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Reverend Jesse Jackson has spent years shaping civil rights, politics, and social justice as a leader, activist, and presidential candidate. The post The Great Unifer: Defining Moments That Show Why Rev. Jesse Jackson Will Remain One Of The Most Influential Leaders Of All Time appeared first on Bossip.

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a towering titan who expanded the reach of the Civil Rights Movement, founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition and broke barriers with two presidential bids, died Tuesday, leaving an indelible imprint on American activism. In a statement shared with NBC News, the Jackson family described him as “a servant leader — not […] The post Rest In Power: Rev. Jesse Jackson, Towering Titan Of The Civil Rights Movement & Rainbow PUSH Founder, Dies At 84 appeared first on Bossip.

Marimar Martinez, a Chicago woman, was shot by an ICE agent after alerting her community to his presence. The agent's lies were disproven, exposing the government's abuse of power. The post Marimar Martinez: Border Patrol Shooting Victim Champions Accountability After Being Shot 5 Times, Wants Evidence Made Public appeared first on Bossip.

Keith Porter Jr. hasn’t received nearly the news coverage that Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti have, but a member of ICE also killed him. There is no telling whether Porter’s family will get justice in the form of criminal charges, but ubiquitous civil rights attorney, Ben Crump and attorney Jamal Tooson have called on […] The post Keith Porter Jr: Lawyers Call For California Attorney General To Open Investigation Into ICE Shooting appeared first on Bossip.

Cancer is one of those words that instantly shifts the room. Here's a gallery of Black celebrities who beat cancer. The post World Cancer Day: Tina Knowles, Dwyane Wade, Robin Roberts & Other Black Celebrities Who Survived & Thrived appeared first on Bossip.

And the Oscar goes to… Social media is buzzing over Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo‘s mind-blowing transformation into the infamous Joe Jackson in a stunning reveal at the center of the highly anticipated new trailer for Michael. In the now-viral first look, Domingo disappears under extraordinary prosthetics and makeup to become the famed Jackson patriarch whose […] The post And The Oscar Goes To… Colman Domingo’s Mind-Blowing Transformation Into Joe Jackson Shatters Social Media, Stirs Up Even More ‘Michael’ Mania appeared first on Bossip.

The United States government, at the behest of Donald Trump, chose political revenge theater over protocol when arresting former CNN news anchor and independent journalist Don Lemon. Journalists are still reeling and repulsed by the idea that Lemon would be put in handcuffs and charged with a felony for chronicling a political uprising in Minnesota […] The post Dirty Game: Don Lemon Says He Offered To Turn Himself In Before Arrest, Alleges Gov’t Wanted Public Embarrassment appeared first on Bossip.

Reshona Landfair, R. Kelly's teenage victim, bravely recounts her abuse and exploitation in a new memoir. The post Reshona Landfair: Jane Doe From The R. Kelly Tape Breaks Her Silence, Says She Was Brainwashed By Singer—’I Was Empty’ appeared first on Bossip.

Forget the A-listers in the trailers; the real stars of the screen walk on four legs and work for treats. We’re talking about the legendary pups who out-acted their human co-stars and secured their spots in the Hall of Fame. Lassie: the ultimate wonder dogShe’s the gold standard. Whether she was pulling kids out of […] The post Hollywood’s Top Hounds appeared first on The Eagle 106.9/107.5.

Lauryn Hill had the Grammys in their feelings with a moving tribute honoring D'Angelo and Roberta Flack. The post Lauryn Hill Leads A Soul-Satisfying Grammys Tribute To D’Angelo & Roberta Flack, Michael Archer Jr. In Audience For Moving Moment appeared first on Bossip.

Federal agents accused of killing Pretti, sparking outrage. GOP senator demands transparency, accountability despite usual support for law enforcement. The post Show Your Face: ICE Agents Involved In Alex Pretti’s Killing Reportedly Identified appeared first on Bossip.

Snoop Dogg‘s daughter, Cori Broadus, revealed the tragic news that her baby passed away at only 10 months old. TMZ reports the heartbroken new mom took to Instagram to announce Codi Dreaux’s death on Saturday afternoon. She posted a photo of herself smiling and holding the infant in her arms with the caption: “Monday, I lost […] The post So Sad! Snoop Dogg’s Daughter Cori Broadus Announces Death Of Her 10-Month-Old Baby Girl, Codi Dreaux appeared first on Bossip.