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Diddy and Caresha had the world reconsidering relationship goals this week, but none of that hoopla stopped the next batch of investors from checking out what non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are new to the market. Investors, look no further. AfroTech is back with another roundup of NFTs that we believe are worth checking out.
Jun 10, 2022
There’s no question that Martin Lawrence is a comedy legend. Whether you first came to know him through his legendary stand-up routines, his legendary television show “Martin,” or his starring roles in the “Bad Boys” franchise (opposite Will Smith), Martin Lawrence has been entertaining you for generations. No less of an authority than Steve Harvey has acknowledged the role that Lawrence has played in today’s modern comedy world. “If nothing else, Martin’s career is a blueprint for young comedians to try and replicate,” steveharvey.com wrote. “Today, we see Charlie in ‘Black-ish’ (Dion Cole) or Thug Yoda on ‘Insecure’ (Tristen Winger) carry on the tradition that Lawrence helped build with ‘Martin.’ Whether young comedians are writing for themselves or writing for others, this basic principle of developing memorable characters is the key to becoming the success that Lawrence has become all these years later.” And Martin Lawrence has been well rewarded for this influence. According to...
Apr 27, 2022
Black Hollywood has historically made major contributions to the TV and film industries. However, many Black actors and actresses don’t get their proper shine or pay for their work. Here, we are spotlighting some of the highest-paid Black actors and actresses who’ve reaped the benefits from their fruitful careers. Halle Berry ($90 million) Photo Credit: ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images) Halle Berry’s acting career is highly regarded in the entertainment industry. She became the first Black woman to win an Academy Award for “Best Actress” and has starred in classic films like “Boomerang,” “Monster’s Ball,” “X-Men” and more. Berry has opened doors for many Black actresses and her efforts continue to set the standard for Black Hollywood. Queen Latifah ($70 million) Photo Credit: Bennett Raglin/Getty Images Queen Latifah has had a very rewarding acting career. Even though she began with music, the Oscar-nominated, Grammy and Emmy award-winning actress ventured off to Hollywood starring...
Apr 10, 2020