‘Sistas’ Dropped 2 of Its Major Characters, Karen and Sabrina Ahead of Its 10th Season
The characters had been on 'Sistas' since its first episode.
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‘Power’ Star Naturi Naughton Was Supposed To Be a Cheetah Girl — Here’s Why She’s Not
The ex-3LW singer was slated to star in the Disney Channel film alongside Raven-Symoné and Adrienne Bailon-Houghton.
Jason Collins Detailed the “Weird Symptoms” That Led to His Stage 4 Glioblastoma Diagnosis
The retired NBA player revealed he was diagnosed with "one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer" via a powerful essay.
‘Slave Play’ Playwright Jeremy O. Harris Arrested for Alleged Drug Smuggling in Japan
The Tony-nominated writer was detained in Okinawa, Japan, in November 2025.
Tabitha Brown Addresses the Incessant Backlash From Her Target DEI Rollback Comments
The 'Tab Time' host was nearly canceled by the Black community for her January 2025 comments.
Annie Leibovitz Has Been Called Out for Her Unflattering Photos of Black Women
The famed photographer was slammed online for her photos of Ketanji Brown Jackson, Viola Davis, and Lupita Nyong'o.
The Sole Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor Is Still Seeking Reparations for the Fatal Attack
The historic bloodbath's eldest survivor, Viola Ford Fletcher, died in November 2025 at the age of 111.
Pras Michel Could’ve Been Served With a Life Sentence for His Illegal Donations
The Fugees co-founder was convicted and sentenced to 14 years in prison in November 2025.
Tamar Braxton Is Ready To Make Peace With Her Sisters on ‘The Braxtons’ Season 2 Finale (EXCLUSIVE CLIP)
The exclusive clip obtained by 'Distractify' shows Tamar suggesting she and her sisters have "real conversations, uncomfortable conversations,"
In Case You Didn’t Notice, Black People Don’t Play About Selena — Here’s Why
The Black community has no problem doing "Anything for Selenas."
What Happened to Pam From Total? Unpacking the R&B Singer’s Exit From the Girl Group
The 1/3 of the hit R&B group is living her life differently these days.
Kehlani Drags Fans for Disrespecting Jazmine Sullivan: “She’s Highkey One of Our Mothers”
The "Folded" singer said the 'Heaux Tales' star is "not our peer" in an Instagram Story.
TikTok Influencer Girlalala’s Ex-Boyfriend Is a Prime Suspect in Her Tragic Death
The TikTok creator was just 21 years old at the time of her death.
Tiffany Haddish Reveals “Support” From Her Childhood Friends Keeps Her Grounded (EXCLUSIVE)
"Tiff and I met in freshman year of high school, like, the first day of class."
Queen Latifah Had Her First Child, Rebel, in Her Late 40s: “I’m a Late Bloomer”
The multitalented star and her partner, Eboni Nichols, welcomed their son in 2019.
Tichina Arnold’s Daughter Is on the Cusp of Creating Her Own Sitcom Success
The 'Martin' star's daughter clearly inherited her mom's enormous talent.
Lil Wayne Pulls out of Two Events Amidst Health Struggles — Here Is the Latest Update
In October 2025, the New Orleans rapper canceled two events.
Was Pearline Really Married? ‘Sinners’ Fans Can’t Fathom Her Being an Unapologetic Cheater
"It’s not uncommon for us ladies, even now, to invent a bf or a husband to keep a man at a distance," one fan theorized.
Gilbert Arena Trolls Fans With “Infomant Lunch” Following NBA Gambling Scandals
Find out what to know about Gilbert Arenas's snitching rumors. The former NBA star inserted himself into an October 2025 gambling scandal.
North West’s Fake Face Tattoos and Piercings Prompted Fans To Drag Mom Kim Kardashian
Kim and Ye's eldest child is known for expressing herself through fashion.
FAMU Mourns the Loss of Kahri Wilcot, Who Died 11 Weeks After Her Graduation
The HBCU wrote that the alum's "light and impact will forever remain part of the FAMU legacy."
Why Did Misty Copeland Retire? She Says Her Ballet Reign Is Far From Over
The ballerina said she'll "always be committed to opening doors, creating space, and making ballet a place where everyone belongs."
Marvin Winans’ Net Worth Revealed After He Scoffed at His Church Members’ Donation
The pastor went viral for telling the member he asked the congregation to give "$1,000 plus $1,000."
Blac Chyna Hints at Dating Rob Kardashian Again Years After Their Tumultuous Split
"I know that’s right...he’s a good man Savannah," one fan said of the co-parents possibly getting back together.
Keiarna Denied “Chin-Checking” BFF Angel on ‘RHOP,’ Even Though We All Heard Her Say It
Keiarna introduced Angel into the group during Season 10 of 'The Real Housewives of Potomac.'
