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“True Blood” actor Nelsan Ellis has been laid to rest. On Saturday, July 22, Ellis, who died at age 39 just over two weeks ago, was buried at the Holy Temple Cathedral in his home state of Illinois. Several of Ellis’ “True Blood” co-stars, including Anna Paquin (Sookie), Carrie Preston (Arlene, and Rutina Wesley (Tara, attended…

Award-winning American film and television actor and playwright Nelsan Ellis, 39, died after complications from heart failure on Saturday, July 8, 2017. A celebration of Ellis’ life will take place on Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22. The viewing and funeral service will be open to the public. A public viewing will be held on Friday, July 21,…

Nelsan Ellis struggled with alcohol addiction prior to his death. The actor — who was most known for his role as Lafayette Reynolds in the hit HBO supernatural drama “True Blood” from 2008 until the series ended in 2014 — tragically passed away on Saturday, July 8, at the age of 36 after suffering from complications…

Award-winning American film and television actor and playwright Nelsan Ellis, 39, died after complications from heart failure on Saturday, July 8, 2017. His star continues to rise and shine as he will be featured in Imani Motion Picture’s film True to the Game. His character is Tyrik. Imani Entertainment Remembers Ellis in a statement to press: Imani…

Hollywood is mourning the loss of actor Nelsan Ellis. Best known for his breakout role as Lafayette on HBO’s “True Blood,” Ellis reportedly died after complications with heart failure. He was 39. “We were extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Nelsan Ellis,” HBO said in a statement. “Nelsan was a longtime member of…

Production on the long awaited big screen adaptation of Teri Woods’ classic street lit novel True To The Game is finally underway. The film will feature an ensemble cast including Columbus Short, Vivica A. Fox, Evan Ross, Keith Robinson, Nelsan Ellis, and newcomer Erica Peeples. Short will also serve as a producer on the film via his production…

Last week, Emmy-nominated actor (HBO’s “True Blood”) and Chicago area native Nelsan Ellis came home to celebrate being on the cover of Ebony magazine with a swanky private event at Sawtooth Restaurant and Lounge in the West Loop neighborhood. Ellis, who also stars as Bobby Byrd in the James Brown biopic Get On Up, participated in an informative…

James Brown is an icon of 20th century American music; a uniquely singular hitmaker and showstopping performer whose body of work provided the template for soul and funk and set the stage for hip-hop’s emergence. But the man beyond the performer was, like so many gifted artists, a tortured and conflicted soul. And that soul…

The story of soul legend James Brown is being brought to the big screen in vivid detail and impassioned storytelling via the new movie Get On Up. The Godfather of Soul is one of American music’s most revered and influential icons, but beyond his musical legacy; this film tells the story of a conflicted-but-driven man…

It came as a shock to many in June when it was alleged that former “True Blood” actor Luke Grimes left the show and was replaced by actor Nathan Parsons because he didn’t want to play a gay role opposite Nelsan Ellis in the series. Although Grimes’ reps denied the allegations of homophobia, Ellis recently…

“True Blood” star Nelsan Ellis revealed that he will always have a part of LaFayette with him, and explained his process as an actor

HBO’s hit show “True Blood” has been rather fearless when it comes to showcasing LGBT characters, showing many of its stars in erotic situations with both men and women. But according to a new report, one of the show’s former stars just wasn’t comfortable with playing and he quit because of it. Actor Luke Grimes…

Fox’s new comedy “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” premiered this week to rave reviews and massive ratings as fans all across the board have given the Andy Samberg-fronted series the thumbs up. While fans are busy praising the show, series star Andre Braugher recently shared his pride and joy over the fact that his character is openly gay.…

Hollywood may still have barriers to tear down when it comes to gay, bisexual and transgender actors, but many straight actors have played gay parts on camera and won acclaim for their portrayals of the lives of LGBT characters. Check out our list of actors who have played gay characters below. –nicholas robinson

It takes a real man to admit he’s on a diet, and an even stronger man to put on a pair of heels to show off his weight loss, and that’s exactly what NBA veteran Charles Barkley has done in his latest Weight Watchers campaign, dressing in complete drag for the brand. Barkley signed on…