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UPI
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Look: Glynn Turman honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame star
1 of 6 | Actor Glynn Turman is joined by LA mayor Karen Bass (L) and Congresswoman Maxine Waters during his Hollywood Walk of Fame unveiling ceremony honoring him with the 2,816th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on Thursday. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo July 11 (UPI) -- Actor Glynn Turman is the latest celebrity to be memorialized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Turman, 78, was honored with the 2,816th star Thursday for his contributions to motion pictures. He arrived to the ceremony on horseback. The actor rose to fame for his roles in the television shows Peyton's Place and A Different World, and scored two Emmy Awards for his work on In Treatment and How to Get Away with Murder. He recently starred in Fargo and will appear in Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Other credits include The Wire, Queen Sugar, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, The Way Back and Rustin. Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez said Turman has "left an indelible mark on the industry." "We are proud to immortalize his legacy on this iconic boulevard," she said in her statement. Ava Duvernay and Don Cheadle also spoke at his ceremony. Glynn Turman receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Actor Glynn Turman (C) is joined by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (L) and Congresswoman Maxine Waters during an unveiling ceremony honoring Turman with the 2,816th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on July 10, 2025. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo
Black America Web
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Happy Birthday Cree Summer: Celebrating The Iconic Voice Behind Our Favorite Characters
Source: Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Happy Birthday, Cree Summer! Today (July 7), marks the birthday of one of the most legendary voices in the game. From dropping gems as the free-spirited Freddie on A Different World to voicing some of the most iconic animated Black girls on TV, Cree has been shaping culture, one character at a time. Check out our favorite Cree roles inside. Let's talk resume: Cree isn't just a voice actor. She's the voice actor. The blueprint. She brought depth, soul, and unapologetic Black girl energy to characters we still quote and cosplay to this day. Back in the '90s, she stole our hearts as Freddie Brooks, the boho, brilliant and beautifully awkward law student on A Different World . Freddie was ahead of her time, speaking about racial justice, feminism, spirituality. Cree gave her a vibe nobody else could. It's animation where Cree truly became a cultural juggernaut. She gave us Susie Carmichael on Rugrats —the fearless, affirming toddler who ALWAYS checked Angelica. Susie was smart, sweet, and one of the few Black characters holding it down in a sea of white baby chaos. Then came Numbuh 5 on Codename: Kids Next Door , who was the candy-loving, unbothered, smooth-talking squad leader we all secretly wanted to be. Cree's chill delivery gave Numbuh 5 a level of cool that still lives rent-free in our heads. Don't forget her early work as Penny in Inspector Gadget or when she really showed out as Princess Kida in Atlantis: The Lost Empire . From Tiny Toon Adventures to Danny Phantom , Cree's catalog is deeper than your favorite rapper's discography. Cree didn't just voice characters, but she gave fans representation. She made sure Black girls saw themselves in magical, funny, brilliant ways that weren't happening enough in animation. She's the reason we saw ourselves as heroes, queens, and rebels with a cause. Today, we're giving Cree her flowers. Whether she's portraying our favorite cartoon characters or just popping up across our timelines with her unforgettable energy, she's been holding it down for decades. Happy Birthday, Cree! Thank you for raising generations of unapologetic, animated, magical Black girls. You're forever the voice of a movement. Check out our favorite Cree Summer roles below: Happy Birthday Cree Summer: Celebrating The Iconic Voice Behind Our Favorite Characters was originally published on
Black America Web
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
'A Different World' Revival Begins Filming at Clark Atlanta University
