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Issa Rae Announces ‘Insecure: The 10th Anniversary Tour,’ Reuniting With [Some] Cast Members

Issa Rae has announced a reunion tour for the HBO series she co-created with Prentice Penny, ‘Insecure,’10 years after the series premiered, and nearly 5 full years after the final…

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15 Blunt Bob Hairstyles Inspired by Rihanna, Taraji P. Henson & Issa Rae

Blunt bob hairstyles are having a major moment, and for good reason. Clean lines, confident silhouettes, and effortless versatility make this cut a go-to choice for women who want a…

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Hollywood Stars Who Borrowed Their Way to the Top

Before the red carpets and million-dollar paychecks, some of Hollywood’s biggest names scraped by on credit cards, loans from friends, or whatever they could get. These are real stories of…

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Side Quests: Eight Black Celebrity-Owned Restaurants Across The Country

Many celebrities have gone into the restaurant business, either because of their love for food or because they are looking for another income source. From Ludacris to Issa Rae, here…

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Black Celebrities Who Own Restaurants and Food Franchises

African-Americans have always been pioneers when it comes to delicious food. More Black celebrities are starting to own restaurants and franchises. These Black celebrities who own restaurants have found success…

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Black Showrunners Have Been Redefining Television’s Narrative Landscape

Black voices and storytellers behind the camera are revolutionizing television by changing the stories that are shown on television and how they are presented on this dynamic medium. As showrunners…

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Issa Rae Business Ventures That Make Us Love the Creative Trailblazer Even More

It’s impossible not to be inspired by all of Issa Rae’s business ventures. In 2011, the now-39-year-old creative powerhouse gave us Awkward Black Girl, a digital phenomenon that would set the trajectory…

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Black Actresses in Popular Movies: Roles, Impact And Salaries

Black Actresses in Popular Movies Taraji P Henson

This exploration of Black Actresses in Popular Movies: Roles, Impact, and Salaries navigates through the captivating performances and narratives that have significantly enriched the tapestry of cinematic history. In the…

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[FIRST LOOK] ‘American Fiction’ Stars Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae & More | Opening Night Film of Urban World Festival

This December, the comedy event we weren’t expecting, but absolutely needed, is coming to theaters. The American Fiction movie stars Jeffrey Wright, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown and a handful…

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Issa Rae, Prentice Penny, Yvonne Orji & Others Break Down Insecure Episode 4

Beach Day finally arrived on the latest episode of Insecure. The episode found Issa, Molly and Kelli at the beach supporting Nathan, who was throwing an event. In true Insecure…

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