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14/10/2025

Michael D’Angelo Archer Jr., the son of neo-soul and gospel artist , is speaking out following the death of his father.

In a message shared to his Instagram Story, Archer Jr. revealed that he watched his father pass away just as they were finally beginning to rebuild their relationship. He expressed how his father had been there for him after the loss of his mother, R&B singer , seven months ago.

“Unfortunately, time ran out. I know it wasn’t done with malicious intent, but today I’m not in any state of mind to make any statements. I wasn’t planning to,” he wrote in the post.

Prayers up for Michael Archer Jr. and the loved ones of D’Angelo during this difficult time.

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14/10/2025

Keeping Michael D’Angelo Archer Jr. in our thoughts and prayers after the loss of both his parents 7 months apart this year.

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14/10/2025

The family of the iconic neo-soul pioneer confirmed that Michael D’Angelo Archer, known to fans simply as D’Angelo, has passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.

In a heartfelt statement shared with Variety, his loved ones wrote:

“We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind,” according to the statement, while the family asks for privacy and celebrates his legacy.

From Brown Sugar to Voodoo and Black Messiah, D’Angelo’s voice and artistry helped shape the neo soul movement.

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13/10/2025

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie rededicated his life to Jesus Christ.

The star cornerback and wide receiver got baptized yesterday at Jacksonville’s Celebration Church before the Jaguars’ game against the Seattle Seahawks.

“It's Sunday. It's God's day. I've been planning to go get baptized for a minute… I changed my life over to become a better man,” the 22-year-old told ESPN.

"It means a lot. I'm becoming a better man and leaving my old self and starting a new chapter,” he added.

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13/10/2025

When asked why it’s important for Living Legends to continue celebrating and uplifting one another—especially during challenging times in today’s political climate—Carole Carper shared the following response:

“We’re all Black [Living Legends Gala attendees]. If we can’t celebrate ourselves, who is going to celebrate us?” she said.

Carper shared that she will be forever grateful to Fisk University, her beloved HBCU, for laying the foundation that reminded her never to forget her roots. That foundation has guided her in building her legacy and inspiring others to do the same.

She emphasized that Black people supporting each other, particularly during times when Black history is trying to be erase, is essential and deeply valuable.

Throughout her trailblazing career, Carper has broken numerous barriers. She made history as the first Black female news director at major television stations in both St. Louis and Los Angeles.

Her accomplishments also include becoming the first minority to serve as Region 2 Director for the Radio Television Digital News Association and documenting Jesse Jackson’s presidential campaign in the 1980s.

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13/10/2025

13/10/2025

Florida lawmakers have introduced House Bill 113, a controversial proposal that would require Florida A&M University (FAMU), the state’s top public HBCU, to rename W. Osceola Street to Charlie James Kirk Street in honor of the slain conservative activist.

The bill, filed Tuesday by Republican Representative Kevin Steele, directs university governing boards to rename designated roadways after Kirk. It further mandates that state funding be withheld from any university or college that fails to comply within the specified timeframe.

If approved, FAMU, along with Florida State University, Tallahassee State College, and North Florida College, would have 90 days to rename the designated street in honor of Charlie Kirk.

📸: Orlando Sentinel

12/10/2025

During her Chicago stop on the 107 Days book tour, former Vice President confronted a group of hecklers who interrupted her discussion to criticize her stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict.

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12/10/2025

Maverick City Music Responds To Chandler Moore’s Lawsuit, Denies Claims They Described As “Wildly Untrue”

Maverick City Music has publicly responded to a lawsuit filed by former member Chandler Moore, describing his allegations against the group and its leadership

12/10/2025

Opens Up About Sobriety, Second Chances, and His Most Honest Chapter Yet

Allen Iverson continues to defy the odds — this time, not on the basketball court, but in life. The NBA icon recently opened up about one of his most

11/10/2025

Actress Diane Keaton has passed away at the age of 79.

Her publicist confirmed the news to PEOPLE magazine. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed, and her family has requested privacy during this difficult time.

From The Godfather to Annie Hall, Something’s Gotta Give, and beyond, Keaton delivered performances that were witty, wise, awkward, and tender — always, unmistakably, her own.

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