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LOOT Renewed for Season 3 at Apple
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2024

Following its second season, Apple TV+ has renewed “Loot” for season three. The critically acclaimed, global hit comedy is led by five-time Emmy Award-winning star and executive producer Maya Rudolph, alongside an all-star comedy ensemble cast that includes Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Nat Faxon, Ron Funches and Joel Kim Booster.

Video: Watch the LOOT Season 2 Trailer With Michaela Jaé Rodriguez & More
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2024

“Loot,” the critically acclaimed comedy led by multi-Emmy Award-winning star and executive producer Maya Rudolph, alongside returning ensemble cast stars Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Nat Faxon, Ron Funches and Joel Kim Booster. The video reveals new guest stars including Benjamin Bratt, Ana Gasteyer, and O-T Fagbenle, and more.

Video: Netflix Debuts KEVIN HART & CHRIS ROCK: HEADLINERS ONLY Trailer
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2023

In a first of its kind documentary, Kevin Hart & Chris Rock: Headliners Only will give audiences a behind the scenes glimpse into the lives of two comedy titans. This exclusive film follows Hart and Rock as they give first hand accounts of their early lives, struggles, triumphs and their unbreakable brotherhood. Watch the video trailer!

'Kevin Hart & Chris Rock: Headliners Only' Documentary Coming to Netflix
by Michael Major - Oct 18, 2023

In a first of its kind documentary, Kevin Hart & Chris Rock: Headliners Only will give audiences a behind the scenes glimpse into the lives of two comedy titans. This exclusive film follows Hart and Rock as they give first hand accounts of their early lives, struggles, triumphs and their unbreakable brotherhood.

RAP SH!T Returns to Max For Season Two in August
by Michael Major - Jul 10, 2023

RAP SH!T follows two estranged high school friends from Miami, Shawna and Mia, who reunite to form a rap group. The second season cast includes Aida Osman (Shawna), KaMillion (Mia), Jonica Booth (Chastity), RJ Cyler (Lamont), and Daniel Augustin (Maurice).

The American Black Film Festival and The Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau Set For The 2023 Annual Community Day
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

The 2023 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) will close out its five-day event with the annual Community Day taking place on Sunday, June 18, at the Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater, 819 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, from noon to 5:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Billy Porter, Viola Davis & More Win Audie Awards - Full List of Winners
by Michael Major - Mar 29, 2023

The 2023 Audie Awards recognizes distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment. Billy Porter won for Best Autobiography/Memoir for his Finding Me audiobook. Viola Davis’ Finding Me, which she wrote and narrated, and published by HarperCollins Publishers, earned two Audie Awards. Check out the full list of winners!

Video: Watch A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW Season Four Teaser
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2023

Returning core cast members include Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis and Skye Townsend. Season 4 stars three new featured players: DaMya Gurley, Tamara Jade, Angel Laketa Moore, and more than 20 celebrity guest stars. Watch the video teaser for the HBO Original Emmy®-winning sketch comedy series A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW season four!

Viola Davis, Jeff Daniels, Billy Porter And More Among 2023 Audie Award Finalists
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2023

The Audio Publishers Association has announced finalists for the 2023 Audie Awards®, the premier awards program recognizing distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment. Winners across 26 competitive categories will be revealed at the Audie Awards Gala on March 28. The ceremony will be streamed to the public from Chelsea Piers’ Pier Sixty in NYC. 

INSECURE Joins OWN Network's Tuesday Night Schedule
by Michael Major - Jan 20, 2023

Starring NAACP Image Award winner and eight-time Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award nominee Issa Rae, “Insecure” explores the Black female experience through best friends Issa (Rae) and Molly (Yvonne Orji), who must deal with their own flaws. The series also stars Jay Ellis, Natasha Rothwell and Amanda Seales.

Maya Rudolph & Amy Poehler Host BAKING IT Season Two Coming to Peacock in December
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2022

Maya Rudolph (LOOT, Big Mouth) and Amy Poehler (Making It, Lucy and Desi) invite a new batch of home baker teams to a second season of their award-winning musical baking competition show. With bigger and batter challenges judged by a panel of grandmothers, one baking team will rise to the occasion and win some serious dough.

