civil rights

Andra Day Lost 39 Lbs. to Play Billie Holiday in Biopic: ‘Asked God to give me pain and trauma’ [Trailer Inside]

Andra Day wants you to know that she put herself through quite a transformation to step into the shoes of the late Billie Holiday. The singer and actress, who’s played the iconic jazz and blues songstress in a new Hulu biopic, stated that she had to shed a lot of weight to look like the … “Andra Day Lost 39 Lbs. to Play Billie Holiday in Biopic: ‘Asked God to give me pain and trauma’ [Trailer Inside]”

First Look: Danielle Brooks as Mahalia Jackson in New Lifetime Biopic [Watch]

Right before we get to see the first official big-screen adaptation of the great Mahalia Jackson and her unforgettable story and impact on the civil rights movement, Lifetime has prepared their own little film on the subject. The network, which has previously curated small-budget biopics on a number of other prominent figures in music history, … “First Look: Danielle Brooks as Mahalia Jackson in New Lifetime Biopic [Watch]”

“Our Little White Asses Aren’t The Only Ones That Matter” – Dolly Parton Supports Black Lives Matter

Queen of Country Dolly Parton has pledged her support to the Black Lives Matter movement. The ‘Coat Of Many Colours’ singer spoke candidly about the ongoing protests against police brutality and the fight for equality. In her recent interview with Billboard, here’s what the 74 year old music legend stated: “I understand people having to … ““Our Little White Asses Aren’t The Only Ones That Matter” – Dolly Parton Supports Black Lives Matter”

Watch: Whitney Houston Estate Releases Empowering New Video For Her Classic, ‘Greatest Love Of All’ Feat. Archival Footage

Whitney Houston’s iconic classic on self-love and self-empowerment has been given a brand new visual treatment by her estate and management. The late and great songstress’ Billboard #1 track has always been a testament to her enduring legacy, inspiring and uplifting countless souls, in their own journey towards loving themselves. The new video-montage-cum-lyric-video released by … “Watch: Whitney Houston Estate Releases Empowering New Video For Her Classic, ‘Greatest Love Of All’ Feat. Archival Footage”

Anita Baker Reveals Her Own Bitter Experience With Cops From a Few Years Ago

Anita Baker may be one the most celebrated female RnB performers from the 80’s, but her celebrity isn’t enough to keep her safe from the streets. As the fight against systematic racism continues to ignite in the hearts of everyone across the nation, Ms Baker is also looking back at her run-in with a cop, … “Anita Baker Reveals Her Own Bitter Experience With Cops From a Few Years Ago”