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John David Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, and Samuel L. Jackson Star in ‘The Piano Lesson’ Trailer

November 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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Premiering on Netflix on November 22, 2024, and currently in select theaters, The Piano Lesson brings August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play with a star-studded cast to the screen. Directed by Malcolm Washington in his feature debut, the film features a compelling story about family, legacy, and the ghosts of the past.

At the story’s heart is a battle over a prized heirloom piano, a symbol of the Charles family’s history. John David Washington plays Boy Willie, a man eager to sell the piano to build his fortune. His sister, Berniece, portrayed by Danielle Deadwyler, refuses to part with the piano, as it represents the family’s heritage. Samuel L. Jackson stars as their uncle, Doaker, who tries to mediate the escalating conflict but finds himself confronting long-buried family secrets.

Adapted from Wilson’s iconic play, The Piano Lesson explores themes of identity, resilience, and the complexities of intergenerational trauma. With a screenplay by Virgil Williams and Malcolm Washington, the film features an all-star ensemble cast including Ray Fisher, Michael Potts, Erykah Badu, Skylar Aleece Smith, and Corey Hawkins.

Produced by Oscar-nominated Denzel Washington and Todd Black, The Piano Lesson brings to life Wilson’s powerful examination of family and legacy. The film’s score is composed by Alexandre Desplat, adding another layer to the gripping narrative. As the Charles family contemplates their past, the movie reveals startling truths about how history is shaped, and who ultimately gets to decide its meaning.

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Janet Jackson Reveals Her Unreal List Of Celebrity Relatives (Aside From The Obvious Ones)

August 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Janet Jackson is of course a member of one of entertainment history’s most famous families: The Jackson family. So, she counts Michael Jackson and others among her relatives. It turns out that her family tree is even more star-studded than that, though, as she just revealed.

In a recent interview with BBC Radio 2’s Scott Mills (find a video clip here), Jackson was asked about the rumor that she’s related to Stevie Wonder and she confirmed it’s true, saying, “He’s our cousin.” She added, “Not a lot of people know that. He’s our cousin on my mother’s side. So is Tracy Chapman. So is Samuel [L.] Jackson.”

Meanwhile, following reports that Jackson had signed a deal for a Las Vegas concert residency, a representative reportedly confirmed the news with a statement, saying, “We are thrilled to announce Janet’s upcoming residency at Resorts World Las Vegas. This partnership offers a unique opportunity to celebrate her legacy and deliver unforgettable performances. The energy and excitement of Las Vegas, especially around the holiday season, make it the perfect setting for this new chapter. Janet is excited to connect with her fans and bring her iconic music to life in a fresh and dynamic way.”

Janet Jackson Blows Fans Away By Revealing Celebrity Relatives: Watch

August 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Yes, Janet Jackson comes from a famous family. Her older brother Michael is the King of Pop, and the rest of her siblings comprised the legendary Jackson 5. Everybody knows this. Jackson’s family is so expansive, however, that there are more famous people than we all realized. The singer went on BBC Radio 2 on August 13, and proceeded to blow the mind of the host when she listed off some of her cousins. Apparently, Samuel L. Jackson and Stevie Wonder are part of the Jackson family tree.

Stevie Wonder was the starting off point for the revelatory conversation. The host asked Janet Jackson what her relationship was with the soul icon, and she confirmed that they were cousins. Jackson then proceeded to named Tracy Chapman as another relative. “He’s our cousin. Not a lot of people know that,” she explained. “He’s our cousin on my mother’s side. So is Tracy Chapman.” The host was not alone in his shock. Most of the internet reacted the same way, noting that they were completely in the dark when it came to Janet Jackson’s extended family. Samuel L. Jackson shares a surname with the songstress, but that was another revelation that seemingly came out of nowhere.

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Janet Jackson Has A Ton Of Famous Cousins

Janet Jackson revealed her insane family tree on the Radio 2 Breakfast show this morning

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— Scott Mills (@scott_mills) August 13, 2024

Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson worked closely during the 1970s and 80s. The two men were Motown prodigies, and collaborated multiple times on record. Their most notable collab, “Just Good Friends,” was one of the few non-singles on 1987’s Bad. Wonder has voiced support for the Jackson family in the wake of Michael’s death. Especially given the allegations that have leveled at the pop star courtesy of the documentary Leaving Neverland. “He’s died, he’s dead,” Wonder told TMZ. “Hopefully, we can continue the legacy of inspiration he has given a lot of kids and a lot of people.”

