Category: Spectator
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What we’re all missing amidst the Barbie-Oscars snub
Ah, the Oscars. Every year they do something to piss folks off, and when it’s not the Black community, it’s the female one. The Oscars are not known for their celebration of those who aren’t straight, white or male – as past years have proven – but this year has a lot more to say…
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Let’s talk about Angela Bassett’s Oscar…
When we talk about actors with range, actors who have more than paid their dues and given us memorable, exhilarating performances, Angela Bassett is worthy of being on any and all lists. From What’s love got to do with it and Waiting to Exhale to Boyz N The Hood and Wakanda Forever, Angela Bassett has graced our screens for nearly 40 years…
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Lizzo’s ‘Special’ is giving self-love and good vibes
Lizzo has been promoting her new album ‘Special’ on Instagram for what feels like forever. Having no other option but to play ‘Cuz I Love You’ on repeat whilst awaiting her fourth studio album when July 15 finally came around, Lizzo did not disappoint. Easily becoming one of my favourite live performers, Lizzo has delivered…
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“It’s a kid’s film; why does there even need to be kissing?” *eye roll*
Chris Evans struck out at the ban of his new movie Lightyear in places like the U.A.E. and several other Middle Eastern and Asian countries because it features a same-sex kiss. “The real truth is those people are idiots. […] It’s tough to not be a little frustrated that it even has to be a…
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Lil Nas X and the BET snub
The BET Awards have announced the nominations for the 2022 ceremony, happening on June 26th. With Doja Cat taking the lead with most nominations, one star was noticeably left off the list of Black excellence: Lil Nas X. Being the second year in a row that the 5x Grammy-nominated artist was left out of consideration,…
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Why are you laughing? There is nothing funny about this trial.
It doesn’t matter whose side you are on in the Amber Heard Vs. Johnny Depp trial. Many people subscribe to #JusticeForJohnny, whereas others feel like we could all use a refresher course in the #metoo movement. I personally think they’re just bad as each other, and things got really out of hand. From recordings of…
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Kim Kardashian is not this generation’s Marilyn Monroe
In case you missed it on your timeline – which seems impossible – the Met Gala took place this week. Although some found the fashion underwhelming, one person has everyone talking for all the wrong reasons: Kim Kardashian. Now, with everything else going on in America (Roe vs Wade), you’d think people had other things…
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Jackie the Ripper? Violence against women is not a gimmick
This post discusses sensitive topics about sexual assault. This International Women’s Day saw the latest in a long line of complete stupidity and disregard for the plight of violence against women at the hands of men. In a failed attempt at appearing equal, London Dungeon renamed Jack the Ripper – murderer of countless women and…
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Why is there always room for racism in a time of crisis?
What is happening in Ukraine is despicable. Considering millions of Russian people are putting themselves in danger to protest against an attack their country instigated, I think it would be hard to find a sane person who supports the assault on Ukraine. These past few days, the world has been rallying behind them, and social…
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Deepti and Salvador: the true winners of Love Is Blind
*Spoilers ahead* The final episode of Love is Blind season 2 came out on Netflix today, and for those who watch the show, I’m sure you’d agree it did not disappoint. For those who don’t watch the show, Love is Blind is a social experiment where a group of men and women date each other…
Sincerely, Saskia 