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Wedding Bells Are Ringing: Taraji Henson reveals her wedding date
Wedding bells are ringing for actress Taraji P. Henson who confirmed she and her beau are tying the knot in the springtime! The 49-year-old fiancée revealed that she and Kelvin Hayden will say their vows before God and man on a special day in California’s northern Bay Area, known as wine country.
Prayers Up: Cory Condrey mourns the loss of his mother after she succumbs to cancer at 65
Sad news. A popular Georgia pastor is mourning the loss of his mother who succumbed to cancer after a long, courageous battle. Cory Condrey of Rain Fire Church in Douglasville confirmed that Donna Condrey had gone home to heaven after fighting “the good fight of faith.” She was 65.
Y'all Better Sang: Viral Walmart singing strangers reunite on 'Strahan, Sarah and Keke' [VIDEO]
An impromptu duet in the aisle of a Walmart Supercenter went viral, and now the pair that sang their way into the hearts of America is back at it again. Cassandra Turner Nelson and Donnell Cross didn’t know each other at all before their singing moment went viral. Watch their story, and hear them sing!
Prayers Up: Leading Democrats gathered for funeral of Jim Clyburn's wife, Emily Clyburn
Leading congressional Democrats and some of the party’s presidential contenders gathered Sunday for the funeral of Emily Clyburn, wife of House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn of South Carolina and prolific fundraiser in support of helping students attend the alma mater they shared.
Comfort Is Key: The beautiful Viola Davis changes into sneakers to present at 2019 Emmys
We love a woman who knows that being fabulous is great and all, but comfort is key. That’s why EEW Magazine Online editors said a collectively said go ‘head sis when Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis, 54, kicked off her peep-toe pumps she’d worn on the Emmy Awards purple carpet in favor of platform sneakers.
Man drowns during underwater proposal, fiancé writes 'You never got to hear my answer, Yes!'
A creative vacation proposal turned deadly, leaving a would-be fiancé, who should be celebrating, grieving the loss of her potential husband. While vacationing in Tanzania, Kenesha Antoine’s boyfriend Steven Weber Jr. proposed to her underwater, but never made it back to the surface.
‘When They See Us’ honors real Central Park 5 at Emmys, Jharrel Jerome snags trophy
The searing TV series on the plight of the Central Park Five created a memorable Emmy moment Sunday when the five exonerated men stood and were honored at the awards show. The surrounds true story of five minority teens coerced into confessing to a rape they didn’t commit in 1989
Patriots release Antonio Brown amid rape allegations
Antonio Brown was released by the Patriots on Friday after a second woman accused him of sexual misconduct. New England is the third team in seven months to have tired of the receiver’s conduct. The defending Super Bowl champions announced the move in a statement emailed to reporters.
Money-changer or soul-winner? Jamal Bryant accused of using rich rappers as a ‘money grab’
In John 2:13-16, Jesus flipped the money changers’ tables for using the temple for selfish gain and turning it into what He called a “den of thieves” instead of a “house of prayer.” Since hosting Kanye West’s “Sunday Service,” mega pastor Jamal Bryant is being accused of using the rapper to get money.
Watch: Kierra Sheard joins Chance the Rapper for performance of a song she co-wrote for his album
On Jimmy Kimmel Live! gospel singer Kierra Sheard performed “I Got You (Always and Forever)”—a track co-written by Sheard—from Chance’s latest album, The Big Day. The Hip Hop star, who also identifies as Christian, is a big fan of the vocalist’s 2016 song, “Hang On.” See the performance inside.
Christian singer Jordin Sparks ‘still reeling’ over successful return to Broadway in ‘Waitress’
Christian singer and actress Jordin Sparks says she is “still reeling” with excitement over her triumphant return to the Broadway Stage. The GRAMMY® Award-winning American Idol alum, who made her Broadway debut in In the Heights, took the stage as Jenna Hunterson in Waitress September.
We Rebuke the Devil: Public feud with Tamar Braxton and ‘The Real’ co-hosts continues
Wherever chaos, confusion, and discord are found, you better believe the devil is at work. Looks like it’s time to rebuke him and his efforts to stir up trouble with Tamar Braxton and the co-hosts of the daytime talk show, “The Real.” The ladies’ three-year ongoing battle is, unfortunately, a hot topic—again.
Report: 'The Rookie' co-star Afton Williamson's misconduct claims called 'unfounded' after investigation, she says there is a 'cover up'
Actress Afton Williamson has written a response to the ABC drama series producer who said claims of misconduct against her on the set of “The Rookie” weren’t substantiated by an independent investigator. The 35-year-old co-star of the show quit over what she said was sexual harassment and racial discrimination.
Jessica Reedy launches new school to help students ‘discover’ their gifting
She’s a fab Christian single mama of three on a mission to help the next generation discover and utilize their unique gifts in the world. Gospel singer, Jessica Reedy, 31, who shot to fame as a contestant on a singing competition, has expanded her career into the educational field.
New Album Alert: Travis Greene, Jason Nelson, Tasha Page Lockhart and more celebrate John P. Kee's ‘I Made It Out’ release
Pastor John P. Kee is getting big love from the gospel music industry in support of his new album, I Made It Out, available everywhere. Travis Greene, Jason Nelson, Tasha Page Lockhart, Myron Butler, Hart Ramsey and Chrystal Rucker took special time to record social media videos in celebration of the release.
Fantasia gets personal about faith, submitting to her husband, and the importance of prayer
Fantasia Barrino may be an R&B singer, but she has not forgotten about her gospel roots and is vocal about her serious relationship with Jesus Christ—something that influences her career and marriage. She stopped by Power 105.1 in New York City for a candid chat about marriage, faith and more. Watch!
Sing ma'am! Yolanda Adams’ anointed singing blesses Congressional Black Caucus prayer breakfast attendees
A GRAMMY® Award-winning gospel singer blessed the audience at a prayer breakfast hosted by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. Yolanda Adams, a talented and anointed vocalist, delivered a stunning rendition of her beloved hit song, “Just a Prayer Away,” at the 49th annual gathering.
Black man Trump called ‘my African American’ in 2016 leaves GOP. Here’s why.
Gregory Cheadle, who Trump called “my African American” during his 2016 campaign said he exited the GOP party because Trump and the party “have just shown that they have no interest in any other group but whites.” He is now running for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives as an independent.
Wedding Bells Again? Reality star Gizelle Bryant dating ex-husband Pastor Jamal Bryant
God is a restorer of relationships and families, and it appears that He may be doing a work in the lives of the Bryant family. Real Housewives of Potomac star Gizelle Bryant revealed that she and her ex-husband Jamal Bryant are dating following their previous divorce due to his infidelity. Get the details!
Women's March severs ties with controversial board members following anti-Semitism accusations
The Women’s March severed ties with three inaugural board members after allegations of anti-Semitism swirled and threatened to overshadow the organization’s grassroots work. Tamika Mallory, Bob Bland and Linda Sarsour will transition off of the board and shift their focus to other advocacy projects.