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LGBT Voices

Andrew Chappelle, a Broadway and TV star, discusses the second season of Blindspotting, the musical Hamilton, and how his upbringing in Baldwin Hills shaped his career

Andrew Chappelle is a black, queer, indigenous writer, actor, and producer. He reflects on his Baldwin Hills roots, Broadway,...

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Michael Cox
April 17, 2023

Stars on The Rise

An Intimate Conversation with Snowfall Star & Award-Winning Director, Damien D. Smith

Actor, director, producer, and writer Damien D. Smith discusses his projects and the value of underrepresented narratives.

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Michael Cox
April 17, 2023

Stars on The Rise

Everett Osborne is Hollywood’s next leading man! Talks new lead role in feature film Sweetwater

Everett Osborne will portray Nathaniel Sweetwater Clifton in Sweetwater, a film about the first African American to obtain an...

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Michael Cox
April 17, 2023

Entertainment

Christine Horn Is Lifting as She Climbs (Demo)

The Official Black Magazine follows Actress and Author Christine Horn's career and how she thrives off seeing others succeed.

Tianti Mhonaé
April 11, 2023