Jay-Z Closes Yankee Stadium Residency Following Hours-Long Delay, Delivers With Beyoncé, Rihanna, Teyana Taylor, Usher & More
Jay-Z celebrated the anniversaries of his albums “Reasonable Doubt” and “The Blueprint” with a star-studded concert at Yankee Stadium. Rihanna, Beyoncé, Pharrell Williams, Usher, and others joined him on stage for performances. The show started late due to a crowd surge but ended at 3 a.m. after a night of memorable collaborations. Jay-Z is set to perform in London and Paris before a concert at SoFi Stadium in October.
D.L. Hughley’s GED Section: Are You Tired Yet? American Politics and Broken Promises
D.L. Hughley shares a story from his upcoming memoir, “Charlie’s Boy,” reflecting on his troubled teenage years filled with excuses and trouble. A pivotal moment with his father made him realize the exhaustion of constant lying and running. He draws parallels between his personal experience and the current state of America, criticizing the gap between promises and reality. Hughley challenges listeners to focus on important issues and confronts the country’s division and anxiety, urging for a change in perspective and a reevaluation of priorities.
Emmy Nominations 2026: Every Black Nominee
The 2026 Emmy nominations showcase Black talent across various categories, including acting, writing, directing, and hosting. Notable nominees include shows like “Abbott Elementary,” “Euphoria,” and “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” as well as individuals like Dave Chappelle and Wanda Sykes. Black creatives also received recognition in the Creative Arts Emmy Awards for their contributions to television. The diverse range of nominees reflects the depth of Black excellence both on-screen and behind the scenes at this year’s Emmy Awards.
Lead Acting Categories
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II – Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series (Wonder Man - Disney+)
Quinta Brunson – Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (Abbott Elementary - ABC)
Ayo Edebiri – Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (The Bear - FX/Hulu)
Sterling K. Brown – Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (Paradise - Hulu)
Chase Infiniti – Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (The Testaments - Hulu)
Zendaya – Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (Euphoria - HBO Max) [1]
Supporting & Guest Acting Categories
Colman Domingo – Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series (The Four Seasons - Netflix)
Tyler James Williams – Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series (Abbott Elementary - ABC)
Janelle James – Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (Abbott Elementary - ABC)
Jessica Williams – Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (Shrinking - Apple TV)
Joy Sunday – Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie (DTF St. Louis - HBO Max)
Colman Domingo – Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series (Euphoria - HBO Max)
Ernest Harden Jr. – Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series (The Pitt - HBO Max) [1]
Directing, Writing, & Producing
Hanelle M. Culpepper – Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (Paradise - Hulu)
Salli Richardson-Whitfield – Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (The Gilded Age & Task - HBO Max)
Kirsten Pierre-Geyfman – Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series (The Pitt - HBO Max) [1, 2]
Reality, Nonfiction, & Creative Arts Categories
Wanda Sykes – Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special (Wanda Sykes: Legacy)
Charm La’Donna – Outstanding Choreography for Variety or Reality Programming (The Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show Starring Bad Bunny)
RuPaul – Nominated for Outstanding Reality Competition Program (RuPaul’s Drag Race)
Kimberly Kimble – Outstanding Contemporary Hairstyling (Euphoria - HBO Max) [1, 2]