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In Memoriam
UB In Memoriam: Hip Hop Pioneer Rob Base
Rap pioneer Rob Base passed away yesterday May 22nd, 2026 at age 59, after a private battle with cancer. “Today, we share the heartbreaking news that hip-hop legend Rob Base passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer. Rob’s music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to millions…
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New Releases
Chris Brown Reveals ’60s Night of Soul’ with ‘BROWN’ Tracklist
One of our favorites, Chris Brown has revealed the cover and track list for his new album entitled “BROWN (Break Rules Only When Necessary),” available this Friday May 8th. Set in the 1960s, Breezy promises “A night of soul, R&B and timeless classics.” Chris Brown being the headliner, followed by opening acts Leon Thomas, Tank, Vybz Kartel, Bryson Tiller, YoungBoy…
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TV
‘W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With A Cause’ May 19th on PBS
“W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With A Cause” premieres Tuesday, May 19th at 9:00pm ET. on PBS. Narrated by Viola Davis and Features Readings by Common, Courtney B. Vance, and Jeffrey Wright. From American Masters the new documentary is from Peabody Award-winning director Rita Coburn. The two-hour film examines Du Bois’s remarkable life from his birth, just five years after the…
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TV
‘Love & Hip Hop: The Final Chapter’ | UB There Since Working Title ‘Married to Hip Hop’
VH1 has announced “Love & Hip Hop: The Final Chapter,” a six-part limited series premiering on VH1 in Fall 2026 that marks the closing chapter of one of the most influential reality franchises of all time. For 15 years, “Love & Hip Hop” built stars, sparked conversation, and helped define the modern reality television era. Now, cast, creators, and cultural…
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Awards
Druski to Host ‘BET Awards’ 2026
BET has announced that award-winning comedian, entertainer, and cultural sensation Druski will host “BET Awards” 2026, airing live on BET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 28th at 8 PM ET/PT. With the selection, Druski becomes the youngest-ever host of the BET Awards, eclipsing Kevin Hart, who previously held the distinction in 2011. One of the…
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Lifestyle
Rap Snacks + Blockwork TV | Six-City Tour To Find Hip Hop’s Next Star
Rap Snacks and BlockWork TV are linking up for a national talent search that could put the next unsigned rapper on a chip bag next to Snoop Dogg, Migos, Lil Baby, and Rick Ross. The two brands are launching a six-city tour starting May 22nd in Atlanta, with one mission: find the next hottest rapper in the country. The initiative…
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News
‘MICHAEL’ Moonwalked Into History Opening Weekend
“MICHAEL” moonwalked to the strongest biopic opening in box office history. These reported opening numbers for “MICHAEL” include Friday through Sunday attendance figures, along with its Wednesday and Thursday preview screenings. As a result of the media-reported $97 million domestic and $217 million global debut of “MICHAEL,” along with continued strong holdovers, more than 4.0 million moviegoers attended films at…
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UB Spotlight
UB Spotlight + Preview: Director + Cast Talk ‘You, Me & Tuscany’
“You, Me & Tuscany” hits theaters this Friday April 10th via Universal Pictures. Sometimes the wrong place is right where you need to be. From Will Packer, comes a delicious romantic comedy about one little lie, one large Italian villa, and two people getting lost in the sauce of love. Halle Bailey stars as Anna, a young woman who has…
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In Memoriam
BET ‘Sistas’ Actress Dee Freeman Passes Away
The entertainment industry and those who knew her personally are mourning the loss of beloved actress, writer, and proud Marine veteran Dolores “Dee” Freeman, who passed away on April 2nd, 2026, at the age of 66 following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 6th, 1959, in Louisiana, Dee Freeman embodied strength from the very beginning. After high school,…
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UB Preview
UB Extended Preview: Tiny Talks Xscape, T.I. + More on ‘UNCENSORED’
TV One premieres an all-new episode of “UNCENSORED” featuring Award-winning singer and Xscape member Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris. This Thursday, March 26th, 8PM/7C. on TV One. Today UB has an Extended Preview! “UNCENSORED – Tiny Harris” traces her rise from Atlanta teen with big dreams to chart-topping star. Tiny candidly addresses the highs and lows of fame, life with T.I., motherhood,…
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