Kean University Cancels Common’s Commencement Speech After Police’s Complaints Over 15-Year-Old Song
Kean University announced on Twitter on Monday that Common would be this year’s commencement speaker. A day later, the institution is at the center of controversy…
Black people went in on Common after he made a comment about extending a hand to white people to end racism. But Jeff Johnson wants us to…
Black Twitter let some of these “New Black” celebrities have it for being blissfully oblivious about racial issues. There have been quite a few moments…
Last year Pharrell Williams, in an interview with Oprah, declared that he was a proud member of the “New Black.” In his contrived version of…
Oprah Winfrey and Common have once again teamed up for a project. Lee Daniels announced both O and Common will appear on Empire’s second season. Earlier in the week…
Oscar and Grammy Award winning rapper/actor Common recently visited The Daily Show to speak with host John Stewart about his latest triumphs and the current state of affairs…
What makes for a great smooth shave? One that makes you feel like you’re opening a brand new iPad every time you take it out…
According to Gary With Da Tea, Mo’Nique isn’t the only one being blackballed. Allegedly, Common is joining the list, too! Listen to Gary’s Tea in the audio player to find…
Much was made about the Oscars last Sunday. The hash tag #OscarsSoWhite reflected the absence of color among some of the biggest categories of the…
Common and John Legend captured Oscar gold on Sunday with their win for Best Original Song for “Glory,” the title track to the movie “Selma”.…
Common and John Legend won an Oscar for their song “Glory” last night. Listen to the audio player to hear Common’s inspiring speech, and what…
Selma may have gotten shut out at the 87th Academy Awards for major nominations, but the film scored a huge win at the night’s…
