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We often mourn the deaths of celebrities we love as if they’re our own loved ones. But the collective mourning is always more pronounced when dealing with the death of a larger-than-life figure who earned the mantle of “legend.” Read more…
All the Black Legends We Lost in 2024 Read More »
Denzel Washington is considered one of the greatest actors of all time. Many of his films are thought of as classics. However, like many big movie stars, he has a few forgettable titles on his resume. In his typical honest style, the Oscar winner didn’t hold back in describing some of these projects. Read more…
Which Of Denzel Washington’s ‘90s Movies Is He Calling ‘Clunkers?’ Read More »
Halle Berry, one of our 2024 Root 100 honorees, has always been a looker. So it should come as no surprise when she turns heads at events. But a recent appearance has gotten a whole lot of people talking this week—and for a good reason. Read more…
The Real Story Behind the Return of Halle Berry’s ‘Best Oscar Dress of All Times’ Read More »
Gabby Thomas and Jordan Chiles may be a decorated Olympic athletes, but now they can add yet another coveted feat to their names: Sports Illustrated models. – Shanelle Genai Read More Read more…
We’re not going to lie, 2024 has been a lot. But while we have a lot to reflect on, we also have plenty to celebrate. Black people broke records and barriers in sports, entertainment, politics and more, and as we get ready to close the books on 2024, there’s no time like the present to
2024’s Most Important Black Images of the Year Read More »
Very few people in the entertainment world can match resumes with Whoopi Goldberg. Her career stretches across comedy, genre, films, TV, stage, stand up and talk shows. She has quite literally done it all. It’s no surprise to find her on the 2024 Root 100. Read more…
The Root 100: Everything You Didn’t Know About Whoopi Goldberg Read More »
This has been a banner year for Black Excellence. Whether it’s politics, entertainment, science, or business, Black folks have dominated the culture. We’re celebrating all that we’ve achieved this year with the 2024 Root 100. There is no shortage of legends, pioneers, influencers and rising political stars to honor… Read more…
The Most Influential African Americans of 2024: The Root 100 Read More »
As shocking as it may be, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, Donald Trump was reelected as President of the United States. Read more…
Black Celebs React to Trump’s Return to the White House Read More »
You cannot write the history of Black music and entertainment without Quincy Jones. During his 70 year artistic career as a musician, producer and composer, his impact has been felt throughout our culture. According to a statement from his family, Jones died Sunday night at the age of 91, at his home in Bel Air,
Black Celebs React to Quincy Jones’ Passing Read More »
The music industry is in mourning following the death of songwriting titan, Quincy Delight Jones Jr., Sunday (Oct. 3) night. He was 91. Read more…
To Quincy Jones, Black American Music Will Forever Owe a Debt Read More »
