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Lacey Chabert returns with new 'Celebrations' for community role models Kicking off a week of new and sincere, uplifting, unscripted episodes, the second season of “Celebrations with Lacey Chabert” returns. The show follows Chabert as she surprises deserving kids, familie...

For The Philadelphia Tribune spoke with Lacey Chabert about season 2 Celebrations with Lacey Chabert

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Long-awaited 'Happy Gilmore' sequel finally makes it to the big screen Summer movies are in full gear, and they don’t simply include superhero and action films. On Friday, the sequel to one of the most popular comedies of the 1990s, starring

Aye had the chance to chop it up with the Sandman and company for Happy Gilmore 2 out on Netflix today for The Philadelphia Tribune

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In this 'Fantastic Four,' familial bonds is the ultimate superpower “The Fantastic Four” was first issued in a comic book in 1961, and in that spirit writers Josh Friedman, Eric Pearson, Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer tackled the 2025 version.

Fresh out the kitchen is my review of the Fantastic 4 for The Philadelphia Tribune a film I really enjoyed

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Essence Fest 2025 pays homage to Black women everywhere During the Fourth of July weekend, women nationwide assembled their closest friends and family members to travel to New Orleans for the annual ESSENCE Festival of Cultural.

My first piece for Philadelphia Tribune about Essencefest dropped

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For Coogler and Hodges, Black female experience is the priority in 'Ironheart' The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s “Ironheart” is currently ranked as the No. 1 most streamed show on Disney+. The series follows Dominique Thorne’s Riri Williams, an MIT student, after the events

For The Philadelphia Tribune I spoke to Ryan Coogler and Chinaka Hodge about the new Disney + show Iron Heart

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Maggie Q and cast on what to expect from 'Bosch' spinoff Coming from the “Bosch” universe is “Ballard,” a spinoff continuing to bring Michael Connelly’s popular novels, the Harry Bosch series, to life.

For The Philadelphia Tribune I got a chance to interview the cast of the Bosch spinoff Ballard

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Damson Idris brings a real life 'F1' experience to the big screen Damson Idris first gained recognition to the American public through the FX series "Snowfall" in 2017 as Franklin Saint, a determined 19-year-old drug dealer in Los Angeles. He portrayed this

F1 is an absolute blast and the racing is top tier I reviewed I for The Philadelphia Tribune

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Damson Idris brings a real life 'F1' experience to the big screen Damson Idris first gained recognition to the American public through the FX series "Snowfall" in 2017 as Franklin Saint, a determined 19-year-old drug dealer in Los Angeles. He portrayed this

I had a great time talking to Damson Idris for The Philadelphia Tribune about F1 out today in theaters worldwide

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Marvel's new show, 'Ironheart,' showcases a young, Black woman's viewpoint “Ironheart” is the most recent Marvel television show. Ryan Coogler, the Academy Award-nominated director and producer, and his wife, Zinzi Coogler, are producing the show this time around.

For The Philadelphia Tribune I reviewed the new Disney + series Ironheart out today

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Simone Missick and David Oyelowo for Government Cheese currently streaming on Apple TV +

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Dominique Thorne on being a young, Black superhero in the MCU Riri Williams finally makes the leap from film to television. In “Ironheart,” MIT student Riri returns to her Chicago home after the events of the “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” There,

For the Philadelphia Tribune I spoke with Dominique Thorne about the new Disney + series #IronHeart

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New 'Magic City' docuseries gives viewers a look by the curtain Atlanta’s Magic City, the premier strip club, is as synonymous with the city’s culture as its thriving music scene. Magic City has been a legendary Atlanta institution and launchpad for

For The Philadelphia Tribune I previewed the upcoming STARZ docu series Magic City

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The Roots Picnic 2025 rings in Black Music Month right The Roots Picnic 2025 was off to a rough start Saturday, with the weather delaying the festival's start for two hours. Some new acts made their festival debut, and some

Hot out the kitchen my Roots Picnic recap. Words and Pics my me 😎💅🏾 for The Philadelphia Tribune

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Tyler Perry's 'She the People' mixes humor with politics, family drama “She the People” stars two TV veterans with Terri J. Vaughn from “The Steve Harvey Show” and Jo Marie Payton from “Family Matters.” The two have teamed up for the

For The Philadelphia Tribune I spoke to the amazing Terry Vaughn and Jo Marie Payton who star in the new Netflix series “She The People”

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Tramell Tillman on representing the possible in new 'Mission: Impossible' Tramell Tillman, widely recognized for his breakout role as Seth Milchick in the Apple TV+ hit “Severance,” is now showcasing his versatility in the “Mission: Impossible” franchise.

