Posts made in December 2025

NEW YORK, NY (December 15, 2025) — Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), today slammed President Trump’s comments over the murder of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who were found dead in their California home Sunday. Trump has been widely condemned over a social media post over the couple’s murder, with many in his own party shaming his highly politicized remarks over past disagreements he had with Reiner.

“President Trump continues to find a new low, with his remarks today effectively endorsing violence against those who disagree with him. What happened to Rob and Michele Reiner was a true tragedy, one that is still unfolding, and should be a moment in which we respect and share our condolences with his family. It is not a time for the President of the United States or anyone else to make gross, disgusting comments alleging their tragic death by any means had to do with political feelings.

Even his staunchest backers are condemning these terrible remarks, which Trump should pull down and apologize for immediately. This was a man who we prayed for last summer after he was nearly assassinated in Pennsylvania — condemning all forms of political violence. He should find it within himself to find an ounce of the same dignity.”

About National Action Network (NAN)National Action Network is one of the leading civil rights organizations in the Nation with chapters throughout the entire United States. Founded in 1991 by Reverend Al Sharpton, NAN works within the spirit and tradition of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to promote a modern civil rights agenda that includes the fight for one standard of justice, decency, and equal opportunities for all people regardless of race, religion, nationality, or gender.For more information go to www.nationalactionnetwork.net.

It’s always great to see the Legendary SWV perform! But this year’s event was explosive!

DIAGEO just wrapped an exciting activation at this year’s Bayou Classic, and given the cultural impact of the weekend, plus the celebrity talent involved.

The renowned spirits brand brought its Show Your HBCU Spirit initiative to New Orleans, helping elevate one of the most important weekends in HBCU culture. The energy was huge: GloRilla delivered a standout halftime performance with Grambling State University, 2 Chainz drew massive crowds as the headliner of the Bayou Classic Fan Fest, and SWV brought a wave of R&B nostalgia to the Sneaker Ball.

Alongside the entertainment, DIAGEO spotlighted its Cheers to Choice platform, encouraging fans to celebrate in whatever way feels right for them, whether that means enjoying a cocktail, pacing themselves, or choosing not to drink. The company also highlighted its Learning Skills for Life program, which offers free hospitality and entrepreneurial training to underserved communities, creating meaningful pathways into the industry.Throughout the weekend, DIAGEO supported marquee Bayou Classic moments including the Battle of the Bands, Greek Step Show, Fan Fest, the 51st Annual Bayou Classic, and the official after parties.
#RECLASSICS #DIAGEO #1964AGENCY #SWV #2 Chainz #GloRilla

Netflix Stand-up special

Returning for his fifth Netflix comedy special, Kevin Hart is acting his age!

Bringing his signature high-energy humor to the stage, Hart reflects on the trials and triumphs of his forties, managing family dynamics, and embracing the wisdom of aging in this hilarious and candid comedy special.

Collectively at rapentertainment.com, we found the Kevin Hart special to be hilarious, honest and skillful. But let’s take a look at other critiques around the web:

HART: ACTING MY AGE’

Posted in Netflix by Paolo Kagaoan – November 24, 2025

“You can’t do no shit like that after 40,” Kevin Hart says about finishing an amateur game of basketball with kids. Ten minutes into his comedy special Kevin Hart: Acting My Age, he compares himself to younger people.

He recounts a story about playing basketball with younger people who physically recover quickly – can’t relate.

As per the title, this special is him contemplating his age and how it affects his marriage. Other jokes involve envisioning the kind of old he wants as well as a vacation, trekking with the gorillas.

Kevin Hart: Acting My Age, like most comedy specials, aren’t mostly cinematically interesting with some exceptions. Capturing a stop in his tour, the show begins with a four piece classical band because he’s grown.

His actual set begins with a joke about his nephew coming out, which is personally interesting to me. I get it, he apologized for his homophobia, I may forgive, but I’m way too bitter to forget about that part.

And twenty minutes later, the special has shots of his feet because of jokes about his sprained ankles.

This film, will probably hit the top ten charts on the platform’s algorithm. And in fairness, I understand the appeal, since Hart mixes crassness and vulnerability in his comedy for decades.

The story taking the climax – ha – in Kevin Hart: Acting My Age is his dick not working. I mean, everyone in their late thirties – same – make jokes about erectile dysfunction and Hart does something similar.

Part of the story is him impersonating his wife – if you’re impersonating your wife, Kevin Hart, go full out.

Hart’s comedy reflects a fan base that has roots in his community but is also constantly evolving. Aging means finding oneself at a crossroads, and he makes jokes about different older people.

He doesn’t want to be the kind of old who is oblivious, he wants to be the kind with no filters. He then goes on a tangent about Quincy Jones and the latter’s farewell interviews that are quite revelatory. This is part of the special where he slips because the original Quincy Jones interviews were funnier.

Running at a brisk 66 minutes, Kevin Hart: Acting My Age ends with him joking about going to Rwanda, and this reminds me of another trip he took – one to the comedy festival in Riyadh. I will excuse homophobia but I will not tolerate going to the country with a ruler who killed Flor Contemplacion. This is also the part of the piece where I try to figure out the timeline here. I don’t know if this show in Miami happened after Riyadh but it still leaves a bitter taste.

Kevin Hart: Acting My Age is available to stream on Netflix.