Tag: black girl magic
Marlon Wayans on Jennifer Singing at His Mom’s Funeral
Marlon Wayans talks about his friendship with “Respect” co-star Jennifer Hudson and shares how he’s grateful for the EGOT winner singing at his mother’s funeral. Jennifer and Marlon recall how they first met.
When Maude Met Florida
Maude (Bea Arthur) has found a sister for life in Florida (Esther Rolle), and today we want to celebrate their friendship by tracing back their story, from Maude hiring Florida to the beginning of Good Times!
Musician Ari Lennox Plays Truth or Drink
Courtney Shanade Salter, known professionally as Ari Lennox, is an American R&B singer from Washington, D.C. She is the first female artist to be signed to J. Cole's record label, Dreamville Records. She first began gaining recognition after the relea...
Kelly Rowland Does Her Toni Braxton Impression and Says She’s Calling Beyoncé If She Commits a Crime!
Kelly Rowland tells Jennifer what she wants to know — from the unconventional things she finds sexy in a partner to which Destiny’s Child member she’s calling on for help.
Laverne Cox Sings Opera for Jennifer Hudson!
Laverne Cox recalls Jennifer Hudson’s “beautiful” classical tribute to Aretha Franklin. The actress sings a sample of “Nessun dorma.”
Laverne Cox Shares Why She ‘Wept’ When Sheryl Lee Ralph Was Nominated for an Emmy
Laverne Cox says she walked around Alabama imitating Sheryl Lee Ralph when she was 10 years old. Laverne shares why she was so emotional that she “wept” when Sheryl was nominated for an Emmy.
Viola Davis Gives a Master Class While Eating Spicy Wings
Viola Davis is one of most decorated actors of the 21st century, from the Broadway stage to Emmy - and Academy Award–winning performances in TV and film.
Eartha Kitt on Sally in 1990
This truly is a piece of history caught on film. From her heartbreaking childhood to her triumphant career.
Shangela on the Jennifer Hudson Show
Shangela talks to Jennifer Hudson about authentic representation after finding fame on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and now competing on “Dancing with the Stars.” Shangela shares how JHud’s music has personally inspired her as well as other drag performers.
Singer Patti LaBelle on why she's "booked, busy, and blessed"
“CBS Mornings” showcases the iconic career and ongoing impact of singer Patti LaBelle in the series “Morning Mixtape.” National correspondent Jericka Duncan was able to catch her during a rare moment of downtime.
Kelly Rowland’s First Experience with Colourism
Growing up in the entertainment industry, singer Kelly Rowland recounts her first experience with colourism and how it impacted her self-confidence and perception of beauty.
Tyra Banks Was Talked Out of Modeling Retirement by Kim Kardashian
James welcomes guests Tyra Banks and Yvonne Orji to the Late Late Show and asks Tyra about the time she met a then little-known street magician named David Blaine in NYC.
Jessica Betts Performs “Catch Me” on “Tamron Hall”
Emmy-winning actress Niecy Nash-Betts and musician Jessica Betts sit down with Tamron Hall for their first-ever joint TV interview. During the visit, Jessica treats the #TamFam to a special performance of her song, “Catch Me.” Trust us, this is a performa...
Doja Cat Gets Ready for the Balenciaga Show
Watch as Doja Cat gets into her wild look for the Balenciaga show. Plus, she explains the inspiration behind her makeup.
Jennifer Hudson Explains Singing at a Diana Ross Concert in Her ‘Nightgown’
Jennifer Hudson explains how she got a “diva lesson” from Diana Ross in what appeared to be her “nightgown.” JHud sang on stage at the legendary singer’s concert wearing flip flops and a slip dress!