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“Good Morning America” anchor Robin Roberts will be releasing a biopic about legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson. Roberts premiered the trailer for the film, Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia, on “GMA” Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, and announced that the project will air Saturday, April 3, on Lifetime. Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia stars Danielle Brooks and is…

Queen Latifah will star in the reboot of the hit television series “The Equalizer” and CBS has just released a trailer for the show which will debut on Feb. 7 following the Super Bowl. In the new series, Latifah plays an enigmatic former government intelligence professional who comes to the aid of those who are…

Queen Latifah is to star in End of the Road. The 50-year-old actress and musician is to lead the cast and also serve as executive producer of the Netflix thriller, which is being directed by Millicent Shelton. The movie centers on the recently widowed Brenda as she drives her family cross-country to begin a new…

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…

Queen Latifah and Jamie Foxx are to produce a new film about gospel singer Mahalia Jackson. The 50-year-old rapper is attached to work on Mahalia! — in which Jill Scott will play the titular character — with business partner Shakim Compere and Holly Carter also serving as producers. The pair had previously collaborated on a…

Actor T.C. Carson will always be recognized for his unforgettable role as Kyle Barker in the cult classic comedy series “Living Single.” Carson played the arrogant, yet charming money manager for five seasons alongside industry heavyweights Kim Fields, Erika Alexander, Kim Coles, John Henson and Queen Latifah. Fortunately for his fans, Carson has no problem…

Brely Evans has a knack for manifesting her reality. From her singing career to a lucrative real estate career to acting, this “it” girl continues to achieve exactly what she wants. With a personality that brightens up every room she enters, she has experienced some big moments in her life. Hailing from Oakland, California, as…

Regina Hall recently shared her thoughts on a Girls Trip sequel. The 49-year-old actress co-starred in the 2017 movie alongside Queen Latifah, Tiffany Haddish, and Jada Pinkett Smith and she would jump at the change to work on a follow-up but only if it can live up to the hilarious original. Speaking to PEOPLE Now,…

Tiffany Haddish says the Girls Trip stars may reunite for a “different story.” The 40-year-old actress joined forces with Queen Latifah, Regina Hall and Jada Pinkett Smith for the 2017 comedy movie, and she admitted the quartet may collaborate on another film. She said: “We might decide not to even make it Girls Trip. “Maybe…

Issa Rae is developing a Set It Off remake The “Insecure” actress and co-creator is said to be in the early process of a re-imagining of the classic crime thriller, which starred Jada Pinkett Smith, Vivica Fox, Queen Latifah, and Kimberley Elise. According to Variety, Rae “will produce with plans to star” in the movie, while…

Queen Latifah will be playing the role of Ursula the Sea Witch when Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Live” lands on ABC this fall. Set to coincide with The Little Mermaid‘s 30th Anniversary in November, the live adaptation also stars Auli’l Cravalho (Moana) as Ariel and singer Shaggy as Sebastian. With a number of roles to be…

When it comes to performing, for hip-hop artist Rapsody, it’s always ladies first. Rolling out was on hand for a recent performance as the Southern hip-hop artist paid homage to female rap stars of the past by performing “U.N.I.T.Y.,” the 1993 hit by Queen Latifah, as well as Lauryn Hill’s verse on the Fugees 1996…

Queen Latifah is building her résumé as a producer. The 49-year-old actress-and-producer has joined forces with Shakim Compere to produce a new flick via their own Flavor Unit production company along with Gunpowder & Sky’s Van Toffler. She is set to appear in and executive produce the teen comedy Paper Chase. According to Deadline, Latifah said: “Shakim and…

“Empire” actor Jussie Smollett has been charged with filing a false police report after claiming he was the victim of a racist and homophobic attack in January. Although he denied staging the assault, many stars spoke out about the incident. Queen Latifah is among those celebrities who are standing by Smollett. The 48-year-old rapper and actress…

Black Girls Rock! — the annual award show created by Beverly Bond to honor and celebrate extraordinary Black women — will return to BET Sunday, Sept. 9, at 8 p.m. (EST). The event will be hosted by none other than a true queen, Queen Latifah, and viewers can already expect royalty to reign supreme throughout…

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Essence Fest has become the mecca of Black celebration. Black people from all walks of life come to New Orleans to celebrate their culture and bask in all things Black. HBCU booths are featured, Southern and Creole food are in abundance and Black love fills the city. It is a melting pot of talent, creativity…

Saturday, July 7, 2018, Queen Latifah hit the stage at Essence Festival in honor of the 30th anniversary of her debut “Ladies First.” The night was all about celebrating the women of hip-hop, as legends like MC Lyte, Yo-Yo, Salt-N-Pepa, Missy Elliott and Monie Love as well as rapper Remy Ma and R&B singer Brandy performed.

Legendary MC Queen Latifah is mourning the loss of her mother, Rita Owens, who died Wednesday, March 21. Queen Latifah confirmed the news in a statement to People magazine. Her mother succumbed to heart after suffering from the condition for more than a decade. “It is with a heavy heart that I share the news,…

On Thursday, Nov. 30 Ailey’s opening night gala benefit launches five-week holiday engagement at New York City Center. Last night, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s holiday season at New York City Center kicked off with a star-studded Opening Night Gala Benefit performance and party that honored Ailey board president Debra L. Lee (chairman and chief…