Weekend Buzz

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | September 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

The Mercedes Benz Fashion Week had many celebrities come out to see what is new in fashion.  Stacey Dash was spotted in the crowd.

The Toronto International Film Festival drew a large crowd including Idris Elba, Thandie Newton, Youssou N’dour (who performed to a jubilant crowd), Sophie Okonedo, and David Oyelowo. » Read more…

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Sophie Okonedo to star in ‘The Secret Life of Bees’

Written by Laura Adibe | June 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Based on the 2002 best selling novel by author Sue Monk Kidd, the cast includes Sophie Okonedo, Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys, Dakota Fanning, Jennifer Hudson, Nate Parker and Tristan Wilds. The film is directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood (Love and Basketball, Disappearing Acts). » Read more…

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Sophie Okonedo

Written by Grace Yama | May 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Sophie Okonedo was born in England to a Nigerian father and a Jewish mother. Sophie’s father left the family when she was only 5 years old. Coupled with her multiracial makeup, she endured a rough childhood, therefore as she grew up, she found comfort and solace in art of performing. » Read more…

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