Interestingly, Samuel L. Jackson has discussed his family tree in the past. The actor did a Wired Auto Complete interview in 2017. One of the questions he was asked was whether he was related to Michael Jackson, and he stated, plainly, “nope.” There aren’t any other instances of the actor addressing the topic, but it’ll be interesting to hear what he has to say after Janet Jackson’s claims. Somebody’s telling the truth.

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Samuel L. Jackson To Lead Alongside ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Star Henry Golding in ‘Head Games’

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Samuel L. Jackson will star alongside Crazy Rich Asians star Henry Golding in Head Games, a new psychological sci-fi thriller.

Deadline reports that Anthony Mandler, best known for music videos, will direct the script written by Colin Liddle. Executive production is from A Higher Standard’s Jeffrey Greenstein, Range Media Partners’ Casey Durant, Brillstein Entertainment Partners’ Zac Frognowski, and Kesh Keswani.

Head Games is a story about Jacob, a corporate spy who poses as a personal chef to infiltrate the villa of a former neuroprosthetics firm founder to steal his seismic-shifting new invention. Golding will portray Jacob, while Jackson will portray Graham, the former founder of the neuroprosthetics firm.

“Head Games is the right mix of everything A Higher Standard advocates for — a high-quality, talent driven film that truly stands out as exceptional. Samuel is so believably and deceptively brilliant, making the pairing of him with Henry, who possesses the effortless charm to induce his way into Graham’s inner circle, an incredible canvass for Anthony to adeptly carry audiences on an intensely suspenseful ride,” in a statement from Greenstein.

Producers include Range Media Partners’ Brian Kavanaugh-Jones and Fred Berger, Brillstein Entertainment Partners’ Josh Glick, and Everlast Pictures’ Adonis Tountas.

“I couldn’t be more excited to bring this brilliant script to life,” from Mandler. “Head Games is a propulsive story that pushes the boundaries of what we know as reality and what could ultimately become fiction before our eyes. The buildup and ultimate unraveling of these characters is both a metaphor for our culture today as well as a foreshadowing to what’s to come.”

Filming for Head Games will kick off this October.

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Ava DuVernay Parties With Taraji P. Henson, Samuel L. Jackson, David Oyelowo & More For “Origin” Film

January 9, 2024 by newhiphopnews

While her latest film, Origin, encompasses a more somber tone, Ava DuVernay was all smiles as she celebrated the feature. Origin arrived a month ago, on December 8, but the film remains a hot topic among cinephiles. DuVernay’s illustrious filmography spans movies focusing on Black culture, community, racism, and injustice—and Origin isn’t for the weak.

Origin is based on Isabel Wilkerson’s bestseller Caste: The Origin of Our Discontents. The Pulitzer Prize winner released her much-talked-about book in 2020, which centers on her personal journey. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor stars as Wilkerson in the biographical film that begins with the murder of Trayvon Martin in 2012. Likening racism to India’s caste system, DuVernay, through her lens and a cast of characters, weaves through cultural experiences from the Holocaust to the Slave Trade, and examines the links between Nazi Germany and American laws. Although the film may be on the heavier end of the spectrum, audiences praised DuVernay’s latest efforts.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 08: Threads celebration of Ava DuVernay’s film ORIGIN and Black Awards Contenders at Sunset Tower Hotel on January 08, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Arnold Turner/Getty Images for Threads)

Among the applause are celebrated actors and industry professionals who joined the filmmaker at the Sunset Tower Hotel in Hollywood, Calif., last night. Threads hosted the event and also celebrated Black actors who are contenders this award season. Guests included Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Samuel L. Jackson and his wife LaTayna Ricardson Jackson, The Color Purple‘s Colan Domingo, Danielle Brooks, and Taraji P. Henson; Insecure‘s Sarunas Jackson; American Fiction‘s Jeffrey Wright; David Oyelowo, Laz Alonso, Gabrielle Dennis, and legendary actor Glynn Turman, among others.

