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Laurence Fishburne’s daughter is speaking out about her controversial decision to enter the entertainment industry by becoming a porn star. “Being in an adult film is not a big deal to me,” Montana Fishburne, 18, tells PEOPLE. “It’s something I always wanted to do. I have always been comfortable in my body and with my …
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Trina was the victim of theft recently, as the Diamond Princess’ cell phone was stolen and personal pictures she snapped on the device, including nude images, were leaked online. The Miami rapper told MTV News on Monday (March 1) that her phone was taken during the BET Hip-Hop Awards in October and the criminal has …
DO CLOTHES REALLY MAKE THE MAN? They do if the man is a Morehouse Man. That’s the overriding opinion of school administrators, faculty, alumni and students who put the brakes on “feminine gender expression” last school year after a group of students showed up to class reportedly wearing tight jeans, blouses, pumps and purses. The …
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NEW ORLEANS (FinalCall.com) – While driving through the Lower Ninth Ward of the city, visitors might be shocked to see that most of it still looks the same as it did when the floodwaters of Hurricane Katrina struck—five years ago. The Lower Ninth Ward, devestated by Hurricane Katrina, has received little help, residents complain.——————————————————————————–‘The Lower …
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Young Hustle: Up and Coming Gen Yers Gen Y has been called lazy and over-entitled, but these young artists and entrepreneurs are grinding to make their dreams a reality. Get to know the next breakout stars, including ones identified by The Root’s readers. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, Artist Erica Purnell became a keen viewer …
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The newest original by Frank Morrison, Floetic. Mr. Morrison is a wonderful artist that I have enjoyed his work for some time now. His art has expression and urban style that is classic and will be remembered for generations to come. To see more of Frank Morrison works, click here.
Special Offer for EventBrite Patrons Price $10 NOW $0 Just Pay Shipping 2020 Calendars Various Artists Celebrate 35 Years of October Gallery Size 13″ x 19″ Each unique African American 2020 wall calendar is printed on heavy card stock. The calendars measure 13″ x 19″ and are coated with special UV coating. Additionally the print portion of …
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Sunday August 29, 2010· 12:00pm – 6:00pm The Nethermead Field – Prospect Park, Brooklyn Spike Lee presents the 2nd annual “Brooklyn Loves Michael Jackson Birthday Celebration”. If you were there last year, you know not to miss the party of the summer. Join Spike and surprise celebrity guests to jam to the magic of Michael’s …
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Have you ever met a person of the opposite sex who seemed to be the “one”? He or she was gorgeous, stylish, a brilliant conversationalist and had a vibrant career, however, after a period of dating, you realized that although this person had a wonderful personality, his or her character was not so wonderful. You …
The Museum of Modern Art is a place that fuels creativity, ignites minds, and provides inspiration. With extraordinary exhibitions and the world’s finest collection of modern and contemporary art, MoMA is dedicated to the conversation between the past and the present, the established and the experimental. Our mission is helping you understand and enjoy the …
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Rocked by a budget crisis, Brandeis University will close its Rose Art Museum and sell off a 6,000-object collection that includes work by such contemporary masters as Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, and Nam June Paik. The move shocked local arts leaders and drew harsh criticism from the Association of College and University Museums and Galleries. …
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Title: From Africa to AmericaArtist: Wilfred StroudDate: 1988 – 1996Medium: Acrylic on Canvas A musician, storyteller/oral historian, the traditional Griot was the product, or rather the embodiment of West African oral traditions. A native of Macon, Georgia, Wilfred R. Stroud embodies many of the qualities of the traditional West African Griot. But where the Griots …
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Arna Wendell Bontemps Arna Bontemps – a noted Black poet, author, anthologist, librarian – was born in Alexandria, Louisiana on October 13, 1902. He was baptized at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral. Arna, son of Paul Bismark and Marie Pembrooke Bontemps, lived in a typical turn-of-the-century, middle class, wood-frame house at the corner of Ninth and …
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Venus Williams has become a household name. Venus is synonymous with success. At the young age of 30, she has become a huge success in a number of ways. Most people are familiar with her career in tennis. She is a two-time Olympic Gold medalist and she has won numerous Wimbledon titles. In addition to …
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