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ATL Stars Celebrate the Premiere of ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’

The Nottingham Agency brought an exclusive screening of ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’ to Atlanta. The star studded event gave attendees an early peak of the new film honoring American icon Whitney Houston before its release date. Known as the greatest singer of all time, Whitney Houston is portrayed by the beautiful Naomi Aicke. Directed by Kasi Lemmons and written by Academy Award® Nominee Anthony … Continue reading ATL Stars Celebrate the Premiere of ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’

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Disney Branded Television’s “Firebirds” Premiered on Disney Channel, Disney Junior and Disney+

Disney Junior’s “Firebuds”, an animated comedy-adventure series from Disney Branded Television featuring a team of young first responders and their talking vehicle sidekicks, premiered Wednesday, September 21, with a simulcast on Disney Channel and Disney Junior. An initial batch of episodes will premiere the same day on on-demand platforms and Disney+. From Emmy®Award-winning creator and executive producer Craig Gerber (Disney’s “Elena of Avalor” and “Sofia the … Continue reading Disney Branded Television’s “Firebirds” Premiered on Disney Channel, Disney Junior and Disney+

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“Finding Happy” Premieres Saturday, September 24 on Bounce

Bounce, the popular broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, will premiere its newest original series, “Finding Happy,” on Saturday, September 24, with the first two episodes airing back-to-back starting at 8 pm EDT.   Centering around the Black female experience through the eyes of protagonist Yaz Carter, “Finding Happy” is a dramedy about the unfulfilled life of Yaz, beginning with her unhappy thirty-sixth birthday. The 10-episode … Continue reading “Finding Happy” Premieres Saturday, September 24 on Bounce

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New and Black on Netflix in September

If you’re looking for your next Netflix fix studded with your favorite black stars, look no further because Been Worthy has the list for you. From an assortment of rom-coms and horror comedies to thrillers, bromance, romance, and dramas, this is your guide to what’s new and black on Netflix. We did it so you don’t have to or because you just have to. End … Continue reading New and Black on Netflix in September

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Fat Joe To Host The BET Hip Hop Awards 2022 in Atlanta

Today, Grammy®-nominated recording artist, actor, entrepreneur, and media personality Fat Joe was named host of the trailblazing “BET Hip Hop Awards” 2022. Taped from Cobb Energy Center in Atlanta, GA, on Friday, September 30, the broadcast premiere will air Tuesday, October 4, at 9 PM ET/PT on BET. The annual celebration will bring together the hottest names in hip hop to pay homage to the year’s best in hip hop culture. The … Continue reading Fat Joe To Host The BET Hip Hop Awards 2022 in Atlanta

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NEW MUSIC: Evvie McKinney’s New Album, Love Evvie McKinney

Motown Gospel (a division of Capitol CMG/Capitol and Universal Music Group) announces the pre-order of, Love, Evvie McKinney, the highly anticipated full-length album from, “The Four: Battle for Stardom on FOX,” season one winner, Evvie McKinney. McKinney’s debut album Love, Evvie McKinney, is available for pre-order here. Additionally, a brand-new track, “This House” is available for purchase and streaming today.  McKinney’s 2020 debut single, “Bring the Whole Hood,” (co-written with her … Continue reading NEW MUSIC: Evvie McKinney’s New Album, Love Evvie McKinney

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37th Stellar Gospel Music Awards Nominations Announced  

Central City Productions has announced the nominees for the 37th Stellar Gospel Music Awards, the annual celebration honoring excellence in Gospel music. The Stellar Awards will return to Atlanta for the live-taped ceremony on Saturday, July 16, at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, as part of an illustrious weekend of events that will include a special announcement about the upcoming launch of the Stellar TV Network. Stellar Award-winning artists Jekalyn … Continue reading 37th Stellar Gospel Music Awards Nominations Announced  

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Urban One, Chevrolet, and Dentsu Highlight the First Anniversary of Juneteenth as a Federal Holiday with a New Campaign, “Real Talk Drives Real Change”

Celebrations of Black freedom have been held all over the Country for over 150 years to commemorate Juneteenth – the day enslaved Black Americans in Texas were told they were free on June 19, 1865. Now the country’s newest federal holiday, traditions of homegrown community celebrations continue in addition to offices and schools closing in recognition of it. To take it a step further, Vice … Continue reading Urban One, Chevrolet, and Dentsu Highlight the First Anniversary of Juneteenth as a Federal Holiday with a New Campaign, “Real Talk Drives Real Change”

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Urban One, Inc. Founder Cathy Hughes Inducted Into The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame

On Saturday, June 18, 2022, Urban One founder, Cathy Hughes, was inducted into The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame (BMEWOF) during its Juneteenth celebration in Atlanta. Hughes is now an official member of the Crown Jewel of Excellence Black Music Month Class of 2022. The Walk of Fame is a joint initiative by the Black American Music Association (BAMAssoc) and Georgia Entertainment Caucus … Continue reading Urban One, Inc. Founder Cathy Hughes Inducted Into The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame

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BET Awards: Taraji P. Henson Returns To Host Culture’s Biggest Night on June 26

BET announces Academy Award®-nominated and Golden Globe®-winning actor, writer, director, producer, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson will return to host the “BET AWARDS” LIVE from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The “BET AWARDS” was the #1 cable award show among all adults 18-49 in 2021. “BET AWARDS” 2022 airs LIVE on BET on Sunday, June 26 at 8 PM ET/PT. “I am honored to return as the host of the BET Awards … Continue reading BET Awards: Taraji P. Henson Returns To Host Culture’s Biggest Night on June 26

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