Kenya Barris is set to helm the upcoming Richard Pryor biopic. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The Black-ish creator will also serve as the writer and producer of the flick via his company Khalabo Ink Society. Pryor’s widow, Jennifer Lee Pryor, will also be a producer on the project. “Having had a front-row seat to much […]
Richard Pryor Jr. accused comedian Paul Mooney of molesting him when he was younger, and the comedian denied the claims. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Richard Pryor’s ex-bodyguard Rashon Kahn, claims Mooney sexually abused the then-teenager in the 1970s without directly naming the comic. He also claimed the late comedian put a $1 million hit […]
The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor is an American award presented by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to it is presented to individuals who have “had an impact on American society in ways similar to Twain.” Recipients of this prestigious prize include Richard Pryor, Whoopi Goldberg, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, David Letterman, […]
Although it’s been almost fourteen years since his passing, Richard Pryor is still hailed as the greatest comedian of all-time. His uncompromising perspective on race, religion, relationships, sex, and everything else under the sun catapulted him as arguably the most influential stand-up comedian. Among the comedians that Pryor influenced are Eddie Murphy, Robin Williams, Whoopi […]
In a recent interview that went viral, Ouincy Jones told Vulture that, “Brando was the most charming mother-ker you ever met. He’d f-k anything. Anything! He’d f-k a mailbox. James Baldwin, Richard Pryor, Marvin Gaye.” This sent the internet into frenzy. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Well, we can put all the unanswered questions to […]
Words by Shurida Lundi Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Known best for starring in blaxploitation films and being the sexy siren on screen, Pam Grier is behind the screen as she has her biopic in the works. In this film, we’ll travel back in time to the 70s as we get a look into her […]
WORDS BY Keven L. Carter This article was originally published in The Source Magazine, April 1993 (Issue #43) Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Atlantic City—we in Jersey call it “Camden-by-the-Sea.” It is a place where old fighters go to get one last paycheck. If they can breathe and stand upright, someone will pay for them […]
As promised, Jay Z and The Weinstein Company are on a roll with announcement after announcement of projects in the works as a result of their recent first-look deal collaboration. In the past week alone they have unveiled three projects including the Lee Daniel’s directed Richard Pryor biopic starring Mike Epps and Tracy Morgan. Visit […]
Shawn Carter is one busy man. The New York rapper is expanding his resume, jumping on board the highly anticipated Richard Pryor biopic, serving as producer. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The film, tentatively titled Richard Pryor: Is it Something I Said, named after Pryor’s 1975 live album, was reportedly postponed in May after Empire director […]
Beyoncé ain’t the only one who knows how to make lemonade from lemons. Comedian Mike Epps certainly knows a thing or two about prevailing over obstacles, writing his own rules and staying true to himself in Hollyweird. From feature films to now lead character on ABC’s family comedy Uncle Buck, Epps is on fire. During […]
Who doesn’t love some good standup comedy? Since the beginning of entertainment history, there has always been a strong need for someone who is able to make people laugh hysterically. Comedy is a necessary part of our culture. Today marks the birth of one of the most influential, groundbreaking and side busting comedians to ever […]
According to an interview with Hollywood Reporter, Tracy Morgan has confirmed that he will be playing the role of Redd Foxx in the upcoming Lee Daniels directed Richard Pryor biopic. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In the interview, Morgan exclaims, “Mr. Foxx, I hope I do you justice! It will be an honor to portray […]
The legacy of comedic royalty Richard Pryor lives on in an unflinching ride of his life in Broadway in Chicago’s Unspeakable: A Dramatic Fantasia stage play. The two and a half hour hilarious, emotions-tugging play catapults theater goers into the landscape of Pryor’s life from 1967 and 1982. The play is hosted in Chicago, up […]
