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John Singleton’s Impact on Cinema and Culture
It’s been 28 years since Cuba Gooding Jr. screamed out “RICKKKKKY!!!!!!!!” and our hearts dropped into our stomachs as Morris Chestnut’s character was gunned down. You don’t need to speak the name of the film because if you know you know. We have creative architect John Singleton to thank for essentially crafting the storylines of […]
A “LITTLE” Conversation with Issa Rae, Marsai Martin, Regina Hall and Tina Gordon
aspireTV recently had the pleasure of attending a very special event at the illustrious Spelman College – the birthplace of black girl magic, but I digress – with the star-studded cast of the new comedy, Little.
Billboard’s Achy Breaky Mess
Entertainment giant Billboard faces backlash after removing new song, Old Town Road, by a young black artist from their country charts listing. Lil Nas X is his name and fusing a mixture of country and rap sounds is his game. The music newcomer caused a stir last week when his new single, Old Town Road, […]
Chicago’s First Black Female Mayor Lights Up the City with Hope
Women’s History Month may be over but that doesn’t stop Black Girl Magic. 56-year-old Lori Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor who never held elected office, made history last week in the windy city. According to The New York Times, Ms. Lightfoot, who was partner at a prominent law firm, Mayer Brown, portrayed her newcomer status […]
Remembering Nipsey Hussle
On March 31 when news broke that Los Angeles rapper Nipsey Hussle, born Ermias Joseph Asghedom, was gunned down in front of his Marathon clothing store the community released an outpouring of disbelief, hurt and dismay. The Victory Lap artist had allegedly visited his clothing store without the accompaniment of his security when he succumbed to an […]
Aspire TV Women Lead the Way
Women’s History Month for the Culture
Making History Every Day – #DreamBig365
We know that our tribe is “Making History Every Day”! Enter the #DreamBig365 contest for a chance an autographed basketball from Earvin “Magic” Johnson.
The Legendary Marvin Gaye Gets U.S. Postal Stamp
According to the USPS, the Marvin Gaye stamp will be available for pre-order soon.