Kerry Washing spilled the tea that save the last dance changed her life.   Via LoveBScott “OH EM GEE!!!!! Save the Last Dance turns 20 years old today ?????!” she wrote in the caption. “Playing Chenille changed my life.” “I read that script and I felt like I KNEW her,” the actress continued. “At the time, I also knew the […]

The Essence Festival is back, bigger and better than ever to celebrate the annual music and culture fest’s 25th anniversary. The three-night concert series at the Superdome will feature Missy Elliott, Mary J. Blige,  Nas, H.E.R., Anthony Hamilton, Doug E. Fresh, Frankie Beverly, Jermaine Dupri, MC Lyte, Morris Day, Pharrell Williams, Ronnie, Bobby Rick & Mike, Sheila E, Teddy Riley, Teyana Taylor and Timbaland. Other acts on the bill include Big Daddy Kane, Biz Markie, City Girls, Ginuwine and Jacquees. […]

Well that didn’t take long. DMX announced that he’ll be hitting the road just a week and a half after being released from prison. X’s next tour will celebrate the 20th anniversary of his debut album, It’s Dark and Hell is Hot. The 32-date run will kick off March 8th in Oklahoma City, before making stops in […]

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the late, great Prince‘s death. Fans are still mourning the singer’s untimely passing but his electric life is continuing to be celebrated. After his death, everyone and their Prince-loving mama paid tribute to the star in their own special way. Some honored his legacy in a way that reflected […]

Today marks the 14th anniversary of the death of angelic songstress Aaliyah Haughton. On this day in 2001, fans all over the world mourned the…

Today marks the two-year anniversary of the death of 12-year-old Tamir Rice, who was fatally shot by a White Cleveland police officer while playing with a toy gun.

Tupac‘s estate has dealt with many people attempting to sell personal things of the rapper’s, and now the team is threatening to sue again. According to reports, Shakur’s estate plans to block the sale of his handwritten lyrics to “Catchin’ Feelings.” His team claims to have sold tons of Pac’s personal property, but says they are […]

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