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California lawmakers want to diversify Hollywood. So does an LA church

by Hauwa Otori

May 4, 2023

Some small production studios want to expand the presence of people of color among Hollywood directors and writers.

Krenée Tolson looks on as Geremy Dixon prepares to host an episode of the “Misfit Manifesto” podcast at Hope Studios.

Hauwa Otori

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Howard U hopes to "put a major dent" in Hollywood's diversity problem

by Marielle Segarra

Jun 1, 2021

The HBCU is naming its reestablished school of fine arts after late actor and Howard alumnus Chadwick Boseman.

Howard University has made several moves in recent years to try to make Hollywood more diverse. In 2019, it launched a partnership with Amazon Studios. Pictured: Howard President (second from left) and Amazon Studio's Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Latasha Gillespie (second from right).

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TV's getting more diverse. But there's still a long way to go.

by Jasmine Garsd

Oct 23, 2020

Women and people of color made gains in nearly all TV employment categories, according to a UCLA report.

Yvonne Orji, left, Issa Rae and Jay Ellis of HBO's "Insecure" speak during a press tour in January. The show features a diverse cast of writers and directors, but there are still gains to be made in Hollywood diversity.

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Is Hollywood still #SoWhite?

by Jasmine Garsd

Jan 13, 2020

Women are getting more main character roles in movies. But mostly white women.

The BAFTAs have once again come under fire for their lack of diversity.

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Why TV networks are embracing diversity and inclusion

by Christabel Nsiah-Buadi

Sep 23, 2019

Without diverse primetime shows like CBS' "Bob Hearts Abishola," TV networks are leaving money on the table.

Billy Gardell and Folake Olowofoyeku of "Bob Hearts Abishola."

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For "The Chi's" showrunner, it's all about the neighborhood

by Kai Ryssdal

Apr 12, 2019

Ayanna Floyd Davis says she sees behind the headlines about Chicago's South Side.

An advance screening of Showtime's 'The Chi' on Chicago's South Side at SMG Chatham in 2017.

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