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The City of Brownsville, Tennessee, is planning to honor its hometown hero, Tina Turner, with a monument at Heritage Park. Turner, known as the “Queen of Rock’n Roll,” was born in Brownsville in 1939. The statue will be placed across the street from her old high school, near the Delta Heritage Center and Tina Turner […]

Beyoncé is once again paying homage to her roots in a big way, this time she’s honoring the craft that helped her mother pave her way–cosmetology. Through her Cécred x BeyGOOD Student Scholarships initiative, Beyoncé will contribute $500,000 to five Black hair and beauty schools, including the Franklin Institute. The owner of the Franklin Institute, […]

Faith Ringgold, the artist and activist whose work on Black life and Black women captivated audiences, passed away at her home in New Jersey over the weekend. Ms. Ringgold was 93 years old.

Singer-songwriter Antoine Dunn gave us the most inspiring story of meeting a celebrity, and of course it involved soul king Stevie Wonder. The post MFT: Antoine Dunn’s First Time Meeting A Celebrity? Stevie Wonder! appeared first on Black America Web.

The Bayou Barbie is that girl at the WNBA draft - and we are #TeamAngel all the way.

In memory of late hip-hop legend Rico Wade, Ryan Cameron took a minute to reflect on just how much this loss has meant to Atlanta. The post RC Uncensored: Ryan Cameron Remembers Rico Wade appeared first on Black America Web.

50 Cent and his G-Unit Film and Television Company are headed to Shreveport, Louisiana with the launch of G-Unit Studios. Read more inside.

From Tyler, the Creator's performance, Kesha calling out Diddy and a No Doubt reunion, check out our favorite Coachella weekend one moments. 

Janet Jackson, the iconic and multi-talented entertainer, recently sat down for an exclusive interview where she shared exciting updates about her upcoming tour, plans for a documentary sequel, and reflections on her illustrious career and family life. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The interview […]

Nelly Announces 2024 Return Of Apple Bottoms: ‘Don’t Call It A Comeback’ Nelly has announced the return of Apple Bottoms in 2024, sharing sketches of upcoming looks on Instagram. The brand, founded in 2003, is coming back with new designs. Nelly captioned the Instagram post, “2024 DON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK..!! [two bicep flexing emojis] […]