Maya Angelou was a remarkable woman whose life was full of poetry, fighting for rights, and inspiring others. She was famous for using words to promote fairness, equality, and the strength of people. Her voice made a big difference in the 20th century, influencing how people talked about race, identity, and self-empowerment. Maya was born […]
Aretha Franklin’s voice is recognized by millions, but her personal story remains less well known—by her own choice. In her 1999 memoir, From These Roots, the Queen of Soul opted to keep many of her life’s hardships private. The book largely omits details about pivotal and painful moments, including the loss of her mother when […]
Despite facing serious legal troubles, Sean “Diddy” Combs is fighting back against accusations made in an NBC documentary. The 55-year-old music mogul has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the network, claiming that Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy, which aired on Peacock last month, falsely accused him of murdering his ex-girlfriend Kim Porter. […]
Tahj “Queen Tahj” Williams, a New Orleans-based artist known for her expressive Black Masking technique, has made history as the first artist to handcraft the Super Bowl logo and theme art, rooted deeply in her hometown’s Indigenous and African heritage. As a prominent member of the Golden Eagles Tribe, Williams was inspired by her uncle […]
The NAACP has announced that comedian Dave Chappelle will be given the President’s Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards. This award is given for his influential comedy that drives social progress. Chappelle joins other celebrated winners like Usher, Rihanna, and Jay-Z. NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson commended Chappelle for his impactful work. He […]