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television2 years ago•4 min saved

"Record-Breaking 2023 Emmys: Celebrating Black Excellence and Fashion"

The 75th Primetime Emmys, hosted by Anthony Anderson, celebrated Black representation in television with a Black host, multiple Black winners, and reunions of under-appreciated Black television shows, making it one of the Blackest Emmys in recent memory. The ceremony coincidentally took place on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and featured nods to historic Black TV series and honorees. Notable wins included Ayo Edebiri, Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts, RuPaul’s Drag Race, and Trevor Noah, with special appearances from Tracee Ellis Ross, Taraji P. Henson, and Sheryl Lee Ralph. Anderson's mother, Mama Doris, also stole the show as a charming human version of the play-off music for acceptance speeches.

via Slate|

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culture2 years ago•5 min saved

"Revolutionizing Television: The Impact of 'Roots' on American Culture"

The groundbreaking miniseries "Roots," which aired in 1977, had a significant impact on American culture and the history of Black television. With its explicit depiction of slavery, "Roots" challenged the comedic portrayal of Black life prevalent in sitcoms at the time. The series garnered massive viewership and critical acclaim, winning numerous awards and setting the stage for more diverse storytelling on television. Today, as the teaching of America's history of slavery is being challenged, the legacy of "Roots" serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding and acknowledging the journey of Black people in the country. While progress has been made in the industry, there is still work to be done in terms of representation and storytelling.

via CNN|

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