She is the Blueprint: A Candid Look at Amiyah Scott’s Iconic Life in Ballroom

"We are here; we've always been here, and we'll always be here; we exist." Amiyah Scott, also known as King Amiyah on Instagram, made this impactful remark as she accepted the prestigious Rising Star Award at the GLAAD Awards in 2018. Amiyah Scott, a 36-year-old transgender woman of color from New Orleans, has been an…

ByNamhla LebonaJune 13, 20240Comments

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11 Brilliant Women Behind the Screens of Your Favorite TV Shows

Black women constantly face racial and gender disparity in the entertainment industry. They have worked to pave their way in entertainment as aspiring future creators, writers, and producers. Without these women, we wouldn't have notable television shows and films. Here are 11 women behind the screens of your favorite TV shows. Quinta Brunson Comedian…

ByEvaline GachiiMay 10, 20220Comments

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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…

ByEvaline GachiiMarch 16, 20222Comments

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What We Want to See in The Power Prequel ?

The gritty crime drama, Power is getting a prequel series that will be heavily influenced by the 1980s. In a recent Instagram post, Power creator, 50 Cent, teased a Prequel. https://www.instagram.com/p/BpnAt-0go7q/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Power premiered on Starz 4 years ago and quickly became everyone's Sunday night binge. The captivating characters, drug money, and violence were key attributes that made the show a favorite among…

ByEndíaNovember 2, 20180Comments

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‘Power’ Season 5 Will Premiere July 1 on Starz

Get excited! 50 Cent's smash hit show Power will return to television for its fifth season on July 1 at 9 p.m. ET. on Starz. The network also announced that the TV show will also be renewed for a sixth season on Starz. Power is a New York-based crime drama from Courtney A. Kemp, who executive produces…

BySheri-kae McLeodMarch 24, 20180Comments

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Starz Lands “Black Samurai” Series Starring Common and Produced by RZA

Starz announced that the development of “Black Samurai ” series is on its way. "We cannot wait for the world to meet Robert Sand -- part Jason Bourne, part James Bond, and 100 percent the hero we need today. Black Samurai promises to be an action-packed ride and with the Bruckheimer team, Common, RZA and Andre…

ByKaidian GordonAugust 29, 20170Comments

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Mariah Carey’s Rise to Fame Is Being Developed as a Series for Starz

Mimi is coming back to a television near you! Mariah Carey is executive producing a scripted drama on Starz about her rise to stardom. Nina Colman will be writing the series. The drama will chronicle the rise of a biracial 16-year-old in 1986 New York City aspiring to be a singer-songwriter. The teenager dreams to be…

ByNour SeleemJuly 19, 20171Comment

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Larenz Tate and Charlie Murphy Join ‘Power’ Season 4

Power is expanding it's cast for Season to include some famous names. Charlie Murphy and Larenz Tate will be joining the cast this season. Charlie is joining the cast as a correctional officer Marshal Williams, for season 4. The Comedian’s character will interact closely with Ghost (Omari Hardwick) who’s currently behind bars. As for Larenz Tate, the 'Love Jones' superstar will…

BySheri-kae McLeodFebruary 14, 20170Comments