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Jay-Z is set to produce an adaptation of Dwayne Alexander Smith’s novel Forty Acres. The rap legend — who was previously involved with the all-Black western The Harder They Fall — is returning to Netflix to produce the new movie, which has been likened to a cross between The Firm and Get Out. The streaming…

This afternoon, Dave Chappelle posted a lengthy clip of a recent stand-up gig of his on IGTV. He titled the post “Unforgiven” and wrote in the caption, “This is why.” In the video, he spoke candidly about his disapproval of “Chappelle’s Show” being licensed to streaming services due to him never being paid after leaving…

Folks climbed all over Kevin Hart for dressing his newborn child in a profanity-laced outfit that matched the name of his new Netflix comedy special No F—- Given. The photo, which has since been snatched down from Hart’s Instagram page but screenshot by the likes of The Jasmine Brand, featured Kaori in a jogging outfit…

This afternoon, Dave Chappelle posted a lengthy clip of a recent stand-up gig of his on IGTV. He titled the post “Unforgiven” and wrote in the caption, “This is why.” In the video, he spoke candidly about his disapproval of “Chappelle’s Show” being licensed to streaming services due to him never being paid after leaving…

Do you remember running to the television to catch a new episode of your favorite sitcom? Whether you were dreaming to enroll at Hillman College, wanting to become an honorary family member of the Banks of Bel-Air, or fantasizing about kicking it after school at The Den, it is a universal truth that Black sitcoms…

2020 may have been an unpredictable year so far, but one thing is for sure: Christmas is coming. Along with it are a host of new holiday movies featuring some of our favorite Black stars. Here are three must-see films to add to your holiday watch list: 1. The Christmas Aunt Starring Keshia Knight Pulliam…

Anika Noni Rose is no stranger to playing roles that significantly impact and shift Black culture. With an acting career spanning more than 20 years, she appears to have a command of what it takes to remain active and relevant, especially in an industry that often is not kind to Black actresses seeking diverse roles…

Is there a showrunner in modern Hollywood history with a higher winning percentage than Shonda Rhimes? The brilliantly creative and equally prolific Rhimes, who brought us one blockbuster TV series after another with “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Scandal,” “How to Get Away with Murder,” “Private Practice,” and “Station 19,” is already captivating audiences with her inaugural Netflix…

Dave Chappelle changed the face of comedy with his hit show “Chappelle’s Show.” Created by Chappelle and Neal Brennan in 2003 for Comedy Central, the show provided an introspective look at aspects of race, comedy, music and American life. On Oct. 30, Netflix revealed that “Chappelle’s Show” will make its debut on the streaming service…

Shonda Rhimes felt like she was “dying” working in network television. The 50-year-old producer — who created the hit medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy” — has revealed she quit ABC to join Netflix in 2017 because the streaming platform gave her more freedom. Recalling her conversation with Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos, Rhimes explained: “The first thing…

Comic superstar Dave Chappelle talked about the aftermath of George Floyd’s killing at the hands of a White cop on Memorial Day 2020. Chappelle, 47, expounds on his own Netflix series regarding the extreme emotional trauma Floyd’s televised death caused as the first guest on the new season of “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction…

Queen Latifah, Robert Duvall and Ben Foster are to star in Hustle. The trio has joined Adam Sandler in the cast of the Netflix basketball movie, which is being produced by NBA legend LeBron James. NBA player Juancho Hernangomez, Jordan Hull, Maria Botto and sports commentator Kenny Smith have also joined the project. Adam stars…

The Harder They Fall has paused filming after a member of the production team tested positive for coronavirus. Shooting on the Western motion picture, which features Idris Elba, got underway in Mexico five weeks ago, but filming has stopped for now due to the COVID-19 case. An insider told Variety that none of the primary cast…

“Cheer” star Jerry Harris has been denied bond. On Oct. 16, a judge ruled agreed with prosecutors and said Harris must remain behind bars as he awaits trial on child porn charges, according to TMZ. Prosecutors believe that Harris could prey on minors if he is released on bond. Harris’ team told the judge that…

Ava DuVernay is set to direct an adaptation of Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents. Isabel Wilkerson published her bestselling nonfiction book earlier this year, and DuVernay is now poised to helm an adaptation of the story for Netflix, according to Variety. The acclaimed filmmaker — who previously directed the documentary 13th and the four-part…

As we enter the month of October, Netflix has revealed its monthly rollout of TV shows and films coming to the streaming service. A part of the rollout includes content that features Black actors, producers, writers and directors. “With Netflix adding TV classics like “Girlfriends” and “Sister, Sister” in September, subscribers are highly anticipating this…

Beloved comedian Dave Chappelle had a rather profane message for his critics after he took home three trophies during the Creative Arts Emmy Awards over the weekend. Despite titling his comedy special “Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones,” which Chappelle performed and wrote, he was obviously irked by the legion of TV and comedy critics. Detractors…

Regina King and Lakeith Stanfield have joined the cast of Netflix Western The Harder They Fall. Delroy Lindo and Zazie Beetz have also signed up for the movie, which will be produced by rapper Jay-Z and star Idris Elba and Jonathan Majors. The story follows outlaw Nat Love (Majors), who discovers that the man who…

Actress Andrene Ward-Hammond, who is featured in the new film Project Power on Netflix, explains why representation is the real power in Hollywood and why young Black women seeing themselves in lead roles is something to rally around and protect. Project Power, with a cast led by Jamie Foxx, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Dominique Fishback, is…

As we kick off the month of September, Netflix has added some more binge-worthy Black content to its platform that is sure to please. Starting Tuesday, Sept. 1, Netflix subscribers will have access to new classic Black TV shows and movies, including the 1993 film Menace II Society, Tim Story’s Barbershop, Tia and Tamera Mowry’s…