Tag: Diversity
Political Series: We’re Going To Take Our Country Back! The Role...
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In the “Political Series: We’re Going to Take Our Country Back!”, Cynthia Shaffer, Political Editor for Reel Urban News, asked several self-identified...
The New Conversations Shaping Technology Today
This year’s SXSW Interactive conference – an annual event that brings together leaders in technology, media and music – will have two new high-profile...
Finally, Fashion Runway Diversity
From the looks of the runways this season, diversity has finally become a priority for fashion.
From the mix of street-casting kids with models at...
Entertainer of the Year and Best Actor, Michael B. Jordan, NAACP...
In it to win it. Michael B. Jordan swept the NAACP Image Awards on Friday, February 5, taking home the hardware for Creed in...
Media Mogul, Byron Allen files $10 Billion Lawsuit Against The FCC...
“Everyone talks about diversity, but diversity in Hollywood and the media starts with ownership,” Entertainment Studios CEO says
Entertainment Studios Network CEO Byron Allen is...
According To Director, Ava DuVernay, “There’s A Belonging Problem In Hollywood.”
“Who dictates who belongs? The very body who dictates that looks all one way,” “Selma” director says at Sundance
Ava DuVernay has more to say...
#OscarSoWhite Creator Believes Cheryl Boone Isaac is Fighting An Uphill Battle
“She is fighting an uphill battle,” April Reign tells TheWrap about Cheryl Boone Isaac’s call for change in the face of criticism
Now that Academy...
The Academy Awards Official Statement On The Lack Of Diversity
I’d like to acknowledge the wonderful work of this year’s nominees. While we celebrate their extraordinary achievements, I am both heartbroken and frustrated about...
Oscar Winner, Cuba Gooding Jr., Seeks Comprehensive Storytelling And A More...
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Cuba Gooding Jr. won an Oscar in 1997 for his work in “Jerry Maguire,” but almost two decades later, the Academy...
Oscar Nominations Receive An “F” For Lack OF Diversity
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Last year’s Oscar nominations drew howls of protests for their lack of diversity. This year, it’s even worse.
“Creed” was written and...