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Essence event affirms the power of black women in Hollywood

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Through laughs, tears and speeches that turned into sermons and affirmations, the overarching theme of this …

Diahann Carroll, Oscar nominated, pioneering actress, dies

NEW YORK — Diahann Carroll, the Oscar-nominated actress and singer who won critical acclaim as the first black woman to …

Tamron Hall’s faith in herself pays off with new show, life

NEW YORK — When Tamron Hall decided to leave NBC after the network gave her prime “Today” co-hosting slot to …

Aretha Franklin’s ‘Amazing Grace’ film finally in theatres

NEW YORK — Three years ago, Alan Elliott was at the Telluride Film Festival, prepared to unveil the holy grail …

AP Exclusive: Roberta Flack ready to sing again

NEW YORK — Once a week, Roberta Flack gives a musical performance for an exclusive group. The lucky audience consists …

Cardi B escorted out of fashion party after lunging at Minaj

NEW YORK — Nicki Minaj and Cardi B were involved in an altercation Friday night that got physical at a New York Fashion …

Stevie Wonder, Faith Hill among all star lineup for Franklin

NEW YORK — An all-star lineup that includes Stevie Wonder, Faith Hill, Jennifer Hudson, Fantasia, Shirley Caesar and many more …

Producer who worked with Franklin recalls great performances

NEW YORK — WhenKen Ehrlich, the longtime producer of the Grammys and other awards shows, worked with the Obama administration …

Representative: Rocker Chris Cornell has died at age 52

According to his representative, rocker Chris Cornell, who gained fame as the lead singer of Soundgarden and later Audioslave, has …

Joni Sledge, member of Sister Sledge, dies at 60

NEW YORK –Joni Sledge, who with her sisters recorded the defining dance anthem “We Are Family,” has died, the band’s …

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