Growing up in a predominantly white area of New Jersey, AJ (Adrienne-Joi) Johnson has always achieved everything she set her mind to. From being crowned Homecoming Queen, to participating in various school activities including basketball, track, and theater, Johnson has always been active. After high school, she attended Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia where she pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. Johnson was the lead choreographer for ‘In Living Color’ befor

In honor of The Big 3 basketball tournament kicking off in Houston Texas this weekend, dozens of children filled the gym on June 21, 2018 at the Fonde Center located in Downtown Houston for the Hoops 101: Mini Skills Camp where they received training from former NBA players including former Houston Rockets player and participant in the Big 3, Jermaine Taylor. The Big 3 consist of former NBA players but, wouldn't it be amazing to see former WNBA players in the tournament in th

Black women in the U.S. are 40 percent more likely to die from breast cancer than white women[1], and a recent study found that while 92 percent of black women agree breast health is important, only 25 percent of women have recently discussed breast health with their family, friends, or colleagues and only 17 percent have taken steps to understand their risk for breast cancer. To address the unacceptable disparity in breast cancer mortality rates, Susan G. Komen, the world's

The cast of CLAWS visited Houston for a special screening of the hit drama television show presented by Bossip and TNT. The cast included Judy Reyes, Jenn Lyon, Dean Norris and Kevin Rankin. The screening consisted of a 45-minute episode followed by a Q & A session moderated by Spoiled Latina where cast answered questions about their favorite episode from season one and any if there were any similarities between them and their role. The floor was also open to members of the a

Thursday evening I had the pleasure to attend the NOSH Culinary Showcase in honor of Houston Black Restaurant Week. This event had everything I love: food, food, drinks, dessert, and more food! I literally could not contain myself! To celebrate all the delicious dishes and beverages I had the opportunity to sample, here is a list of my top five favorite dishes from the night! 1. CHAI-MEATBALLS: Growing up, I became accustomed to my mother's meatballs, but I have never had an

Legends Do Live celebrated their 5 year anniversary with a unique pre-game for the undefeated Houston Rockets. The event took place on Saturday, March 24 in an exclusive suite in the Toyota Center. Guests were welcomed by CEO of Legends Do Live, Jarren Smalls.  As the event progressed, everyone enjoyed lite bites, sounds by DJ Shante of 93.7 The Beat, The Legends Do Live Lounge, gift bags, beverages by Ciroc, and a photobooth experience. The vibe was the epitome of a pre-game