From 2002 to 2004, Idris Elba portrayed drug boss Russell “Stringer” Bell in HBO’s critically acclaimed crime drama “The Wire,” in what’s arguably considered his best-known role, before his character is murdered by Brother Mouzone and Omar, played by Michael Potts and the late Michael K. Williams. While reflecting on the show’s 20th anniversary, creator…
Jayland Walker was shot dozens of times after he allegedly fled a traffic stop At least eight Akron police officers have been put on leave after firing more than 90 shots at an unarmed Black motorist on Monday. Police say Jayland Walker, 25, was fatally shot in the early hours after he fled a traffic…
Griner, who declined to enter a plea. At an earlier hearing, her detention was extended to Dec. 20. MOSCOW (AP) — American basketball star Brittney Griner went on trial Friday, 4 1/2 months after her arrest on charges of possessing cannabis oil while returning to play for a Russian team, in a case that has…
Biden’s honors list includes living and deceased recipients from the worlds of Hollywood, sports, politics, the military, academia, and civil rights and social justice advocacy. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will present the nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to 17 people, including actor Denzel Washington, gymnast Simone Biles and the late John McCain, the Arizona…
OPINION: The 22-year-old track star failed to exhibit growth or maturity after last weekend’s disappointing performance at the U.S. track and field championships. Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Sometimes we forget that international track star Sha’Carri Richardson is otherwise just another Black…
Biden virtual meeting with Democratic governors abortion access Source: Tasos Katopodis / Getty A week after the conservative majority on the Supreme Court overturned federal protections for abortion access, President Biden gathered a group of Democratic governors to talk strategy. In his opening remarks, Biden said he would use the federal government’s full power…
Diddy appears to be following the better-late-than-never motto when he decided to thank Yung Miami for the “Go Papi!” sign she held as the mogul accepted BET’s Lifetime Achievement Award. During the event, which took place on June 26 at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, California, Diddy failed to acknowledge Yung Miami as he showed appreciation to everyone, including…
Rapper Jim Jones made headlines in 2019 after declaring that being a rapper is more dangerous than being a soldier. Over the years, the Dipset co-founder has stood by his statement, often appearing in interviews to discuss the source behind his perspective. Whether critics agree with the “We Fly High” emcee or not, the recent…
Antwan “Big Boi” Patton is legally a single man. The OutKast star’s divorce from his wife Sherlita Patton has been finalized, ending their 20-year union. Big Boi and Sherlita married in 2002, and share two children: a 27-year-old daughter named Jordan Patton and a 21-year-old son named Cross Patton. Big Boi and his wife Sherlita…
Don’t get caught in the tourist traps set for Essence Fest. Skip the French Quarter. Stay off St. Charles Avenue. Find the food that makes you not want to floss, so you can keep that taste in your mouth. Just kidding—please floss. The following opinions are of a writer who makes good food, eats good…
