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Jun 26 2018

‘Moonlight’ Writer Tarell Alvin McRaney Get’s New Original Drama Series on OWN

Continuing its commitment to creating diverse, elevated original programming from the entertainment industry’s leading talent, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network today announced the ensemble cast — including Emmy nominee Phylicia Rashad — for its new original drama series David Makes Man, the television debut of Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney (Moonlight), produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television. McCraney […]

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Jun 21 2018

Muslim Stand-Up Comic “Preacher Moss” Hosts Live Taping of New Comedy Show

LOS ANGELES – Black. Muslim. Outspoken. Comic Preacher Moss has a lot to say about the Trump Administration. And the comic, lecturer and anti-racism activist plans on getting a lot of stuff off his chest during the live taping of his new comedy show, titled, “ Love Supreme: An Anatomy of Gratitude.” Preacher Moss in

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Jun 18 2018

Gospel entertainment couple Warryn & Erica Campbell star in new docu-series on TV-One

TV One’s new docu-series WE’RE THE CAMPBELLS, starring gospel music superstar Erica Campbell and mega producer Warryn Campbell premieres Tuesday, June 19th at 8/7C. Watch the trailer here. The nine-episode docu-series gives viewers an intimate glimpse into the lives of Gospel entertainment power couple Warryn and Erica Campbell, as they tackle the everyday struggles that come with balancing family

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Jun 18 2018

Lena Waithe will serve as keynote during ESSENCE Fest

The ESSENCE Festival® is pleased to announce that Emmy Award-winning writer/producer/actor Lena Waithe will give a keynote conversation during the ESSENCE Empowerment Experience on Friday, July 6th, during the 2018 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans, LA. The Chicago-born Waithe has been heralded for her stellar work over the years, including most recently creating and executive producing the

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Jun 16 2018

10 Favorite Things That My Father Taught Me

Here are 10 of my favorite things that my father taught me, not by just his words, but through his actions. When you come in close contact with people on the street, whether you know them or not, always acknowledge them with a nod, wave, smile or a simple hello. Never turn your nose up

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Jun 14 2018

M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Recording Artists JUZANG to Perform at San Diego County Fair

JUZANG, the name of the newest faces of musical millennials on the M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Record, Inc. label are breaking ground in the Contemporary Gospel recording industry, with original music including two newly released singles, “Dance 2” and “Undeserving” on June 22, 2018. These talented three sisters Guielle, Marisa and Patria natives of Huntsville, Alabama, with an

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Jun 13 2018

Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil and Oprah Share What ‘LOVE IS’ at PREMIERE

Pictured: Mara Brock Akil creator of “Love Is_____.” On Monday, June 11, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network hosted a pink carpet pre-screening of “LOVE IS____, ” OWN’s new original 10-episode series premiering on Tuesday, June 19th, from award-winning producers and power couple Mara Brock Akil (“Girlfriends,” Being Mary Jane,” “The Game”) and Salim Akil

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Jun 5 2018

Apollo Theater’s 13th Annual Spring Gala Raises $2 Million

HARLEM, NY – June 5, 2018 – Last evening, the Apollo Theater celebrated its 13th Annual Spring Gala, raising over $2 million for its year-round artistic and community programming initiatives. The concert portion of the evening was hosted by David Alan Grier, and opened with a rousing musical performance by teenage Showtime at the Apollo alumnus

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Jun 4 2018

Viola Davis & Fierce Team of Women Seek Revenge in Steve McQueen’s Crime Thriller “Widows”

For his first film since winning best picture in 2014 for “12 Years a Slave,” Academy Award winning director Steve McQueen has teamed with the screenwriter Gillian Flynn (“Gone Girl”) in a modern day thriller, “Widows,” starring Viola Davis, Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki and Cynthia Erivo star as four women who turn to crime

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Jun 4 2018

OWN Sets Premiere Date for “Greenleaf” Adds Iyanla Vanzant

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today that the third season of its hit megachurch drama “Greenleaf,” from global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), award-winning writer/producer Craig Wright (“Lost,” “Six Feet Under”) and executive producers Clement Virgo (“The Book of Negros”), Kriss Turner Towner (“The Romanoffs,” “The Soul Man”) and Oprah Winfrey will premiere on

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