If you don't have a seat at the table, sometimes you have to create your own. Black Hollywood has been making major contributions to TV and film for decades, whether recognized or not, and it's not stopping any time soon.

Hip Hop's influence has shaped styles, entertainment, and continues to be a global phenomenon impacting old and new generations.

When you're dealing with over-the-top personalities, you're bound to have some controversial moments.

Black women face challenges daily and still manage to make things happen. Black Girl Magic celebrates the beauty, power, accomplishments, and strength of some of our favorite UNCNSRD women.

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Actress, singer and activist Jenifer Lewis began her career in Broadway musicals and worked as a backup singer for Bette Midler.

Debbie Allen the multi-hyphenated actress, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, producer and director.

Yandy Smith-Harris is a Harlem born entertainment manager and entrepreneur; in 2004, she graduates from Howard University and interns at Violator under the mentorship of Mona Scott-Young.

Eve is a rapper and actress, best known for hits like "What Ya Want" and her Grammy winning "Let Me Blow Ya Mind" with Gwen Stefani.

Tyrese Gibson, R&B singer, songwriter, actor, author, television producer and model.

Larenz Tate, best known for his role as the smooth talking, poet-reciting Darius Lovehall from the cult classic film "Love Jones".