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Community, Politicians and Educators In Uproar After Ta-Nehisi Coates, William Styron and Over 400 Other Books Pulled from Texas School District Library

December 10, 2021
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Over 400 books from multiple libraries in a San Antonio school district were pre-emptively pulled off the shelves, after one local politician raised questions about the appropriateness of certain titles. Educators hastened to identify and dispose of books that might violate the recent state law that prohibits the teaching of race, gender, sexuality or anything…

Nicole Ari Parker on ‘And Just Like That…,’ ageism in Hollywood and more

December 10, 2021
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Parker joins ‘And Just Like That’… as Lisa Todd Wexley, a character introduced to the group through Charlotte. In the latest episode of Acting Up, Nicole Ari Parker opens up about her exciting role in HBO Max’s And Just Like That…, ageism in Hollywood and more. In case you haven’t heard, Sex and the City…

‘He Looks Happy’: Fans React To Dr. Dre Seemingly Celebrating His Divorce Being Final

December 10, 2021
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Dr. Dre is living his best life after it was revealed that the 56-year-old is finally a single man. The famed record producer celebrated finalizing his divorce with his friend Breyon Prescott, CEO of Chameleon Entertainment. Prescott shared a photo of Dr. Dre sitting in a chair with open arms and a large smile with…

Keke Palmer on ‘Foodtastic,’ playing Disney characters and her holiday traditions

December 10, 2021
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EXCLUSIVE: “[It’s] very original, from the fact that it’s not your usual food competition show…we are actually bringing something to the forefront that is food art,” Palmer gushed of “Foodtastic” Keke Palmer is celebrating the holidays in a brand new way. The multi-talented artist is the host of the new Disney + food competition series,…

‘I Like Seeing Other People Do Well’: Denzel Washington Speaks on the Joys of Directing Months After Actress Ellen Pompeo’s Comments

December 10, 2021
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Denzel Washington may be hitting his stride as he settles even more into his role of director of various productions. “I like seeing other people do well,” Washington said, when asked about his passion for directing at the premiere of his latest film, “A Journal for Jordan.” Acting you know you do your job but…

Jerrie Johnson on ‘Harlem’, her groundbreaking character and more

December 10, 2021
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Johnson speaks to the importance of queer characters existing outside of assumed gender roles in the latest episode of ‘Acting Up.’ Harlem on Prime Video is taking audiences by storm. On the latest episode of theGrio‘s Acting Up podcast, Jerrie Johnson opens up about playing her queer character Tye. In Harlem, Tye breaks new ground…

Russell Wilson, Tom Brady and more pay tribute to Demaryius Thomas

December 10, 2021
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Police believe Thomas died from natural causes Following the shocking news that retired NFL wide receiver and five-time Pro Bowler Demaryius Thomas was found dead in his Georgia home on Thursday, reactions from the sports world are pouring in on social media. theGrio reported that police from the northern Atlanta suburb of Roswell said they…

Biden White House projects confidence as child tax credits stand to expire for Black low-income families

December 10, 2021
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EXCLUSIVE: If Congress does not pass the Build Back Better Act by Dec. 15, direct deposits for families receiving child tax credits will end. With days left before Christmas, 35 million low-income families are facing what could be their last direct deposit checks from the Biden administration’s expanded child tax credit. If lawmakers on Capitol Hill…

‘The Original Knees’: Ciara Has Fans Jaws On the Floor Over Her ‘Balance Challenge’

December 10, 2021
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When it comes to her dance moves, Ciara definitely still has it. The singer and dancer uploaded an almost 40-second video of her performing the “balance challenge” and showing her followers how it’s done. In the video, which has been posted to both Instagram and TikTok, she squats on the tip of her toes, rolls…

Kanye West and Drake squash beef for ‘Free Larry Hoover’ benefit concert

December 10, 2021
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There were reportedly 70,000 fans in attendance at West’s $10 million production, livestreamed to more than 240 countries and territories. Rap superstars Kanye West and Drake performed in a spectacular livestreamed concert Thursday night to raise awareness for former Chicago gang leader Larry Hoover and to advocate for his release from prison. Hoover, 71, has…