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Today, 20x-GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, songwriter, producer, and music icon Kirk Franklin releases new single “This Time” featuring GloRilla out now via Uptown Records. Listen HERE. It heralds the arrival of his much-anticipated fourteenth full-length solo album, I Am What I Am, on October 30th. Pre-order/Pre-save HERE.Interpolating Mandrill’s “Children Of The Sun,” joyous and boisterous horns set the tone for the track, and slick handclaps hold the tempo in place. Soul ov

NEW YORK, NY — OWN today announced the premiere dates for two all-new OWN Spotlight specials from Emmy Award-winning spiritual teacher, bestselling author, and beloved life coach Iyanla Vanzant, airing Friday, October 9and Friday, October 16 at 9 PM ET/PT. Fresh off the #1 premiere of Iyanla: The Inside Fix among African American women, Vanzant returns to OWN for two powerful primetime events that bring her signature truth-telling and transformational guidance back to where m

Today, K.I.S.H. Magazine had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Rolling Out Cover Conversations: Cover Reveal + Book Release, with K.I.S.H. Magazine writer Jocelyn Castor proudly representing our publication in Atlanta! Tisha Campbell Opens Up About The A Word On September 19, I had the opportunity to attend an event featuring actress, singer, and author Tisha Campbell, where she discussed her book, The A Word: A Mother’s Journey Through Autism and Love. Campbell shared

LOS ANGELES, CA — September 15, – The First Ladies Health Initiative (FLHI) proudly announces Emmy-nominated actresses Kym Whitley (Varnell Hill Show, Act Your Age, Raising Whitley) and Yvette Nicole Brown (Act Your Age, Community, The Mayor) as speakers at this year’s leaders summit luncheon, "Mindful of the Memories: A Path to Better Brain Health," on Saturday, September 19, at 11:00 AM at the Ritz-Carlton in Marina del Rey. Whitley and Brown will join an insightful firesid

(Los Angeles, CA) – More than ten seasons in, OWN's hit dating series READY TO LOVE continues its search for meaningful connections with an all-new season set in one of America's most dynamic cities: Chicago. Premiering Friday, October 2 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on OWN, READY TO LOVE: CHICAGO follows a vibrant group of successful Black singles in their 30s and 40s as they navigate the excitement, challenges, and unexpected twists of finding lasting love in the Windy City. Hosted by co

NEW YORK — September 9, 2026 — OWN Spotlight documentary WE BELONG HERE: THE STORY OF TEAM DREAM premieres on OWN, Saturday, September 26 at 9PM ET/PT. WE BELONG HERE: THE STORY OF TEAM DREAM chronicles the remarkable journey of 12 Black women who, in 2018, came together with limited practice, and an unwavering belief in one another to compete in the USA Volleyball Open National Championship. Led by NCAA champion Haley Eckerman, this group of players united and realized they

Jekalyn Carr, John P. Kee, Tye Tribbett feat. ABLAZE, PJ Morton, Darrel Walls, and More, with a Special Performance from Host Kirk Franklin  New York, NY – August 27, 2026 – Gospel music's greatest night returns to BET. The 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, hosted by Kirk Franklin, airs on BET Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET, with an encore at 10:30 p.m. ET. Taped in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the Spectrum Center under this year's theme, "Feels Like Home,"

Jonathan McReynolds Earns Two Wins; JJ Hairston & Youthful Praise, Adia and JustCordell Take Home Top HonorsTasha Cob (NASHVILLE, TN) — August 20, 2026 — Motown Gospel celebrates an outstanding showing at the 41st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, with its artists and affiliated releases earning five wins across some of the evening’s most competitive categories. The victories underscore the label’s continued commitment to championing innovative, faith-driven music while rep

Tommy Davidson reprises his beloved Martin character in a new workplace comedy executive produced by Martin Lawrence and Bentley Kyle Evans Courtesy of Paramount+ August 5, 2026 — Paramount+ today unveiled first-look photos and announced the premiere date for The Varnell Hill Show, a new half-hour workplace comedy executive produced by Martin Lawrence and Bentley Kyle Evans, and starring and executive produced by Tommy Davidson as the unforgettable talk show host first

LOS ANGELES – Fresh off an African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) win for Outstanding Unscripted Series, OWN’s Love & Marriage: Huntsville returns for a high-stakes 12th season on Saturday, September 12 at 8pm ET/PT. Viewers will once again step inside the lives of Huntsville's most talked-about friend group for an unforgettable season filled with emotional breakthroughs, hard truths and the authentic, deeply personal storytelling that continues to make the NAACP I

