Dame Dash’s Life Rights Become Focus Of Bankruptcy Dispute
Damon “Dame” Dash’s bankruptcy case is raising questions about the value of his personal brand after a court-appointed trustee moved to sell rights connected to his life story, likeness, and career. Dash filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in September 2025, reporting more than $25 million in liabilities and less than $5,000 in assets. The trustee…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Swings to Record-Breaking Box Office Debut
Spider-Man has returned to the big screen, and audiences have responded with record-breaking enthusiasm. Released July 31, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become a box-office phenomenon, earning approximately $1.15 billion worldwide. Its domestic opening proved even more impressive, with the film bringing in roughly $360 million and surpassing Avengers: Endgame’s $357 million opening to claim…
Hailey F. Kilgore Reflects on Emotional Journey Playing Jukebox in ‘Raising Kanan’
Actor Hailey F. Kilgore has opened up about the emotional toll and personal growth that came with portraying Jukebox, also known as Laverne Thomas, in Power Book III: Raising Kanan. In a series of social media posts shared Thursday, Kilgore described the role as the most demanding of her career, saying the experience challenged her…
Cardi B Stunts Once Again, First Female Rapper With Four Diamond-Certified Singles
Cardi B has officially added another milestone to her career. As of August 3, 2026, the Bronx-born rapper became the first female rapper to earn four Diamond-certified singles from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), further cementing her place in hip-hop history. The RIAA’s Diamond certification recognizes songs that reach 10 million certified units…
Sherri Shepherd’s Fine Art Exhibition Showcases Black Artists Around the Globe
Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host Sherri Shepherd joined forces with Chicago’s Gallery Guichard to launch the inaugural Sherri Shepherd Fine Art Exhibition, a two-day event celebrating Black art, culture, and artists that drew collectors, enthusiasts, and first-time buyers from across the country. Held Aug. 1–2 in New York City, the exhibition resulted in the…
Byron V. Garrett Leads Genesys Works Expansion to Create Career Pathways for Students
Byron V. Garrett is leading a new phase of growth at Genesys Works, a nonprofit that prepares high school students from underserved communities for college and professional careers through paid internships and workforce training. As chief executive officer, Garrett is expanding corporate partnerships and national investment to help the organization reach more students while addressing…
Higher Purpose Hub Breaks Ground on Regional Economic Opportunity Center in Clarksdale
Higher Purpose Hub will break ground Thursday on a new regional economic opportunity center in downtown Clarksdale, marking the start of a project aimed at expanding entrepreneurship, workforce development, wellness, and cultural opportunities across the Mississippi Delta. The groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at 238 Issaquena Ave. The event also…
Drea Dominique Moves Beyond Television Fame With a Fresh Musical Direction
Drea Dominique is walking into a new chapter on her own terms. While many first discovered her through her reality television debut on season nine of Oxygen’s Bad Girls Club, the singer, entrepreneur, and independent artist is now focused on what matters most: her music. Her latest single, “Lue Viton,” has been gaining momentum with…
