Nia Long: Last News

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterKenya Barris is taking the yellow brick road to Oz for Warner Bros.’ upcoming “Wizard of Oz” remake.The creator of “Black-ish” is set to write and direct the reimagining, which is completely separate from New Line’s previously announced retelling of “The Wizard of Oz.” New Line’s version will be directed by Nicole Kassell (“Watchmen”) and is described as “fresh take” on Dorothy and the Land of Oz. Any specifics about Barris’s version have been kept under wraps.Both projects are based on L.

Storm Reid is happily wearing many hats. The actress, budding producer, and rising sophomore at University of California, Los Angeles is not only one of the most beloved characters on the insanely popular, Emmy-nominated HBO show Euphoria, but has roles in the upcoming Searching 2 alongside Nia Long, is running her own production company, A Seed & Wings, and is a full-time college student living on-campus. We speak to her just as the 2022 Emmy nominations have been announced, and unsurprisingly, she’s elated to hear how one aspect of her hard work is paying off professionally.

several recurring guest stars together with the original stars from the films --  Morris Chestnut, Melissa De Sousa, Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long and Harold Perrineau.Based on the Universal movies by writer-director Malcolm D. Lee, will catch up with Harper (Diggs), Robyn (Lathan), Jordan (Long), Lance (Chestnut), Quentin (Howard), Shelby (De Sousa), Candace (Hall) and Murch (Perrineau) as relationships evolve and past grievances resurface in the unpredictable stages of midlife crisis meets midlife renaissance.Lee, who oversaw the films and is behind the limited series, directed four episodes alongside Charles Stone III, Robert Townsend and Stacey Muhammad. Lee also served as a producer with Dayna Lynne North ().«Here we go! The band is back together! I am very excited to bring these iconic characters back to the fans who have supported us through this franchise,» Lee said in a statement when the series was announced last February.

Wilson Chapman editorIn celebration of Juneteenth, AMC Theatres will present special screenings of “Judas and the Black Messiah,” “The Best Man” and other popular movies focusing on Black voices.From this Friday to Wednesday, select AMC locations will offer special screenings of “Judas and the Black Messiah,” “The Best Man,” “Just Mercy” and “42.” The screenings will be available to audiences at a discounted price of $5.Directed by Shaka King, “Judas and the Black Messiah” tells the story of Black Panther chairman Fred Hampton (Daniel Kaluuya, who won an Oscar for the role) and his murder by the FBI, after being betrayed by informant William O’Neal (Lakeith Stanfield). The film premiered last year to critical acclaim, and was nominated for six Oscars.

Nia Long is celebrating by showing off her moves. The actress took to Twitter to share her joy as the Celtics, coached by her fiancé, Ime Udoka, secured a victory against the Miami Heat on Sunday night.

taking the Celtics to the NBA Finals in his first year leading the storied team. With that being said, no one is happier than Long. After the team took home the Eastern Conference Championship trophy, she shared a video of herself cheering, doing a high-kick in excitement.

Actress Nia Long was in a dancing mood on Sunday night, celebrating her fiance Ime Udoka as he advanced to the NBA Finals.The 51-year-old actress took to Twitter on Sunday night, sharing a video of her dancing briefly while celebrating Udoka, the head coach of the Boston Celtics.The Celtics beat out the top-seeded Miami Heat to advance to the NBA Finals, where they'll play the Golden State Warriors for the NBA Championship.Yes!!! pic.twitter.com/uW96N1EEqg— Nia Long (@NiaLong) May 30, 2022 Dancing:Actress Nia Long was in a dancing mood on Sunday night, celebrating her fiance Ime Udoka as he advanced to the NBA Finals Celebrate:The 51-year-old actress took to Twitter on Sunday night, sharing a video of her dancing briefly while celebrating Udoka, the head coach of the Boston CelticsThe actress was clad in a black t-shirt and short blue jean shorts with her black hair tied back in a pony tail.She jumped and screamed while dancing around in her living room and even delivering a leg kick in the brief video. The video was captioned, simply, 'Yes!!!' in reference to her fiance's big win, advancing to the NBA Finals in his first year as the head coach of the Boston Celtics.

Macy Gray has got a whole new style.

Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long and Harold Perrineau  — who have returned to reprise their iconic roles for the spinoff. The series, based upon the eponymous Universal film franchise written and directed by Malcolm D. Lee, will catch up with Harper (Diggs), Robyn (Lathan), Jordan (Long), Lance (Chestnut), Quentin (Howard), Shelby (De Sousa), Candace (Hall) and Murch (Perrineau) as their relationships evolve and past grievances resurface in the unpredictable stages of midlife crisis meets midlife renaissance.

