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We've lost yet another Hollywood giant this week. John Witherspoon, star of 'Friday,' 'Boondocks' and other classic features, died on Wednesday in his sleep at the age of 77. Celebrities including Regina King, Marlon Wayans and Ice Cube gave heartfelt tributes to the comedian. Rest in power, pops.
Also this week, 'Harriet' releases nationwide. Culture writer Zeba Blay spoke to the director Kasi Lemmons about the controversy her film is bringing. She discussed the Cynthia Erivo backlash and why we need more films that deal with slavery. Read her piece here. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | This week's best things 🎉 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Issa Rae and LaKeith Stanfield fall in love in the newly released trailer for the upcoming romantic movie “The Photograph.” | | | | | | | | | | | | | Tim Ragland, A 29-year-old Talladega native and Democrat, is the city’s youngest mayor ever. | | | | | | | | | | | | | Ciara and Russell Wilson paid homage to the queen and her husband. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Each week we'll have a new question or topic. Reply to us and we might feature your answer in next week's newsletter.
Have you seen 'Harriet' yet? What are your thoughts about Cynthia Erivo starring as the American hero?
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