Netflix recently announced that respected journalist and TV producer Cheo Hodari Coker (NCIS, Ray Donovan) has been tapped to executive produce and run the production
[jwplatform 7r4tGa4k] Rev. Willie Taplin Barrow was known as “The Little Warrior.” Rev. Barrow was short in stature but she was a towering force in
Today marks a tragic day in the history of the Black struggle. It is the 50th anniversary of the assassination of El-Hajj-Malik El-Shabazz, commonly known
A former band leader at Florida A&M University will have to serve the next six years of his life in prison for the hazing death
Every year celebratory gunfire during New Year’s Eve causes damage, injury, and unfortunately, death. Despite this fact, the incidents of gunfire on this holiday are increasing
[jwplatform EoOhoqsM] Dr. Myles Munroe, who died this past week in a tragic plane crash, spoke about dying two weeks before the accident. His constant
Kamara James, who was a member of the 2004 U.S. Olympic fencing team, has died at the age of 29 according to the U.S. Fencing
Veteran actress Elizabeth Pena, known for her performances in films such as “Jacob’s Ladder” and “Rush Hour,” has died at age 55.
Beloved actor and dancer Geoffrey Holder has died at age 84. Holder, who according to his attorney died from complications due to pneumonia, was a highly visible performer from the 1950s through the 2000s.
Lonnie Lynn, Sr, father of rapper/actor Common, died this past Friday, according to the star himself in a Monday interview. Lynn was known for appearing on most of the rapper’s albums, offering spoken-word monologues of advice and encouragement.
Legendary jazz/fusion pianist Joe Sample has died at the age of 75. According to a Facebook post by his wife and son, the native of Houston passed on Friday night, but a specific cause has not been revealed. Sample was co-founder of the Jazz Crusaders, and he had a lengthy career in jazz both with the group and as a solo artist in the 80s and 90s.
Former “X Factor” contestant and pop singer Simone Battle died Friday morning in her home in Los Angeles. The 25-year old’s father, Anthony E. Battle, told MailOnline that she was found dead approximately at 8am.
Many were shocked when finding out that anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela omitted ex-wife Winnie Madikizela-Mandela from his will. President Mandela’s $4.1 million dollar estate was
Robin Williams was an amazing actor that could make you laugh until your face hurt. He could make you cry like a river and he could
Actor Robin Williams left us suddenly Monday. The cause of death was suicide (for more details on his death click here). Having an acting career that
Marin County Sheriff’s Lt. and assistant chief deputy coroner Keith Boyd confirms veteran Hollywood actor and comedian Robin Williams died from asphyxia due to hanging. Williams’
Rich Nichols, the beloved manager for famed hip-hop band The Roots, has passed away at the age of 55. Nichols, a former DJ, began working with the legendary crew in 1992 and guided their path to stardom and acclaim. He also provided mentorship to other acts, such as Talib Kweli, Little Brother and Jill Scott.
Famed director Spike Lee worked with the late, great Ruby Dee on films such as Jungle Fever and Do the Right Thing, and as news spread of her passing this week, Lee posted a few words on Instagram about the beloved actress and activist.
Rapper JayAre, of the group Cali Swag District, died June 6 at the age of 24. JayAre, born Cahron Childs, suffered from sickle cell anemia
Eunique Jones Gibson is the author and creator of “Because of Them We Can,” a campaign that used photographs of children dressed as iconic figures in black culture. The campaign is designed to celebrate the heritage of African Americans through it’s future–the youth.
