The #OscarsAreStillSoWhite
A new analysis of best picture nominees over the last seven years shows that racial and gender representation hasn’t changed all that much
Culture
And the Oscar goes to … one or more of these 20 guests on ‘Another Act’
Check out our 2021 Oscars roundup and see what these stars have to say
Culture
Young Black artists show the academy what movies mean to them
Temi Coker and Michelle Robinson talk about their contributions to the promotional campaign for the Oscars
Culture
Across Minneapolis, verdict in Chauvin trial brings relief and jubilation
At George Floyd Square, a sense that finally Black life mattered
Culture
It’s time to stop showing the video of George Floyd’s death
We no longer need to see the recording of Floyd’s last breath
Culture
Meet Antonio Dikele Distefano, the new Italian superhero filmmaker
The multihyphenate artist aims to provide a much-needed breakthrough for representation in his country
HBCU
FAMU’s Calvin Ashley hopes to hear his name called during NFL draft
There was no 2021 spring season for the Rattlers, so all his attention has been on preparation
Sports
Zion Williamson’s journey with Jordan Brand to the Zion 1
The New Orleans Pelicans star is the first Generation Z signature basketball athlete in the history of both Jordan and Nike
Sports
Brian Grant overcame the odds to get to the NBA, but Parkinson’s was a different challenge
In an excerpt from his new book, Grant recounts how he learned he had the disease
Sports
Super Bowl champion Lavonte David is focused on his legacy beyond football
David speaks about his foundation’s college scholarship, his new contract and the infamous ‘Eat the W’ speech
Academy Award Nominees
‘Another Act’: Daniel Kaluuya on bringing Fred Hampton to the screen in ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’
‘Another Act’: LaKeith Stanfield on his role in ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ and rethinking William O’Neal
‘Another Act’: H.E.R. on upcoming Oscar nomination for ‘Fight For You’ from ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’
‘Another Act’: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II on playing Bobby Seale in ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’
Culture
At George Floyd Square, the work continues regardless of a verdict
While the jury deliberates downtown, activists at the site of Floyd’s death focus on praying, grieving and resisting
Sports
Black coaches are on the rise among NCAA basketball teams
In 2021, 51% of the men’s coaches and 47% of women’s coaches hired have been Black
Sports
Why Miami Heat guard Kendrick Nunn is helping single fathers
Raised by a single Black father in Chicago, the second-year pro understands the importance of his dad’s presence
Culture
‘Another Act’: ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ team talks supremacy and superheroes
Also, the significance of a Black man being handed the iconic Captain America shield
Culture
‘Fresh Take’ on race and justice
In partnership with the Connecticut Forum, The Undefeated presents unique perspectives and a ‘Fresh Take’ on conversations from the past with activist voices of today
Sports
‘Strength in Numbers’
The Undefeated’s Lonnae O’Neal explores the definition of Black excellence in sports, noting African American head coaches’ achievements this year
Jackie Robinson
Sports
Aari McDonald on her WNBA moment: ‘I’m just really proud’
Ahead of the league draft, McDonald discusses what the game means to her and what it took to get to this point in her journey
Sports
‘The sky’s the limit’: The promising WNBA future of Awak Kuier
The daughter of South Sudanese immigrants who grew up in a small town in Finland is a projected top pick in the draft
HBCU
No experience, no problem for new Tennessee State football coach Eddie George
University president Glenda Glover: ‘We were not looking for a cookie-cutter solution’ to bring back a winning football program
Daunte Wright’s mom says she ‘wants 100% accountability’ in wake of officer’s arrest
The Undefeated
Culture
‘Another Act’: Coby Bell discusses ‘Walker,’ The CW’s ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ reboot
Also, he recalls his role as Jason Pitts on ‘The Game’
Sports
Stephen Curry and Lee Elder join forces to inspire more Black golfers
The NBA star and golf legend want to grow the game among African Americans