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via samsylk/TMZ/hiphollywood: John ‘Pops” Witherspoon was laid to rest yesterday at Forrest Lawn in Los Angeles with a star studded cast that the legendary actor/comedian was worthy of receiving. Ice Cube, Chris Tucker, David Letterman, Cedric the Entertainer, Witherspoon’s Wayans Bros co-star Shawn Wayans, Bill Bellamy, George Wallace, Robert Townsend, The Boondocks creator Aaaron McGruder, Representative Maxine […]
via BCNN1/EEW Magazine – LaToya Parker: Lisa Raye in 2011 was talking about her faith and was saying that she struggled to understand the Bible. And on a apperance on the Wendy Williams she said that Bishop Noel Jones “helped me tremendously with the Bible.” Are people trying to put one and one together..Hmmm… CLICK […]
There’s a saying when a comedian dies, the world gets a little less funny. That’s what happened when John Witherspoon, better known by his name on The Wayans Brothers Pops, died on October 29th. Two of his most notable roles are playing Craig’s Dad in the movie “Friday” Willie Jones, and his role as “Grandad” […]
A Florida woman is suing a popular massage parlor chain for refusing to provide her with services because of her HIV positive status. Alecia Tramel was visiting a Massage Envy in Aventura for her monthly massage and when she was asked about her medical history things went left. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the […]
Anthony Mackie, Samuel L. Jackson, and Nicholas Hoult have played Falcon, Nick Fury, and Beast in several Marvel movies — now they’ve come together again for a new Apple film due in theaters next month. Legendary actress Nia Long is also in the film. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club […]
Proving once again how selfless a person he is, Colin Kaepernick spent his 32nd birthday giving back to those in need in Oakland, California. The ex-quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers and his girlfriend, Nessa, walked around Tent City, handing out backpacks loaded with snacks, socks, air quality masks, clothes, and other supplies to Oakland’s homeless population, reported TMZ. The generosity […]
You can expect a couple of things from the updated “Jumanji” film series: action, more action and a couple funny moments. The latest trailer for the movie’s sequel does not disappoint in these areas. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The reboot […]
Two employees who participated in the racist moving of black patrons at a Buffalo Wild Wings have been fired. As previously reported a Naperville, Illinois Buffalo Wild Wings made national headlines after a group of patrons decided to leave after being asked to move tables because a regular customer “didn’t want blacks sitting nearby.” During the racist […]
via BlackAmericaWeb/RussParr/ IceCreamConvos.com: Unfortunately, we have sad news to report regarding Nicole Murphy She is mourning the death of her beloved mother, Ellen Mitchell, who passed away today. Murphy took to social media to share the sad news, according to IceCreamConvos.com: Today i lost the most beautiful person in the world to me my mom. I love you so […]
via EEWMagazine/Rebecca Johnson: Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o credits a very specific Bible-based prayer for preparing her for the success that came into her life like a whirlwind. “I remember, my mom always had this prayer—the prayer of Jabez,” said the actress who won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role as Patsey in […]
A Texas man sitting on death row has new eyes on his case, including that of superstars such as Meek Mill, Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Dr. Phil and more. Rodney Reed has been sitting on death row for the 1996 rape and murder of 19-year-old Stacey Stites. Reed has continued to proclaim his innocence and with his execution date […]
via eurweb: Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 12 Noon Pacific is the date and time set for Celebration of Life services for legendary actor-comedian John Witherspoon who is best known from film, TV and stand-up (The Wayans Bros., Boomerang, The Boondocks, Friday movies, The First Family and more). Witherspoon passed away earlier this week, Here’s what we reported […]
