While Nichols is often credited as the first African-American actress to play a non-traditional Mammy role in a successful American TV series, the network was still jittery about having a strong black queen front and center.
The iconic 90s sketch comedy show is getting a 21st century makeover. In mid-April, two half-hour specials will air on FOX to celebrate the network's 25th anniversary, which will feature a new cast.
After he left New Edition, Bobby Brown was desperate to make his mark. On his second solo album, he did it -- with the biggest hit of his career.
From music, to TV, to movies and more, there's not a lot that Will Smith can't do. Get to know one of today's biggest stars.
Just when it looked as though he was all washed up, soul singer Marvin Gaye sat down and penned the biggest hit of his storied career.
When Earvin "Magic" Johnson announced he was HIV-positive in 1991, there was still a lot of stigma around the disease. Magic helped to change that.
Chris "Ludacris" Bridges is a well-known rapper and actor, but this renaissance man doesn't let it stop there. Check the hustle.
Everyone knows that Queen Latifah is a great musician and a great actress, but that's just the beginning. Find out all the ways this modern woman gets her hustle on.
From producer, to rapper, to businessman and more, Sean Combs, aka P. Diddy, wears many hats. Find out how this hustler keeps all the balls in the air.
Some of the greatest movie moments are those break-out performances when an unknown actor bursts onto the scene and instantly becomes a household name.
We love the big stars, but sometimes the people who make our favorite TV shows so memorable are the supporting characters. Here are some of our favorites.
Kanye West was already a successful producer in 2004. But when people heard the song "Jesus Walks," they knew Mr. West was a superstar in his own right.