Prom is a rite of passage for teenage girls across the country. Sadly, there are some that might not be able to experience it because of financial hardship. Operation Prom seeks to change that issue. Operation Prom was founded in 2005 by Noel D'Allaco in New York. The organization is now a national one with several chapters across the country. From CNN: When … [Read more...]
The War On Fathers
I was minding my business the other day, watching TV, when I came across what I thought was a funny (albeit stupid) commercial: Haha, "typical dad" can't get away from his power tools and uses them to drill holes in the chicken. Funny. But then the tagline gave me serious pause. "Ragu - Mom's Favorite For A Reason." Um. Wait a minute. The whole … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Behind-the-scenes Of Tamia’s New Video, “Beautiful Surprise”
The first single off her upcoming album of the same name, "Beautiful Surprise" is a quintessential Tamia record: Soft melodies, her smooth voice and a subject R&B can't get enough of"”love. Tamia posted this behind-the-scenes look at her video, and it looks to be a crowd-pleaser. She's got her hubby Grant Hill playing her leading man and as she says below, "There … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Willow and Jada Share An Intimate Moment During New Clip From “Red Table Talks”
In this new segment of the Red Table Talks, Willow breaks down in tears as she expresses her gratitude for her mother and grandmother. She says, "These two women are a very big part of my life, because they teach me - the middle generation and the old school. I love them both because they are always there for me." Jada digs a little deeper to find out why her baby … [Read more...]
FULL VIDEO: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Mom Adrienne and Daughter Willow In “Red Table Talks”
When Jada said that she wanted to have a no-hold barred conversation with her daughter and mother in this first edition of "Red Table Talks," she wasn't kidding. In the first 20-minute video released (the rest will trickle out this weekend on Huffington Post), the trio of women talk about everything from mistakes they've made as mothers to the downsides of fame. … [Read more...]
Look At Her Now! Quite Possibly The Greatest Mom Rapper Of All Time
Kelley Owens writes a jaw-dropping rhyme, inspired by the "Look At Me Now" cover by Karmin. With the help of her husband Jon, she kicks a rhyme on motherhood that will not only have you nodding your head to the beat but also in agreement. She truly represented for the moms with this one. Now we can all sit back and watch this video's views rocket in to the millions. If this … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Something Like A Fairytale Wedding
This has got to be one of the most romantic wedding videos we've ever seen (and you know we watch them all the time). The first two-thirds give it something like a Disney feel - the ultimate fairytale wedding. And then the last half gives us total over-the-top bliss - complete with fireworks. Read more about the two lovebirds, Stephanie and Linus Idahosa, over at … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Jada, Her Mother And Willow Share Intimate Conversation For Mother’s Day
This Mother's Day, Jada Pinkett Smith invites us into her family, as she sits down for a heart-to-heart conversation with her daughter Williow and her mother Adrienne. In this short trailer, Adrienne admits that she wasn't the greatest mother to Jada and Willow wonders about why the three generations of women haven't spent enough quality time together. Check out the video and … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Wedding To Make You Reminisce About Your Own Special Day
We love watching the care and detail that goes into planning a wedding when it all comes together on the actual day. But beyond the centerpieces and the flowers and the music, one thing stands out - the love between the bride and groom. In this YouTube video, we salute this couple for making love look real good. … [Read more...]
A Letter To My Engaged Self
We saw this awesome letter over at BlackBridalBliss.com and had to share it with you. Rasheeda and Cory tied the knot in early 2011 and are celebrating their one-year anniversary this week. Rasheeda took the time to write a beautiful letter to her engaged self to let her know what she's about to step into: Dear Engaged Self, First things first, YOU DID IT! You crossed … [Read more...]
5-Year-Old Comedian Takes Internet By Storm
If you're an avid browser of YouTube, you've probably come across a couple of the videos by the 5 year old comedian, Zay Zay. The son of adult comedian, Kevin Fredericks, Zay Zay has gone viral with his little problems and big personality. His first video, "Growing Up Black" was featured on to Tosh.0 blog back in February, and has over 500,000 views. He's followed that video up … [Read more...]
VIDEO: The Finest Nigerian Wedding
We found this on YouTube from director Onye Ubanatu and the team at Mypassionmylife media. It's spectacular footage from the wedding of Abies Uzamere & Omo Ihenyen. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Dad Raps To Beat Of Fetal Heartbeat Monitor During Wife’s Labor
Glad to see he was able to get his wife to laugh while in labor - that's no easy task! To learn more about the couple behind the video, check out our interview with Charles and Melanie McDaniels. … [Read more...]
BMWK Couples Spotlight: The McDaniels: Love, Rhymes & Videotape
The best viral online videos are the ones that were never intended for stardom. When Charles McDaniel posted a video of him rhyming with a heart monitor as his "beat box" while his wife was in labor they never thought that it would turn in to an internet sensation. As an active duty military family (Air Force) stationed in Italy with 5 children; Charles and his wife of 10 years … [Read more...]
VIDEO: The Obamas Discuss First Date, President Obama’s Attempt At Hair Braiding And Power Of Parenthood
In full campaign mode, the President and First Lady took time to have dinner with the winners of the "Dinner with Barack" contest. During their meal, President Obama talked about his first date with Michelle, his attempt to do Malia's hair when Michelle was out of town, and his most scariest experience since being a father. … [Read more...]