Actor Amber Reign Smith Traces Acting Journey from Early Inspiration to ‘Beauty in Black’
Amber Reign Smith’s career is rooted in discipline and character-driven storytelling. In this interview, she reflects on her journey, her role in “Beauty in Black,” and what shaped her work on and off screen. Let’s start at the beginning. What drew you into acting, and when did you decide to pursue it as a career?…
Khayree Lilly Transforms Pain Into Purpose Through Poetry and Activism
Khayree Lilly is a poet whose work centers on identity and survival, shaped by personal rejection and renewed purpose. In this interview, Lilly discusses her responsibility to present and future generations. What moments or experiences first led you to write poetry centered on the Black experience? When Oprah Winfrey rejected my book. I sent her…
PR Is Dead: Publicist Anje Pearson Hosts Live Event Based on Her New Book
Publicists and communications professionals are invited to a live discussion with iconic publicist Anje Pearson, based on her new book, “PR Is Dead.” The event held on March 26th at 6 pm CST will explore how traditional public relations strategies are evolving and why media visibility no longer guarantees measurable business results. The session will…
Claudia Jordan’s Price Is Right Allegations Renew Scrutiny Of Bob Barker’s Legacy
A March 2026 docuseries is drawing attention to allegations of racism and workplace misconduct raised by Claudia Jordan about her time on “The Price Is Right.” Jordan, a former model on the long-running game show, is among several voices featured in the E! docuseries “Dirty Rotten Scandals.” In the program, she describes what she said…
Roots Picnic 2026 Sets Return With Jay-Z, Erykah Badu Headlining
Grammy Award-winning hip-hop group The Roots and Live Nation Urban announced the 2026 installment of Roots Picnic, a two-day festival set for May 30-31 at the Belmont Plateau. Presale tickets are available. General ticket sales begin March 17 at 10 a.m. Eastern. The May 30 lineup features Jay-Z headlining, marking his first performance with The…
New York AG Letitia James Issues Alert as New York Enforces Cash Payment Law
Letitia James issued a consumer alert Friday, reminding residents that retail stores and food businesses across the state must now accept cash payments under a new law taking effect March 21. The law makes it illegal for most retail establishments to refuse cash for goods or services, aligning statewide policy with a New York City…
Chelsea Jordan Releases Reflective EP ‘better late than not at all’ (Spotify)
Rising singer-songwriter Chelsea Jordan has released her new EP better late than not at all via Arista Records, marking a defining moment in her emerging career. The six-track project captures a period of emotional transition as Jordan reflects on heartbreak, revisits past relationships, and looks ahead with cautious optimism. The EP serves as a cohesive…
Naomi Sharon Showcases Movement In “Miss That” Video
Naomi Sharon releases the official video for her new single, “Miss That,” pairing her sound with a choreography-led performance. Directed by Zac Dov Wiesel, the video focuses on movement. It highlights a side of Sharon that comes from her background in performance. Before music, she trained at the Academy of Theatre and Dance and performed…
