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UB Spotlight: Cast of ‘By Any Means’ Talk New Film
Directed by Elegance Bratton, “By Any Means” hits theaters This Friday September 4th via Paramount Pictures. Based on a true story, a young Black FBI agent (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) is sent into 1960s Mississippi to investigate a wave of brutal killings targeting civil rights leaders. Forced to work alongside notorious mafia hitman Greg Scarpa (Mark Wahlberg), he finds himself pulled…
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R&B Bridgez
R&B Bridgez: Celebrating AALIYAH 25 Years Later
25 years ago today, we loss an angel. This R&B Bridgez celebrates her remarkable legacy, cut short too soon. Aaliyah Haughton was born on January 16, 1979 in Brooklyn, New York. At the age of five, her family moved to Detroit where she started what seemed to be a promising career. Only time would tell if this upcoming star would…
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In Memoriam
In Memoriam: Trailblazing Journalist Florence ‘Flo’ Anthony + UB Interview
Friend of UB, trailblazing celebrity journalist, Florence “Flo” Anthony has passed away at 74. Flo was battling cancer. A graduate of Howard University, Flo resided in the East Harlem section of New York City. Simply put, Flo Anthony was a legendary celebrity journalist that was in the game for over four decades. The originator of the gossip game before tabloid…
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Lifestyle
Julien’s Presents the Whitney Houston Auction
Julien’s Auctions, has announced “The Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation 2026 Auction,” to take place in Los Angeles on Tuesday, August 11th at 10am PST (1pm EST). The sale honors the enduring legacy of the global superstar and seeks to raise awareness and generate vital support for the Foundation’s diverse initiatives, scholarships, and services—each designed to reflect and address the…
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In Memoriam
UB In Memoriam: Music Industry God Clive Davis + Ivan Matias Contributes
Music industry legend and pioneer Clive Davis died this past Monday June 22nd, at the age of 94. Today we celebrate the honcho with a special feature and commentary from Clive Davis protégée songwriter Ivan Matias. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Davis was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of New York University, where he received his BA magna cum laude,…
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In Memoriam
UB In Memoriam: Pioneer Vocalist Peabo Bryson
Legendary Peabo Bryson passed away yesterday June 2nd, 2026. “In this deeply difficult moment, the family asks for privacy as they mourn the loss of a beloved husband, father, family member, friend and artist whose impact extended far beyond the stage.” The statement went on to say: “We are tremendously moved by the outpouring of love, prayers and support from…
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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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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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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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