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Karrine Steffans, also known as “Superhead,” is a former video vixen, author, and public speaker who gained fame in the early 2000s for her appearances in hip-hop music videos and her tell-all books. Steffans’ controversial memoirs, which detailed her relationships with high-profile figures in the entertainment industry, made her a prominent yet polarizing figure. As of 2024, Karrine Steffans’ net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million, largely accrued from her book sales, speaking engagements, and previous work in entertainment. Here, we’ll dive into those financial moves and see how she built that impressive amount. Rise To Fame Karrine Steffans was born on August 24, 1978, in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. She moved to Florida as a teenager and eventually relocated to Los Angeles in pursuit of a career in entertainment. Steffans initially gained attention as a video vixen, appearing in popular music videos alongside some of the biggest names in hip-hop, including Jay-Z...
Oprah Winfrey’s company has filed a trademark infringement suit against the hosts of the Oprahdemics podcast. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Kellie Carter Jackson and Leah Wright Rigueur are being sued by Harpo Inc. for their Oprahdemics podcast. Harpo Inc., which owns Winfrey’s trademark, believes users are being misled under the notion that Winfrey is involved with their platform. “Her fame is so extensive that she is instantly recognized by her first name Oprah alone,” wrote attorney Tamara Carmichael of Dorsey & Whitney in the complaint.
Business has been booming in the world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), but lawsuits have been filed over them as of late. On Feb. 3, Nike sued StockX, an online marketplace, for selling unauthorized NFTs of Nike sneakers, according to Reuters. According to the outlet, the federal complaint includes that the actions of StockX started in January of selling over 500 Nike-branded NFTs with “inflated prices and murky terms of purchase and ownership.” “Nike did not approve of or authorize StockX’s Nike-branded Vault NFTs,” the complaint reads. “Those unsanctioned products are likely to confuse consumers, create a false association between those products and Nike, and dilute Nike’s famous trademarks.” Nike is also accusing StockX of telling buyers they would be able to redeem the tokens for physical versions of the shoes “in the near future.” The sneaker giant’s intent for filing the lawsuit is for StockX to no longer sell or promote its Vault NFTs that use its trademarks, as well as for...
Book bans are affecting Black writers at alarming rates. According to a recent report by NBC News, there have been dozens of Black authors who have had their works of art pulled from school libraries due to conservative groups and their stance on critical race theory. Censorship has been taken to an all-new level with the ban of certain books across the nation and should make us all wonder at what point is enough, enough?
Chanel E. Martin is a force in the entrepreneurial world. At an early age, Chanel E. Martin recalls having two passions in the world of theatre and business. One passion has proven to be a long-term fixation as the former Georgia Tech student has grown to become the leading face of Kingdom Business Network. Before the launch of the faith-based network, Chanel E. Martin was a chemical engineer who became interested in deciphering the best methods for the hair and skin of people of color. In 2013, she became a co-founder of Myavana, a web and mobile-based platform using scientific analysis for Black hair care. While serving at Myavana , Chanel learned the entrepreneurial ropes to establish a successful company.
This is for literary enthusiasts! According to Harpers Bazaar, June Sarpong is here to help give underrepresented authors a voice through her platform at HarperCollins Publishers. She’s teaming up with HQ, a division of the publishing company, to spearhead a new imprint that aims to promote and celebrate the work of underrepresented authors who do not have agents. The author and broadcaster is committed to giving a voice to those with disabilities, those from minority ethnic backgrounds, and those from a working-class background. “It is such an honour to be able to offer a platform for new voices from diverse backgrounds, there are so many stories that are yet to be told from worlds that have so much rich content to offer a mainstream audience, ” said Sarpong in an official statement. “I look forward to embarking on this exciting journey to discover this untapped talent.” Working with HQ is not new to Sarpong who has published three books with the company. Her work includes a new...
Vince Staples is venturing into new territory! According to Pitchfork, he has penned a graphic novel, “Limbo Beach,” which has an anticipated release date of December 2021. The book is currently underway in partnership with Bryan Edward Hill, the author of “Batman & the Outsiders” and “Titan,” Chris Robinson of “Children of the Atom,” and Buster Moody of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” “Every kid has the same story. Wash up on shore. Enter the amusement park. Get superpowers. Why are you so different?” reads the book’s summary. “Join fan-favorite rapper Vince Staples, Bryan Edward Hill, Chris Robinson, and Buster Moody on an adventure into the mysterious Limbo Beach, an island theme park ruled by adolescents with unique abilities! Follow the newest member of the Wunderlosts, a band of misfit teenage raiders, on a journey to discover the truth about the park—and himself—in a tale that is equal parts Lord of the Flies and The Warriors.” “’Limbo Beach’ is the story of lost children...
