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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.

T-Pain, Busta Rhymes Among Those Performing At Tequila Fest In May

Tequila Fest is returning to Chuckhansi Park for its second year.

Can An Oscar Win Fix Unequal Access To School Music Classes?

“The Last Repair Shop” documentary won big, but millions of Black kids don’t have music education in underfunded schools.

‘American Society Of Magical Negroes’ Star And Director Get The Skepticism

When the first trailer for the film “The American Society of Magical Negroes” debuted late last year, some people misunderstood the intent of the film or expressed disappointment it wasn’t a Black “Harry Potter.”

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Minnesota Timberwolves Stun Denver Nuggets Again To Take A Commanding 2-0...

The Minnesota Timberwolves opened up a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference semifinals thanks to a stunning 106-80 blowout in Game 2 on Monday.