During this live session, Yvette and Kym will delve into important topics affecting the city, explore the role of leadership in communities, and discuss the impact of advocacy and activism. This is a fantastic opportunity for viewers to gain insights directly from the Mayor and engage in a meaningful dialogue.To catch the conversation, make sure to follow them on Instagram at @karenbassla, @yvettenicolebrown, and @kymwhitley. Don't miss out on this chance to participate in a

DL Hughley, Colleen Bell, Jasmine Sanders and Next Frame Honorees from ITV, MRC, Atlas Digital and More Join Ri-Karlo Handy and The Handy Foundation to Spotlight Hollywood Workforce Development, Apprenticeship Pathways, and the Future of Production Talent During Michael Film Screening to Mark National Apprenticeship Week Handy Foundation Founder Ri-Karlo Handy brings together Hollywood creatives, executives, apprentices, and rising talent during National Apprenticeship Week t

(Los Angeles, Calif.) — OWN’s hit docuseries HEART & HUSTLE: HOUSTON returns for a highly-anticipated second season as the sisterhood confronts emotional reckonings and shifting alliances, all while doubling down on their drive to build empires and secure lasting success. Following a dynamic group of Black women chasing love and success in the vibrant city of Houston, Texas, the new season of HEART & HUSTLE: HOUSTON premieres Saturday, May 30 at 9pm ET/PT on OWN, before movin

The Belles are back, reclaiming Friday nights with all-new episodes of OWN's hit series Belle Collective, beginning Friday, June 5 at 8pm ET/PT. Kerri Paul, Lateshia Pearson, Latrice Rogers, Marie Hamilton-Abston, Selena Johnson and Tambra Cheri return as the dynamic group of powerhouse entrepreneurs redefining what it means to be a modern Southern belle, balancing ambition, family and friendship in Jackson, Mississippi. When new episodes begin, tensions are rising and loyal

Actor Xavier Beloved New Role as George Heitman in HBO’s Hit Comedy Series ‘Rooster’ HBO’s new original comedy series Rooster premieres Sundays at 10/9c on HBO and streams on HBO Max. The 10-episode series is produced by Warner Bros. Television and led by co-showrunners and executive producers Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses, with Steve Carell headlining the cast while also taking on an executive producer role. Set on a college campus, Rooster follows successful author Greg Rus

LOS ANGELES, CA – Kym Whitley, actress, comedian, and multi-award-winning podcaster known for her memorable roles in films like "Next Friday," TV hits such as "Young & Hungry," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," and "Raising Whitley," along with a Daytime Emmy-nomination for her role as Big Candi on "The Bay," is set to bring a much-needed dose of laughter to the East Coast. With her biting wit and relatable humor, Whitley is ready to deliver a fresh, intimate comedy experien

(Los Angeles, Calif.) — BELLE COLLECTIVE: BIRMINGHAM , OWN’s newest franchise and first-ever Belle Collective spin-off, is set to premiere on Friday, April 10 at 9pm ET/PT featuring a powerful collective of southern Belles in the rising cultural mecca of Birmingham, Alabama. At the center of it all is powerhouse entrepreneur and visionary, Stormi Steele , founder and CEO of wildly successful brand, Canvas Beauty. The new series will debut immediately following Belle C

Pictured in thumbnail: (L to R) Jason Foster, President of Destination Crenshaw, Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, actor Aldis Hodge (Cross), and Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP, gather at the Destination Crenshaw activation during the NAACP Image Awards, celebrating Black art, culture, and community along the historic Crenshaw corridor. Click to View Video | Photo and Video Courtesy Credit: Jamal Josef

Photo Courtesy Credit: Arnold Turner Blacc Sam addresses the crowd during the dedication ceremony, reflecting on his brother Nipsey Hussle and the lasting impact of his vision on the Crenshaw community. LOS ANGELES — Hundreds of community members gathered in Hyde Park for the dedication of Nipsey Hussle Square. Family members of Nipsey Hussle (Ermias Joseph Asghedom) including his partner Lauren London, his brother Blacc Sam, his parents and more gave remarks in his honor. R

LOS ANGELES / SAN FRANCISCO — After a powerful Super Bowl weekend premiere and the national broadcasts on BET, the 27th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration is now available to stream in its entirety on YouTube , giving audiences worldwide the opportunity to watch, re-watch, and share this unforgettable night of music, faith, football, and culture.Hosted by NFL MVP and broadcaster Cam Newton , this year’s special delivers a cinematic, story-driven production anchored