Zendaya is set to bring fresh energy to the beloved Shrek franchise, joining the cast of Shrek 5 as the daughter of Shrek (Mike Myers) and Fiona (Cameron Diaz). The exciting news was revealed Thursday on the series' official social media.

It's official! Digital media and entertainment company, TheBlkScript is partnering with digital streamer, The Brick TV in an exclusive content deal. TheBlkScript creator and founder, Kevin Marable and Creator and CEO, Taurean Gordon have confirmed the groundbreaking move.

Academy Award winner Barry Jenkins gave us ‘Moonlight’ in 2016 and the film flowed through the cinema and pop cultural landscapes, alluring us with its beautiful and endearing representations of Black queer love, brotherhood, and the complexities of identity, masculinity, and self-discovery. The film, starring Mahershala Ali, Trevante Rhodes, Ashton Sanders, André Holland, Jharrel Jerome, and Alex R. Hibbert, earned the 2017 Academy Award for Best Picture and continues to receive widespread acclaim for its cultural impact.

MSNBC cancels ‘The ReidOut,’ the acclaimed show hosted by esteemed journalist and political analyst Joy Reid. The news of the cancellation broke yesterday as part of a sweeping network shake-up in the wake of the new presidential administration, sparking widespread discussion and speculation. Reid joined MSNBC in 2011 as a contributor, and her show, ‘The ReidOut,’ premiered in 2020, featuring insightful one-on-one conversations with politicians and newsmakers that tackled pressing political issues in the public sphere. On her show, Reid has delivered powerful and thought-provoking segments, including “True Justice Requires Going Further Than the Chauvin Verdict” (2020), “Amazon Workers Vote on Unionization” (2021), and “A Party in Civil War” (2024), to name a few.

Academy Award, Emmy, and Golden Globe nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor is set to star in Lucky, a new limited series from Apple TV+. The show, headlined and executive produced by Anya Taylor-Joy (The Queen’s Gambit), is adapted from Marissa Stapley’s bestselling novel and Reese’s Book Club pick of the same name.

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, known for his role in Marvel’s upcoming Wonder Man, has officially signed on to star alongside Mark Wahlberg in By Any Means, a new crime thriller directed by The Inspection's Elegance Bratton. Abdul-Mateen II steps into the lead role previously set for Sterling K. Brown, who exited the project due to scheduling conflicts.

The mystery surrounding the death of the president and the construction of a strange underground city is about to extend for another year: Hulu has renewed Paradise for a second season.

Congratulations to Rapman, creator and director of the hit Netflix series ‘Supacell,’ on winning the 2025 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series! Since season one’s debut in June 2024, the series has taken the world by storm with its captivating storytelling and supernatural performances, quickly becoming a fan favorite and earning widespread acclaim. The hit TV series, starring Tosin Cole, Adelayo Adedayo, Nadine Mills, Josh Tedeku, Eric Kofi Abrefa, Calvin Demba, and Ghetts, explores the effects of sickle cell disease on the Black community, and reimagines the disease to be one that defies reality and empowers Black people with strength, immortality, agility, and transtemporal abilities.

The comedy series Bookie, created by Chuck Lorre and Nick Bakay, has been canceled by Max after two seasons.

Cynthia Erivo is stepping into the role of Jesus Christ for a limited run of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl this summer. The Tony-winning actress shared the news on Instagram, teasing her excitement for the production, which runs from August 1-3.

Grammy Award-winning artists Kelly Rowland and Method Man team up for a special rom-com, ‘Relationship Goals,’ for Amazon MGM studios. The project is based on Michael Todd’s New York Times best-selling book, ‘Relationship Goals: How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and Sex,’ a refreshing guide to finding love and building a thriving relationship by getting real about your goals, values, and what truly matters. The film brings this practical guide to life with Rowland and Method Man, joined by Emmy Award nominee Robin Thede and Annie Gonzalez as co-stars.

Shonda Rhimes has stepped down from the Kennedy Center board following Donald Trump’s takeover of the institution. A spokesperson for the writer-producer confirmed her resignation, ending her tenure as treasurer. Rhimes, appointed by Barack Obama, was among the board officers before her departure.

BET+ and Hartbeat’s upcoming animated series Lil Kev continues to expand its star-studded cast. Gerald “Slink” Johnson (Black Jesus, White Men Can’t Jump) joins as a series regular, alongside supporting cast members Jamar Neighbors (Keanu), Cree Summer (Abbott Elementary), Anjelah Johnson-Reyes (Mad TV), and Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams (The Ms. Pat Show). The series premieres on March 6.

Anthony Mackie is making waves on his press tour for his latest Marvel film, ‘Captain America: Brave New World,’ set to hit theaters this Friday. As he shares exciting new details about the film, he says, “Kendrick did the title song for my movie. I hope that’s not supposed to be a surprise!”  Well, Mackie, we can’t say we’re shocked—after all, when it comes to superheroes, not all heroes wear capes, and Kendrick Lamar’s musical genius is nothing short of heroic!

The Pulitzer Prize-winning and 22x Grammy Award-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar partners with ‘South Park’ co-creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone for a live-action comedy set to hit theaters July 4. The project, to be released by Paramount Pictures, is written by Vernon Chatman, with Lamar and pgLang partner Dave Free serving as co-producers alongside Parker and Stone. While much of the plot remains unknown at this time, the live-action comedy will reportedly portray the collision of the past and present when a young Black man, interning at a living history museum, makes a jarring discovery about his white girlfriend's ancestors. 

Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo joins The Jennifer Hudson Show on Monday, February 10, to discuss his groundbreaking second consecutive nomination for Sing Sing. He reflects on his unexpected viral friendship with Kieran Culkin, how their bond formed, and the honor of co-chairing the Met Gala alongside A$AP Rocky, LeBron James, Pharrell, and Lewis Hamilton.

Pharrell Williams' highly anticipated musical biopic, Golden, has been permanently shelved and will not be released in any form. The film, directed by Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind), featured an all-star cast including Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle Bailey, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Brian Tyree Henry, Janelle Monáe, Missy Elliott, Quinta Brunson, Anderson .Paak, and Jaboukie Young-White.

Rihanna Navy, get up! The 9x Grammy Award-winning singer and business mogul, Rihanna, makes her return to film this summer. Set to voice Smurfette in the new ‘Smurfs’ movie, she brings life to the coolest smurf in the whole village as they are confronted by a larger-than-life threat to their world.

DeWanda Wise is set to lead Killer Bee, an upcoming action film based on David Crownson’s graphic novel. The project will be produced and co-financed by Tommy Oliver’s Confluential Films, a Black-owned, award-winning production company.

Universal has unveiled the first trailer for Jurassic World: Rebirth, the latest installment in the iconic franchise, set to hit theaters globally on July 2. The film stars Jonathan Bailey, Scarlett Johansson, and Mahershala Ali, promising an action-packed summer blockbuster.