Shangela is Fully Lit with AT&T!

Shangela came to Chicago and shut down the AT&T Flagship store on her Fully Lit Tour. The tour is a 2-hour show consisting of dance performances, storytelling, death drops, audience participation, and so much more. Shangela transformed the AT&T Flagship store into a concert venue effortlessly with her uniqueness, nerve, and charisma. Shangela first graced us with her presence on season 2 of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2010 and now is one of the biggest entertainers on the scene. Shangela recently became the first drag queen to compete on Dancing with the Stars and made it into the finale.

AT&T fully lit the night which also included complimentary food & drinks, and some fans were lucky enough to be a part of the meet and greet with Shangela to get a photo with the drag superstar before her performance! After Shangela’s meet and greet, I had the chance to chat with Shangela about a few things before she had to get ready to hit the stage. Hope you enjoy the interview and please leave your comments about how you enjoyed it!

Mike Sabath discusses touring with Raye, debut album Being Human with The Moongirls, and more!

Mike Sabath & The Moongirls just wrapped up their first tour supporting Raye on her 21st Century Blues Tour. Mike & The Moongirls are getting to release their debut album, Being Human dropping everywhere April 28th, 2023. After their set, I had a chance to chat with Mike Sabath about recording Being Human, performing on the The Late Late Show with James Corden, collaborating with Raye, and much more. Make sure you go buy & stream the 2 current singles, Sexy!, and Who You Are on all platforms. Make sure to comment your thoughts on our interview.

Trevor Jackson discusses touring with Eric Bellinger, new project Rough Drafts Pt. 3, and more!

Trevor Jackson is currently on the Obsession Tour with Eric Bellinger hitting cities across the country. Before the show, I had the chance to chat with Trevor. We talked about his new EP, Show Me Diamonds, working on season 6 of Grownish, being back onstage after the lockdown, and much more. Trevor is ready to release his new music project, Rough Drafts Pt. 3, coming very soon. Make sure to get your tickets to go see Trevor before the tour ends! Check out the interview and comment your thoughts.

Michelle Williams brings the WRATH!

WRATH: A Seven Deadly Sins Story, comes to Lifetime this Saturday, April 16th at 8/7c. The movie stars Michelle Williams, Romeo Miller, Antonio Cupo, and Tina Knowles-Lawson. This is the third installment from executive producers T.D. Jakes, Derrick Williams, and Shaun Robinson. It is the follow-up to the LUST and ENVY movies which premiered last year to millions of viewers. Earlier in the month I got to speak with the cast. I spoke to Michelle Williams about working with Tina Knowles-Lawson in the film.

On Saturday, April 23rd at 8/7c, the fourth installment, GREED premieres on Lifetime. That movie stars Monique Coleman, Lisaraye McCoy, and Eric Benet. You have back-to-back movies each Saturday coming up!

Amber Riley gets crazy in “Single Black Female”

Lifetime brings another great movie this weekend with Single Black Female! Single Black Female is a suspense drama starring Amber Riley and Raven Goodwin. The movie is about a determined TV host, Monica, that is taking her career to the next level. In the midst of it all, Monica hires a new assistant, Simone, who goes from her best friend to her worst enemy. The movie also co-stars music superstar, K. Michelle and the legendary Janet Hubert. This movie will definitely keep you at the edge of your seat!

I had the pleasure to speak with the ladies of the movie, Single Black Female, last week. Amber Riley tells me about how she prepared for this role which was so different from any prior role she has done in her career. Make sure to watch Single Black Female on Lifetime, Saturday, February 5th at 8/7c!

Ne-Yo talks about Jennifer Hudson ahead of Urban One Honors 2022

Singer, songwriter, performer, producer extraordinaire, Ne-Yo is adding another occupation to his career. Ne-Yo is hosting the 4th annual Urban One Honors 2022. This year’s theme is “The Soundtrack of Black America” and being presented by T-Mobile. Honorees will include Timberland, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Gamble & Huff, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, and Jennifer Hudson. Urban One Honors will air on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 17, 2022 at 8/7c on TV One and Cleo TV, a division of Urban One.

