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The NFL will premiere two documentaries in the coming days titled “Keep Pushin: 60 Years of Activism in the NFL” and “Glory Days” in honor of Black History Month. “Keep Pushing: 60 Years of Activism in the NFL” will trace the evolution of activism on the part of players of color through generations, shining a […]
A press conference held outside of Lakewood Church was conducted by Houston Police Chief Troy Finner, Houston Mayor John Whitmire, Pastor Joel Osteen and law enforcement to provide more details about this tragic event. At approximately 1:35 PM, the deceased assailant identified as 36-year-old Conroe resident Genesse Ivonne Moreno entered Lakewood Church wearing a trench […]
The four and a half hour, two-night documentary event, Where is Wendy Williams? will debut on Saturday, February 24 and 25 at 8pm ET/PT on Lifetime. On the Friday night prior on February 23, Lifetime will encore Wendy’s biopic, Wendy Williams: The Movie and her 2021 documentary, Wendy Williams: What a Mess. The unfiltered documentary follows Wendy’s life after the end of her iconic daytime show, her health and substance abuse […]
In case you missed it, Glitter&Gumbo loves highlighting UCLA gymnastics and the women who give us remarkable routines. On December 15, 2023, UCLA hosted its annual Meet the Bruins event to showcase the upcoming gymnastics season. To our delight, Florida transfer student and now UCLA Bruin Nya Reed donned the mat in a sparkling leotard […]
The Gaylord Texan Resort, located in Grapevine, Texas, near Dallas, is a fabulous option for families to explore for seasonal activities. This year’s holiday theme, So. Much. Christmas began on November 10 and will run until December 31. Spending time with family and going on a vacation so none of us have to cook during […]
Webster’s dictionary defines the word evolve as an intransitive verb that means to undergo revolutionary change. Witnessing 40,000 women united as one under the helm and visionary focus of Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts for Woman Evolve 2023 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, is an intergenerational advancement for growth unlike anything I’ve ever seen. […]
In case you missed it, America came together briefly to help search for missing Black woman Carlethia “Carlee” Russell who was last seen in Hoover, Alabama on July 15, 2023, when she reported seeing a toddler on the I459 highway. Carlee’s red Mercedes was left on the side of the interstate along with personal belongings. […]
Teyana Taylor’s portrayal as “Inez” in the Focus Features film “A Thousand And One” is the epitome of Langston Hughes’ poem titled, ‘Harlem,” in which we visualize the impact of having a dream deferred. However, “A Thousand And One” isn’t just a movie; it’s reminiscent of curling up with a good book by the fire […]
HARLEM Season 2 is a bright hue of comic relief and delivers the insightful banter we all need to release laughter from our souls. The boroughs of Harlem shine flawlessly through the unique and effervescent characters of Camille (Meagan Good), Tye (Jerrie Johnson), Quinn (Grace Byers), and Angie (Shoniqua Shandai) harmoniously. In addition, a plentiful […]
Many moons ago, my first and favorite college roommate introduced me to the Vegan lifestyle and attempted to persuade me to switch up my eating habits. At the time, I thought she was crazy, bold, and adventurous to forgo meat consumption. The grit it takes to live a disciplined lifestyle that prohibits any food produced […]