Entertainment
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THE Q&A: Actors to pay tribute to jazz icons at Ford Theatre
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer HOLLYWOOD — Actor Keith David is known for his booming voice and his resolute presence.…
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Short film pays homage to South L.A. ‘street soldiers’
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — When Director Nikki Hevesy heard the true story about a selfless act…
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BILL VAUGHAN’S TASTY CLIPS: Walt Disney Concert Hall to celebrate 20 years
By Bill Vaughan Entertainment Writer Award-winning R&B singer H.E.R., Los Angeles Philharmonic Creative Chair for Jazz Herbie Hancock, dancer and choreographer Lucinda…
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BOOK CORNER: From Jim Crow era to doctor, author describes his journey
By Marissa Wells Contributing Writer “Are You a N*****r or a Doctor?” is a new memoir by Dr. Otto Stallworth…
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Sheila E. makes history on fabled Hollywood walk
Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — Sheila E. made history on the Hollywood Walk of Fame July 12, becoming the first…
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Musical program highlights richness of Central Avenue
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Back in the day, Central Avenue was the heart of the…
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BILL VAUGHAN’S TASTY CLIPS: Chamberlain documentary ‘Goliath’ headed for Showtime
By Bill Vaughan Entertainment Writer The historic life, career and impact of Wilt Chamberlain, one of the greatest, most emulated…
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BOOK CORNER: Bad dreams personified, children empowered in nursery rhyme
By Marissa Wells Contributing Writer “The Catcher Dream,” by Kelly Anne Manuel, is an exciting new nursery rhyme that tells…
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Alexis Floyd portrays Muhammad Ali’s wife in play
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer CULVER CITY — Alexis Floyd plays the lone female character in award-winner Will Power’s drama,…
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BILL VAUGHAN’S TASTY CLIPS: New movies highlight challenges of Black athletes
By Bill Vaughan Entertainment Writer The triumphs and challenges of Black athletes despite instituted barriers to impede their greatness is…
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