Raúl Castillo, Jessie Buckley & More Nominated For Gotham Awards - Full List on Nominations
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2022

The nominations were announced live from Cipriani Wall Street by Emmy-nominated star of Pose and American Horror Story on FX, and now as Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway, Angelica Ross. Ross was joined by Jeffrey Sharp, award-winning film producer and the Executive Director of The Gotham.

HBO's A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW Begins Production On Season Four
by Michael Major - Oct 18, 2022

Production has commenced on the fourth season of Robin Thede’s Emmy®-winning HBO Original sketch comedy series A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW. Returning this season as the core cast members are Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis, and Skye Townsend along with three new featured players: DaMya Gurley, Tamara Jade, and Angel Laketa Moore joining.

HBO Max Renews RAP SH!T For A Second Season
by Michael Major - Sep 12, 2022

HBO Max has renewed the comedy series RAP SH!T, from Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Issa Rae, for a second season. Season one starred Aida Osman, KaMillion, Jonica Booth, Devon Terrell and RJ Cyler, RAP SH!T follows two estranged high school friends from Miami, Shawna (Osman) and Mia (KaMillion), who reunite to form a rap group.

Apple TV+ Renews Maya Rudolph's LOOT For Second Season
by Michael Major - Jul 12, 2022

Apple TV+ has renewed “Loot,” its hit workplace comedy executive produced by and starring Emmy Award winner Maya Rudolph, for a second season. The second season of “Loot” will join an expanding offering of award-winning and global hit original comedies on Apple TV+ including “Ted Lasso,” “Mythic Quest,”“Schmigadoon!,” “The Afterparty,” and more.

VIDEO: HBO Max Debuts RAP SH!T Series Trailer
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2022

The Max Original comedy series RAP SH!T, from Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Issa Rae. RAP SH!T follows two estranged high school friends from Miami, Shawna (Aida Osman) and Mia (KaMillion), who reunite to form a rap group. The cast also includes Jonica Booth, Devon Terrell and RJ Cyler.

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares LOOT Trailer Starring Maya Rudolph
by Michael Major - Jun 6, 2022

Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for “Loot,” starring and produced by Maya Rudolph ('Saturday Night Live,” “Bridesmaids'). From Alan Yang (“Master of None”) and Matt Hubbard (“30 Rock,” “Forever”), the series also stars Michaela Jaé Rodriguez (“Pose”), Ron Funches (“Undateable”), Nat Faxon (“Married”) and Joel Kim Booster (‘Sunnyside”).

VIDEO: Trailer Released for Apple TV+ Comedy, 'Loot,' Starring Maya Rudolph
by Marissa Tomeo - Jun 4, 2022

Apple TV+ today unveiled the star-studded trailer for its new workplace comedy “Loot,” starring and executive produced by Emmy Award winner Maya Rudolph ('Saturday Night Live,” “Bridesmaids'). From Emmy Award-winning creators Alan Yang (“Little America,” “Master of None”) and Matt Hubbard (“30 Rock,” “Forever”), the 10-episode comedy will debut globally with the first three episodes on Friday, June 24 on Apple TV+, followed by one new episode weekly, every Friday.

HBO Renews Sketch Comedy Series A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW For A Fourth Season
by Michael Major - Jun 2, 2022

The narrative sketch comedy series features a core cast of Black women living relatable, hilarious experiences in a magical reality that subverts traditional expectations.The series stars Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis, Ashley Nicole Black and Skye Townsend.

VIDEO: Watch Natasha Lyonne's SNL Monologue
by Marissa Tomeo - May 22, 2022

Natasha Lyonne hosted yesterday's episode of Saturday Night Live, the season 47 Finale. The show marked the last episode for four long-term cast members: Pete Davidson, Aidy Bryant, Kyle Mooney, and Kate McKinnon.