Jeff Johnson explains why criticism of a new version of the history-making series “Roots” is unfounded. He says it’s a good thing that “Roots” is reemerging in today’s…
In 1977, an unforgettable moment in film and television was created when ABC aired the Roots miniseries. Now in 2015, the remake’s exceptional cast is…
Actor Laurence Fishburne will play Alex Haley in A&E Networks’ reboot of Haley’s classic African-American novel Roots, History Channel’s executive vice president and general manager Dirk Hoogstra…
The bidding war for where the Obama library, museum, and presidential center will be built has come to an end. The library will be built…
Some of Virginia’s finest bring their talents to the Virginia Rep on Broad
RICHMOND, VA. (RADIO ONE KISS): It’s a Senior Day in The Park Thursday, June 6, from 10am-2pm. The fun event happens at the Carillon in Byrd Park and features Kirby Carmichael and Ban Caribe. There will be music, food, games, and senior activities, so tell you mom and pop and grandma and grandpa to plan […]
Kiesha Moodie discusses how her organization contributes to education in disadvantaged communities. ROOTS fills in the gaps for parents and students.
The cast of “Roots” talks about their ground breaking mini-series that debuted in 1977 and reveal what it was and also is like being considered part of such an iconic film. The film, which drew 130 million viewers, continues to set records and remains a huge part of Black History on the small screen. During […]
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VIA: Biography.com (born August 11, 1921, Ithaca, New York, U.S.—died February 10, 1992, Seattle, Washington) American writer whose works of historical fiction and reportage depicted the struggles of African Americans. Although his parents were teachers, Haley was an indifferent student. He began writing to avoid boredom during voyages while serving in the U.S. Coast Guard […]
