Michael Blackmon
“Big Mouth” Confronts Its Race Problem
The animated Netflix series gives its Black, brown, and queer characters more depth this season. (Spoilers ahead.)
Michael Blackmon
“I Think He’s Selfish”: How Friendships Have Been Tested During The Pandemic
With coronavirus cases rising exponentially, people are living at different levels of risk. And it’s causing a strain with some of their closest relationships.
Michael Blackmon
How Have Your Close Relationships Changed This Year?
Has the pandemic affected how you navigate your closest relationships? We want to know.
Michael Blackmon
The New Season Of "The Crown" Spotlights Princess Diana, And It Doesn't Disappoint
The Netflix series does an exceptional job reckoning with the legacy of the beloved princess. But reporters who covered her when she was still alive say she'll always be a mystery.
Michael Blackmon
Alex Trebek, The Longtime Host Of The Iconic Game Show “Jeopardy,” Has Died
The game show host had revealed his pancreatic cancer diagnosis last year.
Michael Blackmon
Struggling With Election Anxiety? Read This.
Some psychologists offer helpful advice for Nov. 3 and beyond.
Michael Blackmon
Ariana Grande’s New Album Is Her Filthiest Yet. It’s Also Her Most Contemplative.
File Positions under “the horniest music of the year.”
Michael Blackmon
People Who Aren’t Voting Explain Why
Even with historic turnout projected for this election, some eligible voters are still opting out.
Michael Blackmon
People Are Obsessed With This Video Of Voters In Philadelphia Doing The "Cha Cha Slide"
"Nothing and no one is getting in the way of our joy and our vote!"
Michael Blackmon
The White House Chief Of Staff Said The Trump Administration Is "Not Going To Control The Pandemic"
The top Trump aide told CNN that the administration was not going to control the pandemic as coronavirus cases surge across the country.
Michael Blackmon
Is The Shade Room Too Toxic To Function?
The Instagram account quickly became one of the most prominent platforms in the celebrity gossip arena, but it has attracted criticism for the way it covers LGBTQ celebrities.
Michael Blackmon
Have You Decided Not To Vote In The Election? Tell Us Why.
It’s one of the most important elections in modern history, but some people are still sitting it out.
Michael Blackmon
Mariah Carey’s New Book Is More Revealing Than You’d Think
The singer’s new memoir delves into the reasons for her over-the-top persona.
Michael Blackmon
More Than 20 Years Later, The World Still Wants To Know What Happened Between Monica And Brandy
On Monday night’s Verzuz faceoff, the two iconic ‘90s singers left the past behind.
Michael Blackmon
Six Great TV Shows To Stream This Weekend
From the latest season of Real Housewives of New York to Hulu’s new series The Great.
Tomi Obaro
A Lot Of Celebrities Are Being Useless Right Now
Many statements from celebrities and brands about George Floyd’s death and Black Lives Matter protests feel like hollow attempts to be on the right side of history.
Michael Blackmon
How Black Barbers And Stylists Are Preparing To Reopen
"If we do not open up by the 30th of [May], I will be doing hair in my house. At this point, we have no income.”
Michael Blackmon
This Is Why People Are Mad At Lana Del Rey
The artist's Instagram post ignores the contributions many women of color have made to the kind of confessional music Del Rey claims to have popularized.
Michael Blackmon
Netflix's "Hollywood" Oversimplifies The Lives Of The Stars It Tries To Honor
The new Netflix drama is supposed to be a progressive reenvisioning of classic 1940s Hollywood. But the fantasy feels superficial. (Spoilers ahead.)
Michael Blackmon
Let’s Talk About Grooming
How are you managing to keep your appearance the way you prefer it? We want to hear from you.
Michael Blackmon
