North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson’s ace partner, Donald Trump, is now beginning the process of forgetting whoever in the hell was that Robinson guy from North Carolina.

The former president, locked in a tight race against Vice President Kamala Harris and needing to know he’s got the Tar Heel state in the bag, has made it known he’d be campaigning there – without the MLK-hating, slavery- and transgender porn-loving Black guy at his side.

There was a time when Trump loved himself some Robinson, whom he once adoringly called “Martin Luther King on steroids.”

What is it that the great French writer Marguerite Duras once penned? “I think about you. But I don’t say it anymore.”

Trump is having to quit Robinson, the GOP’s nominee for governor of North Carolina, because CNN just went upside Robinson’s sizable noggin.

The network reported that Robinson, a Black social conservative who has castigated transgender people, nonetheless waxed eloquent on transgender porn on the pornography site “Nude Africa” a decade and a half ago.

“That’s fucking hot,” CNN reported Robinson wrote on the site. “It takes the man out while leaving the man in! And yeah I’m a ‘perv’ too!”

CNN reported that Robinson called himself the “Black Nazi.” It said Robinson referred to Martin Luther King Jr. as a “commie bastard.” And the network reported that Robinson didn’t really see anything wrong with that whole slavery thing.

“Slavery is not bad,” the network said Robinson wrote in 2010. “Some people need to be slaves. I wish they would bring it back. I would certainly buy a few.”

How has Robinson responded to these allegations? He’s gone straight Shaggy. Wasn’t me.

As CNN’s story was about to break, Robinson took to social media. “Let me reassure you, the things you will see in that story, those are not the words of Mark Robinson,” he said.

Robinson has hinted that artificial intelligence could be behind the whole thing as a way to keep him from winning. The problem is that, in 2010, when Robinson was reportedly talking up human bondage, the only “AI” we knew of was NBA star Allen Iverson.

Trump will find a way to move on from his North Carolina main squeeze. He’ll have to. There is no scenario where he can lose North Carolina and win the White House.

The race has been centered on seven swing states – Arizona, Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan and Nevada. Numbers crunchers and pundits generally have tossed North Carolina and its 16 Electoral College votes into Trump’s bag.

Harris and the Democrats, though, aren’t letting Trump forget his lost love in North Carolina. They’ve paid for highway billboards tying Trump to Robinson. And the Harris campaign’s young meme merchants are hard at work, setting Robinson on rhetorical fire and blowing his embers into the dry straw of Trump’s campaign.

The math a man needs to get to 270 Electoral College votes and the presidency doesn’t math if you’re starting out by subtracting 16.

Duras had a line for Trump’s predicament. “I meet you. I remember you. Who are you? You’re destroying me.”

Black actors have been making their mark in the TV and film industry for as long as movies have existed, but the up-and-coming Black actors of today are reaching new heights of excellence and artistry.

Get to know some of the best Black actors on the scene today with this essential list.

The rising stars in Hollywood who are making a mark in the industry

1. Ashton Sanders

If you’ve seen the acclaimed film “Moonlight” (2016), then you’re already familiar with Ashton Sanders (born 1995). The California-born actor starred as the teenage version of the main character, Chiron. Before that breakthrough role, Sanders starred in the slavery drama “The Retrieval” (2013). Since cementing his legacy with “Moonlight,” he’s expanded his repertoire with TV roles like RZA in Hulu’s “Wu-Tang: An American Saga.”

2. KiKi Layne

Like Ashton Sanders, KiKi Layne (born 1991) is another American actor and undeniable talent brought to the big screen by Barry Jenkins, director of “Moonlight.” Layne played the leading role in Jenkins’ next film, “If Beale Street Could Talk” (2018). And the similarities don’t end there: Layne acted alongside Sanders in both “Native Son” (2019), an adaptation of the novel by Richard Wright, and “Captive State” (2019), a science fiction thriller.

3. Taylour Paige

You might recognize the name Taylor Paige (born 1990) if you’ve seen the crime film “Zola” (2020) or the Netflix drama “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” (2020), where she acted alongside Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman. Before those breakout roles, the California-born actor was a regular on the VH1 sports series “Hit the Floor” playing cheerleader Ahsha Hayes.

4. Jharrel Jerome

You can add Jharrel Jerome (born 1997) to the long list of up-and-coming Black male actors who had their careers boosted by the 2016 smash hit “Moonlight.” Jerome made his debut role as the teenage version of Kevin, Chiron’s one-time love interest. You can also catch Jerome in “When They See Us” (2019), the Netflix series created and directed by Ava DuVernay that explores the 1989 Central Park jogger case.

