Despite her credits ranging from stage to film and television, Alfre Woodard‘s illustrious 30+-year career has seen her most celebrated for roles on the small screen.

Quietly reigning as Black Queen of the EMMYs, the legendary actress has taken home more golden statuettes from the ceremony than any of her Black counterparts (four to be exact).

Now, thanks to the 2020 edition of the awards show, she’s sharing that throne as Academy and EMMY Award darling Regina King has tied her longstanding record.

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At just 24-years-old, Zendaya – star of HBO’s hit drama ‘Euphoria’ – has taken home EMMY gold in the ‘Lead Actress In A Drama Series’ category at the 2020 ceremony.

The win makes her the youngest ever to do so.

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To brand Issa Rae a trailblazer would not only be fair but possibly an understatement given the moves she’s made to shake up Hollywood.

Breaking down barriers in writing rooms, Rae – who also acts and produces – has been a force of nature with hit television and film efforts from HBO’s ‘Insecure’ and ‘Black Lady Sketch Show’ to Netflix’s ‘The Lovebirds’ and a number of forthcoming big screen ventures.

Yet, despite the major moves she’s made in front of and behind the camera lens, 2020 promises to be her most recognized year yet as the groundbreaking series ‘Insecure’ was nominated 8 times the forthcoming Primetime EMMYs (including a nod for ‘Best Actress in a Comedy Series’).

Taking to ‘The Hollywood Reporter (THR)’ recently, the 35-year-old dished candidly on her opportunity to make history if she wins in the category, opening doors for other Black creatives, and so much more.

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The accolades continue to accrue for Tyler Perry. 

For, the Hollywood titan is set to receive the prestigious Governors Award at the Emmys 2020.

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‘Pose’ has undeniably blazed a trail and bulldozed barriers, but it appears there is on-going drama between some of its most notable talent.

Namely Indya Moore and Billy Porter. 

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While Jennifer Lopez fans, affectionately called #JLovers, were none-too-pleased after the Academy Awards snubbed the singer-actress earlier this year (click here to read more), but redemption may come via their TV alternative – the EMMYs.

Tuesday (July 28), the Television Academy announced its highly anticipated Primetime EMMY nominations for its 72nd annual ceremony (as we reported here).  Easily its most diverse crew of nominees to date, the list made history for being the most inclusive of acts of color in the event’s history.

Among celebrated nominees were Lopez and Shakira for their historic Super Bowl Halftime Show that rocked Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium in February.

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It’s that time of year again.

The 2020 Primetime Emmy Awards air September 20th and will celebrate the titles and talents who’ve made the most marked impact.

As the top honor in television, all eyes are on which shows and stars have nabbed nominations in the ceremony’s 72nd year.

Wonder no more because the full list of nominations for the main categories have been unveiled.  And, from the looks of things, it stands to be the academy’s most diverse group of nominees ever.

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Kobe Bryant is to be honoured by the Emmys.

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It’s been 5 years since fans of the Daytime Emmy Awards were able to view the ceremony on live television, but that’s set to change with its 47th incarnation.

Set for broadcast on CBS on June 26, the network and the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced the telecast will return with awards presented virtually as the recipients and other special guests will appear from home due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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The wait for new music is coming to a close, Kelly Rowland assures in a new interview.

Although taking to our friends at ExtraTV on Friday (September 27) to primarily dish on her ongoing partnership with online subscription-based sportswear retailer Fabletics, the diva also admitted she’s ready to lift the lid on her new album – her first studio effort since 2013’s ‘Talk a Good Game.’  Speaking glowingly of the forthcoming project, Rowland shared:

“Yes, there is music coming very soon. I am over the moon…I am very excited about this phase.”

That elation was only mirrored by her surprise when she found out Jennifer Lopez and Shakira had been tapped to headline the 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Show (click here to read more).  As if these hot topics weren’t enough, Kelly also took a moment to join the chorus of #Beyhive members who proclaim Beyonce was robbed of an Emmy for her outstanding Netflix concert documentary, ‘Homecoming.’

***RELATED:  Beyonce’s ‘Homecoming’ Snubbed by Emmys Despite Six Nominations***

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Grammy-winning songstress Michelle Williams (born Tenitra M. Williams) has had enough!

The Destiny’s Child diva has been on the receiving end of vicious criticism since the 71st Primetime Emmys aired Sunday night (September 22) for an impassioned speech delivered about gender and race equality in the entertainment industry.  The problem?  She didn’t even attend the ceremony!

Instead, it was acclaimed actress Michelle Williams who – despite being a television and film veteran of 20+ years – was on hand to receive her very first Emmy.  Her plea for better wages for actresses may have garnered applause from most, but there were certainly a sect who disagreed and took to Twitter in droves to share their disapproval.

The only problem was they continuously tagged the wrong Williams so many times she took to the platform to clap back.  Hear her response below:

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The 71st Primetime Emmy Awards aired live Sunday night (September 22) from its new network home, FOX, and while the move was trumpeted by the academy, ratings suggest viewers couldn’t have cared less.

Much like this year’s Oscars, the Emmys opted to go host-free and relied solely on a star-studded list of presenters to keep the show moving and deliver the punchlines.  Unknown to the ceremony at the time, their ratings would see them become the punchline.

Ringing in their lowest numbers to date, this year’s figure goes down in history as the first time in history viewership dipped below 7 million.

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