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Taraji P. Henson’s Foundation Offers Free Virtual Therapy for Underserved Communities

The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation, a non-profit combating mental health issues in the Black community, wants to reach those struggling with life changes triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Shani Saxon Apr 15, 2020 4:00PM EDT

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Artists Get Creative While Social Distancing

Whether it’s sit-down interviews or literature, folks are finding cool ways to stay entertained.

N. Jamiyla Chisholm Apr 9, 2020 12:45PM EDT

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'Hidden Figures'' Katherine Johnson Passes Away at Age 101

Called the “human computer” for her way with numbers, Johnson reached for the stars and gave her nation the moon.

N. Jamiyla Chisholm Feb 25, 2020 1:30PM EST

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Tyler Perry Gives Mic Drop-Worthy Speech on Black Power at BET Awards

The filmmaker shouted out the brilliance of Black women and creative ownership when he accepted the Ultimate Icon Award.

N. Jamiyla Chisholm Jun 24, 2019 4:04PM EDT

On 'The Best of Enemies': Hollywood Must Stop Using Black People as Narrative Devices

Tambay Obenson writes that the film relegates Black people to “supporting roles in their own fight for freedom and recognition.”

Tiarra Mukherjee Apr 11, 2019 5:25PM EDT

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ICYMI: 9 Women of Color Accuse Hollywood 'Gatekeeper' of Sexual Harrassment

Manager Vincent Cirrincione, whose clients included Halle Berry and Taraji P. Henson, allegedly used his reputation for breaking famous Black actresses into a competitive industry to proposition and sexually harass them.

Sameer Rao Feb 5, 2018 4:45PM EST