Black Lives Matter

Why a Return to "Business as Usual" Isn't Possible for Hollywood

Between modifications necessary to combat COVID-19 and a reckoning on racial diversity, a change is coming for Hollywood.

June 11, 2020

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

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

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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

Update!

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

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

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

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

Nicole Byer Writes Poignant Script for Parents On How To Explain Black Lives Matter To Kids

Nailed It's Nicole Byer created a script for parents to use while talking to their children about the Black Lives Matter movement: "Raise kids who give a f--k "

June 4, 2020

Ashton Kutcher Says the Phrase "All Lives Matter" Is "Missing the Point" in Tearful Message

Ashton Kutcher addressed fans that commented "All Lives Matter" on his social media post in a tearful video message, telling them that they're "missing the point."

June 3, 2020

Meghan Markle Reflects on Her Experience With Racism in Resurfaced 2012 Video

A 2012 video of Meghan Markle standing up against racism has resurfaced. In it, the Duchess of Sussex detailed her past experiences with racism as a biracial woman.

June 2, 2020

Hairstylist Jen Atkin Applauds Protester Who Spray Painted "Black Lives Matter" on Her Billboard

Jen Atkin showed her support after a protester wrote "Black Lives Matter" on her OUAI hair care billboard.

June 2, 2020

Lizzo Breaks Down in Tears as She Addresses Racism Amid George Floyd Protests

During an emotional Instagram Live, Lizzo tearfully addressed the rising tensions in Minneapolis, Minn. in the wake of the protests honoring George Floyd's death.

June 1, 2020