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72 New TV Pilots & Series with Black Actors Ordered for Next Season

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*Diversity continues its noticeable presence on small screen as broadcast and cable TV networks have ordered at least 72 pilots/series with black actors in starring/lead/supporting roles. Shadow and Act’s Tambay A. Obenson notes that ABC leads the pack with 14 projects featuring black actors in starring, lead and/or supporting roles. NBC follows with 13. The […]

Kanye West, Lee Daniels, Laverne Cox Among Time’s ‘Most Influential’

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*Time magazine released its 12th annual list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World on Thursday, an expansive round-up that includes Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, “Orange is the New Black” actress Laverne Cox and “Empire” executive producer Lee Daniels. West is also featured on one of the five Time 100 covers and […]

Laverne Cox Goes Naked for Allure: ‘I Felt This Could Be Really Powerful’ (Pic)

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*It’s been an epic week for Laverne Cox. The transgender star of Netflix’s “Orange is the New Black” made Time’s new list of Most Influential People in the World, and she’s also making headlines for posting nude in the pages of Allure Magazine’s May issue. She told Allure she was initially reluctant to go naked, […]

Laverne Cox Posts Makeup-Free Selfie from Vacay Spot (Pic)

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*“Orange is the New Black” star Laverne Cox celebrated her vacation with a makeup-free selfie along with the hashtag #transisbeautiful.   Finally a few days to relax. I feel so privileged to be able to do work that I love and very privileged to be able to take time off occasionally. I take none of […]

Caitlyn Jenner Attracts New Admirer…Dennis Rodman?

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*She hasn’t been in the public eye long, but Caitlyn Jenner is already attracting someone with a romantic interest in her. Chatting with TMZ Sports, Dennis Rodman put his bid in, saying that he would love to go on a date with Jenner…if she’s interested. As most people not living under a rock know, Jenner […]

Laverne Cox to be Madame Tussauds’ First Transgender Wax Figure

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*Before there was a Caitlyn Jenner, Laverne Cox was busy blazing a trail — as the first openly transgender person to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy for acting, the first to make the cover of Time magazine, and now the first ever transgender person to have a wax model at Madame Tussauds. The “Orange […]

Laverne Cox: Men Who Date Trans Women Are ‘Probably Stigmatized More Than Trans Women’

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*As a well-known advocate for transgender women, Laverne Cox very familiar with the power of her celebrity. While some folks embrace transgender women, there are those that don’t know how to accept the group, in light of “gender policing,” a practice that the “Orange is the New Black” star says hurts everyone. Particularly men who […]

B.Scott Accompanies Laverne Cox to BET Awards

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*Celebrity blogger B.Scott sued BET and its parent company Viacom for millions after accusing them of gender discrimination. He vowed to continue fighting the network, as well as gender inequality, after a dismissed lawsuit in April of 2014. However, earlier this year Scott and the network quietly settled and the details of the settlement remain […]

Andre Leon Talley: Caitlyn Jenner Looks Like a ‘Wealthy White Woman’ (Watch)

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*Veteran fashionista Andre Leon Talley and transgender superstar Laverne Cox of “Orange is the New Black” stopped by Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live” on Sunday and ended up dishing on Caitlyn Jenner’s fashion choices. In response to a caller question, Cox said of the 65-year-old’s style, “I think she looks great. I love what she’s […]

Laverne Cox on Cultural Appropriation, Take 2: Actress Pens Essay After Bravo Brushoff

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*Laverne Cox has been itching for a do-over regarding her answer to “Watch What Happens Live” host Andy Cohen’s question about cultural appropriation. She appeared on the show Sunday with fashionista Andre Leon Talley. Both were asked about the topic in relation to Amandla Stenberg’s comments about Kylie Jenner’s cornrows. After Andy labeled Stenberg’s response as “beef,” […]

Laverne Cox, Caitlyn Jenner Meet at ‘I Am Cait’ Screening

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*Laverne Cox and Caitlyn Jenner finally met in person Sunday night. After months of contacting each other via phone, Twitter and other methods, the two most famous transgender women on the planet posed for a photo during a private screening of Jenner’s upcoming series, “I Am Cait.” The pair joined a large group of women […]

Meagan Good, Gabrielle Union, Nicole Beharie Humbled by Mention in Viola Davis Emmy Speech

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Actress Viola Davis, winner of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for "How to Get Away With Murder," poses in the press room at the 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 20, 2015 in Los Angeles, California

Actress Viola Davis, winner of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for “How to Get Away With Murder,” poses in the press room at the 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 20, 2015 in Los Angeles, California

*The fact that their names came out of the mouth of Viola Davis during her historic Emmy win on Sunday was nearly too much for Gabrielle Union, Meagan Good and Nicole Beharie.

