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“The Carmichael Show” renewed for a 3rd season

It looks like after back-and-forth negotiations between NBCΒ and 20th Century Fox Television, β€œThe Carmichael Show” is back for another season of sharp comedy, unexpected honesty and frank conversation. The network and studio have settled on a 13-episode order for Season 3 of the critically-acclaimed comedy. Inspired by the life and comedy of stand-up Jerrod Carmichael,

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β€œUnderground,” series honored by City of Memphis

Memphis, May 11, 2016 – WGN America’s Underground Railroad escape thrillerΒ β€œUnderground,” among the most critically acclaimed series of the year and the network’s highest-performing original series ever, was honored yesterday by the City of Memphis at City Hall as Mayor Jim Strickland officially declared Tuesday, May 10 β€œUnderground Day,” kicking off day-long celebrations throughout the city, including aΒ β€œMemphis

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Denzel and Pauletta Washington Help Raise Money for Smithsonian

As the Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History and Culture nears completion, Hollywood power couple Denzel and Pauletta Washington stepped up to show their support in a big way. A-lister Denzel Washington is well known for his Hollywood star power, but his philanthropic work for our community is even more impressive. Last week Denzel and

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Obama’s Commencement Speech : ‘Be Confident in Your Blackness’

“Be confident in your heritage. Be confident in your blackness,” – those words rang true on Saturday, May 7th as President Obama gave his memorable speech to the Howard University graduating class of 2016. The speech was heartfelt, meaningful and empathetic. We’re going to miss you, President Obama. #FourMoreYears   Full speech here:

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BLACK GIRLS LEAD summer conference applications available now!

    NEW YORK, NY – APRIL 18, 2016 – BLACK GIRLS ROCK! founder, Beverly Bond, announced that applications for the annual BLACK GIRLS LEAD summer conference are available online today, April 18, 2016, at www.blackgirlsrock.com. The deadline for applications is Friday May 20, 2016 at 11:59PM. BLACK GIRLS LEAD (BGL) is a 4-day international

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