The Re-emergence of Black Television and Why Shows that Allow Us to Tell Diverse Stories Are So Important

In the early 80's through the early 2000's, black representation was rampant across numerous entertainment broadcasting networks. Raw and organic black living was portrayed to millions of Americans, regardless of race. No matter what you faced at work during the day, you were able to go home, cut on the TV, and get some good…

ByEndíaJune 23, 20220Comments

Television

Issa Rae Drops Trailer for New Series “Rap Sh!t”

A bad bitch renaissance is coming! HBO Max dropped the trailer for Issa Rae's upcoming series "Rap Sh!t" on Monday, and judging from the "Insecure" creator's history, it is sure to be one of the top shows of the summer. The series follows two estranged high school friends from Miami Shawna (Aida Osman) and …

ByKiara ManningJune 13, 20220Comments

Entertainment Television

Spoiler Alert: All that Went Down in Bridgerton Season 2

The long-awaited second season of the hit Netflix series Bridgerton is back. Returning with new cast members, love interests, and more drama; season two of Bridgerton did not disappoint. Here's a rundown of all the drama that went down in season two. This article contains spoilers from season two of Bridgerton. Anthony Bridgerton The main…

ByEvaline GachiiApril 1, 20220Comments

Fashion

90s Fashion Meets Today’s Trendiest Looks In Bel-Air Reboot Series

Bel-Air, the reboot of the classic show The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, has sparked a lot of discussion around the incredible fashion that is not only a representation of the original 90s style but also has a new flare, reflecting the current fashion trends. Coco Jones - Hilary Banks Hilary Banks had a sophisticated…

ByKirsten FordMarch 14, 20220Comments

Entertainment Television

TV Show Reboots Airing In 2022

2022 is proving to be the year of reboots and revivals with every streaming service launching their own reboot of fan-favorite tv shows. From HBOMax rebooting the iconic Sex and the City with its revival series And Just Like That to the OG Gossip Girl, getting a second run. Overall, it doesn't seem like reboots…

ByEvaline GachiiFebruary 8, 20220Comments

Entertainment Television

Quinta Brunson’s Abbott Elementary Is A Hit

Abbott Elementary is a mockumentary office sitcom, revolving around the passionate teachers working at the underfunded Abbott Elementary. Philadelphia native, comedian, writer, and actress, Quinta Brunson created and produces the series. Quinta is known for her early meme days on the internet, staring in Buzzfeed sketches, and her role on the HBOMax series “A Black…

ByEvaline GachiiFebruary 8, 20220Comments

Entertainment Television

Gossip Girl Reboot: Season 1 Recap

Almost a decade after the original Gossip Girl (2007) went off the air, fans were finally given the revival they'd been waiting for. Gossip Girl (2021) is a reboot of the original series, this time following a new generation of Upper East Side private school teens, facing off against a new Gossip Girl. The big…

ByEvaline GachiiDecember 15, 20210Comments

Entertainment Movies Television

5 Breakout Black Actresses

In Hollywood, it's easy for Black actresses to be overlooked compared to their counterparts. Black actresses don't receive the same amount of acting opportunities as white actors/actresses or Black actors. When given acting roles, Black actresses are subjected to either upholding stereotypes associated with Black women, or being used as a secondary character to assist…

ByEvaline GachiiDecember 11, 20210Comments

Entertainment Television

Mary J Blige To Star In New Netflix series “The Umbrella Academy”

After Mary J. Blige’s Oscar-nominated performance in Netflix’s Mudbound, the world-renowned singer will be starring in another Netflix production. The singer will star in the Netflix series The Umbrella Academy which is supposed to be executive produced by Steve Blackman. The series is about a dysfunctional superhero family that forms the collective, Umbrella Academy. The family works together…

ByKrystal WilliamsFebruary 27, 20180Comments

Entertainment Television

A ‘Joanne the Scammer’ TV Show is in the Works and Its Heading to NETFLIX!

Joining Janet Mock’s Never Before podcast, Joanne the Scammer, whose real name is Branden Miller, revealed that there is a television show being developed about his character. The social media star will be coming to the streaming service, Netflix, with a show developed by Miller, comedian Joe Mande and entertainment company Super Deluxe. "I can’t even speak that far ahead…

BySheri-kae McLeodOctober 12, 20170Comments

Entertainment Television

Anna Wintour Has a New TV Series Coming to Bravo

Anna Wintour is coming to the small screen! The British-American journalist and Editor-in-Chief of Vogue has another fictional portrayal in a new television series. Reports are that Bravo is working on a scripted series based on “the friendship and rivalry” between the Vogue editor-in-chief and Vanity Fair‘s Tina Brown. Entitled All That Glitters, the show will tell…

BySheri-kae McLeodMay 19, 20171Comment