Jussie Smollett apologizes to the 'Empire' cast and crew but insists that he's innocent
Jussie Smollett apologized to the cast and crew of "Empire" on Thursday night for any embarrassment the recent allegations may have caused, but he maintained that he was innocent, a person at the meeting told CNN.
Text messages and rideshares helped police uncover evidence in the Jussie Smollett case
The sequence of events reads like the plot of a television show: A man stages his own attack and rehearses it beforehand, making sure there's a surveillance camera nearby to record it.
5 things to know for February 22: Jussie Smollett, NC election, Vatican, Venezuela
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Don Cheadle made a powerful statement with his wardrobe choice on 'SNL'
Without saying a word, Don Cheadle used his platform between comedic skits on "Saturday Night Live" to make a statement on behalf of transgender youth.
Jussie Smollett's career awaits outcome of his case
When Jussie Smollett released his debut album "Sum of My Music" last year, he was riding high.
Michael B. Jordan makes us all look lazy
It's late November and Michael B. Jordan is preparing to head overseas. He leaves on Thanksgiving for an international leg of press for his film "Creed II." His travels were going to take him to places like London and Africa. …
As Jussie Smollett story takes a turn, reaction shifts to wait and see
After Jussie Smollett reported being attacked in Chicago, his colleagues, politicians and many observers on social media were quick to condemn the incident and express support for Smollett.
Surprise! Miranda Lambert got married
Miranda Lambert is no longer single. The country star announced on her Instagram account this weekend that she recently got hitched.
Grand jury seated in wake of new R. Kelly allegations, sources say
A grand jury has been convened in Cook County, Illinois, in connection with new allegations against singer R. Kelly, according to two sources close to the case.
Black America’s ‘Bleaching Syndrome’
For black Americans, skin color is a complex topic. Whenever a black celebrity lightens his or her skin – whether it’s pop star Michael Jackson, retired baseball player Sammy Sosa or rapper Nicki Minaj – they’re usually greeted with widespread …
Wisconsin Senate Refuses to Honor Colin Kaepernick
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Senate refused to mention NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick in a resolution honoring Black History Month passed Wednesday, rejecting calls from Democrats who said ignoring the Milwaukee native put them on the wrong side of history.
Rita Moreno: Legacy of a Hollywood Pioneer and Humanitarian
Multi-award-winning actress, singer and dancer, Rita Moreno, blazed an iconic trail as the first mainstream Hispanic actress to grace Hollywood when she exploded onto the big screen as Anita in 1961’s classic film, West Side Story.
Def Jam Lights Up GrammyWeek with Star-Studded Affair at Catch LA
The Def Jam Recordings pre-Grammy celebration at CATCH LA in West Hollywood, was the place to be on Friday night, as lines stretched around the block outside the exclusive event. Sponsored by Courvoisier, PUMA, Klasse14, TikTok, Heineken and CORE Water …
Bill Cosby's spokesman says the comedian thinks prison is an 'amazing experience'
Despite the circumstances, Bill Cosby said his time in prison is an "amazing experience," his press spokesman Andrew Wyatt said in a TV interview.
'Coming to America' sequel set for 2020 release
Get ready because Eddie Murphy is coming to America, again! Paramount confirmed Monday that the actor will star in a sequel to "Coming to America," set to hit theaters next year.
