The multi-talented Yvonne Orji will be writing a faith-based advice book called Bamboozled by Jesus. The release date hasn't been set yet, but I'm eagerly anticipating its launch!
Viola and hubby Julius's first project is going to be the biopic of Shirley Chisholm, which Viola Davis will star in. Excited for what this power couple has in store!!
The members Black Women Who Brunch, a networking group co-founded by Lena Waithe, came together at the Hollywood Reporter to discuss their mission and state their presence in the industry. It's only fitting that this record-breaking honor would be bestowed on these fabulous ladies.
7. Common is developing and producing Zora Neale Hurston's novel, Barracoon, into a limited series.
The novel, which was only recently discovered, "centers on 86-year-old Cudjo Lewis, the last known survivor of the Middle Passage who was brought to America in 1927." Common and Lionsgate TV will be bringing this amazing story to life.
9. Travis Scott scored his first number one on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Sicko Mode."
10. It's award season, y'all! First up, congrats to SZA and Janelle Monáe for their Billboard Women in Music Awards!!
Shoutout to all this black excellence. Can't wait to see what amazingness we have in store next week!