India.Arie shares her “hope” for Black History Month; thanks Black Panther for “[reminding] us of our roots”

Soulbird/BMGAhead of her eighth studio album, Worthy, India.Arie is asking fans to embrace more than just their “hair” this Black History Month — she also wants them to honor their heritage. “With Black History Month, I feel like my hope
John Legend starring in Super Bowl Pampers ad with kids Luna and Miles

John Shearer/Getty Images via ABCJohn Legend is on diaper duty this Super Bowl Sunday. The singer is starring in a new ad for Pampers’ “Love the Change” campaign, along with his two children with Chrissy Teigen, Luna
R. Kelly banned from Philadelphia after City Council passes “Mute R. Kelly” resolution

Melissa BenderR. Kelly is no longer welcome in the city of Philadelphia, following an unanimous decision by the City Council to pass a “Mute R. Kelly” bill. Thursday, council member Helen Gym introduced the resolution in the wake of the
Mary J. Blige lands role in coming-of-age romance “The Violent Heart”

ABC/Rick RowellMary J. Blige is steadily racking up the acting roles. The Hollywood Reporter has learned Blige, who earned an Oscar nomination for her role in Dee Rees’ Mudbound, will star in the coming-age-drama The Violent Heart. She
Chris Brown addresses rape allegations in new video statement: “I don't have to explain any bull****”

ABC/Randy HolmesIn the wake of the rape allegations levied against him, Chris Brown continues to proclaim his innocence. Thursday night, the “Undecided” singer took to social media to address the harrowing accusations as well as promote his new music
Got $60 a month? Let Rihanna pick out lingerie for you

Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARASRihanna is getting in on the subscription box craze. She’s offering “VIP XTRA” members of her Savage X Fenty lingerie line a hand-picked box of goodies every month. RiRi announced the news in
Amanda Seales says it's “very irresponsible” for black musicians to perform at this year's Super Bowl

Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Amanda Seales is adding her voice to the growing criticism surrounding this year’s Super Bowl performances by Gladys Knight, Chloe X Halle, Travis Scott and Big Boi. During a recent sit-down with ABC Radio, the Insecure actress