Rolling out is excited to announce the winner of The Gambler private screening giveaway. Congratulations, Nicole Kilby! Kilby entered rolling out’s contest and won a private theater screening of The Gambler starring Mark Wahlberg for 49 of her closest family members
Rolling Out invites you to enter for a chance to win a signed copy of Middle of Nowhere, the acclaimed 2012 film directed by Ava DuVernay and starring Emayatzy Corinealdi, Omari Hardwick and David Oyelowo. Experience a dynamic story of self-discovery with Middle of Nowhere now
Here are five facts you should know about the cultural holiday and weeklong celebration known as Kwanzaa. The meaning of the name: Kwanzaa derives its name from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” meaning “first fruits” or “fruits of harvest.” The
[jwplatform sjBcjseC] With the release of the feature film Annie Friday, Dec. 19, producer Jay Z discusses making the music of Annie while Will Smith, a producer on the film, applauds the rapper for being able to give the film a new
The student team from Spelman College in Atlanta walked away with the winning title in Ford’s 2014 Historically Black Colleges and Universities Community Challenge and $75,0000 in scholarships and grants for its original community program. The competition reflects Ford’s century-long
Angela Simmons, A$AP Rocky, A$AP Nast and more celebs attended the final installment of the 2014 Heineken Friends + Family event series at the Le Parker Meridien in New York. DJ-designer Vashtie Kola hosted this intimate holiday dinner for 50
Selma celebrated its New York premiere at the Ziegfeld Theater, where stars David Oyelowo, Oprah Winfrey (also a producer on the film), Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Tim Roth, Common and Cuba Gooding Jr., walked the red carpet alongside director-executive producer Ava
Last weekend, tennis stars Serena Williams and Venus Williams were joined by thousands of spectators and participants, including members of Black Girls Run for the inaugural Serena Williams Ultimate Run South Beach, a quarter marathon and 5K run-walk benefitting the Serena Williams
Martell recognized and honored “emerging icons” in the African American community for their leadership and achievement, during the Martell Iconic Blueprints event. Guests enjoyed complimentary Martell VS cocktails, while Rob Hill Sr., hosted and moderated an inspiring and open conversation with Derek Blanks,
You already know what it is, the kid Sean Mac, Shadyville DJ’s, this is my block. Describe what you do for a living. When people ask me to explain what I do for a living, of course I’m a DJ,
It’s your boy Dlow, Bop King of Chicago and this is my block. Dlow Shuffle, let’s turn up. Describe what you do for a living. Ask me to explain who I am and what I do, I’m a dancer, entertainer
I’m Luvvie from Awesomelyluvvie.com and this is ‘My Block.’ How did your block contribute to your development as a person and as a professional? So when people ask me what I do, first I pause because I do a lot but
I’m Hebru Brantley and this is my block. Describe what you do for a living. When people ask me what I do, simply, I’m a creator. I’m creative. I’m a painter. I’m a sculptor. How did your block contribute to
Describe what you do for a living. The Roseland Volunteers youth football program is a youth football organization that serves children in the Roseland community ages 6 through 14. Right now we have about one hundred kids in the program
Hi I’m Jaz Jackson. I’m a beauty blogger and this is ‘My Block.’ How did your block contribute to your development as a person and as a professional? When people ask me what I do for a living, I say
It’s Chicago’s favorite nerdy YDot GDot and this is my block. Describe what you do for a living. I’m a Chicago artist and I host parties. Describe the moment where you came into your own as a professional. The moment
In a decision that ignited protests throughout the nation, yesterday the grand jury in St. Louis County, Missouri, refused to indict Darren Wilson, the Ferguson police officer who shot and killed unarmed teen Michael Brown. The Chicago Urban League issued the following
A special screening was held for the upcoming MLK Jr. film Selma at the historic Castro Theatre in San Francisco followed by a Q-and-A with director-executive producer, Ava DuVernay, producers Oprah Winfrey, Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner, and actor David Oyelowo (who plays Martin Luther King). Selma, from Paramount
Author, dentist and TV personality Dr. Heavenly Kimes and the Dr. Heavenly Kimes Foundation hosted its quarterly “Heavenly’s Angels” seminar, a mentoring session that educates young women on health, relationships, finance and self-esteem. Led by Dr. Heavenly along with fellow “Married to Medicine” cast
[jwplatform N8FAFXd2] Want to get into the entertainment industry, but don’t know where to start? Watch Black Hollywood Live’s episode of “Breaking Into…Film Distribution with Quincy Newell.” Newell uses his journey to offer insight on how to stay ready, tapping into