Watch the trailer for Origin below and skim through a few highlights from the evening.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 08: LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Samuel L. Jackson and Ava DuVernay attend Threads celebration of Ava DuVernay’s film ORIGIN and Black Awards Contenders at Sunset Tower Hotel on January 08, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Arnold Turner/Getty Images for Threads)

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Magic Johnson, Samuel L. Jackson Still On Gorgeous Yacht Vacay

July 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Name a more iconic duo than NBA great Magic Johnson and Marvel movie maven Samuel L. Jackson. The two have been enjoying a long vacation on a yacht in Sardinia, an island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is the second largest island in the sea, right behind Sicily, and it’s just big enough to harbor the massive yacht the celebrities are relaxing on. Magic Johnson is renting the yacht at an exorbitant $1 million per week, and they are about to enter week two of the vacation extravaganza.

The two are on summer hiatus after busy starts to their 2023. For Magic Johnson, the Laker legend was looking to make a bid for the NFL team, the Washington Commanders, as part of an investment group. If the deal were to get pushed through, he will be part of the group that owns the franchise for a record-breaking $6.05 billion price tag. Meanwhile, Samuel L. Jackson is coming off filming for the Marvel TV series Secret Invasion, currently streaming on Disney+.

Magic Johnson & Samuel L. Jackson Soaking Up The Sun

magic johnson samuel l jackson vacation — LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 13: Samuel L. Jackson attends the Secret Invasion launch event at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California on June 13, 2023. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney)

Samuel L. Jackson is also coming off filming the sequel to Marvel’s 2019 movie Captain Marvel, aptly named The Marvels. At 74 years old, the man deserves a break, and he’s doing exactly that on a yacht in Sardinia. During his time with Magic, Jackson has been receiving acupuncture and cupping treatments to help relieve him of some physical soreness. This is to set him up for more filming, as the prolific actor is under contract for four upcoming features within the next year.

Johnson and Jackson jumped off the mega-yacht for some Italian grub at the Cala di Volpe Hotel. Magic has taken this annual trip for almost a decade straight, renting the “Phoenix2,” which measures 296 feet long. The yacht has everything you could ever ask for: an outdoor theater, swimming pool, jacuzzis, and a gym. No word on when — if ever — the two of them will disembark the Phoenix2. For now, they’re enjoying the time off.

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Samuel L. Jackson Enjoys Acupuncture On Magic Johnson Mega Yacht Holiday

July 6, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Magic Johnson has become famous for his extravagant yacht vacations. The premise is simple – Johnson hires a mega yacht, draws up an exclusive guest list, and cruises around the world for a few weeks in the summer. 2023 saw Johnson rent the Phoenix 2, a 296-foot mega yacht that he planned to take around the French Riveria. Reportedly, one week of rental will set you back $1.2 million.

Samuel L. Jackson is one of the lucky guests on this year’s trip. The 74-year-old actor has had a busy 2023, with two major Marvel projects releasing this year. The Marvels, the buddy comedy sequel to Captain Marvel, premieres in November. Meanwhile, Secret Invasion, the Nick Fury-centric Disney+ series, debuted in June. Along with up to four reported projects that he’s currently filming, Jackson deserves a well-deserved break.

Jackson Gets Acupuncture And Cupping On Mega Yacht

In images Jackson shared to his Instagram story, the actor showed off some of the activities he was getting up while on board Phoenix 2. First, he showed off extensive acupuncture across his shoulder. “Accu in da Sun!! DAAYUUUUM,” Jackson wrote on social media. Furthermore, he added “#ijustwannayachtyachtyachtyacht” to complete the post. Additionally, Jackson shared a picture of him undergoing a cupping treatment across his arms and back. “Lil Cupping To Cap It Off!!!” Jackson wrote.

However, Jackson is not the only person taking to the high seas on a mega yacht. Tom Brady has been seen on multiple yachts as of late. He partied up on the same yacht as Leonardo DiCaprio. The two men share an ex in Gisele Bündchen. Elsewhere, Brady showed off a pro-ready physique while yachting with his kids off the coast of Greece. If that wasn’t enough, Brady also linked up with MrBeast. The YouTuber was filming a video exploring different tiers of luxury yachts when he ran into Brady. He had the NFL great complete a few football-themed challenges. As the summer continues, we can assume that many more celebs will be taking to the water.

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Usher, Not Beyoncé, Is ‘This Generation’s Stevie Wonder,’ According To Samuel L. Jackson’s Daughter

June 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Samuel L. Jackson discussed not only his new Marvel show that begins streaming today (it’s called Secret Invasion and it’s on Disney Plus) but also, fittingly enough for the publication, his taste in music. And while some of his responses are no surprise, others are, and some are just downright illuminating.

