The 1950s marked a pivotal era for Black actresses in Hollywood, as the entertainment industry began to adapt to changing social narratives and demands for more authentic representation. While ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 12: Phylicia Rashad attends the 75th Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall on June 12, 2022 in New ...

As the summertime approaches, we couldn’t help but think of all the beautiful ways Black people will be shining and styling in the sun. And while some may be rushing to perfect their summer tan, for ...

Cynthia Erivo has made history as the second Black actress to portray Elphaba in a major production of the beloved musical “Wicked.” This role — characterized by her green skin — symbolizes the ...

"The system is not really designed for us, and so we have to stop coveting that which is not for us," the actress says in the Apple TV+ documentary 'Number One on the Call Sheet.' By Kimberly Nordyke ...

In 2022, Brittney Johnson made history when she became the first Black actress to play Glinda full time. By Caitlin Huston Business Writer Lencia Kebede will take over playing Elphaba on Broadway this ...

Celebrated South African actress and filmmaker Connie Chiume -- perhaps best known to American audiences for her roles in Black Panther and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever-- has died. She was 72. Her ...

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Harvard Law Graduate Raye Mitchell is changing the world in front of the camera and in front of the Supreme Court because visibility matters. I have extreme gratitude for God’s grace in my life. We ...

Taryn Manning, best known for her role in the hit comedy-drama show Orange Is The New Block, was spotted looking quite different from her usual appearances — and it's sparked some conversation among ...

“This year, I hope it happens because I'm tired of occupying that space alone,” Berry shared on the 'What Now?' podcast Kimberlee Speakman is a Writer-Reporter on the News team at PEOPLE, covering ...