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Lupita Nyong'o's Road To 'The Odyssey': Inside Her $7.6B+ Worldwide Box Office Run

When Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey opens later this month, Lupita Nyong'o will arrive with one of the more quietly impressive box office résumés in Hollywood.

Jul 6, 2026

How Latto Navigated The Rap Industry And Earned A Seven Figure Net Worth

Latto is one of the most exciting women in hip hop, having navigated fame from the game show stage to headline tours.

Jul 6, 2026

Why Sole Play Sees The FIFA World Cup As A Launchpad For Black Innovation Across Gaming, Sports And Tech

As Atlanta hosts matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Anthony "T.J." Bennett believes the city is poised to showcase something much bigger than soccer.

Jul 2, 2026

Ice Cube's 'Are We There Yet' Franchise, Which Generated $156M Worldwide, Acquired By Paramount Skydance

With the recent news of Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Cube's Are We There Yet? franchise, it's worth noting that what the iconic rapper has created with Cube Vision places him in an entirely different lane from his counterparts.

Jun 26, 2026

Former CEO Caroline Wanga Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Essence Ventures And Parent Company Sundial Media & Technology Group

Former CEO Caroline Wanga files lawsuit against Essence Ventures and its parent company, Sundial Media & Technology Group.

Jun 16, 2026

Pixar's Donald Brooks Says Human Creativity Is Still The Industry’s Greatest Technology As ‘Toy Story 5’ Tackles Modern Tech

When audiences head to theaters for Toy Story 5 on June 19, they’ll see Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and a new generation of toys navigating a world increasingly shaped by technology . Helping bring those characters to life is Donald Brooks, a Philadelphia and New Castle, DE native whose own journey to Pixar reflects the power of creativity, persistence, and continuous learning. Brooks joined Pixar as an intern in 2021 after earning a BFA in Animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Today, he’s an animator on Toy Story 5 , contributing to one of the most anticipated animated films of the year. “My contribution to Toy Story 5 was as an animator,” Brooks told AFROTECH™ Culture. “I animated characters such as Woody, Jessie, Buzz, and Lilypad. I shape their performances and how they express on screen.” While the film explores the growing role technology plays in everyday life, Brooks says the heart of animation—and storytelling itself—will always belong to people....

Jun 12, 2026

Shawn And Marlon Wayans Say Ownership And Creative Control Over ‘Scary Movie 6’ Meant ‘Not Getting Fired’

When Shawn and Marlon Wayans returned to the Scary Movie franchise, they did so on their own terms.

Jun 5, 2026

How Vanessa Williams Turned Setbacks Into A Multi-Million Dollar Net Worth

From Miss America to Broadway and Hollywood, see how Vanessa Williams built her net worth through decades of resilience.

Jun 3, 2026

Byron Allen Becomes Majority Owner Of BuzzFeed And Aims To Rival YouTube As The 'Premier Free-Streaming Video Service'

Byron Allen has officially become the majority owner of BuzzFeed, and wants to position it as a "premier free-streaming video destination."

May 28, 2026

How Kyla Pratt Turned Voice Acting Into A Multi-Million Dollar Net Worth

Kyla Pratt’s net worth is a testament to her 30-year career. Discover how she leveraged iconic roles and business savvy to build her wealth.

May 12, 2026

Study Shows Teens Consume Majority Of Their News From Influencers And Independent Creators

A study by Media Insight Project shows teenagers are consuming the majority of their news from influencers and independent creators.

May 6, 2026

Why Nia Long's Net Worth Continues To Climb After 35 Years

From "Boyz n the Hood" to the global stage in 2026, AfroTech breaks down Nia Long’s impressive $13 million net worth.

Apr 28, 2026

How Jamie Adenuga Made Millions In Net Worth With Ringtone Raps And Family Ties

Jamie Adenuga, AKA JME, has built a brand on catchy tunes and label management, which has helped to revitalize the UK grime scene.

Apr 24, 2026

The Obamas' Higher Ground Production Company Parts With Netflix After Nearly A Decade

After eight years with Netflix, Higher Ground, the production company founded by Barack and Michelle Obama, is going independent.

Apr 20, 2026

Reed Hastings Co-Founded Netflix In 1997 — Now He's Stepping Away From The Streaming Giant

Reed Hastings is stepping away from Netflix as the company posts strong first-quarter results and outlines its long-term growth strategy.

Apr 17, 2026

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