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Unveiling the ‘Rap Sh!t’ Stars: 10 Things to Know About Issa Rae’s Leading Duo

After Issa Rae's hit show "Insecure" ended after five seasons in December 2021, fans wondered what was next for the multi-hyphenate. In 2022, Issa Rae furthered her creativity and premiered a new show, "Rap Sh!t." The HBO Max series follows two former friends, Mia (KaMillion) and Shawna (Aida Osman), on their journey to rap stardom.  In September…
December 29, 20230Comments

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Issa Rae Introduces Viarae Prosecco, Her Exciting New Wine Brand!

Wine 'o' clock, anyone? Issa Rae's go-to "Insecure" drink — Prosecco topped off with vodka or whiskey — has set the foundation for her debut into the wine industry. It's time to get acquainted with Rae's Prosecco, Viarae. The sparkling wine, which has been consistently sold out since its October 2023 launch, was developed in partnership with E. &…
December 13, 20230Comments

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Representation Matters: How Black Women in Sitcoms Shaped the Industry

Friendships between Black women are an important aspect of the Black community. From healthy to toxic friendships, Black female friendships showcase our complexity. Friends fight but at the end of the day, they still love each other. This is an important message highlighted in Black female-centered television shows like Girlfriends and Insecure. 1990’s Black female…
March 16, 20222Comments

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2017 was the Year for African-American TV Shows Reemerge Into Society

African-American TV shows have come to the forefront again with programs such as "Insecure" and "Black-ish." Both shows highlight issues within the African-American society and are two of the few shows on television that feature black ensemble casts. African-American sitcoms hit a huge surge in the 70s with shows such as "The Jeffersons" and "Good Times." This…
December 29, 20170Comments

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Melina Matsoukas, Director of Insecure, will Direct “A Brief History of Seven Killings” for Amazon

Melina Matsoukas, best known as the go-to director for Beyoncé, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and Issa Rae’s Insecure, will helm Amazon Studios’ 'A Brief History of Seven Killings', based on the Marlon James novel. According to The Hollywood Reporter, James will adapt his own work, with Jill Soloway, Andrea Sperling, Eric Roth, and Malcolm Spellman signed on…
October 2, 20170Comments

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Yara Shahidi, Issa Rae Among Honorees at BET’s Black Girls Rock

Taraji P. Henson has been tapped to host BET’s 2017 Black Girls Rock Awards honoring “Insecure” creator, writer and star Issa Rae, “Black-ish” star Yara Shahidi and others. Rae is set to receive the Star Power Award, while actress/activist Shahidi will take home the Young Gifted and Black honor. Other honorees include singer Roberta Flack (Living…
July 26, 20170Comments

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Issa Rae Lands Her First Movie Role in ‘Empress of Serenity’?

“Insecure” co-creator and star Issa Rae  has landed her first big movie gig. It is reported that Rae will star opposite former Saturday Night Live, Bill Hadar in Jesse Andrews’ directorial début “Empress of Serenity.” Rae and Hader play passengers on a weeks-long “megacruise” — Hader’s character is trying to win back his ex-wife and mend his relationship with his…
March 30, 20170Comments

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