Will you be watching??? “Birth Of A Nation” Living Poster Nate Parker’s Sundance masterpiece that will hit theaters in October now has a “living poster.” Fox Searchlight reports: Set against the antebellum South, THE BIRTH OF A NATION follows Nat Turner (Nate Parker), a literate slave and preacher, whose financially strained owner, Samuel Turner (Armie Hammer), accepts an offer to use Nat’s preaching to subdue unruly slaves. As he witnesses countless atrocities – against himself and his fellow slaves – Nat orchestrates and uprising in the hopes of leading his people to freedom. If you missed the official trailer, hit the flip to see it.
Madonna Prince Billboard Petition Welp! Some Prince fans are demanding that Madonna share her Prince tribute at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards. They’ve started a petition on Change.org that reads, “We cannot let Madonna be the main and only artist tributing Prince during the 2016 Billboard Awards. He is more than worthy of a better choice as a main performer. Please sign and share this petition so that we can get a proper tribute on May 22, 2016. Timing is tight! Spread the word.” One petition supporter suggests Lenny Kravitz, Mint Condition, Sheila E. or Chaka Khan be part of the planned tribute. Madonna worked with Prince for her 1989 album Like A Prayer, performing the duet “Love Song.” Prince also played rhythm on the title track. Do you think Billboard should’ve went in another direction?
Track Queens DeeDee Trotter & The Barber Twins Rock AT&T’s Speed Lab AT&T recently held its annual Speed Lab during the Penn Relays that featured track superstars DeeDee Trotter and the Barber twins who mingled with fans, raised fitness awareness and promoted the upcoming 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio where they’ll hopefully sprint past the world and bring home the Gold again. Hit the flip for a peek into AT&T’s star-studded Speed Lab.
Young Black Americans Are LEAST Likely To Vote A new study shows that young African Americans are not finding their way to the ballot box according to Washington Post : African Americans account for a larger share of Democratic primary voters this year than they did in 2008, but that is because of older black voters, not higher participation by younger black people. Across two dozen states where exit polls were conducted in 2008 and this year, black voters older than 45 grew from 12 percent of the electorate on average in 2008 to 16 percent this year. In those same states, black voters younger than 45 made up 11 percent of voters in 2008 vs. 10 percent this year. Democratic candidates and strategists have stressed the importance this year of all young voters, who heavily favored Obama in both of his election contests — and Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont in this year’s Democratic primaries. But younger Americans are the least likely to turn out in elections: The share of eligible voters ages 18 to 29 who cast ballots fell from a record high of 48 percent in 2008 to 41 percent in the 2012 presidential election, according to the U.S. Elections Project. Fredrick Harris, a political science professor and director of the Institute for Research in African American Studies at Columbia University, said the success of the Black Lives Matter movement should not be measured only by voter turnout or candidate preference. It has succeeded at doing what no other black leaders have done, especially those who have lined up to endorse either Sanders or Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton. “Voting is definitely one way, and I wouldn’t insult my ancestors by telling people they shouldn’t vote, but there are other ways of reimagining and restructuring the world, and that lies in organizing our communities,” said Ashley Williams, a 23-year-old activist who attends the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Discuss.
Morehouse College Has Three Valedictorians Morehouse College is celebrating its 132nd commencement with a record three valedictorians, all with 4.0 GPAs. The three men range in majors from business administration to economics, and are followed closely behind by their salutatorian who has a 3.99 GPA. Morehouse.edu reports: Morehouse College’s 132nd Commencement exercises will be historic as the College recognizes three valedictorians for the first time during 132nd Commencement Exercises. Commencement is set for Sunday, May 15, 2016, at 8 a.m. at Century Campus. The students each graduating with a 4.0 GPA and being recognized jointly as valedictorian for the Class of 2016 are Liam R. Davis, Ian Niemeyer and Willie J. Thompson. Salutatorian is Rami Blair. “The honoring of three of our graduating seniors jointly as valedictorian serves as one proud and significant example of Morehouse College’s commitment to academic excellence — which also ties to one of the College’s strategic focuses of acuity,” said John Silvanus Wilson Jr., president of Morehouse College. “Acuity means striving for the best — both intellectual and personal excellence. These are just a pair of the qualities that embody Morehouse men such as our three valedictorians and salutatorian, and countless scholars who have performed at the highest levels in their respective disciplines. We celebrate these graduating seniors and their successes and will continue to prepare men who demonstrate principles such as acuity and integrity.” Also a Fulbright Scholar, salutatorian Rami Blair graduates with a 3.99 GPA. Blair majored in French language and literature at Morehouse. Congrats to these men of Morehouse turned Morehouse men! What do YOU think of this positive news???
News Anchor Handed A Sweater Live On TV A KTLA news anchor was blasted during her weather report after viewers reportedly “sent emails” to the show complaining about how she was dressed… The video from @KTLA . They handed her a sweater LIVE ON THE AIR because they were “getting a lot of emails.” #KTLA pic.twitter.com/ADPb0poVDS — Megan McGrath (@meg_mcgrath) May 14, 2016 Do you think the weather-woman should have been put on the spot LIVE on TV? Twitter
Must-See Memes Of The Week Back at it agaaaaain with the absolute funniest (and pettiest) meme excellence for your weekend enjoyment. Hit the flip for the funniest memes of the week.
Birdman And Toni Braxton Spotted Together At Concert Is Birdman putting some respek on Toni Braxton ‘s love below? According to TMZ reports, the rapper and Cash Money CEO have been rumored to have hooked up before… The cat started crawling out of the bag when Birdman showed up Sunday for Toni’s Grammy Park performance in Brooklyn. We’re told backstage was sealed off so very few people could see them together, but this pic of the rendezvous got out. Sources tell TMZ … Birdman left with his entourage to go clubbing. It’s unclear if he and Toni had a “run-in” later, but we’re told they’ve been close for years … and have hooked up in the past. Our sources say they’re trying to keep it on the DL, and up until now they have. ‘Nuff respek. If you remember, the duo even made some sweet tender tunes together with his hood classic “Baby You Can Do It”… Do you think Birdman and Toni will be the next Bey and Jay ?? Images via: @iamghettonerd/YT
Todd Tucker “Potty Trains” 4-Month-Old Ace Baby Ace Wells Tucker may only be four months old, but his father Todd already has his little guy getting ready for the future. The proud papa shared a pic of how he’s already getting his baby boy ready for his big boy days and using the potty — before he can even walk. Well, we guess it’s never too soon to get babies used to things they’ll learn later…but it seems a little much to put a 4-month-old on the pot, right? What do you think? On another note, Kandi, Todd, Riley, Kaela, Baby Ace, and Mama Joyce all got together for a Mother’s Day meal yesterday, and took an adorable family photo: Nice! Looks like this crew had a great Mother’s Day. Instagram
Hilarious Lauryn Hill Memes Beloved/hated “legend” Lauryn Hill has been dragged through Hell and back after showing up two hours late to a show (and offering the worst explanation ever ) that sparked endless shade, slander and shots fired across social media. Hit the flip for the funniest Lauryn Hill memes.
