Entertainment

Afro Roots Fest will celebrate its 25th anniversary on March 14 at 6 p.m., when it takes the stage at the Miami Beach Bandshell to honor African music’s influence throughout the Americas. The festival headlines Grammy-nominated duo Amadou and Mariam, known as “The Blind Couple From Mali.” Cuban folk group Cortadito, with Afro-Cuban guest artist […]

Actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish added another feat to her long list of accomplishments on Feb. 19. She was the honorary starter at the 65th Daytona 500. The “Girls Trip’’ star was at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach to wave the green flag for the start of what’s called the “Great American Race.” […]

Every year, the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding is one of the biggest events in the Sunshine City, bringing a four-day festival of fast cars, hot food, cold drinks, and some of the world’s best IndyCar drivers to downtown. And while the races themselves are the main attraction (single-day tickets […]

The St. Petersburg Arts Alliance’s 2023 MUSE event happens Friday (March 3) at the Morean Center for Clay, in the Warehouse Arts District. It’s the annual celebrate-the-city bash for the umbrella arts organization, with live entertainment from area musicians and dancers, live art demonstrations, and more. The centerpiece of the event is the presentation of […]

Reggae Rise Up, St. Pete’s biggest annual music festival, is right around the corner, and this year’s rendition showcases an absolutely star-studded lineup. The four-day celebration will take place March 16-19 in Vinoy Park, and tickets are on sale now. Headliners include big-name acts such as 311, Wiz Khalifa, Damian Marley, Koffee, Rebelution, and Sublime. […]

My theme for the year 2023 is “disruptive thinking.” In my upcoming guidebook, “Disruptive Thinking: A Daring Strategy to Change How We Live, Lead, and Love,” I explain how to challenge the traditional ways of thinking that keep us stagnant. Until we, as a Black community, disrupt the old constructs we were taught and exposed to, […]

Wendy Williams had a tumultuous 2022, but it looks like she’s ready to get back in the swing of things in 2023. After making headlines for problems with her health and finances, the former talk show host is delivering some good news. According to People, the talk show host is preparing for a big trip overseas. She detailed her plans for […]

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but it’s looking like Michael B. Jordan’s season. Not only will the prominent actor be making his directorial debut this Friday with the release of Creed III, but it’s recently been revealed that he’ll be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday. According to the official site, Jordan’s […]

Black stars showed up and showed out at the 2023 Screen Actors Guild Awards in vibrant yellows, excellent updos, and perfectly tailored suits. Here are all of the looks we loved from the glamorous evening! Read more

Last week, singers Chloe Bailey and Chris Brown received widespread criticism after announcing their newest collaboration on social media. “Before y’all start, Chloe had options. PLENTY to choose from other than Chris Brown. Here we go: Luke James Bryson Tiller Lucky Daye Khalid Giveon Berwyn Samm Henshaw Venna Tay Iwar Jvck James Reggie Becton Brent Faiyaz PJ […]

We know celebrity death hoaxes tend to regularly run amuck on the internet, with no rhyme nor reason as to who the next “victim” will be. But over the President’s Day weekend, A Jazzman’s Blues director Tyler Perry had to unfortunately clear the air and dispel death rumors for one of his own frequent collaborators, House of Payne actress Cassi Davis. […]

Please join the GZL Educational Foundation, Inc. for an exciting spring day of golf and camaraderie in support of the Foundation’s youth scholarship program. This year our annual Golf Classic with take place Saturday, April 29th, 2023. All proceeds from your Sponsorship and participation in this event go directly into our youth scholarship fund to […]

Rihanna thinks her baby boy is “fine” and doesn’t care who’s bothered by how she refers to her and A$AP Rocky’s 9-month-old son. The “Diamonds” singer faced criticism on Thursday when she shared a photo from her British Vogue cover shoot she took with her infant son. But Rih Rih had to clap back after a few of her followers expressed their […]

While there’s no doubt many fans of Rihanna were elated to see her make her grand return to music during the 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show, some are wondering why she accepted the opportunity after previously opting not to in support of Colin Kaepernick. To refresh your memory, back in 2019, the “Pour It Up” singer confirmed to US […]

We all knew Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was going to be emotional. As excited as we were to return to Wakanda, watching the characters we’d come to think of as family mourn both King T’Challa—as well as Chadwick Boseman—would be difficult. Our expectations were proven to be true during the film’s beautifully moving opening scene. As Shuri frantically […]

Danielle Ren Holley, a noted legal educator and social justice scholar, will become the 20th president of Mount Holyoke College on July 1, 2023. The Board unanimously elected Holley following a thorough and inclusive search process. President-elect Holley is the first Black woman in the 186-year history of Mount Holyoke College to serve as permanent […]

After winning a Grammy Award, Viola Davis has officially completed the holy grail of entertainment awards. Davis’ Sunday win for the audiobook of her memoir “Finding Me” completes her EGOT collection. She previously won an Emmy for her role in “How to Get Away with Murder,” an Oscar for “Fences,” and two Tony awards for “King […]

Beyonce is coming back to Florida. The “Queen Bey” announced dates for the 2023 “Renaissance” world tourWednesday, which include two stops in the Sunshine State. Beyonce will perform Aug. 16 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa and Aug. 18 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Read more

BeyHive, rejoice! Beyoncé has officially announced her Renaissance World Tour, set to hit the stage this summer. While rumblings of a summer 2023 world tour have been circulating the internet since the pop star released her acclaimed seventh studio album, “Renaissance,” last year, Beyoncé officially confirmed the tour on her Instagram account Wednesday morning. Along with a photo of […]

Missy Elliott’s impact on music and the culture at large is one that can never be overstated and now, thanks to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, both she and her legacy have made history as she’s the first ever female hip-hop artist to be nominated. Per a press release provided to The Root, this honor falls […]