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16 Black Americans Who Are Members Of The Billionaire Club
The list of Black American billionaires features visionaries who have built massive empires across technology, private equity, media, sports, and entertainment. As of 2026, here are 16 prominent U.S.-based Black Americans...
7/9/2026
22 Black-owned brands to shop this summer
From swimwear to beach gear to hosting gifts, beauty, kids’ entertainment, and more, we’ve gathered top Black-owned brands. Summer has
7/8/2026
‘Who Made Up That?’: Jill Scott Turns the Tables on Fans Who Invented a Rift Between Her and Lauryn Hill with One Bombshell Admission
Neo-soul singer Jill Scott has come forward to set the record straight regarding nasty rumors about her and Lauryn Hill. Word on the street is […] ‘Who Made Up That?’: Jill Scott Turns the Tables on Fans Who Invented a Rift Between Her and Lauryn Hill with One Bombshell Admission
7/2/2026
Before Instagram, Millions of Black Americans Flipped Straight to the Middle to See Jet’s ‘Beauty of the Week’— Now One Former Model Reveals What Really Happened Behind Her Iconic Photos
Dawn Montgomery was an aspiring model from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, who attended college in Atlanta and later became an example of black beauty. In 2004, she […] Before Instagram, Millions of Black Americans Flipped Straight to the Middle to See Jet’s ‘Beauty of the Week’— Now One Former Model Reveals What Really Happened Behind Her Iconic Photos
7/2/2026
‘Excited and disappointed’: Jaylen Brown speaks out after trade to 76ers
After ten seasons with the Boston Celtics, news broke that Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. Jaylen
7/2/2026
Meet Yinka Ogunbiyi, the woman behind the world’s first hair braiding robot
HaloBraid aims to cut braid appointments in half, ease the physical toll on stylists, and give Black women back their
7/2/2026
Black Mississippi Woman Lost 11 Years Behind Bars Before Court Exposed the Evidence Her Own Lawyer Never Showed the Jury
A Black woman who served 11 years in prison for murder was freed this week on bond after the Mississippi Supreme Court sided with a […] Black Mississippi Woman Lost 11 Years Behind Bars Before Court Exposed the Evidence Her Own Lawyer Never Showed the Jury
7/2/2026
The 2026 BET Awards posts highest ratings since 2019
The awards reported a 50% year-over-year growth in television impressions, as well as an increase in engagement rates across digital
7/2/2026
Lori Harvey Joins Kevin Hart’s Gran Coramino As Chief Creative Advisor
Harvey will serve as Gran Coramino's chief creative advisor, leading the company's new "Coramino Woman" initiative
7/2/2026
New Data Shows June Job Growth Falling Well Below Initial Projections
Revised data from the Labor Department also revealed that job growth in April and May was significantly weaker than initially projected.
7/2/2026
PlayStation Will No Longer Release Physical Games. That Should Worry You
Sony announced that physical games will no longer be produced for PlayStation. The move affects both first-party and third-party games.
7/2/2026
‘I Just Got My Name Back’: Tisha Campbell Draws a Hard Line After Man 24 Years Younger Turns on the Charm with One Bold Request
Since her 2020 tumultuous divorce, Tisha Campbell has glowed up and is attracting new suitors. Men have been coming at the “Martin” star aggressively with […] ‘I Just Got My Name Back’: Tisha Campbell Draws a Hard Line After Man 24 Years Younger Turns on the Charm with One Bold Request
7/2/2026
14 Black tennis players to know at Wimbledon this year
From Serena and Venus Williams to Frances Tiafoe and more, we round up the Black tennis players at Wimbledon you
7/2/2026
Essence Festival 2026 Performer Brandy’s Best Beauty Moments
In honor of the 2026 Essence Festival performer being honored at Black Women in Music, we’re sharing our favorite beauty moments from the Grammy-winning singer.
7/2/2026
TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett Maxed Out Her 401(K) On A $26,000 Salary And Built Generational Wealth
TIAA President and CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett says one of the smartest financial decisions she ever made came when she was earning just $26,000 a year. The Fortune 500 executive...
7/2/2026
Savannah James and April McDaniel launch Signed to grow their women-focused brands
The new holding company will unite Crown+Conquer, Let It Break and the “Everybody’s Crazy” podcast while laying the foundation for
7/2/2026
‘This is Heartbreaking’: Danny Glover’s Daughter Started Noticing Something Was Wrong Long Before Doctors Had an Answer
Danny Glover, 79, made the shocking announcement about his health for the first time. The beloved “Lethal Weapon” star has slowly pulled back from the […] ‘This is Heartbreaking’: Danny Glover’s Daughter Started Noticing Something Was Wrong Long Before Doctors Had an Answer
7/2/2026
‘We’re competing with Jordan?’ Angela Simmons reveals how Pastry Sneakers evolved into a $75M brand on par with Jordan Brand
The sneaker company launched by Simmons and her sister, Vanessa, became a staple in late-2000s and early 2010s fashion. Once
6/29/2026
‘It Sneaks Up on You’: Tiffany Haddish Says a String of Losses Led to Her DUI Arrests as Prosecutors Fight Bid to Dismiss Her Case
Emmy- and Oscar-winning Tiffany Haddish is still fighting to clear her name after her life and career spiraled out of control. In 2022, the “Girls […] ‘It Sneaks Up on You’: Tiffany Haddish Says a String of Losses Led to Her DUI Arrests as Prosecutors Fight Bid to Dismiss Her Case
6/29/2026
The Black Cookout Is An American Institution: Why It’s Important
The Black July 4 cookout celebrates family, community, and cultural heritage through food, music, and shared traditions.
6/29/2026
Deion Sanders proclaims himself ‘cancer free’ one year after bladder cancer diagnosis
The Colorado head coach documented his journey on social media, including a lengthy hospital stay that had many skeptical he
6/29/2026
94% of Gen Z Professionals Have Been Hurt By Career Advice on Social Media: Report
Young professionals are turning to Instagram and TikTok for more than just likes, fun, and entertainment — they’re using it for career advice, which many say has negatively impacted their...
6/29/2026
Monroe Alise, Possibility, And The Power Of Staying Ready
Monroe Alise's life is evidence that the dream is not always loud when it begins; sometimes it starts with a long drive, a tired body, and a prayer.
6/29/2026
How NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert Series gave BET its flowers for Black Music Month
The popular music program set out this June on a mission to honor an entity that has been a constant
6/29/2026