The Best Man: The Final Chapters has added some amazing new stars to its list of recurring cast members.Nicole Ari Parker, Ron Canada, Brandon Victor Dixon, Michael Genet, Yvonna Pearson, Aaron Serotsky, Terrence Terrell, Tobias Truvillion and Eric Scott Ways will join the new show for its 10-episode run.The original cast from the popular film franchise of the same name are set to reprise their roles in the highly anticipated The Best Man: The Final Chapters. This includes Taye Diggs as Harper Stewart, Morris Chestnut as Lance Sullivan, Terrence Howard as Quentin Spivey, Sanaa Lathan as Robyn Stewart, Melissa De Sousa as Shelby Taylor, Regina Hall as Candace Murchison, Harold Perrineau as Julian Murchison, ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Honoree Nia Long as Jordan ArmstrongCreated, written and executive produced by Malcolm D.

Peacock‘s The Best Man: The Final Chapters announce Nicole Ari Parker (And Just Like That, Chicago P.D.), Ron Canada (The Good Fight, The Orville), and Tony winner Brandon Victor Dixon (Power, Jesus Christ Superstar Live!) is among its recurring guest stars. They join previously announce franchise stars Morris Chesnut, Melissa De Sousa, Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrance Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long, and Harold Perrineau.

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith’s marriage has been at the recieving end of a lot of public scrutiny over the years, with longstanding rumors insisting the pair had an open marriage. While the couple has since denied those musings about their marriage, they did let fans in on a very intimate time in their union when the Girls Trip actress was in a relationship with someone else.The Academy bans Will Smith from the Oscars for the next 10 yearsWill Smith’s upcoming projects paused after Oscars incidentWill Smith resigns from the Academy after hitting Chris Rock, ‘I am heartbroken’In July 2020, Jada centered an episode of her series The Red Table Talk around herself to reveal that she had a relationship with R&B singer August Alsina while separated from her husband.

Before the slap. Will Smith and Chris Rock‘s altercation at the 2022 Oscars made tons of headlines, but the duo’s history began well before the comedian’s joke about Jada Pinkett Smith.

Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long and Harold Perrineau  — have returned to reprise their iconic roles. Based on the Universal movies by writer-director Malcolm D. Lee, will catch up with Harper (Diggs), Robyn (Lathan), Jordan (Long), Lance (Chestnut), Quentin (Howard), Shelby (De Sousa), Candace (Hall) and Murch (Perrineau) as relationships evolve and past grievances resurface in the unpredictable stages of midlife crisis meets midlife renaissance.On March 14, Morris Chestnut gave fans the first peek behind the scenes of production, posting a photo of himself smiling alongside Lee.

Quinta Brunson is feeling the love for  and she's soaking it all up! The creator and star of the hit ABC series spoke with ET's Matt Cohen at the 15th annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, where's she's not only an excited guest but an honoree. «First of all, I was excited because I just wanted to be invited,» she admitted, calling it a beautiful event. «So when I found out I was getting honored, the best part was, „oh, I get a free invite!“ So, I was excited about that. The actress said she was grateful to be in the presence of all the guests and fellow honorees Nia Long, Chanté Adams and Aunjanue Ellis.

Emily Longeretta Morris Chestnut doesn’t have a “secret” to success, per se, but there is one thing he wishes he’d done when he started working in the industry three decades ago: study.“If I knew when I was first starting out that I would still be here, I would have focused more on the craft — I would have studied like crazy in the beginning,” he tells Variety. “When I got into this, I got a big break early. I was always trying to look for the next job.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorCelebrate this year’s Oscars before, during and after the big night.From Mindy Kaling to Beyoncé and Jay-Z, celerities and industry bosses will toast the nominees and winners of the 94th Academy Awards.Pop that bubbly and shine those shoes because the fun is about to begin.MARCH 22Emily’s List9:30 a.m. This year’s theme is “The Collective Power of Women.” Panelists include Gloria Calderón Kellett, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Robin Theade, U.S. Rep.

Nia Long, whose acting career spans more than three decades in film and television—and who is cited as the pinnacle of beauty and sex appeal in more than a few song lyrics— performance remains about art. Fame and fortune were never the goals for the now-veteran actor. Instead, stepping in front of the camera was a catalyst for something more primal: survival.Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Long, 51, is a second-generation Trinidadian American; her grandparents, she tells me, moved to the U.S.

classic in Black culture and served as “romance goals” for so many couples after its release in 1997.Written and directed by Theodore Witcher, Love Joneswas set in the beautiful city of Chicago and followed the passionate – but at times tumultuous – relationship between the poetic Darius Lovehall and Nina Mosley, a talented photographer. The film would follow Darius and Nina as they fall in love and grow within themselves individually as well as together.

Jonah Hill marked the first day of Daylight Saving Time catching some rays at the beach.The Don't Look Up actor wore a pair of purple swim shorts as he enjoyed the sand and the sun while hanging out with friends in Malibu on Sunday.The 38-year-old actor sported a beard and sun-bleached hair while enjoying a cool drink as he gazed out at the ocean. Beach day: Jonah Hill enjoyed a day with friends at the beach in Malibu Sunday.

Actress and producer Nia Long has signed on to ABC’s Let The World See, a limited docuseries chronicling Mamie Till-Mobley’s quest for justice that sparked the civil rights movement after her son Emmett Till’s brutal murder.