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David Oyelowo visits Philadelphia to discuss his role in ‘Lawmen: Bass Reeves’

February 10, 2024

ABOVE PHOTO: David Oyelowo Photo courtesy: David Oyelowo By Kharisma McIlwaine David Oyelowo visited Philadelphia on February 3 for an FYC/SAG Awards screening event for “Lawmen: Bass Reeves.” The screening of the first episode of the eight episode Paramount+ Originals series was held at AMC Dine-In Fashion District 8. Executive produced by Taylor Sheridan and…

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What you need to know about the origins of Black History Month

February 10, 2024

By Jesse J. HollandAssociated Press ABOVE PHOTO: Wreaths from the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Wreath Laying Ceremony are pictured at The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. ( AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana) Black History Month is considered one of the nation’s oldest organized history celebrations, and has been recognized…

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George Carlin estate sues over fake comedy special purportedly generated by AI

February 2, 2024

By Andrew DaltonASSOCIATED PRESSLOS ANGELES — The estate of George Carlin is suing the media company behind a fake hourlong comedy special that purportedly uses artificial intelligence to recreate the late standup comic’s style and material. The lawsuit filed in federal court in Los Angeles on Thursday asks that a judge order the podcast outlet…

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Sheila Jones stars in the national tour of ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’

February 2, 2024

By Kharisma McIlwaineABOVE PHOTO: Photo: Joan Marcus/Academy of Music The 1993 film “Mrs. Doubtfire” captured the hearts of many over 30 years ago. The film, based on the 1987 Alias Madame novel “Madame Doubtfire,” tells the story of Daniel Hillard, an out-of-work actor, brilliantly played by the late Robin Williams, and his quest to spend…

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National Geographic premieres the Emmy award-winning anthology series, ‘Genius: MLK/X’

February 2, 2024

ABOVE PHOTO: Martin, played by Kelvin Harrison Jr., and Coretta, played by Weruche Opia, talk with Bayard Rustin, played by Griffin Matthews, in GENIUS: MLK/X. (National Geographic/Richard DuCree) WASHINGTON, D.C. – At National Geographic’s content showcase at Hall des Lumières, Nat Geo executive vice president of Scripted and Documentary Films, Carolyn Bernstein, announced that the…

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Ice Cube honored with Naismith Hall of Fame award on MLK Day

January 21, 2024

PRNEWSWIRE ABOVE PHOTO: ICE CUBE ACHIEVED ANOTHER MILESTONE in his illustrious career with the prestigious Naismith Hall of Fame Award SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — On MLK Day, legendary artist, actor, basketball enthusiast, and co-founder of the BIG3 professional basketball league, Ice Cube, achieved another milestone in his illustrious career as he was honored with the prestigious…

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New Philadelphia Fund for Black Sacred Places launches

January 21, 2024

Photo: sacredplaces.org By Simon KaufmanSACREDPLACES.ORGPartners for Sacred Places and the Greater Philadelphia Preservation Alliance recently launched the new Philadelphia Fund for Black Sacred Places. This three-year project will expand equitable access to quality public spaces in Philadelphia’s neighborhoods and support Black congregations’ efforts to maintain their properties, cultural centers, and neighborhood landmarks for future generations….

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Temple University’s Klein College to honor Quinta Brunson with 2024 Lew Klein Excellence in the Media Award

January 21, 2024

By Amanda Stankiewicz ABOVE PHOTO: Quinta Brunson PHOTO:Shutterstock Philadelphia– Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication has announced that it will honor Quinta Brunson with the 2024 Lew Klein Excellence in the Media Award. The award, inspired by the legacy of media educator and broadcast pioneer Lew Klein, is presented annually to a media…

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