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Celebrities Black women are the queens of Halloween costumes
It’s officially Halloween and lots of people’s favorite pastime has finally begun: judging the stars’ Halloween costumes. This yr, celebrities, especially Black women, really stepped as much as the challenge. For starters, we could easily call it “Halle-ween” because there have already been so many tributes to Halle Berry’s most famous characters, and each was as stylish as the last. Meanwhile, Berry maintained a chic air of mystery, debuting a mystical witch costume (complete with a black cat worthy of “Catwoman”).
One of the funniest annual trends is celebrities dressing like other celebrities – and there have been some spot-on homages this season. Plus, it’s overwhelmingly black stars and gals in costumes who seem to return out and show up as interpretations of timeless and iconic characters from different ethnicities, and we’re here for it. There are also those that managed to make multiple costume changes. Lizzo, Sherri Shepherd, Love Island US star Serena and more also gave us plenty of looks to like this yr. And while few famous black men have shown off their costumes thus far, there are a handful who’ve actually committed to it.
Sherri Shephard’s many Met Gala outfits
Sherri Shepherd treated audiences and talk show viewers to her own Halloween fashion extravaganza this Halloween, donning many of her iconic Met Gala looks from the past decade.
Jennifer Hudson as “Queen of the Night” Whitney Houston
Jennifer Hudson celebrated Halloween by hosting her third episode of Halloween Party on her talk show of the same name. In addition to Hudson dressing up as Whitney Houston’s iconic “Queen of the Night” costume from her 1992 film “The Bodyguard,” “HalloQueen” Janelle Monáe appeared as the iconic character ET (see below).
Janelle Monae as E.T
HalloQueen has once more outdone itself. This yr, Janelle Monáe capped off a month of teases by debuting her flawless ET costume on each her social media platform and Hudson’s holiday special.
Saweetie as Joker
Never one to disappoint on Halloween, Saweetie created the perfect Joker based on the late Heath Ledger’s version of The Dark Knight.
Kerry Washington as Tashi Duncan in “Challengers”
Kerry Washington paid a clever homage to Zendaya’s controversial character in the steamy tennis drama “The Challengers” … with two of her most famous actors in supporting roles.
Megan thee Stallion as Starfire
Megan’s portrayal of the DC Comics character Starfire was so well done that Even DC Comics CEO James Gunn weighed incalling it “awesome.”
Lizzo as Edward Scissorhandsa “South Park”-inspired weight-loss drug and a never-fading face card
Lizzo kicked off Halloween week by debuting a weight-loss costume and later a really clever face-to-face costume. On this truly terrible day, she revealed her version of Edward Scissorhands.
Winnie Harlow as Diana Ross
Model Winnie Harlow paid a classy tribute to the one and only Diana Ross in a single of her timeless and most iconic photo shoots.
Halle Bailey as Halle Berry
Halle Bailey is amongst the few women who’ve paid tribute to the big selection of Halle Berry’s characters, including her transformation right into a Bond girl as Jinx in Die Another Day.
Tyla as Sharon Stone from “The Flintstones”
Tyla also paid tribute to Halle Berry by dressing up as Miss Sharon Stone, who steals scenes from the 1992 live-action film “The Flintstones.”
Coi Leray as Catwoman in Halle Berry
Singer Coi Leray didn’t just appear as Catwoman; joined the few people paying tribute to Halle Berry as her version of the iconic anti-heroine from the “Batman” cinematic universe.
Chloe Bailey as Jessica Rabbit
Chloe Bailey took us back to the Nineteen Eighties by playing the sensual and legendary Jessica Rabbit from the hit animated film “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.”
Ciara as Naomi Campbell
So far this yr, Cici has brought out not one, but two looks; the first is a classy ode to supermodel Naomi Campbell, and the second tribute to GloRilla.
Coco Jones as Donna Summer
If this yr’s unofficial Halloween theme was to pay homage to the greats, Coco Jones kept the nostalgia going as the stunning Donna Summer.
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Keke Palmer and family as Milli Vanilli
Keke Palmer as Cersei Lannister and Prince Joffrey Baratheon
With the help of her young son Leo in the role of Prince Joffrey Baratheon (we imagine), Palmer also revealed her version of Cersei Lannister, the formidable mother from Game of Thrones.
‘Love Is Blind’ Alums Serena Page and Kordell Beckham as ‘Clueless’ Dionne Davenport and Murray Duvall
Serena Page and Kordell Beckham are the perfect couple, Dionne and Murray, with almost equivalent wardrobes.
Serena Page, Leah Kateb and JaNa Craig as the Powerpuff Girls
Everyone’s favorite Love Island US trio, Serena, Leah and JaNa, have teamed up once more to create the iconic group costume as the Powerpuff Girls.
Tyga as the Crypt Keeper from “Tales from the Crypt”
Tyga could also be the unofficial king of Halloween because he really likes it. This yr was no different, with a terrifyingly accurate “Crypt Keeper” costume from the classic horror series “Tales from the Crypt.”
Ray Ray McCloud III as Katt Williams
It’s hardly surprising that somebody selected Katt Williams as the unofficial prophet of 2024 this yr.
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BlaQue Community Cares is organizing a cash crowd for serious food
QNS reports that Queens, New York-based nonprofit BlaQue Community Cares is making an effort to assist raise awareness of Earnest Foods, an organic food market with the Cash Mob initiative.
The BlaQue Cash Mob program is a community-led event that goals to support local businesses, reminiscent of grocery stores in Jamaica, by encouraging shoppers to go to the shop and spend a certain quantity of cash, roughly $20. BlaQue founder Aleeia Abraham says cash drives are happening across New York City to extend support for local businesses. “I think it’s important to really encourage local shopping habits and strengthen the connections between residents and businesses and Black businesses, especially in Queens,” she said after hosting six events since 2021.