Influencer Samyra Stepped Away From Social Media to Thrive Offline (EXCLUSIVE)
Samyra has "way more passions than just the influence."
‘RHOP’ Couple Wendy and Eddie Osefo Arrested for Allegedly Faking Their 2024 Burglary
The Bravo stars faced multiple fraud charges and were each released from jail on a $50,000 bail.
Take a Look at Cam Newton and Jasmin Brown’s Full Relationship Timeline
The 'Funky Friday' host announced in October 2025 that he and the comedian welcomed their second child together.
Angel Reese Has a Lot Going on Outside of the Wnba — Is She Retiring From the League?
The Bayou Barbie could be trading in her AR1s for the catwalk.
Distracted With... Samyra (EXCLUSIVE)
Find out some fun facts about plus-size influencer and TikTok star, Samyra. Samyra went viral multiple times for comments about clothing brands and celebs.
Drake's List of Ex-Girlfriends Is Really, Really Long — Who Is He Dating Now?
Honestly, who hasn't the 'Degrassi' alum dated?
Pooh Shiesty’s Family and Fans Celebrate His Early Prison Release on Social Media
The "Back In Blood" rapper was sentenced to 63 months in prison in April 2022.
Tina and Ike Turner’s Son, Ike Turner Jr., Died at Age 67 — Inside His Cause of Death
Ike Jr. was one of Tina's adopted sons from her and Ike's 16-year marriage.
Edmond’s ‘Love Is Blind’ Tantrum Left Fans Concerned About His Mental Health
Edmond, a realtor, entered the pods with infectious energy, at least to some.
Kim Kardashian Is Coming for Ray J's Net Worth 20 Years After Their Split
His 2007 sex tape with Kim Kardashian has cast a dark cloud on Ray J's career.
Killer Mike Tried to Join the “Let’s Bash Ayesha Curry” Bandwagon, but Steph Wasn’t Having It
"Naaaaa not you Mike." — Steph Curry
Kai Cenat Turned Down $60 Million Early in His Career: “Not All Money Is Good Money”
"There’s gonna be times and opportunities where you’re gonna wanna get money to do certain things that you wouldn’t normally do."
Kordell Beckham Wants to Respect JaNa Craig's Privacy Following Split From Kenny (EXCLUSIVE)
"We're gonna be with our girl. We're gonna ride with our girl no matter what."
Former NFL Star Shaun Alexander’s Enormous Family of 14 Children Endured a Tragic Loss
The Seattle Seahawks champ already had 10 girls and three boys when he announced his 14th baby's arrival.
Assata Shakur, Political Activist and Ex-Black Liberation Army Member, Has Died at 78
Shakur famously spent decades in Cuba after being convicted of killing a New Jersey State trooper in 1973.
Regina Hall’s Relationship History Is a Mystery, and She Prefers It That Way!
The 'Girls Trip' star has been romantically linked to Chadwick Boseman and Sanaa Lathan.
Inside Cardi B and ‘The Read’s’ Crissle West’s Beef Over the Rapper’s Fourth Pregnancy
The 'Am I The Drama?' rapper announced her pregnancy with boyfriend Stefon Diggs' child in September 2025.
Cardi B Reignited Her Beef With JT on ‘Am I the Drama’ — A Look at Their Feud
The outspoken rap divas have said a lot of rude things about one another.
A Black Professor Documents Working at a “Hostile” White University in Louisville
"There's really not any hope for change here, but we gotta survive as long as we can."
YouTube Influencer Tayta Games Died 9 Days Before Her 22nd Birthday — What Happened?
The hilarious influencer's father confirmed that she passed away in September 2025.
Cardi B’s Ethnicity Is Something She Doesn’t Mind Explaining When It Routinely Comes Up
"A lot of people don’t know the difference between nationality, race, ethnicity and that’s not nobody’s fault."
As Fans Await Cardi B’s New Album, They Want To Know About Her Life as a Mom of 4
The Grammy Award-Winning artist announced her fourth pregnancy, and first with boyfriend, Stefon Diggs, in September 2025.
Trey Reed’s Body Was Found Minutes Away From Where Emmett Till’s Lynching Took Place
The Delta State University student was found hanging from a tree on the school's campus in September 2025.
‘Severance’s’ Tramell Tillman’s Parents Had Serious Concerns About Him Becoming an Actor
The actor said one of his parents told him, "I’d never make it and I’d be a waiter for the rest of my life."
Why Did Ego Nwodim Leave 'SNL'? She Left Soon After Being Marked Safe From Casting Shake-up
“The hardest part of a great party is knowing when to say goodnight."