‘The Thanksgiving Text’ will be helmed by the same producers behind the film, ‘The Hate You Give’ The real-life story of an Arizona teen who was accidentally invited to Thanksgiving dinner by a stranger and has returned each year since is a heartwarming tale in these divisive times. It’s become so inspirational that it’s being…
Source: SOPA Images / Getty Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that he plans to restart the state’s civilian defense force, a temporary entity formed during World War II. The state has survived over 70 years without such a force raising concerns about DeSantis’ motivations. Columnist Jamelle Bouie suggested there’s a thin line between…
Rothwell recalled the last days of shooting season 5 as ‘highly emotional.’ From The White Lotus to the final season of Insecure, Natasha Rothwell is having a busy year. In the latest episode of Acting Up, the actress, writer, and director opened up to theGrio‘s Cortney Wills about Insecure, representation and what’s next for her…
The Grammy-winning rapper will also be a founder member of Playboy’s new social content platform, “CENTERFOLD.” Cardi B continues to make new moves in her career, expanding outside of reality television and music. The latest comes in her being established the first-ever creative director in residence for Playboy. Playboy announced in a press release: “Cardi…
LeBron James has had a very interesting 2021. After a lackluster preseason, LeBron caught all the barbs from the media. His leadership as a super team-convening agent has been the fodder for talking heads and butt-hurt fans alike. Something is REAL going on — LeBron James (@KingJames) December 1, 2021 King Of Issues With his injuries,…
After sharing her vegan recipes online, TikTok star, actress and vegan influencer Tabitha Brown has gained mega success in the last four years. It led to partnerships with Whole Foods, Target, an all-purpose seasoning line that sold out of 100,000 units in 39 minutes of its release this year, and her dream acting gig on…
Crump has been responsible for securing tens of millions of dollars in damages for Black victims of racial and police violence. Attorney Benjamin Crump, who has been responsible for securing tens of millions of dollars in damages for Black victims of racial and police violence, will be honored with a center named for him at…
“The Memory Librarian and other stories of Dirty Computer” will drop in April. Janelle Monáe‘s music has always been at the forefront of Afrofuturistic storytelling. Now, the eight-time Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter is taking her stories to the page with a science fiction anthology book based on her album, Dirty Computer. Monáe revealed the news on her…
This Saturday, the channel kicks off free streaming for a doubleheader match-up between Howard University and Hofstra University. As America’s historically Black colleges and universities continue to carve out their niches as powerhouses in educational and sports programs, one digital platform is making sure that their games will get the airtime they deserve. Media mogul…
Prime Video’s highly anticipated series “Harlem” premieres this weekend, as well as numerous holiday specials. With the holidays officially underway, it can be hard to find the perfect program to watch over the weekend. This week, theGrio has you covered with some exciting films, specials, and more to curl up and watch this weekend. (Photo…
