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Fans are ecstatic that Netflix acquired ‘Moesha,’ ‘Girlfriends,’ and other classic Black ’90s sitcoms

Strong Black Lead announced today that several iconic series from the 1990s would be coming to Netflix, and people freaked out with joy.

Watch Michael K. Williams debate Black Lives Matter in the acclaimed short ‘About the People’

The actor stars as a senator leading a discussion with his community in an attempt to tackle systemic racism and oppression.

‘I talked to your bankers’: Watch Barbara Walters call out Trump for lying in a tense 1990 interview

In a clip from a 30-year-old ’20/20′ episode, Trump tries to sidestep the truth. Walters isn’t having it.

From the Joker to Michael Myers: The best memes from Mark Zuckerberg’s extreme sunscreen experiment

The internet had many thoughts on Zuckerberg’s ghostly-white face while surfing in Hawaii.

When a hack briefly disabled blue check Twitter users, unverifieds threw a boisterous meme party

After hackers posted bitcoin messages to the accounts of Joe Biden, Bill Gates, Barack Obama, and others, Twitter went a little bananas last night.

RIP, Naya Rivera: Tributes to the ‘Glee’ actress celebrate her life and contribution to LGBTQ characters

She leaves behind a son, whose life she saved before dying. Jane Lynch, Chris Colfer, and Darren Criss are among those mourning her death.

The ‘Greenleaf’ cast explores fan theories and the show’s wild ride as the final season begins

We spoke to series creator Craig Wright and key members of the cast to discuss all the surprising turns the show has taken—and where it will end.

Disney World welcomes back guests with an ad that is more creepy than reassuring

A random tweet gave us Morris Chestnut Appreciation Day, the relief from misery we all so desperately need

The leading man suddenly started trending today, sparking a fun, much-needed respite from the bleakness we’re all dealing with every day.

RIP Nick Cordero: Stars pay tribute to Broadway actor who died from COVID-19 complications

The theater community mourns the loss of the Tony-nominated actor who was set to star in “Rock of Ages” in L.A.

Twitter ushers in July with funny new memes that capture our anxiety as we fear what’s next

As we hit the midpoint of 2020, people are feeling on edge about what awful thing is lurking around the corner.

Here are all the major movies that are supposed to hit theaters this year, pandemic be damned

Confused about all the delays for the year’s biggest movies? You’re not alone. Here’s what studios are planning to release in theaters through the end of the year.

AI robot trained in method acting to star in a $70 million sci-fi movie

Herd Immunity Festival set for July in Wisconsin because fans’ need to ROCK trumps public health

Dr. Anthony S. Fauci’s recent warning of a “disturbing surge” in COVID-19 cases apparently holds no weight with people who are jonesing for live music.

The fans guide to the special Juneteenth Verzuz starring Alicia Keys and John Legend

Here’s a handy guide to get you ready for what is sure to be a spectacular piano battle between the two beloved musicians.

49 Black movies to watch that will spark joy

While films depicting tragedy or that have a capital-I “important” message about the Black experience are crucial, don’t forget about movies that show other sides of Black life.

HBO Max pulls ‘Gone with the Wind’ for its romanticized depiction of slavery

As Black Lives Matter protests continue, HBO Max is reevaluating how the film should appear on its platform.

Prince collaborators rerecord ‘The Cross’ as a message of ‘hope, love and peace’

Members of The Revolution, New Power Generation, and 3RDEYEGIRL released a new version of the 1987 song to honor the Purple One and give hope to protesters.

Watch James Baldwin’s brilliant 1965 speech in which he explored why Black Lives Matter

The writer’s analysis of “the American dream” and what that meant for the black community is a must-watch today.