The Steven Beck is a certified personal trainer, author, and actor dedicated to transforming lives through health and wellness. Initially pursuing a music career, Beck found his true passion in fitness, helping others achieve their goals through his unique training approach. He recently launched his book, Mind Muscle Movement: A Guided Wellness Journey, to help…
Detroit Mayoral Candidate Mary Sheffield Has A Bold Vision For The City’s Future
Mary Sheffield, the current President of Detroit’s City Council, has already made history as the youngest person ever elected to the council and its first female president. Now, she is setting her sights on another historic milestone—becoming Detroit’s first Black female mayor. Sheffield’s campaign is centered on inclusive economic growth, housing reform, and ensuring that…
Aunjunue Ellis-Taylor, Keke Palmer, Marla Gibbs, Aaron Pierre amongst Hollywood Elites Honored at ABFF Honors
The 2025 ABFF Honors was a night of prestige, celebration, and cultural impact, bringing together some of Hollywood’s most influential Black creatives. Held on February 17 at the luxurious SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, the ceremony honored legendary performers and rising stars who have shaped the industry with their talent, resilience, and commitment to…
Black Excellence Was On Full Display At The 2025 ABFF Honors Awards Celebration
The 2025 ABFF Honors took center stage on Monday, February 17, at the luxurious SLS in Beverly Hills, bringing together Hollywood’s finest to celebrate Black excellence in film and television. Hosted by actress and comedian Zainab Johnson, the prestigious event honored industry trailblazers whose work has shaped the cultural landscape. This year’s honorees represented a…
Aaron Pierre – ‘That’s Mufasa’ – On Receiving The ‘Rising Star Award’ at ABFF Honors And His Brotherhood with Kelvin Harrison, Jr.
The 2025 ABFF Honors brought together Hollywood’s brightest stars to celebrate Black excellence in film and television, and one of the most talked-about moments of the evening was Aaron Pierre accepting the prestigious Rising Star Award. Best known for his upcoming role as Mufasa in Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, Pierre’s meteoric rise to fame…
Ariel Fitz-Patrick On Performing During The ASGC, And Balancing Faith, Music and Viral Content Creation
Ariel Fitz-Patrick, a Motown Gospel recording artist, songwriter, and viral content creator, has captivated millions with her unique approach to faith-based storytelling. As a Montreal, Canada, native, Fitz-Patrick seamlessly blends gospel music and engaging social media content, bringing biblical narratives to life in a way that resonates with today’s audiences. With over three million followers…
MAJOR. talks NAACP Image Award Nomination for ‘I Prayed For You’ And Performing At The ASGC (Video)
Grammy and Soul Train-nominated artist MAJOR. has earned widespread recognition for his soul-stirring music and dynamic performances. A nine-time NAACP Image Award nominee, MAJOR. continues to make a lasting impact in both the music and entertainment industries. His latest song, I Prayed for You, has garnered a 2025 NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Gospel/Christian…
DEI at an Inflection Point: Why Corporations Must Choose Courage Over Conformity (Op-Ed)
~ Story contributed by Francesca Weems, Multicultural, DE&I and Exec Comms Leader, Media Strategist (Former Journo), Motivational Speaker The news cycle has been relentless: companies rolling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, executive orders targeting these efforts, and growing resistance to equity-focused work. As these challenges mount, one thing becomes clear: DEI isn’t just…
‘Memes & Nightmares’ Will Premiere Exclusively on Hulu on 2/20 (Trailer)
SYNOPSIS: Memes & Nightmares is a hilarious and insightful satirical film that dives into the vibrant world of NBA Twitter. Guided by the witty and iconic social-media personality Josiah Johnson (aka King Josiah) and his equally hilarious co-star Jamel Johnson (no relation!), the film weaves a dark, satirical buddy-cop mystery as “the Brothers Johnson” unravel the…
‘Godfather of Harlem’ is Back for Season 4; Heartthrob Rome Flynn to play Frank Lucas (Official Trailer)
MGM+ original series Godfather of Harlem returns April 13 with an action-packed season 4 teaser, starring Academy® Award-Winner Forest Whitaker. Season 4 also introduces daytime EMMY® Award-Winner Rome Flynn as Frank Lucas, with Music by Grammy Award-Winner Swizz Beatz. Season 4 Synopsis In Season 4 of Godfather of Harlem, Bumpy Johnson (Forest Whitaker) continues his bloody war for…