Kanye West is undeniably great, but for many who were once big fans, his message has become muddied by his infatuation with whiteness. Poet Jasmine Mans articulated her hurt at what Kanye has become in this moving poem, "Footnotes for Kanye."
Viola Davis, star of ABC's How to Get Away with Murder, sat down with Ellen to talk about her role as Annalise Keating. The role is a departure from the most visible characters we've seen Viola play.
Grammy award nominated gospel singer and radio show host James Fortune is in trouble for domestic violence again. Twelve years ago he pleaded guilty to injuring his 4 year old stepson. This time he's accused of lashing out at his wife with an object that's quite appalling.
"Annalise Keating is all over the place," says the woman behind her on screen, Oscar nominee Viola Davis. "I'm concerned with my health. She just wants power. She wears a heavy duty mask every day, which must be exhausting. I couldn't do it."
Issa Rae and Deniese Davis teamed up to create their own platform to offer more opportunities for creatives in underrepresented communities to launch their work. Today ColorCreative.TV launched with three pilots "So Jaded," "Words with Girls," and "Bleach."
If you want to see some good singing, American Idol must be on your viewing schedule. This week, former winner Fantasia graced the stage in something like a comeback to sing her new single "Lose to Win." Fantasia looked regal in a white gown, but her stellar vocal performance stole the show. Watch four minutes of brillance below.
Candice Glover wowed the American Idol judges with an incredible performance of "Lovesong" by The Cure. Glover's rendition even inspired superstar Mariah Carey to shower her with glitter. Check the out song that dropped everyone's jaws.
Mona Scott-Young's most recent venture Love and Hip Hop thrust her into a bigger spotlight, but the music industry vet has been paving the way for women in hip hop for decades. Watch as she discusses her career success.
