Posts Tagged ‘Black Actors’
John Boyega Says His ‘Star Wars’ Debut as the First Black Lead Faced Backlash Because the Franchise Is ‘So White’
Starring in the sci-fi franchise was the role of a lifetime, but the racist responses illustrate how far we have yet to go despite the progress we’ve made.
Read More‘Number One on the Call Sheet’ celebrates Hollywood’s Black A-listers
A new documentary series on Apple+ highlights Black stars and their relationships with the Hollywood scene.
Read MoreUzo Aduba leads a star-studded cast in White House mystery series ‘The Residence’
Producer Shonda Rhimes is at the helms of a new mystery series starring Uzo Aduba as Cordelia Cupp, investigating a death at the white house.
Read MoreThis Day in History: Samuel L. Jackson, Actor, and Producer born
Jackson, who is especially known for his action roles in movies such as Jurassic Park and Die Hard, turns 76 today.
Read MorePower Book II” Actor Michael Rainey Jr. Leads $2.4M Financial Literacy Program
Michaely Jr. has launched a financial literacy program aimed at empowering young people with essential money management skills. The initiative focuses on educating youth about personal finance to help them make informed decisions and build a secure financial future.
Read MoreBlack Nativity by Langston Hughes
BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes returns for its 9th Annual Holiday Musical Production December 5-8, 2024, at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center.
Read MoreAldis Hodge takes on the newest version of detective Alex Cross for TV
Actor Aldis Hodge will play Alex Cross in Amazon Prime’s upcoming series based on James Patterson’s books.
Read More‘Ghostbusters’ Star Ernie Hudson Just Made RSV Vaccines Sexy
The celebrated actor sat down with Word in Black to discuss the importance of the RSC vaccine for Black health.
Read MoreJohn Boyega and Danielle Deadwyler to Star in Otis Redding Biopic ‘Otis & Zelma’
The upcoming film features John Boyega as Otis Redding, the talented singer-songwriter who tragically died young, leaving a family behind.
Read MoreJohn Amos, veteran actor of ‘Roots’ and ‘Good Times’ fame, dies at 84
Amos, who spent fifty years on screen, will be remembered for varied roles over his long career and kind heart.
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