020

The British actress will play the singer in the 2022 biopic.

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Whitney Houston Biopic Casts Naomi Ackie For ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’ Film

According to Deadline, Naomi Ackie, 28, will play the upcoming film's music legend, reportedly releasing Thanksgiving 2022.
12/16/2020
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Celebrating 2024 NAACP Image Awards Host Queen Latifah: A Playlist of Her Epic Hits
55th NAACP Image Awards

There’s a reason we call Queen Latifah pure entertainment royalty. 
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Cardi B Says Her Body Type Makes It Difficult to Wear Luxury Brands

Over time, the rapper's style aesthetic has evolved, but it seems that fashion houses are long overdue for outdated standards to be raised.
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Travis Scott's Lawsuit Dismissal Claims Fan Safety Was 'Not the Job of Performing Artists'

The rapper is facing lawsuits from more than 2,500 people in the aftermath of the tragic incident that occurred in 2021.
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Black Country Artists Who Appear On Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' Album

The highly-anticipated project features some of the genre's rising stars.
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Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter', Kevin Hart's Twain Prize, Jhené Aiko's Tour

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5 Roles That Exemplify the Excellence of Louis Gossett Jr.

The award-winning trailblazer starred in films that showcased his dynamic range while charging Hollywood to produce films punctuated with diversity on screen and behind the camera.
04/09/2024
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Reyna Roberts Talks How She Discovered Her True Self In Country Music

In 2023, she released her acclaimed debut album “Bad Girl Bible, Vol. 1”, cementing her status as one of the genre’s brightest stars.
04/17/2024
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Jonathan Majors Sentenced to 1 Year of Counseling For Domestic Assault

Following convictions for assault and harassment against ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari, actor Jonathan Majors faces one year of domestic violence counseling and a permanent protection order.
04/17/2024
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Angel Reese Has Declared for the WNBA Draft

The basketball star made the announcement in an interview with Vogue.
04/17/2024
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EXCLUSIVE: Biden Campaign Plans Black Media Rollout To Reach Black Voters

Beginning on February 14, the campaign will run ads in battleground states and on several Black media platforms.
04/24/2024
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Shaquille O’Neal Shared Advice He Gave To Angel Reese After the WNBA Draft

The LSU star was selected by the Chicago Sky in the WNBA Draft on April 15.
04/29/2024
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Reggie Bush's Heisman Trophy Returned After 14 Years

After 14 years, Reggie Bush is celebrating the return of his beloved Heisman Trophy.
04/29/2024
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John Legend Rips Donald Trump to Shreds, Calls Him 'A Tried and True Racist'

The EGOT winner contends the former president is benefiting from a flawed system that oppresses Black people.
04/29/2024
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Billionaire Robert F. Smith's Vista Equity Partners Sets $20B Funding Record

The AI-focused fund passes previous record of $17 billion raised in 2019.
04/29/2024
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Brittney Griner Speaks For the First Time About Her Imprisonment In Russia

The WNBA star sat down for an emotional interview with Robin Roberts that will air on May 1 in a special edition of “20/20” on ABC.
04/29/2024
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Fat Joe Creates A Relief Fund To Help Families Suffering In Haiti

The 53-year-old rapper and humanitarian launched Fat Joe & Friends For Haiti to offer efficient and effective ways to support Haiti’s crisis and unrest.
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Spelman College Announces Angela Bassett As Commencement Speaker

The illustrious actress will speak to the Class of 2024, which includes 504 degree candidates.
05/07/2024
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Pam Grier Wants To Work The Pole With Cardi B

The 74-year-old actress said, “I’m the pole dancer. She teaches me.”
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Amanda Seales Breaks Silence On Her Relationship With Issa Rae

The comedian addressed her fallout with the “Insecure” creator on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast “Club Shay Shay.”
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Normani Pranks Ciara With ‘Bachelorette’ Proposal

The call sparked a candid exchange on love, boundaries, and the unexpected.
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