Entertainment
The Apollo x Kwanza Jones Announce "Culture In Motion," a National Roadshow Uniting Communities Through Arts and Empowerment
The Apollo and acclaimed artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Kwanza Jones announced Culture In Motion™, a new National Roadshow launching January 2026 to expand the Apollo's nearly 100-year legacy into communities across the United States. Designed to strengthen cultural access and community connection, the Roadshow brings Apollo programming, creative engagement, and SUPERCHARGED® by Kwanza Jones empowerment experiences directly to neighborhoods nationwide.
Qatar Airways and Swizz Beatz Launch ‘The Qatar Airways Creative 100’
In a global first, Qatar Airways has announced a ground-breaking cultural partnership with Grammy Award-winning artist, entrepreneur, and international creative force, Swizz Beatz. The collaboration was unveiled at an event at Art Basel Paris 2025, where Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax in 2025, also serves as a Premium Partner across all five of Art Basel’s world leading fairs.
Rolling Out Celebrates 25 Years of Culture, Creativity & Community
Rolling Out, America’s leading Black-owned multimedia platform, proudly marks its 25th anniversary by expanding into music with the official launch of Rolling Out Music. This new subsidiary is a forward-thinking record label and creative hub built to amplify the voices of independent artists, curate cultural moments, and deliver authentic Black music experiences that transcend generations and genres.
COMEDIAN CHRIS TUCKER IS COMING TO HARD ROCK LIVE ON MARCH 28
Gary, IN (December 2, 2025) Comedian Chris Tucker is coming to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s Hard Rock Live venue on Saturday, March 28. Doors open at 7 p.m. General on sale begins this Friday, December 5, at 10 a.m. Central Time.
HIP HOP LEGENDS METHOD MAN AND REDMAN COMING TO HARD ROCK CASINO NORTHERN INDIANA FEB 27
Hip Hop legends Method Man and Redman are coming to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s Hard Rock Live venue on Friday, February 27. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 14 at 10 a.m. Central Time.
Nicole C. Mullen Releases New Book
Millions have been blessed by the powerful voice of Dove Award–winning, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Nicole C. Mullen. Her prolific career, from background singer to global success as a solo artist, has earned Nicole a spot in the Christian Music Hall of Fame. She wrote and recorded her most popular song, “Redeemer,” in 2000. And this year, Nicole expands her writing repertoire with the release of It’s Never Wrong to Do the Right Thing: Courageous Stories to Inspire Godly Decisions (Esther Press, an imprint of David C Cook).
Viral TikTok Creator Reesa Teesa Reclaims Her Power in a New Book Deal
Storehouse Voices, an imprint within the Crown Publishing Group (a division of Penguin Random House) announced the acquisition of storyteller and viral social content creator Tareasa "Reesa Teesa" Johnson's What (TF) Do I Do Now? dubbed "not just a memoir, it's a survival guide." Johnson is represented by CAA who negotiated the deal.
TUBI ANNOUNCES ROSEMARY IDISI AS WINNER OF STUBIOS GREENLIGHT CONTEST
Tubi (www.tubi.tv), Fox Corporation’s (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) ad-supported streaming service, announced actress, writer, and producer Rosemary Idisi as the winner of its first-ever Stubios Greenlight Contest. Idisi’s original horror/thriller, GLAMPING, is slated to premiere as a Tubi Original. Idisi was selected from a competitive pool of finalists and received the highest fan support during the program’s beta phase, reflecting the growing demand for authentic, underrepresented voices in film and TV.
MARLON WAYANS IS COMING TO HARD ROCK LIVE ON MARCH 6
Comedian Marlon Wayans is coming to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s Hard Rock Live venue on Friday, March 6, 2026. Doors open at 7 p.m. General on sale begins this Friday, October 17, at 10 a.m. Central Time.
Mother-Daughter Duo Kandi and Riley Burruss Launch The Burruss Banter Podcast
Grammy winner and Emmy and Tony-nominated multi-hyphenate Kandi Burruss and her daughter Riley Burruss have announced their new mother-daughter podcast The Burruss Banter. In each episode, the ladies sit down and talk all things life and family with intergenerational guests.
LITERARY FORCE AND DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR DR. DANIEL BLACK NAMED PVAMU 2025-2026 TONI MORRISON WRITER-IN-RESIDENCE
Prairie View A&M University is proud to announce that Dr. Daniel Black, distinguished author, professor, mentor, and leader in African American Studies, has been appointed as the 2025-2026 Toni Morrison Writer-in-Residence. This position, one of PVAMU's signature academic and creative appointments, underscores the institution's deep commitment to literary excellence, social conscience, and community engagement.
Bridging the Parent-Teen Gap: SheKnows Launches How to Raise Adults Series
SheKnows announced the launch of How to Raise Adults, a new content series offering insights from teens on navigating the complex transition from adolescence to adulthood. Covering mental health, financial literacy, technology, relationships, and social trends, the series offers an authentic look into teen perspectives and the issues shaping the next generation. As part of the How to Raise Adults series, SheKnows is proud to partner with BetterHelp to spotlight accessible mental health resources that help teens build lifelong well-being.
Holly Robinson Peete & Rodney Peete to Receive Good Sam Award at Rotary Club of Los Angeles Foundation Luncheon
Holly Robinson Peete, best known for her roles in "21 Jump Street," "Hangin' with Mr. Cooper," and "For Your Love," along with her husband Rodney Peete, a former NFL quarterback, will be honored with the prestigious Good Sam Award by the Rotary Club of Los Angeles Foundation during their annual luncheon on Friday, October 24. The event will take place at the historic Biltmore Hotel and will celebrate the couple's remarkable philanthropy through their HollyRod Foundation.
EAGLES LEGEND BRANDON GRAHAM IS BACK IN THE GAME -- PARTNERING WITH FIRSTRUST BANK TO GIVE LOCAL BUSINESSES THE EDGE
Brandon Graham may have hung up his cleats, but he isn't done making big plays for Philadelphia. The legendary Eagles defensive player and two-time Super Bowl Champion is teaming up with Firstrust Bank, Philadelphia's Hometown Bank® and the Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles, this NFL season.