In addition to admitting that he likes the music of the late Juice WRLD, he also draws an interesting parallel between Stevie Wonder, Usher, and Beyoncé. Check out his full response below:

There’s some music of my youth that I still listen to. I like rock music — I was sort of a hippie during the Sixties — and in the Seventies, when I was in Atlanta, there was this Black rock band called Mother’s Finest. They played at Alex Cooley’s Electric Ballroom. I listen to a lot of modern hip-hop also. Sometimes I’ll turn on some spatial DJ on Apple Music to hear whatever’s out there now. I’m pretty open to everything except country. [Laughs] The personal hip-hop music is very interesting to me. Back when Juice WRLD was alive, I listened to that. The kid was having some issues, but the music was still good. I remember asking my daughter and her friends who their Stevie Wonder was, and they said, “Usher.” They didn’t say Beyoncé. They said, Usher.

Samuel L. Jackson Wants To Know Why Nick Fury Has Never Been To Wakanda

June 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Samuel L. Jackson first appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2008’s Iron Man. Nick Fury has been the force behind many of the MCU’s biggest moments, such as forming The Avengers. In terms of on-screen appearances, Jackson has appeared in 10 Marvel films since Iron Man.

However, Fury’s biggest role in the MCU is yet to come. The character will be front and center for the upcoming Disney+ series, Secret Invasion. Pulled from the critically-acclaimed comics line of the same name, Secret Invasion pits Fury against a group of renegade Skrulls. The Skrulls are a race of shape-shifting aliens who have recently begun to appear in MCU films. It was recently revealed in the post-credit scene of Spider-Man: Far From Home, that Fury has had a Skrull posing as him while he works off-world.

Why Hasn’t Nick Fury Been To Wakanda?

However, despite the character getting a leading role in the MCU, one question still remains for Jackson. “I’m still trying to figure out why I’ve never been to Wakanda,” Jackson told Entertainment Tonight. “They didn’t ask me to go, but I’m still trying to get there. I need a ticket.” Wakanda, the hyper-advanced African nation and home of Black Panther, is one of the few places where Fury is yet to go. Logistically, it’s likely because Black Panther never officially joined The Avengers before getting blipped during the events of Infinity War. However, practically, there’s no reason why Fury hasn’t been able to show up in Wakanda.

The sentiment comes alongside Jackson’s desire to be in as many Marvel properties as possible. “I don’t know, it’s kind of up and down for me in an interesting sort of way. Because, if I had it my way, I would’ve been in every Marvel movie ’cause I mean he is Nick Fury, he knows everything that’s going on.” Aside from Secret Invasion, Fury will play a pivotal role in Marvels, the body-swapping Captain Marvel sequel coming out later this year. “After Secret Invasion, I’m moving on to The Marvels, where you get like three different people who are Captain Marvel. You get Brie. You get a black Marvel. You get a Muslim Marvel. They are working on the universe in a way that’s inclusive,” Jackson said.

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Samuel L. Jackson Reminisced About The Time His Wife, LaTanya Richardson, Scolded Tupac For Swearing

June 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

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Tupac is one of the most esteemed rappers in hip-hop history, which can sometimes overshadow the fact that in the years leading up to his death, he was working on a flourishing acting career. His first starring role was in 1992’s Juice, which had a cast featuring Omar Epps, Samuel L. Jackson, and LaTanya Richardson Jackson. The latter two have been married since 1980, and in a recent interview, Samuel looked back at the time LaTanya came down on Tupac for swearing.

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On Sway In The Morning, Samuel told the story: “My wife was on that film, she was the chubby kid’s [Eric ‘Steel’ Thurman] mom. I guess ‘Pac was walking through a room one day and he was cussin’ somebody out. My wife grabbed him and was like, ‘Young man, you see all these women sitting in here? You can’t be in here cursin’!’ Everybody in the room was like, ‘[shocked gasp].’ And he looked at her and was like, ‘Oh, I’m sorry, ma’am.’ […] Everybody in the room was like, ‘Do you know who that was?’ She was like, ‘No! I have no idea who he was, but he shouldn’t have been cursing in front of all these women in this room.’ From that point on, every time he saw her, he was like, ‘Hey mom, how you doin’?’”

Check out the video above.