Last night (November 18th) A&E Network, hosted Shining A Light: A Concert for Progress on Race in America benefit. The event brought together a power house of celebs, including John Legend, Sia, Alicia Keys, Ed Sheeran, Zac Brown Band and Migue, to to address the ongoing racial conflicts in the country and raise money for United Way Worldwide. Nicki Minaj was one of the speakers of the night, where she preformed her own rendition of the Maya Angelou poem “Still I Rise.” Take a first look below.
(Video) Oprah, Michelle Obama & Bill Clinton Speak At Maya Angelou’s Funeral!
Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and the former President Bill Clinton spoke at Maya Angelou’s memorial service that took place at Wake Forest University. Read more on the story below!
Common Pays Tribute To Maya Angelou Through An Open Letter
Chi-town native, Common has released a heart-felt letter, paying homage to the legendary poet Maya Angelou. Common has revealed that his love with Ms. Angelou started in 2nd grade after reading her classic piece ‘Still I Rise’. It was then that a young common established that “he must be heard”.
Oprah Releases Beautiful Statement On The Passing Of Dr. Maya Angelou
As news hit of the passing of Dr. Maya Angelou, one of the most empowering icons of this century, celebrities have flooded to show their tributes all over the net. The latest has been another legend, Oprah Winfrey. Check out her full statement below.
Oprah Speaks On The Death Of Maya Angelou!
You should be very aware of the impact Maya Angelou had on not only Black culture but the entire world. Her stories, responsible for the shaping of many lives, will be around forever. Another woman in the same class as Angelou, her good friend Oprah, has publicly stated her appreciation for all that Angelou represented. Check it out after the jump.
Boxing: Mike Tyson Remembers Maya Angelou; She Visited Tyson When He Was Serving Time For Rape
Earlier this morning the world lost iconic figure Maya Angelou. Many celebs have reacted on Twitter & Instagram, but Mike Tyson just spoke with TMZ. He may have only had a few brief encounters with her, including the time she visited him in prison — but Mike Tyson says Maya Angelou had a profound impact on his life. Details after the jump…
