By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — Paul Mooney, the legendary comedian, actor and writer known for his sharp-tongued, no-holds-barred stand-up routines on racism […]
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Former Hollywood publicist’s book recounts walk of faith
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LADERA HEIGHTS — After decades in the entertainment industry as an actress, an insider and finally a highly successful motion […]
NBC won’t televise Golden Globes Awards in 2022
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Amid continuing concern about the lack of diversity and overall management of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, NBC announced […]
Transplant recipient’s model for success aids his survival
BOOK CORNER Wave Staff Report Three years ago, John Sperzel’s heart — and his world — were on the brink of stopping. While vacationing in Aruba, he was […]
‘Nomadland’ wins best picture, five other Oscars
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — “Nomadland,” the gritty yet life-affirming tale of wandering van-dwellers, scored a triple crown at the 93rd Oscars, winning for […]
Authors hope to inspire others in ‘Raisins Make the Milk Sweeter’
BOOK CORNER By Marissa Wells Contributing Writer “Raisins Make the Milk Sweeter: For Colored Girls to Find Their Roots and Wings,” by Andrean Jacobs and […]
Academy Awards show moves to Union Station
Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — The 93rd annual Academy Awards show April 25 will be like no other in the long history of […]
Marion Meadows’ new album is ‘Twice As Nice’
By Bill Vaughan Entertainment Writer Despite a pandemic, Marion Meadows’ creative spirit has been in perpetual motion and the fruit of his passion is “Twice […]
High school author writes guide for middle schoolers
BOOK CORNER By Marissa Wells Contributing Writer “The Super Guide to Surviving Middle School” by Dakota Rayne Jacobs is an exciting new guidebook that will […]
Movie fans launch campaign to save Cinerama Dome
Wave Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — Southland movie fans stunned and saddened by news April 12 that the ArcLight and Pacific theaters in […]