Entertainment

The NAACP Image Award winners in the Gospel/ Christian Music categories were just announced!  Congratulations to Kirk Franklin who won for OUTSTANDING GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN ALBUM for his album “Father’s Day.  The other nominees included Kierra Sheard, Pastor Mike Jr., Jonathan McReynolds, and Maverick City Music.  And congratulations to Kierra Sheard Kelly who won for OUTSTANDING GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN […]

Shirley Chisholm’s influence is felt worldwide, but her interns, Robert and Barbara Lee, grew the most after working under the first Black congresswoman and the first Black woman presidential candidate. Netflix’s film Shirley explores the ups and downs of Chisholm’s presidential campaign and the small group of people who aligned with her vision. As a Black woman, […]

Tim Ross joins the Get Up Church to gives all the details on his new book! For far too long we’ve been held captive by false promises of hype and hustle in a world that needs hope and healing. Welcome to the Basement is a rallying cry and a practical guide to God’s radical last-shall-be-first, least-shall-be-greatest […]

Breonna's death sent shock waves throughout the country. Then - and now - we say her name. Doing so remains a rallying cry for protecting Black women, listening to our stories, and realizing the injustices against us and our communities.

Grammy Award-winning group Elevation Worship announces summer tour. The tour titled, “Praise Party” will feature eight outdoor shows including here in Baltimore as part of a special summer concert series. The group will be the only Christian act. This comes on the heels of their sold-out run of Elevation Nights which ended in February and […]

ERICA CAMPBELL  Joining us today is the legendary actor and comedian Chris Tucker, and we are honored to have him here on Get Up Mornings, Good morning, Chris.    CHRIS TUCKER  What’s up, Erica? How you doing? What’s up GRIFF? What’s happening?    ERICA CAMPBELL  I’m so well, I’m so. Well. Go ahead, Griff. I’m […]

CHOOSING WISDOM The word wisdom is used hundreds of times in the Bible.  Time and time again, we are instructed to use good judgement, to make sound decisions, to use prudence and circumspection. King Solomon made a special point to ask God to give him wisdom throughout his time as Israel’s leader.  Because of this, […]

Rising teen actor Jalyn Hall spoke with us about playing MLK Jr. in 'Genius: MLK/X,' depicting self-harm and why he swears by Invisalign. The post Exclusive: Jalyn Hall Talks Love For Invisalign And Depicting MLK Jr.’s Self-Harm As A Kid appeared first on Black America Web.

Anthony "Baby Gap" Walker, a core member of famed R&B/funk group The Gap Band, passed away March 4 in an Ohio hospital.

In celebration of Women's History Month, we put together a gallery showcasing the WNBA's all-time best players!

R&B legend Bobby Brown and wife Alicia Etheredge-Brown received honorary degrees in humanitarianism from Leaders Esteem University in Texas. The post Bobby Brown And Wife Alicia Etheredge-Brown Receive Honorary Degrees From Leaders Esteem University In Texas appeared first on Black America Web.