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Birgundi Baker has captured hearts with her breakout role on Showtime’s “The Chi,” where her portrayal brings depth, emotion, and authenticity to the screen. A graduate of Howard University, Baker has steadily built a career rooted in purpose and passion, using her talent to spotlight the real-life struggles and triumphs of young Black women. In…
Birgundi Baker, star of Showtime’s The Chi, graces the cover of Urban Magazine’s highly anticipated May issue. Known for her powerful performances and authentic portrayal of real-life struggles on screen, Baker continues to shine as a rising force in television, bringing depth and humanity to every role. “She’s more than just a talented actress—she’s a…
The Chi’s Cortez Smith covers the summer/June issue of Urban Magazine, the ninety-fifth published on digital newsstands. Starring as Nuck, one of the most compelling and unpredictable characters in the Showtime series, Smith has become a fan favorite. During the interview, the Chicago native shares how acting may have literally saved his life as well…
Grammy-award winner singer, songwriter and actress Kandi Burruss will debut in a brand new show, Kandi and the Gang on March 6th. The show will follow her and serving staff at her Old Lady Gang restaurant located in Atlanta, Georgia. Burruss along with her husband Todd Tucker will share the reality and behind-the-scenes happenings as…
Watching Genesis Hale grow up as Maisha on Showtime’s The Chi has been an incredible experience. The young actress continues live up to her potential, stealing hearts and scenes along the way. How did you get into acting and how did you land your role on “The Chi”?My mother is an actress and my father…
This South Side Chicago native is sharing her narrative to bring the truth of what it means to be Transgendered to television. A star on Lena Waithe’s The Chi, Jasmine Davis shares her do’s and don’ts in Hollywood and how being her true self has helped elevate her career beyond measures. What sparked your interest…
The multi-hyphenate (singer/songwriter/actress) Kandi Burruss covers the May issue of Urban Magazine. In a very personal conversation with Dakari Eli, our editor-in-chief and host of The Bigger Picture, Burruss discusses her shocking dungeon-themed outfit on reunion episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, her character arc on Showtime’s hit show The Chi, and more. “From…