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Famed Ballerina Misty Copeland Reveals She Was Asked To Lighten Skin

Professional ballet dancer Misty Copeland talks with CNN's Chris Wallace about her experience as a trailblazing Black ballerina. Watch the full episode of "Who's Talking to Chris Wallace" on Max.

How Beyoncé Answered Dolly Parton’s Call And Switched Up The Lyrics To ‘Jolene’

Dolly Parton’s wish has come true. During a 2022 interview with “The Daily Show,” Parton was asked about the hundreds of cover versions of her 1973 country classic “Jolene” and the one artist yet to record the song who Parton hoped would do so, Beyoncé.

Louis Gossett Jr., Oscar-Winning Star Of ‘An Officer And A Gentleman,’ Has Passed

Louis Gossett Jr., who won an Academy Award for his performance in “An Officer and a Gentleman” and an Emmy for the groundbreaking miniseries “Roots,” has died at age 87, according to a statement from his family.

WATCH: Looking Back On The Life And Legacy Of Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr., a star of film and television who won an Academy Award for his performance in "An Officer and a Gentleman," has died at age 87, according to a statement from his family.

WATCH: Louis Gossett Jr. First Black Man To Win Supporting Actor Oscar, Passes At...

Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, has died at 87. Gossett Jr. made his Broadway in 'Take a Giant Step' debut at the age of 16.

Beyoncé’s ‘The Linda Martell Show’ Single Is Named For A Trailblazer You Need To...

Beyoncé’s eagerly awaited new album contains a song named for a woman who looks to have been an inspiration for the project.

Oprah Winfrey Tears Up Recounting Her Weight Loss Journey In Primetime Special

It’s been nearly 13 years since “The Oprah Winfrey Show” came to an end, but for viewers of her weight loss special on Monday night, it likely felt like Winfrey’s talk show was back.

The Story Of Anne Benna Sims, American Ballet Theatre’s First African-American Ballerina

Early on in her childhood, Anne Benna Sims, the first African-American ballerina to sign a contract with the American Ballet Theatre, wanted to take lessons in dance, but she had to wait a few years before she was allowed to start.

Don Lemon Says Elon Musk Canceled His Deal With X After ‘Tense’ Interview

Don Lemon’s partnership with Elon Musk went down in flames Wednesday, hours after the former CNN anchor conducted an interview with the erratic billionaire for the debut episode of his new independent web-based show.

See Charles Barkley’s Reaction To Kenan Thompson’s Impression Of Him

'Saturday Night Live' legend Kenan Thompson explains how he does his impression of CNN's Charles Barkley.

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Tributes continue to grow for Javits Frimpong, the 15-year-old who was shot and killed on his way to school in the Bronx last week.