Some of today’s biggest stars had quite the humble beginnings. From Tyler Perry to Beyoncé to Michael Jordan, several notable Black celebrities grew up in neighborhoods similar to the fans that love them today. Join us as The Root takes a look at these famous childhood homes.

That brought Beyoncé's career total nominations to a whopping 99, making her the most nominated artist in Grammys history. Another amazing feat: “Cowboy Carter” tied Michael Jackson's “Thriller” for the most nominated release.

Another amazing feat: “Cowboy Carter” tied Michael Jackson's “Thriller” for the most nominated release. Most impressive of all? She’s also the most decorated artist, having earned 32 ...

The Doobie Brothers ‘ Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald , and Patrick Simmons, the Beach Boys ‘ Mike Love, George Clinton, and more are among the inductees into the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF).

President-elect Donald Trump has selected opera tenor Christopher Macchio to perform the national anthem at his second inauguration.

These historic inauguration performances are still memorable today, with some of the biggest American voices of the time giving their all.

The Los Angeles wildfires have killed at least 24 people and destroyed or damaged more than 10,000 structures including the family homes of the likes of Leighton Meester and Adam Brody, Anna Faris and Jennifer Love Hewitt.

Norwegian DJ and producer Walker has kept the world dancing since his 2016 single "Faded" put him on the map. He has since recorded dance hits with Noah Cyrus, Sofia Carson, Sabrina Carpenter and Ava Max. His album "Walkerworld 2.0" is due out this year.

Give Beyonce a record and she’ll break it. When the 2025 Grammy Award nominations were announced, her genre-defying album “Cowboy Carter” led the nominations with 11. That brought Beyonce’s career total nominations to a whopping 99,

Give Beyoncé a record and she’ll break it. When the 2025 Grammy Award nominations were announced, her genre-defying album “Cowboy Carter” led the nominations with 11. That brought Beyoncé’s career total nominations to a whopping 99,

A modern-day renaissance man, jazz trumpeter and opera composer Terence Blanchard is an 8-time Grammy Award-winner whose film scores have earned him two Oscar nominations. “I’m

The Super Bowl halftime show isn’t just a break from the football game. It’s become a bit of a cultural centerpiece. In many ways it’s a perfect encapsulation o