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The American Black Film Festival Pop Up in Atlanta Featuring Award-Winning Films and Curated Panels with Terri J. Vaughn, Crystal Renee Hayslett, Isaac Keys, Kris Lofton, Adrienne Walker, and More Atlanta, Georgia (November 10, 2025) – The American Black Film Festival Pop Up’s tour stop in Atlanta brought some of the best programming from Miami to The Hollywood of the South. The ABFF ATL Pop Up began on Saturday, November 8 as Crystal Renee Hayslett took the stage for her panel “Flourish Creatively and Financially” presented by founding sponsor Ally Financial, offering audiences insight into the tools and inspiration needed to thrive, balancing…
Emmy-nominated Actress, Comedian, Kym Whitley Returns to Host the3rd Annual HBCU Honors WASHINGTON, D.C. — November 7, 2025 — The 2025 HBCU Honors Presented by BET returns Thanksgiving weekend with a powerful celebration of Black excellence, leadership, and legacy premiering on Sunday, November 30 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET and BET Her. This year’s honorees — Pastor Shirley Caesar (Shaw University), David Banner (Southern University), and Janice Bryant Howroyd (North Carolina A&T State University) — embody the strength, innovation, and spiritual foundation that continue to define the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Emmy-nominated actress, comedian, producer, and proud Fisk University alumna Kym Whitley returns to host this evening of…
2026 GRAMMY Awards Nominations Revealed: A Celebration Of A Landmark Year In Music SANTA MONICA, CALIF. (NOV. 7, 2025) — Topping the list of nominees for the upcoming 2026 GRAMMYAwards® are Kendrick Lamar (9), Cirkut (7), Jack Antonoff (7), Lady Gaga (7), Bad Bunny (6), LeonThomas (6), Sabrina Carpenter (6), Serban Ghenea (6), Andrew Watt (5), Clipse (5), Doechii (5),Sounwave (5), SZA (5), Turnstile (5), and Tyler, The Creator (5). As the only peer-voted music award, the GRAMMY Awards® are selected by the Recording Academy®’s Voting Membership body of music makers who represent all genres and creative disciplines, including recording artists, songwriters, composers, producers, mixers, and engineers. The nominees were announced via a livestream event on live.GRAMMY.com and YouTube .“The GRAMMY Awards are our opportunity to honor the people who make this community so vibrant and this…
Jekalyn Carr’s New Album, JEKALYN X THE LEGENDS – Available Now (ATLANTA, GA) – November 7, 2025 – WayNorth Music’s GRAMMY® Award winning, Stellar and GMA DOVE Award-winning artist, Jekalyn Carr, releases her highly anticipated album, JEKALYN X LEGENDS today – Friday, November 7th. With JEKALYN X LEGENDS, Carr continues to solidify her standing as one of the most dynamic voices in gospel, curating a collection that bridges generations by featuring collaborations with some of the genre’s most celebrated trailblazers. Known for her commanding vocals, prophetic anointing, and ability to inspire hope through music, Carr delivers an album that promises to uplift hearts, stir souls,…
Tamar Braxton’s New EP “Heartbreak Retrograde”, Available Now (Atlanta, GA) – Friday, November 7, 2025 – Powerhouse songstress Tamar Braxton releases her highly anticipated new project, Heartbreak Retrograde. The cathartic 6-song EP (produced by GRAMMY®-winning hitmaker Tricky Stewart) plays out like a musical diary entry, vulnerably journeying through love—the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way. Heartbreak Retrograde includes the chart-topping R&B radio hit “You On You”, the sultry and inviting “4am,” and “Love Me,” Tamar’s heartfelt plea that anchors the entire project. The single is currently available on digital platforms worldwide and is impacting radio now. Heartbreak Retrograde Tracklist Fans can stay updated on new music by using…
Sheryl Lee Ralph & The DIVA Foundation Remains Committed to GivingBack at the 35th Annual Divas Simply Singing! Gala LOS ANGELES, CA (November 5, 2025) – Emmy Award-winning actress and advocate Sheryl Lee Ralph brought together some of the entertainment industry’s most inspiring voices for the 35th Annual DIVAS Simply Singing! Raising Health Awareness Gala, held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the elegant Taglyan Complex in Hollywood, California. DIVAS Simply Singing! is The DIVA Foundation’s signature fundraising event that supports vital programs that promote health awareness. Hosted and produced by Ralph and The DIVA Foundation, her trailblazing nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting, educating, and empowering through artistic activism, the milestone event honored…
Regina King to Serve as Ambassador for ABFF’s 30th Anniversary LOS ANGELES, CA (November 4, 2026) – The 30th annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) announced today that Oscar®, Golden Globe®, and Emmy® Award-winning actress, director, and producer Regina King will serve as the festival’s Ambassador. A defining voice in contemporary cinema and a longtime advocate for creative authenticity and representation, King embodies the artistic excellence and cultural impact that have defined ABFF for three decades. In her ambassadorial role, she will help champion the festival’s mission to showcase groundbreaking storytelling, elevate emerging talent, and empower the next generation of artists to thrive across film and television.…
LOS ANGELES, CA – (October 27, 2025) –The 8th American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Honors announced today the honorees of its annual awards ceremony recognizing excellence in the motion picture and television industry. Presented by NICE CROWD, the 2026 ABFF Honors will take place on Monday, February 16 at the SLS hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, hosted by New York Times best-selling author and award–winning comedian KevOnStage. The intimate, non-televised dinner will bring together ABFF honorees and festival partners. This year, the ABFF Honors will pay special tribute to the creative team behind the motion picture Sinners — the extraordinary cinematic achievement from acclaimed filmmakers Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, and Sev Ohanian, starring Michael B. Jordan. The…
Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation 27th Annual Angel Ball Raises $3 Million for Cancer Research New York, NY (October 28, 2025) – Last night, Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research celebrated the 27th Annual Angel Ball in New York City, hosted by co-founders, songwriter Denise Rich and her daughters Daniella Rich Kilstock and Ilona Rich Schachter. The star-studded event took place at Cipriani Wall Street and raised $3 million for cancer research. The black-tie fête is annually held in memory of Denise’s daughter Gabrielle Rich Aouad who passed away at the age of 27 from acute myelogenous leukemia (AML). Renowned for its exceptional live entertainment, the Angel Ball honors outstanding individuals who have made significant humanitarian and philanthropic contributions to cancer research.…
ABFF NYC Pop-Up Featuring Award-Winning Films and Celebrity Conversations with Naturi Naughton, Malcolm D. Lee, and More New York, New York (October 27, 2025) – The American Black Film Festival Pop Up’s first tour stop in New York City brought some of the best programming from Miami to the Big Apple. The ABFF NYC Pop Up began on Saturday, October 25 as Naturi Naughton took the stage for her panel “Money Wellness and the Creator,” presented by founding sponsor Ally Financial, offering an intimate look at her journey to financial independence. The buzz continued with a screening of The Fisherman, winner of the…
