Actors

Hayden Panettiere's diverse acting career spans over 3 decades, from soap operas to blockbuster films and acclaimed TV shows.

Denzel Washington's powerful performances in 'Fences' resonated deeply with D.L. Hughley, reflecting universal Black experiences.

This wasn't about Oyelowo discussing the nuances of dialect; it was how he described his idea of Southern Black blackness that ticked folks off.

The city of Hollywood came together for a deeply moving ceremony on Thursday, November 20th, to honor the late, great Chadwick Boseman. The actor, whose powerful career included transforming performances as Black Panther, Jackie Robinson, and James Brown, was posthumously awarded the 2,828th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It was a beautiful, emotional day […]

When a black actor or actress delivers a flawless performance in an American project, one is probably inclined to assume they’re American…until the press run, that is. Many British actors have risen to prominence in Hollywood by studying and mastering American accents, not only showing their own range and versatility, but bringing depth and authenticity […]

Jones, the rare actor who achieved EGOT status, earned every single one of his honors and awards the Black way: with discipline, dedication and the determination to become a master of his craft.

Kingsley Ben-Adir understood the assignment when becoming Bob Marley.

Despite the rehashed of conversations about unfair wages for black actresses, Vivica A. Fox says “she’s good.” When asked about Taraji P. Henson’s claims of unequal pay, the Set It Off actress revealed to TMZ that she “did not have that experience.” Although Fox makes it clear that she does not related, she did also […]

Golden Globes down; next? Primetime Emmys! While we love the nominees, we couldn't help but think of a few strong Black leads who got snubbed.

The actor became visibly emotional as she detailed the financial expense of managing her career and how she and other Black actors are underpaid for their work.

The highly respected television producer and writer Norman Lear died at the age of 101 earlier this week, leaving behind a storied body of work which includes prominent Black sitcoms such as "Good Times" & "The Jeffersons".

We created a gallery of our favorite artists turned actors and some of our favorite scenes from them! Click inside to check it out!