Gabrielle Union News

BET Networks has announced the nominations for the "BET Awards" 2014. Nominations were announced in 20 categories

BET Networks, the #1 network for the African-American audience and a top 20 cable network among all adults 18-49, announced its upcoming programming schedule for BET and Centric at its annual Upfront presentation.

WE tv's hit series L.A. HAIR, following celebrity hairstylist Kim Kimble, returns for an explosive season three on Thursday, May 22 at 9PM ET/PT

Idris Elba, who starred in Off-Broadway's Troilus & Cressida in 2001, turned to Twitter to announce the birth of his first son with girlfriend Naiyana Garth.

The film, directed by Jon Favreau, is based on the Kipling classic, which follows an orphaned boy who was raised by wolves and other animals. The animals act as protectors for the boy from the evil tiger Shere Khan (Elba).

BET Networks announced today that First Lady Michelle Obama will attend the Leading Women Defined Summit (LWD).

BET's big week of star power shines even brighter with 8 NAACP Image Award wins from this weekend's ceremony.

The NAACP and TV One announced that Anthony Anderson will serve as host for the 45th NAACP Image Awards.

Miami's own Robert Battle, Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, along with Gabrielle Union, Tracy Wilson Mourning, and BET CEO and Ailey Board member Debra Lee met up following today's Alvin Ailey free student performance. Check out a photo below!

Gabrielle Union stopped by last night's THE ARSENIO HALL SHOW and talked weddings and prenups with host Arsenio Hall.

The NAACP and TV One announced today that Anthony Anderson will serve as host for the 45th NAACP Image Awards

According to the New York Post, Idris Elba, who starred in Off-Broadway's Troilus & Cressida in 2001, hopes to return to the stage following his hit film, 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom.'

The nominees for THE 45TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS were announced today during a live press conference at the TV One presentation to the Television Critics Association during its Winter 2014 Press Tour in Pasadena, CA. David Oyelowo ('Lee Daniels' 'The Butler'), Joe Morton (ABC's 'Scandal'), Keke Palmer (VH1's 'CrazySexyCool'), Bresha Webb (TV One's 'Love That Girl') and Gina Torres (USA's 'Suits') announced the categories and nominees with NAACP Image Awards Committee Chairman, Leonard James and President and CEO of TV One, Alfred Liggins.

Audra McDonald (Porgy & Bess, Ragtime, 110 in the Shade), who portrayed Mother Abbess in NBC's live broadcast of THE SOUND OF MUSIC has received a 2014 Black Reel Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress, TV Movie or Mini-Series.

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network closed out 2013 on top achieving its second consecutive year of double digit growth across key demos.

Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Ailey's 2013-14 Season at New York City Center kicked off December 4th with an Opening Night Gala Benefit hosted by Honorary Co-Chair Gabrielle Union. The event's co-chairs were Simin Allison & in memory, Herb Allison, Kathryn & Kenneth Chenault, Daria L. Foster & Erich J. Wallach, Agnes & Gerald Hassell, Debra L. Lee, and Joan & Sandy Weill. The evening helped raise over $2.4 million for the creation of new works and Alvin Ailey's extensive educational programs for young people, including AileyCamp and scholarships to The Ailey School. Check out the pics below!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will kick off a five-week holiday season tonight, December 4thwith a star-studded gala benefit performance at New York City Center and party at the New York Hilton Midtown Grand Ballroom. 27-time Grammy award-winning music icon Quincy Jones and actress Gabrielle Union will serve as the evening's Honorary Chairs.

Deck the halls with Tiny, Tami Roman (VH1's 'Basketball Wives'), Claudia Jordan (NBC's 'Celebrity Apprentice') and rap sensation Trina as they bring the joy and sexy back to the most magical time of year with the premiere of 'Tiny Tonight! Ladies' Guide to the Holidays.'

There's still time to become the next top filmmaker. On November 1 st, ESSENCE invited aspiring filmmakers to showcase their own inspiring images reflecting the truths and triumphs of Black women's lives

Deck the halls with Tiny, Tami Roman (VH1's 'Basketball Wives'), Claudia Jordan (NBC's 'Celebrity Apprentice') and rap sensation Trina as they bring the joy and sexy back to the most magical time of year with the premiere of 'Tiny Tonight! Ladies' Guide to the Holidays.'