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Kicking It One On One With The Cast And Crew Of ‘Aurora: A Love Story’

Cousins! We had the absolute pleasure of ‘Kicking it One on One’ with actors Wakeema Hollis and Tobias Truvillion alongside “ Aurora : A Love Story” director Noel Calloway as they dish on the highly anticipated film! ‘Aurora’ is putting a modern day spin on the often circulated perceptions of love while providing viewers a […]

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Gabrielle Union Hints At A Possible ‘Bring It On Sequel’ Surrounding The East Compton Clovers!

( 📸: The East Compton Clovers. Blaque and Gabrielle Union, in Bring It On. Via Universal Studios ) Cousins! It’s been over 20 plus years since the beloved dramedy of ‘Bring It On’ debut in theaters, however the overall influence of the early 2000’s film is forever present. From the costumes and conversations surrounding culture […]

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Exclusive: The Best Man Cast Reveals That A Leading Gentleman Almost Didn’t Make The Cut For 90s Legendary Film!

Cousins! We are literally only one day away from diving deep into the highly anticipated limited series of ‘The Best Man: The Final Chapters’ ! Originally taking the box office by storm in the late 90s, the newly scheduled series serves as a full circle moment for fans as well as the entire Best Man […]

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“On The Come Up” Star Jamila C. Gray Reveals The List Of Hip Hop Heavy Hitters She Tapped In With To Prepare For Her Big Role!

Cousins! We had the chance to Kick it One on One with actress and leading star Jamila C.Gray of the highly anticipated film “On The Come Up” While speaking to Jamila about the new coming of age story she gave us exclusive tea on the artists she tapped into each day to prepare for her […]

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Queen Latifah ‘No Death Clause’ In Film Contracts Makes Headlines, Again!

-Tamara’Shanay- Cousins! With an iconic career in music, television and film spanning over the last 30 + years it’s without question to say Queen Latifah knows her way around the business of the industry! While making headlines once again surrounding her film contract ‘no death clause’ , it is clear that one element of her […]

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Showtime Announces Upcoming Comedy Pilot Based Off The 90’s Film ‘The Wood’

-Natalee Gilbert- Cousins! Showtime is continuing the narrative of Rick Famuyiwa’s dramedy film, The Wood, through a new series. The television network intends to release it’s take on The Wood sometime soon. But, for now, the cast list has been unveiled! According to Vibe, Richard T. Jones and Tamala Jones are picking things off from […]

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Blac Chyna To Play Crisis Manager Publicist In ‘Secret Society 2’

-Natalee Gilbert- Cousins! Blac Chyna has secured another business opportunity! TMZ reports that the model will be acting in Secret Society 2. Her other co-stars are Reyna Love, Erica Pinkett, Vivica A. Fox, and Jeremy Meeks. In the film, she plays a publicist named Vicky, who specializes in crisis management. Vicky works around the clock […]

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Word On The Street: Cardi B Pulls Out Of Staring Role In Upcoming Comedy Film ‘Assisted Living’ One Week Before Production!

-Tamara’Shanay- Cousins! The upcoming comedy film “Assisted Living” has officially been shelved following reports that Cardi B walked away from the staring role just one week before production was scheduled to begin! According to Deadline, the production company of Paramount Players decided to hit pause on the project until further notice. The film was going […]

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Zendaya Wants To Create A Movie About Two Black Girls In Love, “I Would Love A Coming-Of-Age Story Where Awkward And Funny Things Happen.”

-Avier Wanjou Brass- Cousins! It’s no secret that everything Zendaya touches turns to gold and we are very pleased to know that she doesn’t plan to slow down anytime soon! The youngest-ever Emmy award winner and this year’s CFDA Fashion Icon is looking to add another title to her list as a writer and director. […]

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Shmoney Moves: Cardi B Lands New Movie Role “Assisted Living.”

