I get so excited whenever there is a new show on TV starring someone who looks like me (read: a black woman). I get even more excited when that black woman is married and she's got kids and"”would you look at that!"”a bustling career too. From Claire Huxtable to Vivian Banks to even (kinda) Rochelle from Everybody Hates Chris, I love when I can relate to the characters on a … [Read more...]
VIDEO: President Obama: “If I Had A Son, He’d Look Like Trayvon”
President Obama broke his silence on his feelings on the Trayvon Martin case. See his remarks below. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Tisha Campbell-Martin Wedding To Duane Martin
A lot of people hold Will and Jada as the Hollywood standard for a long-lasting black marriage, but their close friends Tisha Campbell-Martin and Duane Martin have been married for nearly two years longer. Tisha recently posted this video on her YouTube channel and if you look closely, you'll see Jada, Tichina Arnold, and Tasha Smith and her twin sister Sidra as they help … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Proposal At The Grand Canyon
Like the groom-to-be said in the video, we're just glad he didn't drop the ring! … [Read more...]
VIDEO: 24-Year-Old Biracial Man Elected Mayor In New York, Inspired By President Obama
Svante Myrick, a biracial man, has made history as the youngest mayor ever to serve Ithaca, NY at 24 years old. The young mayor served on Ithaca's city council prior to his term. He also considers President Obama to be an inspiration. Although Myrick's future looks promising, his childhood was rough. From NBC: Svante Myrick, the new 24-year-old mayor of Ithaca, N.Y., shies … [Read more...]
VIDEO: SWV’s Back With “Co-Sign”
The trio is back and looking like ain't a thang changed. Hitting us with a 90s melody and visuals that look like their earlier cuts, we're happy to see some 90s "girl groups" back on the scene. Check out the video and let us know how you like the song. … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Whitney Houston Singing Background For Bebe And Cece Winans
During Whitney Houston's emotional homegoing service, Bebe Winans spoke of how generous and loving his dear friend was, even going as far as spending her own money to provide them with outfits for their tour. She even purchased a dress for herself, as she volunteered to be a background singer for them. Here she is in 1989, singing background as Bebe and Cece Winans sing … [Read more...]
VIDEO: You Can’t Judge A Marriage By The Proposal, But This One’s Spectacular!
He took his bride-to-be on a meaningful trip down memory lane before proposing they spend the rest of their lives together. Check it out and tell us what you think: From YouTube: Unbeknownst to Charity, Robert planned many things to throw her off and confuse her about his intentions to propose. On Friday, February 18, 2011 Robert drove from MD to Philly to surprise her for … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Amber Riley Covers Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You” On Glee
Amber Riley, who plays Mercedes on Fox's Glee, brought some big pipes to her rendition of Whitney's "I Will Always Love You." Like so many, Riley was more than just a fan and really felt crushed when she learned of her death: [blackbirdpie url="https://twitter.com/#!/MsAmberPRiley/status/168505894932463617"] [blackbirdpie … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Surprise ER Marriage Proposal
Working together can test even some of the most solid of relationships. But not so for this couple who work together in the medical field. Check out their surprise proposal and leave them a note of congratulations on their upcoming nupitals! … [Read more...]
VIDEO: First Lady Michelle Obama Beats Late Night Host Jimmy Fallon In Exercise Competition
Celebrating the second anniversary of her Let's Move initiative, First Lady Michelle Obama took on late night host Jimmy Fallon in a potato sack race, dodgeball, tug-of-way and hula hooping. Check it out: … [Read more...]
Movie Spotlight: Undefeated (Trailer)
Superbowl XLVI has gone and Pats passed. But before you put football to the back burner until next season, a new documentary about a high school football team is ready to keep you in the football spirit. With an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature already under its belt, Undefeated, which opens in theaters Feburary 17th, is sure to leave audiences … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Esperanza Spalding Promotes Empowerment In Her Song, “Black Gold”
Opening with a father picking up his two kids from school and being disappointed that they didn't learn the extent of their history, Esperanza Spalding's visual for her song, "Black Gold," is briming with the message of self-love and empowerment. Tell your kids to sit down and check this out. … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Have You Ever Seen Someone Play The Cello…And Beatbox?
Kevin Olusola, a 23-year-old Yale graduate and part of the winning acapella group on NBC's The Sing Off, has gained national attention for his unique talent of "celloboxing," a musical form combining beatboxing and the cello. Check out his Today Show interview and get an ear of his talent for yourself. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Our First Lady: “President Obama Sings To Me All The Time”
If you thought you were lucky to hear the president sing a few lines of Al Green's "Let's Stay Together," at the Apollo last week, check out what the First Lady has to say about the president's singing voice and check out the rest of the interview this evening on The Tonight Show. … [Read more...]