Clint Coley is a comedian, actor and producer who is exploring the cultural world of spades and bringing it to life. Coley, who was taught the strategic card game as a child, has grown up to become a spades connoisseur.
A day after what would’ve been Kobe Bryant’s 42nd birthday on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020, the city of Los Angeles is celebrating a day named in his honor, and tributes to the NBA legend are rolling in as “Mamba Week”
What is better than pairing Lauryn Hill and Louis Vuitton? Hill’s timeless music and the French fashion house have teamed up for a video performance set to accompany Louis Vuitton’s spring-summer 2021 menswear show in Shanghai. The black-and-white video, which
Chanda Branch is an educator, art enthusiast and Ms. Black USA 2019. Being taught the importance of leadership and civic engagement at an early age has carried her through a successful career in pageantry. Branch graduated from Tennessee State University,
Economic inequality and lack of access to capital are two of the main issues for minority-owned businesses. The UP Community Fund is a resource for these businesses. The Charlotte, North Carolina based company was founded in 2017 by investment expert
If one-of-a-kind keepsake jewelry is what you desire, look no further than Beads Byaree. The owner, Areeayl Goodwin, handcrafts whimsical brass jewelry that is a surefire conversation starter. The Philadelphia native graduated from Howard University with a bachelor’s in acting.
When Brandi Harvey isn’t hosting her podcast “BeyondHer” and doing Twin Talk with her sister Karli Harvey Raymond, she is dedicating her time and talents to uplifting and empowering women through her lifestyle brand. Launched in 2018, Beyond Her is
Black women love to experiment with the latest hairstyles, eye-popping nails, and cutting-edge fashions. If you have the goods to deliver the best, you can build a loyal clientele. For expert manicurist Kia Stewart, who is popularly known as Lux
From first-generation college graduate, to the first African American executive for the global, luxury automotive manufacturer — Porsche — Crystal Khalil is a true inspiration. Khalil, who also an author, coach and trainer, knows the importance of sharing her success with
When you think of a saxophonist you might not think of a Black woman with tattoos, jamming out to the covers of hit songs, but that’s exactly who Imani Lauren is. Affectionately known as “Sax Bae,” Imani Lauren is a
Common is using this quarantine to get fit and he’s trying to help you too. The rapper has just launched a wellness series on “Com&Well” on YouTube. The six-episode series is all about health and wellness. Ahead of the first
Congrats are in order for Gucci Mane and wife Keyshia Ka’oir. The rapper, whose real name is Radric Delantic Davis and Ka’oir, announced that they are expecting a baby on Aug. 14 and have now shared a sonogram from a
Hailing from southwest Atlanta, aka the SWATS, Keith A. Lewis Jr. and Jermaine Clarke understand the hardships of growing up as Black men in the city. With young kids being exposed to so much these days, Black fathers’ presence and
Apple Music and Ciara are “leveling up” as they launch their new radio show. On Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020, the streaming service announced that it will debut two new radio stations — Apple Music Hits and Apple Music Country —
Trey Songz is proud to be a dad and he got some ink to prove his love for baby Noah. Songz used the social media platform Instagram on Monday, Aug. 17, where he shared images of his new ink. The
Hip Hop Public Health has done it again. Helmed by Doug E. Fresh, the organization has released a number of PSAs during the pandemic to bring awareness to ways that the public can curb the spread of COVID-19. Fresh, who
Actress and comedian Farah “Cocoa” Brown was born to make people laugh. The Newport News, Virginia, native uses her humor to uplift and educate. Her TV and film credits include Tyler Perry’s “For Better or Worse,” Lakeview Terrace, Single Moms
If you’ve ever needed a resource to help you easily find local Black businesses to support, you’ll be happy to know that Mandy Bowman created one. Since graduating with a degree in entrepreneurship and global business management from Babson College,
In 2017, while Gabrielle Union was ruling BET with her hit show “Being Mary Jane,” she also launched her hair care brand, Flawless by Gabrielle Union. Despite her fame, Union still deals with the same struggles as many other Black
Nike is continuing to honor the legacy of NBA legend Kobe Bryant who tragically passed after a helicopter accident in January. The shoe and apparel giant just announced the launch of “Mamba Week” on Sunday, Aug. 23, which would have
