Black Lives Matter

Kandi Burruss Tears Up Recalling Talks With Her Kids About Police Brutality

Kandi Burruss tells Andy Cohen how she's had to explain to her son about police brutality and says what her daughter Riley Burruss has done to her friend circle regarding Black Lives Matter.

June 11, 2020

Megan Rapinoe Urges Fans to “Use Your Voice” In Inspiring Message

During her visit to The Late Show, soccer star Megan Rapinoe encouraged viewers to "use your voice" in an inspiring message about the importance of activism.

June 11, 2020

Joan Smalls Calls Fashion Industry's Silence "Insulting" Amid the Black Lives Matter Movement

Joan Smalls issued a public call to the fashion industry to demonstrate its solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.

June 11, 2020

Tennis Pro James Blake Details Being Tackled by Police After Mistaken Identity

During his visit to The Tonight Show, tennis star James Blake opened up about his experience with police brutality, recalling being tackled by an officer on his way to the 2015 U.S. Open.

June 11, 2020

The Bachelor Franchise Promised to Diversify, So What Happened?

40 seasons. 18 years. 1 Black lead. Now, a campaign supported by fans and cast members is calling on the ABC reality franchise to commit to making changes

June 11, 2020

Cory Wharton Reacts to MTV's Decision to Cut Ties With Taylor Selfridge

Teen Mom OG star Cory Wharton reveals he's "disappointed and saddened" by MTV's decision to cease their work with his girlfriend Taylor Selfridge

June 11, 2020

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U.S. Women's Soccer Team Calls for Repeal of National Anthem Protest Policy

The U.S. Soccer Federation banned players from kneeling during the national anthem after Megan Rapinoe did so to show solidarity with former NFL player Colin Kaepernick.

June 11, 2020

Fired Officer Charged in George Floyd's Death Released From Jail on Bail

Thomas Lane, one of four former police officers facing charges for their involvement in George Floyd's death, was released from jail Wednesday afternoon after posting $750,000 cash bail.

June 11, 2020

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Faith Stowers Says She Received Private Apology From Lala Kent Amid Vanderpump Rules Drama

Faith Stowers is speaking out after Stassi Schroder and Kristen Doute were fired from Vanderpump Rules. Find out her reaction to the cast’s apologies.

June 10, 2020

Matthew McConaughey Vows to "Do Better as a White Man" in Candid Conversation With Emmanuel Acho

Matthew McConaughey and former NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho sat down for a candid and "uncomfortable" conversation on how to do "better as a white man"

June 10, 2020

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NASCAR's Bubba Wallace Calls to Ban Confederate Flags From Racetracks

"No one should feel uncomfortable when they come to a NASCAR race. So, it starts with Confederate flags," Bubba Wallace told Don Lemon on CNN. "Get them out of here. They have no place for them."

June 10, 2020

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Breonna Taylor's Mom Calls for the Arrest of Police Officers Involved in Her Death

Breonna Taylor's mom Tamika Palmer marks her daughter's birthday by calling for the arrest of police officers involved in her death. See her plea on MSNBC.

June 10, 2020

Michael Seibel Becomes Reddit’s First Black Board Member After Alexis Ohanian’s Resignation

Alexis Ohanian's seat on Reddit’s Board of Directors has been filled by Michael Seibel, making him the company's first Black board member.

June 10, 2020

George Floyd's Brother Delivers Moving Testimony on Police Reform: "Stop the Pain"

George Floyd's brother Philonise Floyd testified in front of the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, June 10. Read his statements regarding police reform.

June 10, 2020

George Floyd's Daughter Gianna Offered Full Scholarship From Texas Southern University

To honor her father George Floyd, Texas Southern University announced that is has offered 6-year-old Gianna Floyd a full scholarship to the university.

June 10, 2020

Tiffany Haddish Recalls Being Helpless Watching Friends "Be Murdered" In Front Of Her

Tiffany Haddish appeared on Late Night With Seth Meyers and spoke about attending a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis.

June 10, 2020

His Life Now: Inside Colin Kaepernick's Long, Inspiring Journey

Nearly four years ago, NFL quarterback Colin Kapernick took a stance against police brutality. And, in the words of his new infamous Nike campaign, believing in something meant sacrificing everything.

June 10, 2020

Niecy Nash Says Police "Pulled a Taser" on Her Son for a "Rolling Stop"

Niecy Nash told The Hollywood Reporter that her son Dominic Nash recently experienced police brutality, sharing that officers "pulled a taser on him for a rolling stop."

June 8, 2020

Terry Crews Responds to Backlash From His Controversial "Black Supremacy" Tweet

Terry Crews took to Twitter to address the backlash he had received for his "black supremacy" tweet, assuring followers that it was made with "hopes to see a better future for Black people."

June 8, 2020

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser Changes Street Name to Black Lives Matter Plaza

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that an intersection near the White House has been renamed to Black Lives Matter Plaza.

June 5, 2020

Hannah Brown Tells Fans They "Should Not Defend" Her After N-Word Controversy

Bachelorette's Hannah Brown urged fans to stop defending her amid backlash for saying the N-word with a moving plea on Instagram.

June 5, 2020

Riverdale Creator Apologizes to Vanessa Morgan and Vows to "Do Better"

Taking to social media, Riverdale creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa apologized to Vanessa Morgan after she called out the show for using her as a "side kick" to its white characters.

June 5, 2020

Tia Mowry Reflects on Growing Up Biracial in Moving Message

Tia Mowry took to Instagram with a moving message about "privilege" as she recalled pivotal moments of her childhood.

June 4, 2020

Tennis Star Coco Gauff Demands "Change Now" During Powerful Speech At Florida Protest

Tennis pro Coco Gauff, 16, gave a powerful speech calling for change while speaking at a Black Lives Matter protest in Delray Beach, Fla

June 4, 2020