Source: Prince Williams / Getty A cultural reset is in motion— A Different World is officially making its return, and this time, it's not just a trip down memory lane. Netflix has begun filming the pilot for the long-anticipated sequel to the iconic sitcom, and they're doing it in the heart of HBCU culture—on the campus of Clark Atlanta University. The original series, which aired from 1987 to 1993, was more than just a spin-off of The Cosby Show . It became a defining force in pop culture, reshaping how the world viewed Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Through the halls of the fictional Hillman College, the show tackled real-life issues—racism, relationships, class, activism, and self-identity—all while celebrating Black excellence and higher education. Now, more than 30 years later, that legacy is being reignited for a new generation. This reboot isn't just about nostalgia—it's about relevance. By choosing Clark Atlanta University as the filming location, the show is grounding itself in real-time HBCU experiences. The city of Atlanta—often dubbed the 'Black Mecca'—is already home to an active network of HBCUs, culture-shifting creatives, and social impact movements. Filming on a living, breathing campus is a direct acknowledgment that HBCUs are not relics of the past but incubators of innovation, style, leadership, and cultural influence. While plot details are still under wraps, fans can expect fresh faces and new storylines that speak to today's world—mental health, social media, gender politics, student activism, and the ever-evolving Black identity. The revival promises to reflect the vibrant, complex reality of Black student life in 2025 while paying homage to the spirit that made the original series so beloved. RELATED: A Sequel To 'A Different World' Is In The Works At Netflix SEE ALSO 'A Different World' Revival Begins Filming at Clark Atlanta University was originally published on
Miami Herald
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
A Different World sequel now shooting on HBCU campus
Get ready to head back to campus! Netflix is officially moving forward with a pilot for the highly anticipated sequel to "A Different World", and this time, the story centers on a new generation at a historically Black college or university (HBCU). Production is already in motion at Clark Atlanta University, setting the perfect backdrop for the next chapter of the Hillman legacy. The sequel follows Deborah Wayne, the daughter of fan-favorite couple Whitley Gilbert and Dwayne Wayne, as she begins her own journey navigating HBCU life. Tony Award winner Maleah Joi Moon will take on the lead role, bringing Deborah's story to life with brilliance, beauty, and Black girl magic. Unlike most Netflix shows that skip the pilot phase, this one is getting a traditional comedy pilot. Insiders say this doesn't mark a shift in Netflix's usual game plan-it's simply a smart move to fine-tune the show's tone, chemistry, and comedic vibe before locking in a full series. For a series with this much cultural weight, getting it right matters. Fans know "A Different World" isn't just a TV show-it's a cultural staple that shaped how HBCUs were represented on screen. It celebrated Black excellence, college life, and community in a way that still resonates today. Now, with a new generation stepping onto the yard, the sequel is ready to keep that legacy alive for today's audience. Keep it locked-this HBCU story is just getting started, look for your favorite Clark Atlanta backdrops when the pilot hits Netflix. The post A Different World sequel now shooting on HBCU campus appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Black America Web
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Big Apple Brilliance: Tyler Perry, Taraji P. Henson, Teyana Taylor, Sherri Shepherd & More Attend Special New York Screening Of ‘Straw'
Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Images for Netflix We're only two days away from the premiere of the new thriller Straw. Last night (June 4th), Netflix celebrated the release of its highly anticipated upcoming film, written, directed, and produced by Tyler Perry. The star-studded special screening took place at The Paris Theater in New York, where cast members and more commemorated the occasion. Continue reading to check out photos from the special night. Straw stars Taraji P. Henson as a single mother (Janiyah) whose world unravels in chaos as her day goes from bad to worse to catastrophic as she struggles to care for her ill daughter. Pushed to the brink by a world that seems indifferent to her existence, she's forced to confront impossible choices in a society that offers her no safety net. In addition to Henson, the film also stars Sherri Shepherd ( Think LIke A Man, Top Five, Ride Along 2 ), Teyana Taylor ( A Thousand and One, White Men Can't Jump, The Book of Clarence ), Sinbad ( A Different World, Houseguest, Good Burger ), Rockmond Dunbar ( Prison Break, Songs of Anarchy, The Mentalist ), Ashley Versher ( Beauty in Black ), Mike Merrill ( Finding Happy ) and Glynn Turman ( A Different World, The Wire, House of Lies ). As previously stated, the film was directed and written by Tyler Perry. He also served as a producer alongside Tony L. Strickland and Angi Bones. The cast and filmmakers were all in attendance for the big night. Check out Straw's official trailer and some photos from the New York screening below! Make sure to check out Straw on Netflix this Friday, June 6th. Big Apple Brilliance: Tyler Perry, Taraji P. Henson, Teyana Taylor, Sherri Shepherd & More Attend Special New York Screening Of 'Straw' was originally published on Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Source:Getty Images for Netflix Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
