Follow @939WKYS on Twitter and Instagram Singer Ari Lennox is having an amazing 2019 after the release of her debut album “ Shea Butter Baby .” The Washington, D.C. native blends Neo-Soul with new school vibes. “Shea Butter Baby” is the perfect album for the young millennial woman of today. Songs like “BMO” and “New Apartment” gives the feeling that Ari is a woman who knows what she wants, willing to get it but still show vulnerability and femininity. ALSO WATCH Voices: Ari Lennox “From “Elephant Eyes” To “Shea Butter Baby” In the latest episode of Voices, Lennox breaks down the process of creating her debut LP, talks about the songs “Chicago Boy,” “BMO” and “New Apartment” and the possibility of getting a Grammy nomination. Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone. Text KYS to 37890 To Join RELATED: Voices: Kirk Franklin “Don’t Just Preach The Gospel, BE The Gospel” RELATED: Voices: Master P Gets Ready For “I Got The Hook Up 2” & Talks Nipsey Hussle & Zion Williamson [ione_media_gallery src=”https://kysdc.com” id=”3691072″ overlay=”true”]
B lack women are making historic moves in medicine. According to Atlanta Daily World Patrice A. Harris, M.D., M.A. , was sworn in as president of the American Medical Association; making her the first African American woman to be at the helm of the country’s largest collective of physicians and medical students. For the first time in its history the American Medical Association has a Black woman as president! https://t.co/mdvJbXoA2e — #becauseofthemwecan (@Becauseofthem) June 13, 2019 The inauguration ceremony took place in Chicago on Tuesday. During her inaugural speech, Dr. Harris highlighted the issues that she intends to address as she starts her new role. Amongst the things on her agenda are implementing effective strategies to improve healthcare education and training, combating the crisis surrounding chronic diseases, and eliminating barriers to quality patient care. Dr. Harris also hopes to push the conversations about mental health and diversity in the medical field forward. “We face big challenges in health care today, and the decisions we make now will move us forward in a future we help create,” she said in a statement, according to the news outlet. “We are no longer at a place where we can tolerate the disparities that plague communities of color, women, and the LGBTQ community. But we are not yet at a place where health equity is achieved e in those communities. I hope to be tangible evidence for young girls and young boys and girls from communities of color that you can aspire to be a physician. Not only that, you can aspire to be a leader in organized medicine.” Dr. Harris—who has served as an AMA board secretary and AMA board chair—has had a storied medical career thus far. Prior to being appointed to become president of the American Medical Association, she served as the chief health officer of Fulton County, Georgia and has worked with several healthcare organizations to advance their services. She also served as an adjunct professor in Emory University’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Several Black doctors are breaking barriers in the medical field. A group of African American medical professionals recently opened the first Black-owned urgent care center on the South Side of Chicago. SEE ALSO: Chicago Gets Its First Black-Owned Urgent Care Facility Lonnie G. Bunch III Makes History As Smithsonian’s First Black Secretary [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3854335″ overlay=”true”]
T he contributions of mathematicians Mary Jackson , Katherine Johnson , and Dorothy Vaughan will forever be embedded in the fabric of American history. The three women were honored by NASA for pushing space exploration forward. According to NPR , the agency renamed the street in front of its headquarters to celebrate the legacies of the women. NASA has renamed the street in front of its headquarters “Hidden Figures Way” — a tribute to the legacy of black women who played a major role in the space race. https://t.co/KNqBbufynN — NPR (@NPR) June 14, 2019 The proposal for “Hidden Figures Way” was introduced by a group of senators last year. On Wednesday, the loved ones of the women, author Margot Lee Shetterly —who wrote the book Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race —politicians, and supporters watched as the plan came to fruition during a street unveiling ceremony. “Naming this street Hidden Figures Way serves to remind us, and everyone who comes here, of the standard that was set by these women, with their commitment to science and their embodiment of the values of equality, justice and humanity,” said Shetterly during the ceremony. “But, let it also remind us of the Hidden Figures way, which is to open our eyes to [contributions] of the people around us so that their names, too, are the ones that we remember at the end of the story.” NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine says that the recognition of their accomplishments is far overdue. “Here we are, 50 years after the landing of the Apollo 11 moon lander, celebrating those figures who were, at the time, not celebrated.” The three pioneers who broke barriers for African Americans in the space industry have received several honors and accolades. In 2017, NASA named a new space