“We’ve been doing this for a while and we’ve found that it really helps the community discover new businesses that they may not have known existed.”
As a result, crowds increase sales and strengthen social bonds for independent businesses.
Earnest Foods opened in 2021 after recognizing the necessity for fresh produce in the world. As residents struggled to seek out fresh food, Abraham defines the shop as “an invaluable part of the southeast Queens community.” “There’s really nowhere to go in Queens, especially Black-owned businesses in Queens, to find something healthier to eat. We need to keep these businesses open,” she said.
“So someone just needs to make everyone aware that these companies exist and how to keep the dollars in our community. Organizing this cash crowd not only encourages people to buy, but also shows where our collective dollars stand, how it helps sustain businesses and directly serves and uplifts our community.”
The event will happen on November 24 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 123-01 Merrick Blvd in St. Albans. According to the shop’s co-owner, Earnest Flowers, he has partnered with several other Black-owned brands in the world to sell his products at the shop. Flowers is comfortable that his neighbors can come to his supermarket to purchase organic food and goods from local vendors like Celeste Sassine, owner of Sassy Sweet Vegan Treats.
At the grand opening three years ago which was visited by over 350 viewersSassine stated that the collaboration was “super, super, super exciting” to the purpose that the majority of the products were off the shelves inside hours.
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Keke Palmer Recalls the Key Advice Will Smith Gave Her as a Child: “It’s Hard to Be First”
Like many young people, actress Keke Palmer went through a phase wherein she clashed along with her parents. Recently in a performance at “Toast” podcast.Palmer revealed that fellow actor Will Smith helped her take care of the situation along with her family.
As a child star who has appeared on Nickelodeon and Disney productions, the “Akeelah and the Bee” actress explained how juggling fame has affected her and her family relationships — a lot in order that she admits she once considered emancipating herself from her parents.
Although her lawyer tried to get her into counseling, Palmer said it was Smith’s words that ultimately modified her mind.
“A couple of weeks go by, I’m on the set of ‘True Jackson, Vice President’ and I get a call from a very, very unknown number. And I said, “What? If it was strange, I would not answer,” she said, mentioning that she simply went back to work. Later, while retrieving her phone, Palmer received a voicemail from the “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” star.
“Hey Keke. This is Will. We’re here filming ‘The Karate Kid’ with (my son) Jaden and I just want to let you understand that I’ve talked (to your lawyer),’ Palmer continued, impersonating Smith. “He let me know every little thing you are going through and I need you to know that sometimes it’s hard to be the first, but you may do it. Just stay focused, love your loved ones and every little thing shall be high-quality.
Palmer remembers struggling as a child with the attention and fame that got here with climbing the ladder in the entertainment industry. While trying to adjust to the demands of her burgeoning profession, the actress recalls feeling that fame meant she would have to “throw (her) family away.”
“It’s something that happens when you leave and you can become a child artist, you can be the first person in your family to go to college, or you can be the first person in your family to get married,” Palmer said: explaining her feelings at that moment. “There are so many firsts that can happen as the generations of your family grow and evolve.”
Ultimately deciding not to undergo the emancipation process, Palmer emphasized the importance of getting a healthy community when navigating the entertainment industry.
“I think I’ve always felt like a lot of people, whether they’re big names or whether they’re my lawyers, have been a good community,” she added. “Also, my parents made sure I was around (people) who would encourage community rather than discord and separation.”
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Issa Rae will be honored at the British Fashion Awards 2024
Issa Rae gets flowers – in style.
The 39-year-old author, actress and producer will receive the Pandora Leader of Change award at the upcoming British Fashion Awards 2024, which will happen on December 2 at London’s Royal Albert Hall, the British Fashion Council announced.
Actress and former “Insecure” co-star Yvonne Orji will present the award to Rae at the event, which serves as a significant fundraiser for the council’s foundation, in keeping with Women’s on a regular basis clothing.
“We are thrilled to honor Issa Rae with the Pandora Leader of Change Award at the Fashion Awards 2024,” Caroline Rush, chief executive of the British Fashion Council, shared in an announcement.
“Rae’s work has inspired and resonated with people around the world. “She is a staunch supporter of the civil and women’s rights movements, always advocating for equality and social justice in her acting and writing,” Rush continued. “She consistently uses her platform to highlight the lack of diversity in Hollywood and advocate for greater representation in the industry, including meeting people of color behind the scenes.”
She added: “She is wholeheartedly committed to moving the conversation forward and galvanizing voices that are typically absent and underrepresented to open doors for others. She truly embodies the principles of this award and we are very excited to celebrate her in December.”
According to the British Fashion Council website, the Pandora Leader of Change award recognizes individuals who “lead innovation” to extend representation in arts and culture. Rae will be the second-ever recipient of this award. According to official details about the award, one other actress and author Michaela Coel was honored in 2023 Elle Magazine.
“Issa Rae truly embodies the spirit of the Pandora Leader of Change award,” Berta de Pablos-Barbier, Pandora chief marketing officer, said in the release. “In this second year of presenting this award, we are (honored) to celebrate a woman whose love for her craft and community shines through in each multi-dimensional character she brings to life.”
Pablo-Barbier added: “Her passion and purpose make her a natural candidate for this award, which fits perfectly with our values at Pandora, where love is always at the center. Issa’s commitment to meaningful change and uplifting others makes her an extraordinary change leader, and we are proud to honor her.”
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