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Charlize Theron honored at Women in Entertainment gala

For once, Charlize Theron has begun to witness more women in power roles with the film industry

The Independent UK

The 50 greatest HBO shows ever – ranked

From juicy dramas about polyamory, bootlegging and the ‘golden age of porn’ to the most jaw-dropping documentary moment of all time, HBO is known as the home of prestige TV. As it turns 50, here are its greatest hits so far

The Guardian - UK

Meghan Markle reveals old habit she kicked in UK but has fallen back into in US

Speaking on the latest episode of her podcast Archetypes, Meghan Markle let slip that there was one thing she stopped doing after moving to the UK - but has restarted again now she is back in the US

Daily Mirror

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Meghan Markle, Issa Rae, and Ziwe tore into the “angry Black woman” stereotype

"You're allowed to set a boundary, you're allowed to be clear."

Mic

Meghan Markle admits to 'embarrassing' habit that makes her sound 'less demanding'

In the latest episode of her Spotify podcast Archetypes, Meghan Markle discussed the trope of “the angry black woman” - and she reflected on setting boundaries and not coming across as demanding

Daily Mirror

Meghan Markle calls out ‘angry Black woman’ trope: ‘Being clear does not make you demanding’

Duchess of Sussex also revealed that she is 43 per cent Nigerian

The Independent UK

Meghan says ‘angry black woman’ roles were always a cliche in latest podcast

The Duchess of Sussex was joined by comedians Issa Rae and Ziwe to discuss the challenges faced by women of colour in the entertainment industry.

The Independent UK

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Meghan Markle criticises stereotypes in Black roles as she looks back on acting career

During her latest podcast episode, the Duchess of Sussex says Black women shouldn't be afraid of 'setting boundaries' and 'being clear' in the workplace as she reveals insight into her Nigerian roots

Daily Mirror

Anne Hathaway sweetly pauses interview to introduce herself to Issa Rae at Hollywood event

‘I’m so sorry but heaven is calling,’ Hathaway told her interviewer when she saw Rae

The Independent UK

Issa Rae says she feels no ‘responsibility’ to be a role model: ‘I’m very transparent about my mistakes’

‘If I had a legion of 12-year-old girl fans, I would be more cautious, but I don’t think that’s the case’

The Independent UK

33 best Netflix comedies to stream right now

The 31 best Netflix comedies have more laughs than you'll be able to handle, but provide a stellar amount of range.

Tom’s Guide

74th Emmy Awards: Who will win and who should win?

Get ready to see some familiar faces on the podium. The 74th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, airing at 8 p.m. ET Monday on NBC, may have invited some newcomers to the party, but viewers can expect lots of repeat winners.

Tribune News Service

How to sell your own data — and why you might want to

“I know they’re going to take the data anyway. So I’m going to profit off of it because everybody else is already doing it.”

Mic

Family of pregnant woman killed with infant son in fiery LA crash say they forgive nurse driver

‘She will have to live with this for the rest of her life. That’s why she was spared. We understand it already,’ said a sister of one of the victims

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Los Angeles Times

How Issa Rae's hot new comedy perfected the social media aesthetic

The first episode of HBO Max's "Rap S—" follows two friends — once estranged, now reconnected — on any and every social media platform, the camera swinging and a record button sitting at the bottom of the screen. Back in the car after a night out, they tap into Instagram…

The Independent UK

Lena Dunham, Shonda Rhimes and Issa Rae demand abortion protection from studio execs

‘It is unacceptable to ask any person to choose between their human rights and their employment,’ letter states

Tribune News Service

5 shows to watch: 'Light & Magic' TV series celebrates the unsung heroes of 'Star Wars'

'Light & Magic'

Chicago Tribune

Review: Issa Rae’s newest HBO Max comedy series follows an aspiring female rapper duo from Miami

Working the grind in Miami, a pair of old friends from high school get back in touch and decide to form a rap group in “Rap Sh!t,” created by “Insecure” star Issa Rae, who remains off camera this time around. Music stardom might actually be in Shawna and Mia’s grasp,…

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In 'Rap Sh!t,' women in rap strive and thrive

A new comedy series created by Issa Rae taps into the complexities of being an aspiring female rapper in the age of social media.

Mic

Hayley Kiyoko’s “Girls Like Girls” is becoming a book

The YA novel, based on Kiyoko's hit song, will be written by the queer icon herself.

The Independent UK

Issa Rae reveals why she felt like she ‘had’ to shut down pregnancy rumours

‘It was getting out of hand,’ the actor says.

The Independent UK

Lawmaker Mondaire Jones accused of using Covid voting rules so he could go to Issa Rae’s wedding

The lawmaker used the proxy voting rule 17 times between 19 July and 27 July, according to documents

Los Angeles Times

Emmys 2022: The comedy acting power rankings

There are so many great comedies on TV right now that I want to break out in song — something from "Schmigadoon!" perhaps, maybe "Corn Puddin'" if I'm in the mood to annoy my neighbors. (To be clear, it's my singing that's bothersome, more so than the song.)

Los Angeles Times

How 'Insecure' opened doors, hearts and minds before saying goodbye

LOS ANGELES — When HBO's beloved comedy series "Insecure" wrapped its fifth and final season in December, showrunner Prentice Penny had a hard time letting go. "It was like graduating high school," he says. "It's not like I'm never going to see them again, but we won't be seeing each…

Los Angeles Times

Lil Nas X calls out 2022 BET Awards snub: ‘An outstanding zero nominations again’

Rap sensation Doja Cat emerged Wednesday as the top nominee at this year's BET Awards. The "Woman" hit-maker is nominated in six categories, including album of the year for her third studio record, "Planet Her."

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