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Kendrick Lamar, Michelle Obama among first winners at 57th annual NAACP Image Awards

Tuesday, February 24 by ABC News

The first winners of the 57th annual NAACP Image Awards have been announced, with Kendrick Lamar and former First Lady Michelle Obama among the victorious.Obama won for outstanding literary work - biography/ autobiography for The Look, while K. Dot's Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show... Read More.

Lawsuit brought by Isaac Hayes’ estate against Donald Trump has been ‘mutually resolved’

Tuesday, February 24 by ABC News

The son of legendary R&B singer Isaac Hayes has announced the outcome of the estate's lawsuit against Donald Trump over the use of the classic Hayes-penned track "Hold On (I'm Coming)" at his political rallies.According to an Instagram post by... Read More.

Kehlani, Mariah the Scientist, Teyana Taylor to be honored at ‘Billboard’ Women in Music 2026

Tuesday, February 24 by ABC News

Kehlani, Mariah the Scientist and Teyana Taylor are not only singers, they're now honorees at Billboard's Women in Music 2026. Kehlani is set to receive the Impact Award "for her artistry, advocacy and influence on culture and community," according to a press release, while... Read More.

Ryan Coogler’s ‘The X-Files’ reboot receives pilot greenlight at Hulu

Tuesday, February 24 by ABC News

Fresh off Ryan Coogler's history-making win at the BAFTAs, Hulu has announced it greenlight a pilot of his The X-Files reboot. He is set to write and direct the pilot, which will star Danielle Deadwyler.Hulu reports Deadwyler will portray an FBI agent who forms... Read More.

BBC apologizes after airing racial slurs in 2026 BAFTAs broadcast

Tuesday, February 24 by ABC News

The BBC is apologizing to viewers for airing racial slurs heard during the 2026 BAFTAs telecast Sunday."Some viewers may have heard strong and offensive language during the BAFTA Film Awards. This arose from involuntary verbal tics associated with Tourette syndrome, and as explained during... Read More.

Alicia Keys says ‘it’s very crazy and wonderful’ to be celebrating 25 years of ‘Fallin”

Monday, February 23 by ABC News

It's been 25 years since fans were introduced to Alicia Keys via her debut single, "Fallin.'" In an interview with People, she describes how she feels about the song's milestone anniversary."I'm not sure how I wrap my head around this... Read More.

Boyz II Men will show evolution, add to fans’ memories on New Edition Way tour

Monday, February 23 by ABC News

Boyz II Men has been in the game for decades, but they've evolved in ways their fans will see on the New Edition Way tour featuring New Edition and Toni Braxton."Although we've been active, we were still somewhat incubated from the public to some... Read More.

New Music Friday: Yung Miami, SZA, Don Toliver and more

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

SZA appears on the soundtrack for Disney and Pixar's Hoppers in a song titled "Save the Day." A die-cut vinyl shaped like the character Mabel is available for preorder at Disney Music Emporium. The soundtrack and... Read More.

Chris Brown returns for 2026 Tycoon Music Festival featuring Sexyy Red, BossMan Dlow and more

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

Another year, another Tycoon Musical Festival with Chris Brown. The singer is set to return for the 2026 edition of the festival on April 4. The event will make a move to Amerant Bank Arena in Miami, Florida, after previously taking place in Detroit.Tickets... Read More.

Halle Berry on feeling like the film industry wanted to discard her: ‘A painful realization’

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

Halle Berry is a successful insurance broker who doesn't get the respect she deserves in the new film Crime 101.Her character, Sharon, finally has enough of the poor treatment. Late in the film she stands up for herself to her... Read More.

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Kendrick Lamar, Michelle Obama among first winners at 57th annual NAACP Image Awards

Lawsuit brought by Isaac Hayes’ estate against Donald Trump has been ‘mutually resolved’

Kehlani, Mariah the Scientist, Teyana Taylor to be honored at ‘Billboard’ Women in Music 2026

Ryan Coogler’s ‘The X-Files’ reboot receives pilot greenlight at Hulu

BBC apologizes after airing racial slurs in 2026 BAFTAs broadcast

Alicia Keys says ‘it’s very crazy and wonderful’ to be celebrating 25 years of ‘Fallin”

Boyz II Men will show evolution, add to fans’ memories on New Edition Way tour

New Music Friday: Yung Miami, SZA, Don Toliver and more

Chris Brown returns for 2026 Tycoon Music Festival featuring Sexyy Red, BossMan Dlow and more

Halle Berry on feeling like the film industry wanted to discard her: ‘A painful realization’

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