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SZA Reveals Why She Decided to Make Her Acting Debut Instead of ‘Farming’

“I hope they’re lifelong friends after this,” says producer Issa Rae.

We Joined SZA, Keke Palmer, & Issa Rae on Set of One of Them Days

"[Women] are not afraid to get silly," Keke Palmer tells Teen Vogue on set.

Issa Rae's Go-to Haircare Brand Sienna Naturals Wants to Help You Embrace Your Natural Hair

"Take care of your natural hair. I went through the tough times so that you don't have to!”

Aida Osman on Rap Sh!t Cancellation: ‘Nothing Is Guaranteed for Black People in Hollywood’

“White women are back,” Osman says.

Rap Sh!t's Cancellation Is a Dangerous Warning for TV Diversity

“Will I ever catch a glimpse of myself and the culture I love on TV again?”

45 Actors & Insiders Share Their Thoughts on the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strikes

“Where the f*ck is the money?”

Issa Rae's Declassified College Survival Guide

Dropping knowledge for the next generation of creatives of color!

Issa Rae Stays in "Barbie" Pink Even on Vacation

The Barbie press tour may have stopped, but the pink hasn't. 

Here’s What Barbie Taught Issa Rae About Dying

“I always think about dying, all the time,” Rae tells Teen Vogue.

What Does It Mean to Be “Black Famous” — and Whose Approval Do We Need?

Is mainstream success and recognition, or white fame, even something Black artists should still be chasing?

Welcome to Barbie Land: New Trailer & 24 Posters Unveil Full Cast

Surprise! Dua Lipa is Mermaid Barbie, complete with blue hair. 💙

Issa Rae’s Rap Sh!t Has 3 Stars: Aida Osman, KaMillion, & Miami

The show’s leads talk hustle, female rap, and working with Issa Rae.

Issa Rae’s Jacket on “Insecure” Had a Hidden Message

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Surprise! Issa Rae Just Got Married in a Gorgeous Ceremony

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Sujata Day's "Definition Please" Interrogates the Model Minority Myth

The actor and director made a film inspired by her Indian-American upbringing.

"Insecure" Season 4 Made Me Realize It's OK to Drift Apart From Old Friends

"The 'it’s me and you forever, and no one else' mentality was simply unrealistic."

What It’s Like to Be a Costume Designer for Insecure

Shiona Turini on Issa Rae, Black designers, and her favorite season four looks.