Protests

How the Fashion Industry Is Answering the Call for Racial Equality and Economic Justice

Protests over the past several weeks were spurred by the death of George Floyd in police custody, but deep-rooted fissures of systemic inequality are coming to light

June 11, 2020

Anthropologie Responds After Being Accused of Racial Profiling

Anthropologie addressed accusations of racial profiling by posting a statement to its official Instagram account

June 11, 2020

André Leon Talley Says Anna Wintour's Vogue Apology "Came Out of the Space of White Privilege"

André Leon Talley shared his reaction to Anna Wintour's message to Vogue staff. Listen to his response.

June 11, 2020

Kristen Bell, Justin Theroux and More Stars Speak Out Against Racism In "I Take Responsibility" PSA

Kristen Bell, Justin Theroux, Kesha and more stars took part in the “I Take Responsibility” campaign, which urges viewers to be better allies to the Black community.

June 11, 2020

Why a Return to "Business as Usual" Isn't Possible for Hollywood

Between modifications necessary to combat COVID-19 and a reckoning on racial diversity, a change is coming for Hollywood.

June 11, 2020

Kandi Burruss Tears Up Recalling Talks With Her Kids About Police Brutality

Kandi Burruss tells Andy Cohen how she's had to explain to her son about police brutality and says what her daughter Riley Burruss has done to her friend circle regarding Black Lives Matter.

June 11, 2020

Megan Rapinoe Urges Fans to “Use Your Voice” In Inspiring Message

During her visit to The Late Show, soccer star Megan Rapinoe encouraged viewers to "use your voice" in an inspiring message about the importance of activism.

June 11, 2020

Joan Smalls Calls Fashion Industry's Silence "Insulting" Amid the Black Lives Matter Movement

Joan Smalls issued a public call to the fashion industry to demonstrate its solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.

June 11, 2020

Tennis Pro James Blake Details Being Tackled by Police After Mistaken Identity

During his visit to The Tonight Show, tennis star James Blake opened up about his experience with police brutality, recalling being tackled by an officer on his way to the 2015 U.S. Open.

June 11, 2020

The Bachelor Franchise Promised to Diversify, So What Happened?

40 seasons. 18 years. 1 Black lead. Now, a campaign supported by fans and cast members is calling on the ABC reality franchise to commit to making changes

June 11, 2020

Cory Wharton Reacts to MTV's Decision to Cut Ties With Taylor Selfridge

Teen Mom OG star Cory Wharton reveals he's "disappointed and saddened" by MTV's decision to cease their work with his girlfriend Taylor Selfridge

June 11, 2020

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U.S. Women's Soccer Team Calls for Repeal of National Anthem Protest Policy

The U.S. Soccer Federation banned players from kneeling during the national anthem after Megan Rapinoe did so to show solidarity with former NFL player Colin Kaepernick.

June 11, 2020

Fired Officer Charged in George Floyd's Death Released From Jail on Bail

Thomas Lane, one of four former police officers facing charges for their involvement in George Floyd's death, was released from jail Wednesday afternoon after posting $750,000 cash bail.

June 11, 2020

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Faith Stowers Says She Received Private Apology From Lala Kent Amid Vanderpump Rules Drama

Faith Stowers is speaking out after Stassi Schroder and Kristen Doute were fired from Vanderpump Rules. Find out her reaction to the cast’s apologies.

June 10, 2020

Matthew McConaughey Vows to "Do Better as a White Man" in Candid Conversation With Emmanuel Acho

Matthew McConaughey and former NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho sat down for a candid and "uncomfortable" conversation on how to do "better as a white man"

June 10, 2020

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NASCAR's Bubba Wallace Calls to Ban Confederate Flags From Racetracks

"No one should feel uncomfortable when they come to a NASCAR race. So, it starts with Confederate flags," Bubba Wallace told Don Lemon on CNN. "Get them out of here. They have no place for them."

June 10, 2020

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Breonna Taylor's Mom Calls for the Arrest of Police Officers Involved in Her Death

Breonna Taylor's mom Tamika Palmer marks her daughter's birthday by calling for the arrest of police officers involved in her death. See her plea on MSNBC.

June 10, 2020

Michael Seibel Becomes Reddit’s First Black Board Member After Alexis Ohanian’s Resignation

Alexis Ohanian's seat on Reddit’s Board of Directors has been filled by Michael Seibel, making him the company's first Black board member.

June 10, 2020

George Floyd's Brother Delivers Moving Testimony on Police Reform: "Stop the Pain"

George Floyd's brother Philonise Floyd testified in front of the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, June 10. Read his statements regarding police reform.

June 10, 2020

George Floyd's Daughter Gianna Offered Full Scholarship From Texas Southern University

To honor her father George Floyd, Texas Southern University announced that is has offered 6-year-old Gianna Floyd a full scholarship to the university.

June 10, 2020

Tiffany Haddish Recalls Being Helpless Watching Friends "Be Murdered" In Front Of Her

Tiffany Haddish appeared on Late Night With Seth Meyers and spoke about attending a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis.

June 10, 2020

Sarah Jessica Parker Shares Poignant Message About “Long Overdue Change” After George Floyd’s Funeral

Paying her respects to George Floyd, Sarah Jessica Parker called for "justice and equality" in a moving post on Instagram.

June 10, 2020

His Life Now: Inside Colin Kaepernick's Long, Inspiring Journey

Nearly four years ago, NFL quarterback Colin Kapernick took a stance against police brutality. And, in the words of his new infamous Nike campaign, believing in something meant sacrificing everything.

June 10, 2020

David Oyelewo and Oprah Winfrey Reflect on Conversation With His Son About Police Brutality

Oprah Winfrey hosts the "OWN Spotlight: Where Do We Go From Here," a two-night special that features Ava DuVernay, David Oyelowo and more

June 10, 2020