Director Trey Edward Shults and the movie’s cast members talk about the recent release of this milestone film. This emotional journey touches on many aspects of a 21st century African-American family on many levels which is aptly titled “WAVES.” This well-made movie covers the course of love and forgiveness, and how they come together after a tragic loss. A powerful …
Read More »Sometimes the trendiest news is not fun but can be timely, informative and crucial at the same time. Such is the subject of human trafficking. Without citing statistics, you must know that in Atlanta alone, it is a huge problem concerning missing people – especially child abduction – and is especially discerning around major events time such as the Super …
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Grady Health System CEO John Haupert @GRADYCEO is the Health Award recipient for the 2018 Legendary Awards. The Arkansas native’s contribution to Grady’s Hospital was continuing assurance that everybody who needs care, gets the care and any health disparities don’t exist in Atlanta. – Joseph Walker, III Retired Command Sergeant Major Jesse L. Andrews, Jr is humble about …
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“Comedy is healing. We’re the next wave after the real news.” We caught up to one of the busiest men in comedy JB Smoove @OHSNAPJBSMOOVE where he shared his thoughts on some things on his mind. Although you’ve seen him on the big and small screen and you always crack up at his ability to make us laugh, what we …
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First, let me clarify. The movie Black Panther @BLACKPANTHER is not about the revolutionary group that help bring about and instill African-American pride and worth. It is however, a revolutionary film that will instill a sense of pride in the African-American community because now We have heroes of substance that look like us. However, this story is not about the …
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Once again, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) was out in force at the 34th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball in support for the national historically black colleges and universities, also known as HBCU’s.. What makes it especially notable is this will be outgoing Mayor Kasim Reed last, who also was the night’s host, and mayor-elect Keisha Lance-Bottoms first ball as …
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One of the most fascinating things in life is what makes a legend, especially when the person who is considered as such grew up in the public spotlight of acting on television and in films. The person I’m referring to is Mr. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who started his career on the world famous television sitcom “The Cosby Show.” However, looking past …
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Awards ceremonies can be an awesome experience, especially when you are the recipient. To be on the receiving end of being recognized for your passion and cumulative work is not to be taken lightly, so it then becomes a humbling experience when that call comes. When the Legendary Awards call came to Ms. Aungelique Proctor, she was both shocked and …
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If leaders lead by example, then Rev. Dr. C.T. Vivian is a prime example of the well-deserved Legendary Award. And, as a leader, he became the 2017 recipient of the Pioneer Award. A road well traveled, the Rev. Dr. Vivan has been through a lot and seen a lot in his 92-years of existence, blazing trails and taking names on …
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Don’t get it wrong: there is a difference between an icon and a legend. As an icon, one is in the moment of time but as a legend, one transcends time to longevity in history. Arguably the terminology is synonymous, though there is a slight difference in verbiage. It’s the consistent and diverse achievements that usually define the meaning and …
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