Identity

THE BUZZ! Ne-Yo Apologizes for “Insensitive and Offensive” Comments on Gender Identity Speaking of apologies. Ne-Yo is apologizing for controversial remarks he made on gender identity and parenting during an appearance on the Gloria Velez podcast. During the show, he emphasized, “I have no issue with anyone. Love who you love, do what you do. […]

Smokey Robinson Said He Regrets Being Labeled An African American Have you heard what one of our Motown greats 82 year old Smokey Robinson said? Now he was on the view and talking about race and identity and has a lot to say about it. He said “I resent being called African American because Black […]

Rachel Dolezal, who recently changed her name to Nkechi Amare Diallo to further embrace her African "heritage" although she was born White, is still claiming she is a "woke soul sista."

After a few jokes about leaving the country, realizing the reality of Donald Trump's presidential bid, the Whoopi Goldberg took things to the next level by removing hyphens from her ethnic identity, implying that her family is rooted in America, not anywhere else.

Diggs posted his reaction to the furor on Instagram, saying his son will embrace his roots the way he chooses.

Empire Season 2 kicked off with a bang – full of  plot twists, cameos, and more cameos! If you weren’t at Magic 95.9’s Empire Season 2 Premiere Viewing Party at Identity Ultra Lounge, you missed a great time!  Check out the pics below and make sure not to miss our next party!