On November 19, Denzel Washington took part in a virtual roundtable discussion with eight students from seven historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), offering invaluable advice to the next generation of leaders. The event, shared by DJ Jae Murphy on Instagram, showcased the actor’s commitment to empowering young minds. “This was a timeless & legendary […]
The 2024 Paley Center Honors paid tribute to Tyler Perry on Wednesday, Dec. 4, in a star-studded ceremony at The Beverly Wilshire Hotel. Surrounded by a constellation of friends and collaborators, including Meghan Markle, Kerry Washington, Tika Sumpter, Debbie Allen, Tina Knowles, and others, Perry received the Paley Center for Media’s highest accolade. In a […]
Several claims in a harassment lawsuit filed against Lizzo’s Big Grrrl Big Tour company have been dismissed by a California court. The lawsuit, initiated by former stylist Asha Daniels in September 2023, accused members of Lizzo’s management team of racial and sexual harassment. Daniels’ allegations included claims of fatphobic comments, a hostile work environment, and […]
Media mogul Byron Allen’s $10 billion racial discrimination lawsuit against McDonald’s has cleared a major hurdle. On Tuesday (Dec. 3), U.S. District Judge Fernando Olguin ruled that the case can proceed to trial, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Allen, the founder of Allen Media Group and owner of The Weather Channel, alleges that McDonald’s discriminated […]
Hip-hop legend and business mogul Snoop Dogg has expanded his cannabis brand with the launch of SWED.com, a new online store offering cannabis flower, hemp products, and lifestyle accessories. The site, which went live on December 4 at 4:20 p.m. EST, ships directly to customers in more than 30 U.S. states, including some where recreational […]