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Jackée Harry warmed the hearts of fans everywhere with her portrayal of the quick-witted fashionista Lisa Landry on Jackée Harry, but the famed actress has revealed that role almost did not happen. During an interview with “Entertainment Tonight” on Sunday, Dec. 13, Harry revealed there were certain requirements she did not want to fulfill in…

Rolling out caught up with one of our favorite TV hosts, Nate Burleson, from “The NFL Today” on CBS and “Good Morning Football” on the NFL Network, to ask him a few questions in quick-play fashion. You played professional football for 11 years. What was it like transitioning into a career in television? When playing…

While the coronavirus pandemic was tragically beginning to strike the country, director and film producer Ava DuVernay held true to form, premiering her new series “Cherish the Day” on OWN Network. The first season of the heartfelt anthology captured the story of two star-crossed lovers, Gently and Evan, while navigating through their complex relationship in…

There are few things the average man takes as much pride in as his woman and his car. Hoping to connect with car lovers everywhere, Vice TV is tapping in on the underground culture called, “donk racing,” where men take more pride in their candy-painted rides and outrageous rims than one would think is imaginable.…

Sandra Oh has landed her third straight Emmy Awards nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a drama series. The “Killing Eve” star made history in 2018 when she became the first woman of Asian descent to be recognized in a lead actress category at the annual awards ceremony, and after bagging a second nomination in…

Gayle King explains how she’s dealing with being single during the quarantine. The 65-year-old television personality doesn’t have a partner, and while her single status has “never bothered” her before, she’s finding it tough during the current health crisis as self-isolating in her home means she doesn’t have anyone to talk to. Speaking to “Entertainment…

As a self-confessed free spirit to whom authenticity is paramount in her way of living, Bre-Z isn’t terribly keen about celebrity. Provided that the gripping performances she’s turned in as a regular on the heralded nighttime television show “Empire,” fame is however, her reality. Be that as it may, it doesn’t impact her day-to-day. Not…

As seen on “Love and Hip-Hop: Atlanta,” rap artist and television personality Scrapp DeLeon is known as the ladies man who always finds a way inside a love triangle. Now that he’s out of prison and back at home, however, viewers get to see a glimpse of how he’s become a changed man — in…

Wendy Williams has launched a hotline to help people suffering from substance abuse. The 54-year-old television host announced on Monday, March 3, 2019, that her family’s Hunter Foundation has partnered with T.R.U.S.T. — an organization dedicated to building a bridge from treatment to long-term recovery — to launch a national hotline to provide resources to those suffering from…

R&B singer Mario is setting the record straight about his relationship with Tinashe. The “Let Me Love You” hitmaker and the 25-year-old singer were spotted on what appeared to be a dinner date at Craig’s in West Hollywood recently. The 32-year-old hunk has insisted they are just friends, saying he and Tinashe “have a vibe” — but they…

Baltimore filmmaker Dennis Williams broke into the industry by working in creative marketing and content for various digital media brands. Williams has come face-to-face with adversity, overcoming homelessness and moving to New York. It wasn’t until last year when Williams released his award-winning short film, Note to Self, that things began to turn around. His films…

Michael James Shaw is a recognizable face in film and television. With roles in “Roots” (History Channel, 2016), “Blue Bloods” (CBS, 2017), the actor has the skill set for any role. During our interview, he touched on his acting skills, television versus film, and Marvel’s new film Avengers: Infinity War. Talk about your first major…

It’s impossible to put Nick Cannon in a box. The TV and music executive, father, actor and musician has created a lane for himself in entertainment over the past 20 years. From starting at Nickelodeon to present-day ventures such as Ncredible Entertainment and MTV’s “Wild ‘n Out,” to now even being an undergraduate student at Howard University, Cannon…

Kyra Robinson is an agent of change in television. She’s an NAACP-nominated TV producer who got her start in Chicago. Through her relentless work ethic, she landed opportunities which led to her current role as a TV producer for OWN’s “Iyanla: Fix My Life.” Her story is just as inspiring as the work she does…

Michael Greene isn’t new to lights, cameras, and someone yelling action. Read on to find out how Greene joined FOX‘s fun dating show “Love Connection,” and what he’s planning on doing next with his career. How did you hear about “Love Connection”? I had a Facebook page a while ago where I had a lot…

Bet has announced a new late-night show, “The Rundown with Robin Thede,” set to air this fall. The 30-minute show will be produced by comedian Chris Rock and hosted by writer Robin Thede. Each episode will feature her take on the week’s headlines in pop culture and politics as well as social commentary,…

Steve Harvey proves himself to be the hardest-working man in the business, as he’s landed a new talk show, “Steve.” The show, set to premiere in September, is under NBC/Universal and will film in Los Angeles, unlike his current talk show, “Steve Harvey,” which films in Chicago and is ending it’s fifth season. Alongside this…

Members of the Writers Guild of America voted on Monday to authorize a strike one week before their union contract is set to expire. Though this doesn’t mean the strike will happen, it does mean that the WGA can order its entire membership to stop working on television and movie sets if negotiations don’t result…

Blue Kimble stopped by rolling out studios this week to discuss his upcoming scripted television movie and series, “Media.” The drama series will kick off with a movie Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. EST on TV One. Kimble shared his excitement about working on the series, which loosely details the life of media mogul Cathy…

Savannah College of Art and Design’s (SCAD) 5th annual aTVfest continued its three-day celebration of television and media productions with stars, screenings and workshops. Among the honorees recognized for their dynamic performances on the small screen were the fresh faces of Fox’s new prime-time musical drama, “Star,” created by directors Lee Daniels and Tom Donaghy. “We are…