Play video content Fantasia Barrino doesn’t do anything half-ass, evident in the fact that she was singing her heart out during a table read for her new film … just imagine how the real thing sounds. The “American Idol” alum is part of the star-studded cast for “The Color Purple” — which just got released … Read more
The Color Purple had a long road from Pulitzer Prize-winning novel to Academy-honored movie adaptation to Tony Award-winning musical, and back to the big screen. To understand director Blitz Bazawule’s vision, you have to step back to where it all began. The Color Purple is essential reading. Alice Walker’s 1982 novel is a gorgeous, heartbreaking, … Read more
The stars of The Color Purple are taking over New York City! The stars of the new movie musical – Danielle Brooks, Fantasia Barrino, and Taraji P. Henson – helped light up the Empire State Building on Tuesday afternoon (December 12) in NYC. Director Blitz Bazawule and producer Oprah Winfrey were also in attendance. Keep … Read more
Now, these are the “Wonka” menu items that are really going to draw your attention. Since this is the International House of Pancakes, you probably want to know about the new pancake offerings. The “Perfectly Purple” pancakes are certainly a highlight. Yes, the pancakes are purple, and so is the cream cheese icing that is … Read more
Happy New Music Friday! The weekend is here, which means more streaming, new playlists and the best that music has to offer — and ET has you covered for everything in between. This week, Mariah Carey is embracing the holiday spirit with unmatched enthusiasm, gifting her “festive lambs” with a brand-new music video, “All I Want … Read more
Oprah Winfrey has come a long way since she played Sofia in the 1985 epic The Color Purple. Almost 40 years later, the celebrated TV personality and media mogul is basking in the anticipation of the release of the drama’s musical adaptation, on which she serves as an executive producer. Speaking with ET’s Kevin Frazier at the star-studded … Read more
Oprah Winfrey steps out looking amazing at the world premiere of The Color Purple on Wednesday evening (December 6) in Los Angeles. While at the event, she met up with director Steven Spielberg. Both Oprah and Steven are acting as producers of the film, set to be released on December 25, 2023. Steven directed the … Read more
Taraji P. Henson is looking absolutely radiant at The Color Purple premiere! The star-studded event took place on Wednesday (December 6) at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. The 53-year-old actress, who stars as Shug Avery in the highly anticipated film, looked gorgeous in a black gown complete with a train and … Read more
Ciara showed up to the premiere of The Color Purple Wednesday night in Los Angeles by putting her baby bump on full display. The “Level Up” singer, 38, spoke with ET’s Kevin Frazier on the purple carpet about her fourth pregnancy and the look she crafted around her belly. “Are you ready for baby No. … Read more
Oprah Winfrey is putting in the work when it comes to getting fit and healthy, and it’s clear the effort is paying off. The celebrated TV personality and media mogul showed off her impressive physique in a striking, regal violet gown on the purple carpet at the star-studded premiere of The Color Purple at the Academy … Read more