Oprah Winfrey is sinking deeper into her acting roots as evident in her recent projects for OWN and now for HBO.
Winfrey is attached to star in The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks – a film that has taken almost five years to come to fruition.
The first trailer for OWN’s new family drama, Greenleaf starring Oprah Winfrey who is returning to scripted television after long hiatus – has been released.
Gender equality is sadly still an issue that needs to be tackled and some of the world’s most esteemed entertainers are banding together to help eradicate the debilitating symptoms that refuse to disappear, despite centuries of protests.
Rebel Wilson doesn’t care for The Kardashians, which isn’t unusual since most people generally tend to share that sentiment. It is hard to internalize the fact that a sex tape can translate into a million dollar empire that is still growing. But this is America – the land of realized dreams – anything is possible.
The late poet extraordinaire, Maya Angelou was feted in DC on Tuesday during a ceremony that officially unveiled a stamp that was initiated in her honor. The affair was attended by the likes of Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey as both ladies gave stirring speeches to remind us why Angelou is worthy of being added to a revered American institution.
Selma director and respected filmmaker, Ava DuVernay is currently making the rounds at SXSW and while hosting an insightful session, she opened up about the trials and tribulations that plagued the genesis of the film that will undoubtedly become required viewing for years to come.
Essence magazine held its annual Black Women in Hollywood luncheon at the Beverly Wilshire on Thursday and the room was filled to the brim with women of color who have the talent, looks and drive to run the world.
Mo’Nique won a best supporting actress Oscar back in 2010 for her memorable work in Lee Daniels’ affecting film, Precious. It was a major victory that gave the actress and former talk show host the confidence to finally navigate an industry that adheres to stringent rules and regulations that limit talents of color indefinitely.
Oprah Winfrey and celebrated filmmaker Ava DuVernay must have had a magical time on the set of Selma because they are carrying over their collaborative efforts to a new project that is set to air on OWN.
Selma, Alabama will welcome the name behind the movie that resurrected the glory of Martin Luther King Jr. for a generation that wasn’t adequately privy to the legacy cemented by the late civil rights activist.