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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has come forward to say the league was wrong for “not listening” to players’ concerns regarding racial inequality.  In a new statement voicing support for the Black Lives Matter movement, Goodell said Friday via video message, “It has been a difficult time for our country, in particular Black people in our country. First, my condolences to

Leigh-Anne Pinnock is opening up about her experience in the music industry. As the Black Lives Movement continues to grow around the world, the Little Mix member took to Instagram Friday morning and shared her perspective about race.  While she may be a member of one of the biggest girl groups, Leigh-Anne explained that it

Gary Miller/FilmMagic Anna Kendrick is reflecting on her protesting experience. During her virtual visit to The Late Late Show, the Trolls World Tour star recalled participating in a Black Lives Matter protest earlier in the week. “My experience was really positive,” she told host James Corden. “It was really moving and meaningful. And I found it

With a court hearing scheduled Thursday and flights unavailable, attorneys representing Ahmaud Arbery‘s family say they “started losing hope” they’d be able to attend—that is until Jay-Z offered to help.  According to Instagram posts shared by Blerim Elmazi and S. Lee Merritt, the rapper lent his private plane to the legal team so they could make it to

Kourtney Kardashian is sharing how she’s stepping up to ensure a better tomorrow for her children.  In a candid Instagram post shared Thursday, the E! reality star explained why it’s so important to have honest conversations with her three kids about racial inequality—even if it feels “uncomfortable.”  “As a mother,” Kourtney wrote, “there is a

Michael Buckner/Variety/Shutterstock Kristen Bell is opening up.  Speaking with The Morning Beat, the Frozen star shared how she has been having conversations with her and husband Dax Shepard‘s daughters Lincoln, 7, and Delta, 5, about social injustice and how she has vowed to raise them to be “anti-racists.” “I’ve been trying to figure out how to

Charles Crouch/@popandsock “Making history while witnessing history.” Across the United States, countless emotional pictures have emerged of those participating in the protests ignited by the police killing of George Floyd. Crowds of people, including celebrities like Halsey, Ariana Grande and Nick Cannon among others, have been photographed marching in unity. But this weekend, one particular image caught the eye of

NFL quarterback Drew Brees can add one more fumble to his career total. The New Orleans Saints star is the latest public figure to spark backlash over his comments surrounding his beliefs on the National Anthem and the United States flag.  On Wednesday, Yahoo Finance interviewed Brees and asked him about his stance on the recent nationwide protests in response

Big Sean is calling for justice. The 32-year-old rapper took to Instagram for an important discussion on Tuesday. The “Bounce Back” star started by “wishing my sisters and my brothers strength right now,” noting that this strength is needed “now more than ever” and that they have “the whole world’s attention.” “Justice has to be

[embedded content] Protests are continuing across the country following the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, and in an effort to continue the dialogue around issues like police brutality and racism, NBC News NOW and NBCBLK are presenting Can You Hear Us Now?, a virtual discussion. Airing now, the special is hosted by MSNBC correspondent and

Julio Cortez/AP/Shutterstock; Offices of Ben Crump Law The mother of George Floyd‘s 6-year-old daughter Gianna is addressing the nation, one week after his death. In a press conference on Tuesday, Gianna and her mother, Roxie Washington, stepped up to a podium to demand justice for the 46-year-old, who was killed while being detained by a Minneapolis police

David M. Benett for Getty Images Seth Rogen has made his stance very clear.  On Monday, a week after the death of George Floyd sparked protests around the country, the comedian took to social media with a straightforward post: a photo of “Black Lives Matter” written in bold font against a yellow backdrop. “If this is

E!’s Nina Parker has a question for people at home: “What are you going to do in this climate to make it different?”  In response to the police killing of George Floyd, the Nightly Pop host is sharing an important message to those who have yet to publicly express their support for the Black Lives Matter movement.  “Racists are really

An emotional experience. On Monday, Justin Sylvester took a moment on Daily Pop to open up about his experience protesting in Los Angeles over the weekend in response to the death of George Floyd. While footage of looting and violence has flooded the news, the E! host made it clear that the protest “started out as

George Floyd‘s brother Terrence Floyd is speaking out following the death of his sibling. It’s been just days since George was killed at the hands of the Minnesota Police department, sparking a call for justice. On Monday morning, Terrence joined Good Morning America‘s Robin Roberts via video after traveling from New York to Minnesota to visit

Stefania D’Alessandro/WireImage Project Runway judge Elaine Welteroth is asking people to “not condemn what you do not understand” as protestors continue to take to the streets in response to the killing of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department. “Do not condemn what you do not understand,” she began her Twitter thread on Sunday. ”Do not condemn a people’s

“My heart can’t take it, seeing what’s happened to #GeorgeFloyd,” Ciara tweeted. ”This is eerily similar to the death of #EricGarner. There has to be a stopping point in the process of arresting someone. It’s all senseless.” “Enough!!!” Lupita Nyong’o declared. “#GeorgeFloyd #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd.” “This is not okay. And it will not stop until everyone does their part. Especially white