Television

“HAHN” Recap: ‘A Sixth Sense’

HOLLYWOOD—The big confrontation fans had been waiting for on Tyler Perry’s “The Haves and the Have Nots” after Benny learned that Derrick was the guy who raped his mother when she was a teen finally came to fruition. This week’s episode, ‘A Sixth Sense’ allowed the audience to witness all of that fallout in real time. It would be...

“Survivor: Ghost Island” Merge Recap

HOLLYWOOD—I have been utterly enthralled with “Survivor: Ghost Island.” This is the first time in a long time where you can actually tell there is no mega alliance dominating everything. Yes, some might argue the Naviti tribe is controlling the game, but there are so many deciphers in that group that the merge proved to be more entertaining than...

“The Chi” Recap: ‘Space Jam’

HOLLYWOOD—Well it only took the episode before the season four finale for things to become interesting on “The Chi.” The penultimate episode, ‘Space Jam’ presented some interesting chaos. First off, this episode did not feature Nina or Dre once again. I mean that cheating bomb was dropped and we haven’t really seen the fallout from that. Looks like next...

Taylor Swift Leads MTV VMA Nominations

HOLLYWOOD—The nominees for the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards were announced on Tuesday, July 21, and Taylor Swift leads all contenders with a total of 9 nominations, including Video of the Year. Followed close are Kendrick Lamar and Beyonce who will go toe-to-toe with Swift in the Video of the Year race. Video Of The Year Beyonce “7/11” Taylor Swift feat. Kendrick Lamar...

“Slave” Dominates Independent Spirit Awards

SANTA MONICA—It appears the momentum for “12 Years a Slave” is indeed in its favor heading into the 86thAnnual Academy Awards. The period drama cleaned house at the Film Independent Spirit Awards taking home a total of four awards including Best Feature. Other big wins for the movie included Best Supporting Female for Lupita Nyong’o, Best Director for Steve McQueen...

“Big Brother 17” Week 2 Recap

HOLLYWOOD—Being an avid “Big Brother” fan, we’re going to take a close look each week at all the ins and outs of season 17. Note: SPOILERS will be evident in my recaps so be aware if you haven’t watched episodes or the live feeds. I had high hopes of the BB Takeover, but my concern is the Battle of...

“Selma,” “Black-ish” NAACP Award Winners

HOLLYWOOD—The National Academy of Advancement for Colored People held its 46th Annual NAACP awards ceremony on February 6. “Selma” was the night’s big winner with four trophies including Outstanding Motion Picture. Its star David Oyelowo was victorious in the Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture category for his role as Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Empire” star...

Diane And Jack Get Closer On “Young And Restless!”

HOLLYWOOD—Talk about making ‘Red’ livid on “The Young and the Restless.” If you don’t know who I’m referring to, I’m talking about Phyllis. When she learns that her foe Diane planted her lips on her one true love, Jack Abbott, things are going to explode people and not for the better. Jack has been slowly, but surely letting his...

Sharon Gets Closer To The Truth On “Y&R!”

HOLLYWOOD—There is one thing people should always be aware of about Sharon on the CBS soap “The Young and the Restless:” when she has an instinct she never lets it go. Sharon is hot on the trail of making it her mission to rescue Crystal, a sex slave worker, who phoned Sharon and asking for help. As the story...

“Pretty Little Liars” Recap: ‘Last Dance’

HOLLYWOOD—Yes, “Pretty Little Liars” fanatics the penultimate episode of the first half of season six, ‘Last Dance’ ended with a major cliffhanger. So with only one episode to go, would fans be able to decipher the truth about Charles aka “A?” No, but we’re getting closer, as the liars prepped for one of the biggest days in their high...