For The Philadelphia Tribune I spoke with the amazing Tramell Tillman who is in Mission Impossible : Dead Reckoning out today

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Cannes Film Festival, a celebration of international cinema The Cannes Film Festival stands as a prominent and long-standing global cinematic event. It has increasingly become a key venue for premieres of films that later gain recognition during awards

For The Philadelphia Tribune here are some films I saw at Cannes

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Cannes' "The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo" Celebrates Trans Women Set in the early days of the AIDS epidemic in Chile, "The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo" emphasizes humor, family, and love.

One of my favorite films from Cannes
Was The Mysterious Gaze of The Flamingo
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Mara Brock Akil's 'Forever' shows young Black love in a positive light “Forever” is one of Judy Blume’s most acclaimed novels. Originally released in 1975, it centers around the story of Katherine Danziger and Michael Wagner. It focuses on young teenage love

For the Philadelphia Tribune I reviewed the amazing new Netflix show Forever by Mara Brock Akil out today

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At the movies this summer, viewers get a bit of everything Summer is the season for large, entertaining films that promote a sense of community among filmgoers. While blockbusters are popular, more personal, often non-English films provide romance for those s...

For The Philadelphia Tribune I previewed some summer films audiences should look for

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The 'Thunderbolts*' rag-tag team brings humor and new life to MCU The Marvel Cinematic Universe has faced a dilemma following the loss of some of its core personnel in recent years. Its films have made money, but the stories have been

For Philadelphia Tribune I reviewed the fun new #marvel film #thunderbolts

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David Oyelowo, Simone Missick on new comedy-drama 'Government Cheese' Apple TV+’s new surrealist comedy-drama series, “Government Cheese” created by Paul Hunter and Aeysha Carr, is a redemption story set with historical overtones. Set in 1969 in the San Fernando

For The Philadelphia Tribune I had the pleasure of speaking with David Oyelowo and Simone Missick for the new AppleTv + showw Government Cheese

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Viewers find warmth, and themselves, in the arctic 'North of North' There has been a yearning for more Native American representation that isn’t rooted in trauma but instead showcases a modern twist. “North of North,” currently streaming on Netflix, is that

I had the pleasure of speaking with Anna Lambe about the new Netflix show North of North for The Philadelphia Tribune

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New 'Godfather of Harlem' season brings more drama and history The return of “Godfather of Harlem’s” fourth season has delighted millions of fans captivated by the dramatized life and story of Bumpy Johnson.

For The Philadelphia Tribune I got a chance to speak with the cast of Godfather of Harlem currently streaming

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The Gospel According to ‘Sinners’: Coogler’s Haunting Ode to Black Roots By Kathia Woods | Special to The OBSERVER “Sinners” marks Ryan Coogler's first stand-alone feature since Fruitvale Station. The Academy Award-nominated

Ryan Coogler's latest film, "Sinners," redefines the horror genre while honoring its roots. Starring Michael B. Jordan and a talented cast, it explores ancestral traditions and societal issues. Check out our full review by @kathiawoods.bsky.social ➡️ sacobserver.com/2025/04/the-...

'Side Quest' anthology series explores community and belonging The new American comedy anthology TV series “Side Quest,” a spin-off to “Mythic Quest,” features four standalone episodes that are set in the “Mythic Quest” world. Created by Ashley Burch,

For The Philadelphia Tribune I wrote about the fun new Apple TV + show Sidequest
Streaming now

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Ryan Coogler pays homage to his Southern roots in 'Sinners' For Ryan Coogler’s fifth feature-length film, “Sinners” is a most deeply rooted Black film in terms of cultural representation. It’s an homage to his southern roots and his two grandfathers,

For @philadelphiatribune I spoke with Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan for their new film Sinners

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WSJ EDITORIAL BOARD: “.. The Supreme Court has repeatedly held that the government may not use federal benefits or funds to coerce parties to surrender their constitutional rights. This is what the Administration is doing ..”

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The Gospel According to ‘Sinners’: Coogler’s Haunting Ode to Black Roots By Kathia Woods | Special to The OBSERVER “Sinners” marks Ryan Coogler's first stand-alone feature since Fruitvale Station. The Academy Award-nominated

For @sacobserver.com I reviewed the new Ryan Coogler film Sinners out this Friday

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Stars of 'G20' discuss family bonds in new action movie When terrorists seize control of the G20 summit in Cape Town, South Africa, U.S. President Danielle Sutton (Viola Davis) must protect her family, fellow world leaders, and the world with

Had a chance to speak with Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin
and Christopher Farrar for the new Prime Video film G20

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