The trio were among the many celebs to congratulate the “How to Get Away With Murder’ star after she won best actress in a drama series and addressed the issue of race in Hollywood.

“In my mind, I see a line. And over that line, I see green fields and lovely flowers and beautiful white women with their arms stretched out to me over that line,” said Davis, 50. “The only thing that separates women of color from anyone else is opportunity. You cannot win an Emmy for roles that are simply not there.

“So, here’s to all the writers, the awesome people that are Ben Sherwood, Paul Lee, Peter Nowalk, Shonda Rhimes. People who have redefined what it means to be beautiful, to be sexy, to be a leading woman, to be black. And to the Taraji P Hensons and Kerry Washingtons, the Halle Berrys, the Nicole Beharies, the Meagan Goods, to Gabrielle Union. Thank you for taking us over that line. Thank you for the Television Academy.”

Davis’ words come as Good, 34, is set to make her debut in the TV adaptation of “Minority Report” on Monday. Good wrote a lengthy Instagram post in response to being mentioned, as well as the significance of Davis’ historic win:

This moment ..I couldn’t even speak .. It took my breath away .. What a moment. I grew up in this business .. Nothing has ever been given to me .. With Gods grace, I’ve fought for every opportunity .. Worked hard for everything .. I’ve been rejected or not even considered many times over, simply because of the color of my skin. I made it my mission to never be bitter .. Only better. To take great pride and Joy in my struggle and to trust God above anyone thought to be in charge of my destiny. Today I smile. I smile sooo big with tears in my eyes.. Seeng this #Queen not just succeed, Win.. Overcome .. To see her Conquer .. To see her talent, beauty and fearless determination come full circle .. And in Her moment she had grace, class and the spirit of a warrior returning home.. Wow. Listening to her acknowledge her sisters .. Both black and white .. Their desire to see equal opportunity for each other ..and to see us all win. #ViolaDavis ..Thank you ..thank you for your boldness tonight .. Thank you for your talent and your spirit you are sharing with the world. ..Thank you for acknowledging me.. I’m so humbled ..and for acknowledging all of us. You are a true Queen and a example that the sky isn’t even a limit to even be considered. Congratulations!!!!!! #ViolaDavis #Emmys 🏆👑

A video posted by @meagangood on

Gabrielle Union and Nicole Beharie were also humbled by the shout-outs:

A photo posted by Nicole Beharie (@nikkibeharie) on

“Orange Is The New Black” star Laverne Cox and Zendaya also praised Davis for her win:

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‘Concussion’ Doc Honors Will – Laverne Cox Big Ups Jaden’s Womenswear Ad

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*The real-life doctor who Will Smith portrayed in the film “Concussion” thanked the actor for telling his story and bringing his findings to life. Dr. Bennet Omalu presented Smith with Variety’s Creative Impact Award during brunch on Sunday at the Palms Springs International Film Festival. “He stole my soul from me,” he said. “I came … Continue reading ‘Concussion’ Doc Honors Will – Laverne Cox Big Ups Jaden’s Womenswear Ad

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First Look: Laverne Cox, Ben Vereen in Fox’s ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’

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*Here’s your first look at “Orange Is the New Black” star Laverne Cox as Dr. Frank-N-Futer and Ben Vereen as Dr. Scott in Fox’s upcoming remake of the cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Entertainment Weekly posted the photo of Cox in the iconic role – originated by Tim Curry in the classic 1975 … Continue reading First Look: Laverne Cox, Ben Vereen in Fox’s ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’

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Laverne Cox Responds to Her ‘Rocky Horror’ Reboot Critics

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*Laverne Cox has earned critical acclaim on the hit Netflix series “Orange Is the New Black,” and the role has secured her work on projects like the upcoming CBS legal drama “Doubt,” and FOX’s TV reboot of the campy cult classic film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Cox was cast in the iconic role of … Continue reading Laverne Cox Responds to Her ‘Rocky Horror’ Reboot Critics

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First Trailer: Fox’s ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Remake Starring Laverne Cox

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*The first trailer has been released for Fox’s two-hour musical remake of the 1975 cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let’s Do the Time Warp Again.” “Orange is the New Black” star Laverne Cox, leads the all-star cast as Frank-N-Furter, a sexually ambiguous, flirtatious mad-scientist holding an annual Transylvanian science convention to showcase the […]

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Chris Rock, Laverne Cox, Kerry Washington, Tracee Ellis Ross, Damon Wayans Join Lineup of Emmy Presenters

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*Chris Rock, “Scandal” lead Kerry Washington, “Black-ish” standout Tracee Ellis Ross and “Orange is the New Black” star Laverne Cox were among the second batch of Emmy presenters announced on Wednesday. The Jimmy Kimmel-hosted awards ceremony will air Sept. 18 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ABC from Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater. Other newly-announced […]

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