Today in history…
Today in black history, in the year 1948, Bryant Gambel, the first African American to anchor a national network morning news and entertainment program was born. Known for his 15 years as co-host of NBC’s The Today Show, was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Rhea Alice (née LeCesne), a
Iconic Motown Album Covers
In anticipation of Motown’s 51st Anniversary next month, we’re breaking down some of the labels most iconic artists and albums throughout time. It was just about 51 years ago, that Berry Gordy, music industry veteran took out a $800 loan from his family to launch Motown Records in
‘CrazySexyCool’ exceeds expectations!
The stars and executive producers of “CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story” have much to rejoice this week, as the TV film’s ratings far exceeded expectations. Monday night’s TLC biopic became VH1’s highest-rated telecast in more than five years, drawing in an overwhelmin
Did Rihanna disrespect Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque?
During a stop for her “Diamonds” world tour, 25-year-old pop star Rihanna took part in an impromptu photoshoot at the Grand Mosgue in Abu Dhabi. To avoid offending their culture, Rih Rih draped herself in a hooded black jumpsuit and gold waist length chain necklace; a much more mod
States who use the most food stamps
Out of all the tragic consequences of the economic crisis, conceivably the most ruinous is the reality that each day, more and more Americans are struggling to feed their families. Recent stats from the USDA specify that 14.2 percent of the United States’ population participated in SNAP;
Battle of the celebrity selfie
As a celebrity, you are in a constant battle to stay relevant. Enter the “selfie.” By definition, a selfie is a “type of self-portrait photograph, typically taken with a hand-held digital camera or camera phone,” made popular by Instagram. Each day, celebrities battle i