Beloved writer and New York Times best-selling author Eric Jerome Dickey has died. He was 59-years-old. According to ESSENCE, Dickey’s publicist confirmed the news of his Jan. 3 death. His cousin La Verne Madison Fuller mourned his passing on social media after writing a heartbreaking Facebook post. Dickey was a celebrated figure in American literature who was responsible for penning several classic books about Black life — including “Sister, Sister,” “Friends & Lovers” and “Between Lovers.” He was credited for revolutionizing the art of storytelling in the contemporary fiction genre and had over seven million of his books published worldwide. Dickey — born and raised in Memphis, TN — began writing stories back in 1989, just seven years before he made his literary debut. He also explored work as a comedian and actor, but ultimately decided he wanted to pursue writing as his passion. Through his work, he was able to fill a void where Black people could finally be seen, and many fans...
The next generation of media moguls is on the rise and nine-year-old Atlanta native Nicholas Buamah is on a mission to jumpstart his career early. The best-selling author and philanthropist is adding talk show host to his resume debuting his new show called “Raising Greatness with Nicholas Buamah,” which premiered on YouTube July 1, Black News reports . With over 11,000 subscribers, Buamah’s new show features a plethora of special guests to speak on what led them toward their paths of success, with his first guest being celebrity chef/television host Jernard Wells. Some of his guests include but are not limited to — celebrity chefs, journalists, Hollywood actors, comedians, producers, professional athletes, and entrepreneurs. Buamah found his career start when he published his first book at just seven-years-old called “Kayla and Kyle: The Walking Dictionaries Vol. 1 Election Day.” Not only was his book considered an amazon bestseller, but it was also cataloged in the Library of...
Netflix recently teased a trailer to announce a new documentary profiling the life of Cyntoia Brown-Long. However, the streaming giant missed one key thing — none of Brown’s input. Shortly after releasing the trailer, Brown came out with a statement on Instagram explaining how she had no involvement in the making of the documentary. https://www.instagram.com/p/B_AvG61JA1g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link She captioned the post stating: “While I was still incarcerated, a producer who has old footage of me made a deal with Netflix for an UNAUTHORIZED documentary, set to be released soon. My husband and I were as surprised as everyone else when we first heard the news because we did not participate in any way. However, I am currently in the process of sharing my story, in the right way, in full detail, and in a way that depicts and respects the woman I am today. While I pray that this film highlights things wrong in our justice system, I had nothing to with this documentary.” Brown was...
Medical researchers and health officials are working hard to find a vast solution to calm the COVID-19 pandemic. As opposed to traditional medical resolutions and vaccines people are expecting to be developed, South African country, Zimbabwe, is proposing to pivot toward herbal treatments to end the deadly virus. The government of Zimbabwe has authorized herbalists to treat coronavirus patients, however, medical experts still encourage them to stick to WHO guidelines. In recent years, their traditional treatments and herbal remedies have garnered more attention from researchers in science, as reported by Face2Face Africa . On Monday, Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Health delivered a letter to the head of the country’s main COVID-19 treatment center, urging them to reconsider using an herbalist to treat patients. According to a VOA report , this herbalist may have a cure for the virus. Tribert Chishanyu, the president of Zimbabwe Traditional Practitioners Association, is happy that the...
Black-American books and literature are rich in history, context, life lessons, sexual distinction, humility, and presentation of racism. If you want to understand Black and American history and its relationship, there is always a book where you can pick learnings written by African-American authors. If you want to learn life lessons and struggles, books written by African-American authors are always good reads. Go Tell It On The Mountain – James Baldwin View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gabrielle (@punkygabz) James Baldwin’s Go Tell It On The Mountain (1953), a semi-autobiographical novel, was ranked 39th in the Modern List’s 100 best English-language novels of the 20th century. The story centered on the hardship of its main character John Grimes -a very intelligent fourteen years old boy, the lives of his parents, aunt, and his slave grandmother. The novel is also a good read for contemplating because words from the Bible are constant in the characters’ lives. Annie...