-Avier Wanjou Brass- Cousins! Mega-rap superstar Cardi B has landed a new role for Paramount in her first comedy movie, Assisted Living.  According to BET, the film will follow Amber (Cardi B), a small-time crook that finds herself in deep trouble when a heist goes wrong. Amber struggles to find a place to hide after […]

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Halle Berry To Make Directorial Debut In New Netflix MMA Film,“Bruised”!

Cousins! Legendary actress Halle Berry is hoping in the director’s chair for her next up and coming project! The film “Bruised” is set to debut on the super streaming service platform of Netflix later this year also staring Halle as MMA fighter Jackie Justice. 📸:Entertainment weekly In an exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly, Halle broke […]

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Bernie Mac Biopic Film Gets Green Light At John Legend Production Company!

Cousins! In honor of the life, legacy and impactful career of comedic legend Bernie Mac , a biopic film is currently in the works with John Legend‘s production company! The news was announced at the 2021 Tribeca Film Festival on Thursday June. 10th by John’s partner Mike Jackson of the ‘Get Lifted company’ reads the […]

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Zendaya Provided All Crew Members Of The Netflix Movie ‘Malcom & Marie’ Shares Of The Film; Making $300,000 In Equity So Far!

Cousins! During one of the most difficult financial years many people have ever experienced, beloved actress Zendaya created a financial structure of her own to assure that the crew of her film #MalcomAndMarie were able to not only capitalize as well but to also gain a bonus pay day! According to Today , the crew […]

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DC Young Fly Lands Role In ‘House Party” Remake Produced By LeBron James!

Cousins! Congratulations are in order as multitalented actor, comedian and artist DC Yung Fly has officially been casted within New Line’s reimagine of the 90s classic film of House Party! The film will be produced by Maverick Carter of TheSpringHill Company alongside NBA all Star LeBron James, reports Deadline. DC will be joining fellow actors […]

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Bridging The Gap Between Hollywood and Inner-City Youth With Brian Hooks!

In our first talk-back of 2021 we had the pleasure of kicking it with legendary comedian, actor, producer and director Brian Hooks! Well known for leading a successful and independent multi-decade career, Hooks is now exploring and creating new opportunities. In a one on one conversation with our founder Tamara’Shanay, Hooks speaks on adjusting to […]

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Black Girl Magic ✨: Marsai Martin Makes History As The Youngest Hollywood Executive Producer In The Industry!

Cousins! Congratulations are in order as Marsai Martin has officially made history as the youngest Hollywood executive producer in the industry at only 16 years old! Marsai took to Instagram yesterday afternoon to announce the major news upon breaking Guinnes world record for being the youngest Hollywood executive on a major production. Y’all…I done broke […]

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Jay-Z Set To Produce New Thriller Film ‘Forty Acres’ For Netflix!

Cousins! Jay-Z is set to put his producer hat back on as he is currently within early development of a thriller film for the super streaming platform of Netflix! According to Deadline; Jay is patterning up with Luke Cage creator Chris Hardin to produce the upcoming film. Sources have confirmed that ‘Forty Acres’ is said […]

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12 Years A Slave Writer Hints At The Batman Comic Staring Black Hero!

Cousins; we’ve got some exciting news; it appears a new day is upon us within the life and times of #Batman as an academy award winning writer has recently hinted at a Black hero saving the day within a newly created series! According to TMZ ; “ 12 Days A Slave” writer #JohnRidley is currently […]

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#BeforeTheHashtag: Actor Jason Mitchell To Star In Biopic Film Surrounding Life Of Sean Bell!

#CousinS; Actor #JasonMitchell has recently been casted the leading role for the biopic film depicting the life of #PoliceBrutality victim #SeanBell ! Sean was murdered at the age of 23 years old by #NewYork police department officials the morning before his wedding. He was exiting a bachelor party celebration with his father and two of […]

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Gabrielle Union Reveals How The Coronavirus Pandemic Has Financially Affected Black Actors Forced To Live Paycheck To Paycheck!

