HBCU Trailblazers Zaria Slaughter and Jaia Jones Redefine Representation in Media
Two HBCU students are using storytelling and strategy to reshape how Black women are seen and heard in the media world—one interview, one campaign and one opportunity at a time.
Ambri Rae: From a Brooklyn Stoop to Global Stage, a Singer Crafting a Legacy Rooted in Softness and Soul
Before there was Ambri Rae the artist, there was Ambri, the girl on a Brooklyn stoop, learning how to navigate her block. The corner store runs, the sound of double dutch ropes hitting the pavement and music spilling from open windows all shaped her rhythm long before she ever touched a mic.
Music is embedded in her DNA: Sherrionn changes the music scene by blending soul, emotion and storytelling
The beaming lights, thunderous sounds and the exhilarating feeling of walking on stage in front of thousands of people are enough to make the average person shy away from the spotlight, but this wasn’t the case for lyricist and R&B singer-songwriter Sherrionn. She knew performing and being on stage was her calling.
Angel Massey discusses her Family, Legacy, Controversy and Integrity in Hollywood
Angel Massey, mother of actors Christopher and Kyle Massey, reflects on her family’s groundbreaking achievements in Hollywood and the values of integrity, resilience and unity that sustain their legacy.
Leaving a Legacy of Love with Heaven Grace-Acheampong
Heaven Grace-Acheampong founded Mrs. & Mrs., an online platform that celebrates and amplifies voices, love stories and journeys of same-sex couples around the world while empowering queer love and relationships.
From The Slam Stage to Social Change JRose Inspires Through Words
Poetry is more than words on a page. It is self-expression woven from the soul, carrying thoughts, feelings and emotions into the world. That same passion and innate gift live within JRose, whose mind, heart and spirit embody the essence of a true poet.
Milana Brown Shares Her Journey of Faith, Media and Self-Expression
For Milana Brown, a 24-year-old Georgian, media is about making an impression, not only about flashy lights and red carpets. From high school TV segments and school talent competitions to red carpets and live-streamed interviews with prominent figures in the industry.
From Chicago to Kansas City, Dorissa White Redefines Storytelling Through Community and Representation
Dorissa White, a lifestyle reporter and motivational speaker, is shaking things up in the journalism industry with her genuine approach, focus on representation and community-driven storytelling. With over 200,000 followers on TikTok, she’s making the most of digital platforms to amplify her voice.
Laila Hazel Embraces Faith, Resilience and New Lessons After Graduation
Laila Hazel recently graduated from Southern University A&M College with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. As she walked across the graduation stage in her cap and gown, she carried more than just the end of four years of hard work.
Courteney Sykes on Graduation, Resilience and New Paths Ahead
When she crossed the graduation stage at Clark University this spring, Courteney Sykes carried more than a diploma. She carried the results of years of determination, leadership and a passion for public relations that shaped her college experience.
Celebrating the Class of 2025 and the Next Chapter of Lealer Sim’s Legacy
Lealer Sims has a passion for journalism and has worked hard through school and into her career to forge her own path. Sims grew up in Houston, Texas - the 5th Ward, to be exact. And she’s known that she has wanted to pursue journalism since she was in High School.
Breathing Into Success: Ashlyn Green on Choosing Soft Life Over Burnout
In a world that glorifies hustle, Ashlyn Green is championing a different path; one rooted in rest, self-connection and faith.
The Legacy She Wrote: Yvette Kendall’s Unstoppable Rise from Innovator to Storyteller
Yvette Kendall has always been an entrepreneur at heart. After all, her motto is “think it, prove it, do it.” She has a creative spirit that can’t be contained by medium, genre or anything but her own desires.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner Remembered for His Lasting Legacy in Television, Music and Black Storytelling
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor, director, poet and musician who helped define a generation of television storytelling, died at age 54 on Tuesday.
Black Owned Media fight for their presence on the red carpet
While award shows celebrate Black talent onstage, Black-owned media platforms are still fighting for space behind the ropes. They are reshaping the red carpet not just as a photo opportunity but as a place for authentic cultural storytelling.
Awards season is often seen as a time of glamour and recognition. From the BET Awards and VMAs to the Grammys and Oscars, these nights serve as grand stages for the entertainment industry.
Liberation Through The Eyes of Qing Blaze
RICHMOND, VA –Beginning with the first pride after the Stonewall riots in 1969, whiteness and corporate interests have reared their heads out of the queer liberation movement.
Willow Newell Becomes First Black Woman Crowned Miss Wisconsin
For the first time in the 101-year history of the Miss Wisconsin Scholarship Competition, a Black woman has taken home the crown.
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Media Pioneer and Mogul Ananda Lewis
Ananda Lewis, a pioneering television host, journalist and activist who became a beloved figure in Black media, died at 52 on June 11 following a battle with breast cancer.
Michael Riley Reflects on Purpose and Progress During BET Red Carpet Pool Party
LOS ANGELES—While attending the BET Red Carpet Pool Party during BET Awards Weekend, Rhode Island media personality Michael Riley, known as The Voice of RI, shared his thoughts on his growing career and the need for authenticity in entertainment.