Octavia Spencer, Michael K Williams, Viola Davis, and The Cast of ‘The Help’ Win Big At SAG Awards
The 18th Annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards aired last night and black female actors slayed their competition. Viola Davis took home one of the top honors for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for her character, Aibileen Clark in “The Help.” Davis beat out some very stiff competition. Her former co-star and veteran actress Meryl Streep... Read More »
Sanaa Lathan Named New Face of Pantene, Dishes on ‘Best Man 2′ and upcoming projects
The stunningly beautiful Sanaa Lathan recently sat down with Ebony.com to discuss her new endorsement deal with Pantene Pro-V Nature Fusion (and dismiss some pesky rumors.) The actress also dished on her upcoming projects– including the highly anticipated Best Man sequel. On the Best Man sequel: EBONY.com: There seems to be a Best Man 2 in the works, can... Read More »
Capathia Jenkins Joins The Cast of Broadway’s ‘Newsies’
Disney Theatrical Productions has just announced that Capathia Jenkins will play the role of Medda in Newsies when the show begins performances at Broadway’s Nederlander Theatre on March 15th in advance of a March 29th opening. Capathia Jenkins’ Broadway credits include The Civil War; The Look of Love; Caroline, or Change and Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me. She has... Read More »
2012 Oscar Nominations Are In!
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the nominations for this years’ Oscar awards (Airing Feb. 26 on ABC). A whopping two (2) African-Americans were nominated for the prestigious award. Viola Davis was nominated for Best Actress in a drama for her role as Abileen in “The Help.” And Octavia Spencer was also nominated for Best Supporting... Read More »
Blair Underwood, Sharon Leal Appear in ‘Woman Thou Art Loosed: On The 7th Day’ Poster + Trailer
The gorgeous new poster for TD Jakes‘ Woman Thou Art Loosed: On The 7th Day was released recently. The poster features the two main characters portrayed by Blair Underwood and Sharon Leal. The actors play a loving couple in search of their missing daughter (played by Zoe Carter.) The official synopsis reads: In this dramatic thriller, shot on location... Read More »
Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks Appear in First Official Image from “Sparkle”
The first official movie still has been released for Sony Pictures’ Sparkle remake. Set in Detroit during the 1960s, the film is about three sisters who form a singing group and face hardships on their road to stardom. The film features a unique cast which includes Tika Sumpter, Derek Luke, Jordin Sparks, Whitney Houston, Carmen Ejogo, and Mike Epps.... Read More »
“Red Tails:” What the Critics are saying
The all-black film “Red Tails” just smashed the box office over the past weekend with over $19 million in ticket sales. The film is based on the true story of the heroic Tuskegee Airmen, who were the first group of black soldiers trained as fighter pilots in World War 2. The film stars Terrance Howard, David Oyelowo, Cuba Gooding... Read More »
Watch Ava DuVernay’s ‘Middle of Nowhere’ Teaser Trailer (Video)
Director and black indie film revolutionist Ava DuVernay released the Sundance trailer for her sophomore effort, Middle of Nowhere. DuVernay pulled together an impressive cast for her new film which includes the likes of rising star David Oyellowo, Lorraine Touissant, Emayatzy Corinealdi, Omari Hardwick, and Edwina Finley. The director made headlines around the world last year with the success... Read More »
First Look at “Single Ladies” Season 2 (Photo)
Actress Denise Vasi tweeted a behind-the-scenes photo of herself and co-star Lisaraye McCoy with guest-star Eve on the set of “Single Ladies.” VH1 began shooting the second season of the dramedy last week. The Queen Latifah-produced series was well received by viewers when it debuted last year. The show was surrounded by controversy amid allegations of cat fights between... Read More »
Idris Elba, Octavia Spencer Win Big at 2012 Golden Globe Awards
Octavia Spencer won a 2012 Golden Globe award for her role as Minnie in the critically acclaimed film The Help. Spencer was chosen as the second best performance of 2011 by BlackActors.net editors. Idris Elba also won the Best Performance by an Actor in BBC’s “Luther” TV series. The actor, who’s currently filming Guillermo del Toro‘s Pacific Rim in... Read More »
“Roots” Cast Reunites for 35th Anniversary
It’s been 35 years since the iconic series “Roots” made its television debut and exposed the horrors of slavery. Now, the cast of the Emmy-winning series will join Oprah Winfrey in her Montecito, California estate for “Roots: 35 Years Later,” an exclusive reunion special which will air on OWN. “Over the years the cast has dwindled,” said Cicely Tyson,... Read More »
Taye Diggs Visits “The Talk” (Video)
Taye Diggs, our top pick for “Sexiest Black Actor,” recently appeared on the daytime talk show “The Talk” to discuss his new book, “Chocolate Me,” which debuted September 2011. The actor discusses growing up the only black kid in an all-white neighborhood. Diggs also credits his mother for encouraging him to embrace his dark complexion. Check out the video below: RELATED ARTICLES: Taye Diggs... Read More »
Anthony Mackie discusses his role in “Man on a Ledge” (Video)
Anthony Mackie sits down for a four-minute interview to discuss his character in the upcoming film “Man on a Ledge.” He plays a cop and former friend of a suicidal man threatening to jump off of the ledge of a hi-rise building. The actor reveals that his main objective is to talk Nick (played by Sam Worthington) off of... Read More »
The Stars of “Red Tails” Cover Ebony Magazine
The stars of George Lucas‘ Red Tails grace the February 2012 cover of Ebony magazine. High profile actors Nate Parker, Terrence Howard, David Oyelowo, and Cuba Gooding Jr. appear on the cover of the magazine. Up and coming actors Elijah Kelley, Ne-Yo, Tristan Wilds, Michael B. Jordan, Method Man, and Leslie Odom Jr. appear on the inside cover. In... Read More »
Watch the “Sister Act” UK Tour trailer (Video)
Stage Entertainment released a brand new trailer for their UK production of Sister Act today. The new trailer provides a more in-depth look at the European spectacle featuring British actors/singers Cynthia Erivo as Deloris Van Cartier, Cavin Cornwall as Curtis Jackson, Tyrone Huntley as TJ, and Edward Baruwa as Eddie Souther. Based on the smash hit movie of the same name, the... Read More »
Noel Clarke Joins “Star Trek 2″
Brit actor-director Noel Clarke, who has a recurring role on the BBC’s hit series “Doctor Who,” has been cast in J.J. Abrams’ Paramount tentpole “Star Trek 2.” He joins franchise newcomers Alice Eve and Peter Weller in the sci-fi sequel, which is skedded for release on May 17, 2013. Paramount had no comment on the casting. While the details... Read More »