#Cousins; #GabrielleUnion is no stranger to bringing fourth awareness with the utilization of her own platform upon topics that many within the public eye steer away from. Within her latest stride of due diligence Union has advocated for Black actors who have been hit hard financially during the current #COVID19 crisis! Within an Instagram live […]

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AMC Movie Theater To Remain Closed Until Summer Of 2020!

#Cousins, Despite #Georgia state Governor #BrianKemp’s recently forwarded plan to reopen movie theaters as soon as Monday morning; AMC Theaters has come forward to state that they will not reopen anytime soon! According to Vanity Fair, AMC has released an official statement indicating that their company’s venues will remain closed until the summer premier of […]

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“Love Birds” Film Staring Issa Rae And Kumail Nanjiani To Debut On Netflix Following Movie Theater Shutdown!

The #Coronavirus pandemic has placed a pause button upon the release of multiple movie premiers, including the yet released comedy The Love Birds featuring the good cousin #IssaRae and #KumailNanjiani. However you know what they say in Hollywood, THE SHOW MUST GO ON! According to Vibe Magazine, it has recently been announced that the upcoming […]

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Bad Boys 3 Movie Breaks The Box Office For MLK Weekend With $73M Win!

In this day and age it is honestly extremely rare that we have bared witness to the success of a rebooted film or television series. However when you put together two of the industry’s most elite and legendary actors you should expect magic to instantly occur! Congratulations are in order, Bad Boys 3 staring #WillSmith […]

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Marsai Martin To Produce New Comedy “ Queen” With Universal Studio!

Congratulations are in order! The youngest in charge ( literally ) #MarsaiMartin has landed another major deal with Universal Studios to produce a new comedic film titled “ QUEEN!” According to The Hollywood Reporter; the official announcement was made earlier this week. The film’s Script writer and producer Camila Blackett took to her personal social […]

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#SecureTheBagAlert : Amazon Offers Rihanna $25 Million For Self Documentary!

The original bad gal #Rihanna is concealing all bags and leaving no stone unturned. From music, cosmetics, fashion and now film; one has to wonder how does sis get it all done. Well #Cousins the answers will soon be revealed as a deep look into #Rihanna ‘s life is set to take the world by […]

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Movie Executive Suggested Julia Roberts Play Historical Heroine Harriet Tubman In Live Action Film!

#Cousins ; can you please explain to us why a movie executive even remotely fathomed the thought of a white actress playing the role of historical hero and abolitionist Harriet Tubman? Where’s the y’all connection, because we clearly missed it. According to People Magazine; within a recently debuted Q&A interview between film studios Focus Features […]

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Cause Of Death Revealed In The Passing Of Legendary Actor And Comedian John Witherspoon!

The unexpected death of beloved father, husband, actor and comedian #JohnWitherspoon also known as Pops; sent a tidal wave of shock around the world last month. Witherspoon played a major role within the black community; devoting his entire existence to implementing the most important element of life on to us; laughter. Recent reports have revealed […]

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Tommy Davidson Opens Up About A Time Jada Pinkett Halt Production For Him To Meet His Birth Mom!

#JadaPinkettSmith is utilizing her online platform and show #TheRedTableTalk to not only change people lives one day at a time but to also show the daily struggle of others and how we all inadvertently can relate! Within the next up and coming episode set to air Monday November 11th ; Jada and her mom Adrienne […]

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Issa Rae And LaKeith Stanfield Explore Dimensions Of Love In 2020 Film The “Photograph”

Valentines Day 2020 promises to be even more special than the usual; as two forces of talent join together to unveil an epic film based love story like nothing you have ever seen before! The Photograph staring #IssaRae and #LaKeithStanfield is set to depict the story of two individuals searching for understanding in an unfamiliar […]

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Issa Rae To Star And Produce Reimagining Of 90s Film Set It Off!

Summer 2019 has came and went; with not one new episode of #Insecure in sight. Though we are Hella Upset and probably will continue to be until a new season drops; we thought you guys would be pleased to know that the good sis #IssaRae hasn’t forgot about us. She’s actually has been booked and […]