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U.S. Library Of Congress: Queen Latifah & Daddy Yankee Make History As First Female Rapper & First Reggaetonero To Have Their Music Added

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U.S. Library Of Congress - Queen Latifah & Daddy Yankee Make History As First Female Rapper & First Reggaetonero To Have Their Music Added

ALL HAIL THE QUEEN! YES – we love to see it! New Jersey rap legend Queen Latifah is making history as she becomes the first female rapper to have her music added to the highly-esteem U.S. Library of Congress! Also making history is Latin superstar and Reggaetonero Daddy Yankee, whose 2004 classic “Gasolina” becomes the … Read more

Black Excellence: Patti LaBelle Honored With ‘Music Icon’ Prize At TheGrio Awards, Joins Queen Latifah, Fantasia & More For Show-Stopping Performance

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Patti LaBelle proved once again why she’s considered one of the greatest singers of our time as she graced the stage at TheGrio Awards. The ceremony, which celebrated African-American excellence, was filmed back in October but didn’t air until last weekend on CBS, and fans haven’t been able to stop talking about the show ever … Read more

Queen Latifah Embraces ‘Honest & Genuine’ Identity: ‘I Didn’t Know I Was A Girl, I Had To Be Told’

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Queen Latifah Embraces Honest & Genuine Identity: ' Didn't Know I Was A Girl, I Had To Be Told

Queen Latifah is embracing her “honest and genuine” identity and celebrating the “freedom” to be herself! During an acceptance speech at TheGrio Awards, Latifah opened up about her evolving sense of identity. RELATED: Queen Latifah Shouts Out Partner Eboni Nichols During Her Acceptance Speech At BET Awards Queen Latifah Embraces ‘Honest & Genuine’ Identity: ‘I … Read more

Queen Latifah Is The Leading Lady In Netflix New Film ‘End Of The Road’

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Who would have thought that a simple family road trip would turn into witnessing a murder, stealing money and so much more? Well in the new Netflix film ‘End Of The Road’ that’s exactly what happens. Queen Latifah and Ludacris play siblings and the mother and uncle to two young actors, Mychala Lee, and Shaun Dixon in … Read more

Adam Sandler And Queen Latifah Star In Netflix All New Film ‘Hustle’

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LeBron James production company Spring Hill have partnered with Netflix for an all-new movie ‘Hustle’ starring Adam Sandler, Queen Latifah and many more.  Hollywood Unlocked was on the blue carpet as the cast and crew walked the carpet for the world premiere at Westwood village theatre in Westwood CA where we talked with the stars … Read more

Queen Latifah Shouts Out Partner Eboni Nichols During Her Acceptance Speech At BET Awards

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During her acceptance speech at the BET Awards, Queen Latifah declared her love for her longtime partner Eboni Nichols. RELATED STORIES: Coi Leray Claps Back At Body Shamers Making Fun Of Her Appearance At The BET Awards: “I Hope All Yall Mothers Got Beach Bodies” The declaration was made while she accepted her Lifetime Achievement award … Read more

2021 BET Awards: A Night Honoring Women And More Surprises!

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#CulturesBiggestNight came with dozens of surprises from a baby bump to slight tribute to the King of Pop! Additionally, tonight’s show is paying tribute to the women who have contributed and solidified the culture. RELATED STORIES: French Montana Reveals What He’s Looking Forward To At The BET Awards Throughout the 2021 #BET Awards, host Taraji P. … Read more

Samuel E. Wright, Voice Of Sebastian In ‘The Little Mermaid,’ Passes Away At 74

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Samuel E. Wright, Voice Of Sebastian In The Little Mermaid, Passes Away At 74

Samuel E. Wright, Voice Of Sebastian In ‘The Little Mermaid,’ Passes Away At 74 Two-time Tony-nominated actor Samuel E. Wright, who voiced the Trinidadian-accented crab named “Sebastian” in the 1989 film ‘The Little Mermaid,’ has died at 74. On Monday evening (May 24), Wright peacefully passed away at his home in Walden, New York after a … Read more

HU Exclusive: Giving You The Keys To The Royal Red Carpet At The 2018 Black Girls Rock!

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HU Exclusive: Giving You The Keys To The Royal Red Carpet At The 2018 Black Girls Rock!

On August 26, many celebrities gathered together to celebrate another year of black women and black excellence at the 2018 Black Girls Rock Awards!

Hollywood Unlocked was front and center on the royal red carpet where we got to speak to a few celebs who were there to honor the achievements of Black women across a variety of industries.

We talked with stars like Skai Jackson, Kyla Pratt, Rapsody and more who all shared how important it is to highlight and support women who are are making major contributions to the world, like Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige, dance pioneer Judith Jamison and many more.

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The big award show will air live on BET September 9th. The evening, hosted by Queen Latifah, honored Janet Jackson, Naomi Campbell, Lena Waithe and more, as well as paid tribute to Aretha Franklin.

Press Play above to watch the full red carpet and let us know your definition of a black girl who rocks in the comment box below!

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