Celebrities are advocating for justice for Breonna Taylor 150 days after she was killed.On Monday, A-list stars including Olivia Wilde, Amy Schumer, Regina King, Jessica Alba and Amanda Seales took to Instagram to show off shirts that read “Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.” Taylor, a 26-year-old Emt, was killed in her Louisville, Kentucky, […]
Continue readingAmanda Seales said she left The Real to protect her “spirit.” The Insecure star stated on Instagram Live that she left the talk show after just six months because she felt she wasn’t being true to herself or the Black community.”I left The Real because it was breaking my spirit… I was being asked to not talk about certain things that felt […]
Continue readingThe 2020 BET Awards drew 3.7 million total viewers across the BET, CBS and BET Her simulcast.More than half of those came from CBS.“For 20 years, the ‘BET Awards’ has stood as the ultimate celebration of Black Culture on television.With all that is happening in 2020, it was crucial now more-than-ever to deliver an unforgettable […]
Continue readingSunday night just got a lot more exciting.After all, it was time for the 2020 BET Awards, a star-studded evening celebrating the very best in entertainment.This year, comedian Amanda Seales took the (virtual) stage as host of the event, which paid tribute to Kobe Bryant and Little Richard and featured performances by Alicia Keys, Chloe x Halle and Megan Thee Stallion among others.Plus, Beyoncé was honored with the Humanitarian Award for her […]
Continue readingLet the 2020 BET Awards begin! On Sunday, host Amanda Seales kicked off the virtual broadcast with a poignant monologue that addressed recent events and called for racial justice.”Now, folks always say, ‘All Amanda ever does is talk about race.’ Well, listen, I would love to talk about regular, everyday things, but racism always beats me to it,” she […]
Continue readingA night to remember.Tonight, Jun.28, marks the 2020 BET Awards and, while the awards show is virtual this year, the line-up is as impressive as ever.Hosted by comedian and actress Amanda Seales, the awards show has teased quite the star-studded event thanks to A-list performers and guests.In fact, prior to tonight’s show, it was confirmed […]
Continue readingThe 2020 BET Awards are honouring the moment — but still ready to celebrate! The virtual awards ceremony kicked off on Sunday with an emotional performance by 12-year-old Keedron Bryant and a powerful rendition of “Fight the Power” before host Amanda Seales delivered a stirring monologue — making references to Breonna Taylor, worldwide protests for […]
Continue readingDoing Aretha Franklin proud.During tonight’s 2020 BET Awards, Jennifer Hudson paid tribute to the late music legend by performing “Young, Gifted and Black.” The song, which was written by Nina Simone and Weldon Irvine and featured on Franklin’s eighteenth studio album in 1972, is one that can still resonate with people today.”This next artist is […]
Continue readingThe 2020 BET Awards, honouring the best in music, movies, TV and more, are happening virtually this year — but the stars are still winning big! Sunday’s awards show is being hosted by comedian and actress Amanda Seales, with performances from stars like Alicia Keys, Chloe X Halle, DaBaby, D Smoke, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, […]
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