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Emmai Alaquiva’s story defies every odd. Once homeless, now a four-time Emmy winner, he has turned struggle into stunning artistry. His camera doesn’t just capture images; it exposes truths, challenges injustice, and gives voice to the unseen. From collaborating with icons like Viola Davis and Jay-Z to directing powerful documentaries on Black maternal health,…
Jazz legend Nnenna Freelon discusses her book, “Beneath the Skin of Sorrow,” in which she employs a musical structure to process grief following the passing of her sister and husband, architect Phil Freelon. Your new book is described as part love story, part homage to jazz, and part guide to creative practice of bereavement. How…
The Las Vegas Aces secured their spot in the WNBA Finals after defeating the Indiana Fever 107-98 in overtime Friday night, capping a semifinal series that made league history. It marked the first time in WNBA semifinal history that a decisive Game 5 went to overtime. The Aces’ victory sends the defending champions back to…
LaKeith Stanfield has released the official video for “Fast Life,” featuring Kid Cudi, marking his debut under Def Jam and a return to music alongside his acting career. Directed by Jeymes Samuel, the cinematic short shows a surreal night out, with narration by Taraji P. Henson and cameos from Madeline Brewer, John Boyega, David Oyelowo,…
Doja Cat has released the video for “Stranger,” the latest single from her fifth album Vie. Directed by Dave Meyers, the short film shows the singer skydiving in a wedding gown, fleeing across a barren landscape, and being struck by an arrow before the words “To Be Continued…” appear. The visuals reference Hitchcock’s North by…
GRAMMY Award-winning artist Syd has released a new single, “GMFU,” through Free Lunch/Warner Records. The track was produced by Rodney Jerkins and includes bass from Raphael Saadiq. On the song, Syd directs sharp words at an ex, layered over an organ-driven instrumental. The release contrasts with her earlier 2023 single “Die For This,” described as…
GRAMMY® Award winner Doja Cat has added new legs to her Tour Ma Vie World Tour, announcing 2026 stops across Latin America, Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America. The tour begins in São Paulo, Brazil, at Suhai Music Hall before moving through major cities including Buenos Aires, Mexico City, Dublin, London, Lisbon, Paris, Chicago,…
WNBA standout Paige Bueckers appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show’s Spirit Tunnel segment, fresh off receiving the league’s Rookie of the Year Award, and discussed her transition from college basketball to the professional level. Bueckers, who has quickly become a focal point in the league, spoke about the challenges of her first season, the women…