facility after Katherine Johnson. Lego also released a toy set inspired by the women to not only honor their accomplishments but to expose young children of color to career paths in the realm of STEM. SEE ALSO: NASA Names New Space Facility For Katherine Johnson Of ‘Hidden Figures’ Lego Excites Girls About STEM With Toy Set Honoring ‘Hidden Figures’ Pioneers [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3854335″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Jonathan Bachman / Getty The Anthony Davis vocals are officially in for the Los Angeles Lakers . After months of attempts, failed deals and more, the New Orleans Pelicans agreed on Saturday to send Davis, a multi-time All-Star and all-NBA talent to Los Angeles in exchange for Brandon Ingram , Lonzo Ball , Josh Hart , the No. 4 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft and three future first-round picks. The Pelicans have agreed to a deal to trade Anthony Davis to the Lakers for Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, Josh Hart, and three first-round picks – including the No. 4 overall in 2019 Draft, league sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 15, 2019 Monster haul for David Griffin and the Pelicans. They maximized the AD trade without needing a third team. History of Griffin deals typically include strong pick protections, which could made trade even better. And now, LeBron gets his second star in LA. Here we go. https://t.co/Yf6cjlhvv4 — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 15, 2019 For the Pelicans, it’s a giant haul for the all-NBA superstar and for Davis and agent Rich Paul it’s exactly what they’ve wanted since announcing the desire for a trade earlier this year. Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone. Text BOX to 24042 to join! Vegas has already installed the Lakers as title favorites for 2019-2020 after the Raptors clinched their first NBA title on Thursday night against the Warriors. Will the move lead to title No. 4 for LeBron James and the first for the Lakers since the 2010 season? Time will tell. RELATED: Source Says It Was The Lakers Who Leaked Anthony Davis Trade Talk RELATED: Chris Broussard: “Lebron James Isn’t The Best Basketball Player In The World”
The world of sports and music tend to influence each other. Find out whats happening in both worlds as Aladdin will “Run It Back” and give you a fun & exciting recap of what happened during the week! Comment below and tell us how you feel about Drakes New Songs.
The world of sports and music tend to influence each other. Find out whats happening in both worlds as Aladdin will “Run It Back” and give you a fun & exciting recap of what happened during the week! Comment below and tell us how you feel about Drakes New Songs.
Source: Luenell / Richmond Funny Bone Laugh with Luenell as she sits down with Persia Nicole on The Ko-Show to talk about what she calls the assassination of Nipsey Hussle, getting groped by Cuba Gooding Jr. and her favorite sexual position. Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone. Text BALTIMORE to 24042 to join! See Also: Is Kountry Wayne Still Dating Jess Hilarious? See Also: Jess Hilarious Describes How She Cuffed Kountry Wayne In Exclusive Interview
Tami Roman is finally getting the spin-off show she’s been talking about for years, and a whole lot more. It was announced this week by Deadline that the 49-year-old reality star and actress has signed an overall deal with Mona Scott-Young and her Monami Productions, which is behind the Love and Hip Hop franchises, to develop and produce both scripted and “alternative” content. The first project in that lucrative deal is Roman’s reality special, Tami Ever After . It premieres Wednesday, June 19 at 9 p.m. after the premiere of Season 8 of Basketball Wives, which Tami is also on. The special will follow Tami, longtime love and now husband Reggie Youngblood, and the blending of her daughters and his family from Houston. It will also take us through Reggie’s efforts to get Tami to marry him. SEE ALSO: Surprise! Tami Roman And Reggie Youngblood Secretly Married Last Year In addition to that, Tami will be behind a couple other shows on the way, including the docuseries Queen City and Big Oil Houston . Both women are committed to putting the spotlight on Houston, where Tami and her family mainly reside. Mona is very excited about this partnership, telling Deadline , “Tami is a true multi-hyphenate; not only is she a talent on camera, she’s also an incredibly intuitive and creative producer. I love working with smart, dynamic women and Tami Roman is a rock star!” TAMI EVER AFTER premieres WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19TH on @VH1 read full story by @NineDaves on @people https://t.co/pp3sUQgaiz pic.twitter.com/MddDmPmn0e — IG: @TamiRoman (@TamiRoman) June 14, 2019 As for Roman, the Bonnet Chronicles and Saints and Sinners star is grateful to Mona for providing her with yet another opportunity to allow her career to flourish. “I’m so excited about the magic that Mona and I are creating,” she told the publication. “She has always been very supportive of my career and ideas and I’m happy to be a part of her company. This will be an incredible journey.” Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). This is certainly a dream come true for Tami, who said in 2018 that she was ready to do her own thing outside of Basketball Wives because people were getting the wrong impression of her based on her time on the show. “I’ve been a part of the Basketball Wives franchise since 2010 — and it hasn’t been for lack of trying to have my own situation, because we tried several times,” she said at the time. “But I do also think it’s just a matter of timing. They say, ‘If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans,’ and I think you have to do things when it’s ordered by Him — not to get too spiritual. But I feel like it’s the right time for this moment to happen, because people have seen me one way on Basketball Wives for so long and eventually that takes its toll on public perception of you.” SEE ALSO: Tami Roman Details Being Kidnapped, Held Hostage And Sexually Abused [VIDEO] She will finally get the chance to show fans a different side of her, and as she told PEOPLE this week, she’s looking forward to it. “I’m truly excited that my fans will finally get an opportunity to see my crazy family dynamic with my children — Lyric, Jazz — and my boyfriend Reggie,” she said. “It feels good that I have the opportunity to do something a little different in the reality TV space.” Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit “You know, I have grown a lot over the years, and I want my presence on television to be positive and uplifting,” she added. “I want real women with families who have ups and downs to be able to relate to me and feel inspired and empowered knowing they can push through anything.” [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1992210″ overlay=”true”] This story was originally published on MadameNoire.com . ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Maryland Rapper Killed In Shooting Usher Gets Big Ass Head Tattoo [PHOTOS] Sasha Obama Gets Glamed Up As She Goes To Prom [PHOTOS] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Steve Russell / Getty Those who truly won this week was a blur, especially when you have sideline privileges. Meanwhile, the L’s were clear as crystal. Peep the results for this week below, then hit the flip for more winner-loser sensationalism. Winners 1. Drake If you didn’t know, Drake … I mean the Toronto Raptors have been competing in the NBA Finals and they finally took home the championship win against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. While players like Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry were surely celebrating, the Champagne Papi was bringing the dramatics the entire time and it peaked when he gave a speech to the press after Toronto’s win. “This is poetic, you just gotta watch it happen,” Drake started. “I want my chips with the dip. That’s all I know. I don’t want my chips plain I want my chips with the dip. So bring them dips!” Uuuum… Okay. Watch his full dramatic speech below. Drake really came out to do postgame interviews (via @TheCarlanGay ) pic.twitter.com/REbMeVacyW — SLAM (@SLAMonline) June 14, 2019 Of course, the Internet was fully ready to celebrate the athletic skill and 100 percent sportsmanship Drake brought to the Finals games. Drake after the big win last night pic.twitter.com/lkpnG5GM9N — Cornelio G (@CJAG96) June 14, 2019 What a career by Drake: 4 Grammy Awards 27 Billboard Music Awards 6 Billboard No. 1 Hits And now…..NBA Champion! pic.twitter.com/1Q6UIEqkJG — Taijay Blagrove (@taijay_blagrove) June 14, 2019 Don’t be surprised if a full-on mixtape drops about the Raptors’ victory and how chips, without a question, need dip. Drake’s new album cover gonna be like… pic.twitter.com/13Eiz5ZclY — AJ (@ajsmith2369) June 14, 2019 I made this for @Drake and @Applebees pic.twitter.com/2T8D5p9kvw — Chris D'Elia (@chrisdelia) June 14, 2019 Congrats Raptors! …and Drake. Drake now and forever pic.twitter.com/Gayq9FZK2u — SB Nation (@SBNation) June 14, 2019 2. Missy Elliott On Thursday, Missy Elliott became the first female hip hop artist to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and we just have one thing to say… ABOUT DAMN TIME. Missy has been behind countless hits and folks like Michelle Obama and Lizzo made sure the world knew it thanks to their special tributes. pic.twitter.com/YgCqLGRbBk — Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) June 14, 2019 If you still don’t understand how much Missy changed the game, check out her resume here , and we salute her for the many wins she’s achieved throughout her career!
Regina Hall stars as Maya Babanikos in the new Shaft movie. She is the mother of JJ (Jessie T. Usher) and former lover to Shaft (Samuel L. Jackson). Their relationship ended a long time ago but find themselves rekindling their relationship after JJ gets engulfed in the family business. Go figure, Regina and Sam Jackson are two Sagittarius in real life. We caught up with Hall while she was promoting the film and asked her about her zodiac connection to Sam/ Shaft and which sign has caused her heart break in the past. In a separate clip , Hall revealed she uses Monistat on her edges to help them grow. Watch the clip, above. Tiffany Haddish Told Regina Hall To Use Monistat Cream To Regrow Her Edges, And It Worked Sam Jackson: ‘Bruno Mars Is The Frankie Beverly Of Millennials’ [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3028633″ overlay=”true”]
