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You might remember that Blake Griffin confronted a Minnesota Timberwolves fan back in December in the closing seconds of a Pistons win, having to be restrained while the fan was ejected. According to Pistons reporter Vince Ellis, the heated interaction began when the heckler called him “boy.” “Being called ‘boy’ is what triggered Blake Griffin’s […]
Surviving R. Kelly and Leaving Neverland have reignited public outrage over the sexual abuse scandals involving R. Kelly and Michael Jackson. Though these accusations go back decades, the recent #MeToo movement has forced many fans to answer uncomfortable questions about their disgraced idols: Should they be held accountable for the alleged crimes committed years ago? Is it possible to separate the […]
After winning his first ever Oscar, iconic director Spike Lee took the stage to deliver a speech that called for mobilization in the 2020 election to get Trump out of office. “The 2020 presidential election is around the corner,” Spike Lee said. “Let’s all be on the right side of history. Make the moral choice between love and […]
Jussie Smollett‘s case has now taken another twist. The Chicago police superintendent claimed that Jussie paid a $3,500 check to his alleged accomplices Abel and Ola Osundairo to stage the attack. Now, there’s evidence that the check was simply payment to help the Empire actor get in shape. The memo line reads “5 week Nutrition/Workout program […]
Jussie Smollett reportedly told authorities he is suffering from an untreated drug problem. According to TMZ, the 36-year-old actor made the claim Thursday, after surrendering to police on a felony count of disorderly conduct for filing a false report. The outlet points out that this detail may be relevant to the case, as Smollett is believed to have purchased […]
Since Empire star Jussie Smollett was victimized in an alleged racially charged homophobic attack, several conflicting stories have surfaced surrounding the incident. However, the latest reports claiming that the entertainer staged the fight has many people sharing their opinion on Smollett, with Grammy Award-winning rapper Cardi B becoming the latest. On Monday, Feb. 18, Bardi took to Instagram Live […]
The New York City Commission on Human Rights’ new guidelines hope to bring an end to discrimination towards individuals based on their hair or hairstyle in the workplace, at school, or in public spaces, the New York Times reports. The change’s primary concern appears to be towards the treatment of people of color based on its declaration that New Yorkers have the right to […]
An 11-year-old student was arrested in Florida—of course—after confronting his substitute teacher over his refusal to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. The incident occurred on February 4 at Lawton Chiles Middle Academy in Lakeland when the kid told his substitute teacher that he would not take part in the pledge because, according to Tampa’s Bay 9 News, “the flag was […]
Fashion insiders keep screwing up. Vogue Brazil‘s style director was forced to resign this week after photos from her 50th birthday party were criticized for being racist and romanticizing colonialism. Earlier this month, pictures of Donata Meirelles’ dinner party began circulating on the internet. The images showed the director and her guests sitting on an ornate chair […]
Gucci‘s recent blackface scandal has prompted the label to rectify its apparent lack of diversity. On Friday, Gucci CEO Marco Bizzarri announced four long-term initiatives that aim to improve cultural awareness within the fashion house. These actions are: Hiring global and regional directors for diversity and inclusion; setting up a multicultural design scholarship program; launching a diversity and inclusivity awareness program; and […]