Ne-Yo, host of Urban One Honors, sat down with me to discuss working with Jennifer Hudson, who is receiving the Entertainment Icon Award this year. The two have worked together on Think Like A Man soundtrack, Ne-Yo’s sophomore album, and Jennifer Hudson’s debut album. They both have made some amazing music together over the years!

“Who Is Christmas Eve” on Bounce!

Bounce brings us another amazing project this holiday season with, Who Is Christmas Eve! The movie stars Paige Audrey-Marie Hurd, Romeo Miller, and Juliana Harkavy. Who Is Christmas Eve, is an amazing holiday movie that the whole family will enjoy this season!

Eve Simons, played by Paige Audrey-Marie Hurd, is an infant that was abandoned as a baby on Christmas Eve at a church’s steps. 30 years later, Eve starts searching how to find her birth parents supported by her boyfriend Chris, played by Romeo Miller. Eve finds the help of Pamela Slaton, played by Juliana Harkavy, who is known for being one of the best investigative genealogists.

Earlier in the week, I had a chance to speak with some of the cast in a press conference hosted by the talented, Loni Love. I spoke with Romeo Miller during the conference about his career. Make sure to watch, Who Is Christmas Eve, premiering on Bounce, Sunday, November 21, 2021 at 8/7c. Check out our conversation below.

“For The Love of Money” Movie Premiere Hits Chi-town!

The cast of For The Love of Money hit the red carpet Monday night in Chicago to premiere their new movie. Rotimi, Jason Mitchell, Cedric Pendleton, Jazzy Jade, and executive producer Melvin Childs all walked the carpet to meet the press and fans. The film is directed by Leslie Small and also stars Keri Hilson, DC Young Fly, Keith Sweat and cameos from Latto and Lyfe Jennings. For The Love of Money is a drama that shows what you would risk for your family.

On the red carpet, I got a chance to speak with some of the cast about the film. I spoke with Rotimi, Cedric Pendleton, and Jazzy Jade before heading into the theater to watch the film. The film is in theaters, November 24, 2021. Pre-order your tickets now before they sell out! Check out the interviews below between the cast and I!

CLEO TV Presents, It’s Me, Julissa!

Julissa Bermudez is back with a new show, It’s Me, Julissa, on CLEO TV. It’s Me, Julissa, recently premiered on Friday, October 15, 2021. Julissa is known as a television host, actress, dancer, and model. She was the co-host of 106 & Park and hosted Jersey Shore: After Hours for multiple years. The show consists of Julissa’s life in Hollywood, moving into her new home, the launch of her body care brand, Republica Skin, and more.

It is great to see Julissa’s bubbly and spunky personality back on the TV screen. Julissa continues to be the fun and loving person we have all grown to love on her new show! Last week, I had the chance to speak with Julissa about her show and what she was most nervous about sharing with the world this time around. Check out our chat below and make sure to catch new episodes of, It’s Me, Julissa, Fridays on CLEO TV.

BLACK INK CREW CHICAGO IS BACK!

Black Ink Crew Chicago is back on VH1 for. Season 7! The gang is back including Ryan Henry, Charmaine Bey, Phor Brumfield, and Don Brumfield. This season is going to show a lot of ups and downs with the cast collectively and individually. Everyone is growing up and is more mature and established this season. The journey from Season 1 to Season 7 has been a rollercoaster but they are still here standing.

Episode 1 showed a lot including Ryan betraying with a longtime friend, Charmaine balancing her work and personal life, Phor becoming a son-to-be father, and Don has a health scar. The cast truly lets you into their lives and shows everything. The cast joined at AMC River East Movie Theater in Chicago to walk the red carpet and premiere episode 1 with their beloved fans. They took pics with everyone there! I got a chance to speak with each of them on the red carpet before they headed into the theater. Check out my interviews with the cast below and hope you enjoy!

Make sure to catch Black Ink Crew Chicago every Monday 8/7c on VH1.