TV/Film | Chicago Defender

Actor, Ser’Darius Blain Offers Luxury Travel Experiences with Top Shelf Getaways.

Danielle Sanders - May 24, 2021

Ser'Darius Blain is best known to fans as Fridge in the new Jumanji films as well as Gavin on the CW Charmed series reboot. ...

Comedic Legend, Paul Mooney Dies at 79.

Danielle Sanders - May 19, 2021

Referred to as the Godfather of Comedy, comedian Paul Mooney passed away today from a heart attack in Oakland, CA. He was 79 years...

Urban One Honors Women Leading the Change

Danielle Sanders - May 13, 2021

The third annual Urban One Honors will air Sunday, May 16, 2021, and simulcast on its sister network CLEO TV. Hosted by Gospel artists,...

Not another Slave Movie. The Underground Railroad Delves Deeper.

Danielle Sanders - May 11, 2021

Based on the Pulitzer Prize novel by Colson Whitehead, The Underground Railroad tells the story of Cora Randall as she seeks freedom from slavery...

Lackluster Writing Aside, “Without Remorse” Entertains.

Danielle Sanders - April 30, 2021

In "Without Remorse," Michael B. Jordan plays John Clark, a Navy Seal, on a mission to avenge his pregnant wife's murder. He finds himself...

Chicago Notables to attend Red Carpet Celebration Featuring Chicago Philanthropist, Early Walker.

Site Editor - April 27, 2021

Early Walker, Owner of W&W Towing will be joined by hundreds of elected officials, entertainers, and other notables as they will walk the red...

Regina Taylor Discusses Her Black Album Mixtape and Playing Michelle Obama’s Mother.

Ali Bouldin, Contributing Writer - April 26, 2021

Regina Taylor is a Golden Globe Award-winning actress, director, and playwright. In an exclusive interview with the Chicago Defender, the two-time NAACP Image Award...

Danielle Brooks Shines as Gospel Legend Mahalia Jackson in New Biopic.

Danielle Sanders - April 2, 2021

Executive produced by Robin Roberts for Lifetime, "Mahalia" tells the story of the gospel icon, Mahalia Jackson. Born in New Orleans, Mahalia Jackson began...

New Docuseries, “Moment of Truth,” Raises New Questions in James Jordan Murder.

Danielle Sanders - April 2, 2021

"Moment of Truth," the new IMDb TV docuseries premiers on April 2. The five-part series examines the horrific 1993 murder of James Jordan. The...

The 52nd NAACP Awards Honors Black Excellence.

Danielle Sanders - March 29, 2021

The 52nd NAACP Image Awards aired live Saturday evening. The star-studded evening began with an appearance by President Joe Biden and vice president Kamala...