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Comic Con 2013 hits New York: Best costumes
New York Comic Con 2013 is taking over the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, and of course what would Comic Con be without the costumes. SciFi and fantasy fans went above and beyond this year, so in case you’re not in town for the festivities or looking for a creative Halloween costume, take a look…
Read MoreDragon Con 2015: Growing your child’s IQ through imagination, games and comics
Parents today should be looking for anyway to increase a child’s learning and intelligence. One of doing this is through developing your child’s imagination and DragonCon participants show this is possible through games and comics. When it comes to games there is a genre that some Black parents do not know about called fantasy role…
Read MoreComic-Con 2014’s best costumes on Instagram
Every year, Comic-Con International rolls around and brings out some of the craziest costumes you could think imagine. From hot super heroes to scary zombies, Comic-Con is like the preview of this year’s Halloween festivities. This past weekend, 2014 Comic-Con attendees shared Instagram photos of themselves and other cool sightings at the San Diego Convention Center.…
Read MoreCongressman John Lewis promotes new comic book at Comic-Con 2013
Georgia Democratic congressman John Lewis, the youngest speaker at the 1963 March on Washington, makes history as the first sitting member of Congress to write a comic book. He promoted the autobiographical trilogy about the civil rights movement, March, at Comic-Con International in San Diego. He tells the media, “This story is about movement. It’s about people…
Read MoreNewlywed Halle Berry shows off baby bump at Comic-Con 2013
Halle Berry, 46, who plays Storm in the X-Men series was spotted at Comic-Con International on Sat., July 20, sporting her baby bump. The mother of one daughter, Nahla, is expecting her second child with her third husband, Olivier Martinez. She was at the at the San Diego Convention Center helping promote the May 2014 release…
Read MoreKerry Washington, Jamie Foxx, Amandla Stenberg Among Celebrities at 2012 Comic-Con
Kerry Washington, Jamie Foxx, Amanda Sternberg, were just a few of our favorite celebrities at the 2012 Comic-Con covention. It seems as if every Hollywood actor and actress took part in Comic-Con International 2012. Comic-Con International 2012, which was held at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel, brought out stars like RZA, Yvette Nicole Brown,…
Read MoreFunkmaster Flex confirms cosmetic surgery he underwent to transform his look
Funkmaster Flex looks quite different these days! On Monday, Nov. 30, the famed DJ/radio personality shared details about his latest procedure via Instagram. He shared a quick overview video of the process as he thanked the medical staff who worked to make his procedure a success. “For a while now @40dayreset has been amazing in…
Read MoreMichael B. Jordan bringing comic book hero to film with ‘Static Shock’
Michael B. Jordan is heading back into the comic world that has paid such enormous dividends for his and many other actors’ careers. Jordan, who was the principal antagonist in 2018’s record-breaking blockbuster Black Panther, is set to produce Warner Bros. and DC Comics’ film Static Shock, which is based on the DC Comics character…
Read MoreTamar Braxton hospitalized and unconscious after overdosing on drugs
Tamar Braxton has been hospitalized after reportedly overdosing on drugs and alcohol. Her siblings are asking for fans prayers for her recovery. The Blast and TMZ report that the Los Angeles Police Department found the youngest and arguably the most popular and controversial Braxton sibling unconscious in her hotel room by her boyfriend. Both publications…
Read MoreBill Cosby granted right to appeal sexual assault conviction
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court voted to grant disgraced comedy legend Bill Cosby the right to file an appeal on his conviction of sexual assault. The creator of the monumental “The Cosby Show,” is in the middle of a three-to-10 year sentence after his conviction on sexual assault and drugging a woman in 2004. There are…
Read MoreLoni Love’s friend says comic had Tamar Braxton fired from ‘The Real’ (video)
Tamar Braxton claims she finally has the receipts to prove that “The Real” co-host Loni Love orchestrated her shocking ouster from the daytime talk show. Braxton, 42, says that Love engineered a successful writing campaign to the show’s producers and executives to get Braxton fired. Moreover, Braxton says Love’s former friend who wrote for her…
Read More50 Cent sends enforcer to collect money from comic Michael Blackson (video)
It is becoming painfully obvious that owing 50 Cent money is a psychological health hazard. Today, the most famous debt collector in America is now sinking his fangs into his next prey, comedian Michael Blackson. According to Fifty, he had been laying in the tall weeds for months awaiting the right opportunity to dash out…
Read MoreViola Davis reveals the health condition she’s dealing with
Viola Davis has opened up after finding out she was diagnosed with a health condition that could affect her lifestyle. The “How to Get Away with Murder” actress knows diabetes — which affects the body’s ability to process insulin — runs in her family so she has always followed a balanced diet and tried to exercise regularly…
Read MoreJanelle Monae hopes new project will spark conversation about bullying
Janelle Monae is speaking up about bullying. She voices the shy and smart Mandy in the upcoming animated movie UglyDolls. Monáe hopes UglyDolls sparks conversations between parents and their children. She wants to see the film make adults reflect on their own childhood experiences and reassure their kids who have been on the receiving end “of abuse” — or to find out…
Read MoreMarvel Comics shamed after ‘Avengers’ poster omits name of Black actress
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has seen unparalleled success with its superhero franchise. By far the biggest box office hits have been the Avengers series and Black Panther. Black fans of both series were excited to see the return of T’Challa and Okoye, the leader of the Dora Milaje, played by actress Danai Gurira. But…
Read MoreA conversation with Rick Sullivan, the godfather of Black comedy
Today’s Black comedy scene is large and thriving, but few people know the big names behind the scenes who are the first to spot young talent. One of those well-known talent management veterans is Rick Sullivan. He is one of the most sought after consultants for comedy production. He has worked with Russell Simon’s “Def…
Read MoreA conversation with Luenell: When does Black comedy become hurtful?
When it comes to comedy, subjects that were unacceptable for mainstream America were the norm in small Black clubs. Comedians such as Redd Foxx, Dick Gregory, Richard Pryor and Moms Mabley were popular first in clubs on the “Chitlin’ Circuit” in urban hubs. Subject-matter material in these clubs frequently included jokes about race relations, women…
Read MoreLGBT advocate forgives White female comics for anti-gay tweets, not Kevin Hart
Kevin Hart continues to catch flack after old anti-gay tweets surfaced after the Academy Awards announced that he would be the host for the annual ceremony that will take place on Feb. 24, 2019, at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles. Hart initially refused to apologized, but he issued a mea culpa and chose to…
Read MoreO.J. Simpson gives Bill Cosby strong warning about convicted rapists in prison
One of the most notorious celebrity convicts in American history has a strong and chilling piece of advice for the man formerly known as “America’s dad” regarding his transition to prison life. Comic legend Bill Cosby completes his precipitous fall from the Mount Rushmore of American entertainers as he begins serving three to 10 years…
Read MoreTiffany Haddish’s star continues to rise as she picks up another major award
The ‘Girls Trip’ actress scooped Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’ – the first black female stand-up comic to take the helm in the show’s history – at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards, beating out former ‘SNL’ stars Molly Shannon, Maya Rudolph, and Tina Fey to take the accolade,…
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