5. Shameik Moore

If you’ve seen Rick Famuyiwa’s “Dope” (2015), then you’re already familiar with Shameik Moore (born 1995). Starring as main character Malcolm, the Atlanta-born Black actor earned plenty of critical acclaim in his very first leading role. Since then, Moore went on to voice the new Spider-Man, Miles Morales, in “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (2018) and “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” (2023).

6. John Boyega

As you may already know, London-born actor John Boyega (born 1992) stars as stormtrooper-turned-rebel Finn in the Star Wars trilogy “The Force Awakens” (2015), “The Last Jedi” (2017) and “The Rise of Skywalker” (2019). But he has many excellent but lesser-known roles in films like British horror-comedy “Attack the Block” (2011), the novel adaptation “Half of a Yellow Sun” (2013) and “Detroit” (2017), a crime drama based on the 1967 12th Street Riot.

7. Letitia Wright

You probably know Guyanese actor Letitia Wright (born 1993) for her supporting role in the superhero hits “Black Panther” (2018) and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” (2022). You might be less aware of her extensive experience with television roles on British shows like the crime drama “Top Boy,” the anthology series “Banana,” the LGBTQ drama “Cucumber” and the science fiction series “Humans.”

8. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II

Fans of comic books will likely recognize the name Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (born 1986). The New Orleans-born actor played Black Manta in “Aquaman” (2018) and “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” (2023), Doctor Manhattan in the HBO series “Watchmen” (2019) and is even set to play Wonder Man in an upcoming Marvel series. If you’re more into serial killers than superheroes, check out Mateen’s work in “Us” (2019)—he’s the main character’s father in the opening flashback—and the 2021 remake of the horror classic “Candyman.”

9. Daniel Kaluuya

Another prominent name on the list of upcoming Black actors from London, Daniel Kaluuya (born 1989) achieved international fame as lead character Chris in the Jordan Peele-directed thriller “Get Out” (2017). Since then, Kaluuya has only cemented his reputation as one of the greatest new Black actors with roles in “Black Panther” (2018), “Queen & Slim” (2019) and another horror from Peele, “Nope” (2022). Before that, Kaluuya was known for appearing in the British teen drama “Skins.”

10. Tessa Thompson

Tessa Thompson (born 1983) may have gained mainstream recognition for her roles in the boxing series “Creed” (2015), “Creed II” (2018) and “Creed III” (2023) or her turn as warrior Valkyrie in the Marvel superhero films “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017) and “Thor: Love and Thunder” (2022), but her resume isn’t limited to blockbusters. The LA-born actor also graced screens in the satirical comedy “Dear White People” (2014) and independent films like “Mississippi Damned” (2009) and “Sorry to Bother You” (2018).

11. Lashana Lynch

British actor Lashana Lynch (born 1987) is probably best known for portraying the Air Force pilot and superhero Maria Rambeau in “Captain Marvel” (2019), “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” (2022) and “The Marvels” (2023). If you’re not a big fan of superhero flicks, you can also catch the London-born actor in “The Woman King” (2022) alongside Viola Davis.

12. Zazie Beetz

Another Black actor whose career received a boost by an appearance in the Marvel cinematic universe, Zazie Beetz (born 1991) appeared as Domino in “Deadpool 2” (2018). You may also recognize the German-born actor as Vanessa from the Donald Glover series “Atlanta,” Noelle from the Netflix anthology “Easy” or The Hornet from “Bullet Train” (2022).

13. Kelvin Harrison Jr.

Kelvin Harrison Jr. (born 1994) got his start playing small roles in big films like the sci-fi flick “Ender’s Game” (2013) and Academy Award winner “12 Years a Slave” (2013). Since then, the New Orleans-born actor has steadily gained larger roles in movies like the psychological horror “It Comes at Night” (2017) and the biopic “Elvis” (2022).

14. Jodie Turner-Smith

You may recognize British actor Jodie Turner-Smith (born 1986) from her co-starring role in “Queen & Slim” (2019) alongside Daniel Kaluuya. You can also catch her in her debut film “The Neon Demon” (2016), sci-fi drama “After Yang” (2022) or the Noah Baumbach-directed comedy “White Noise” (2022). On top of that, Turner-Smith has also landed a series of TV roles: She even plays God in the Netflix series “Sex Education.”

15. Caleb McLaughlin

If you’ve ever watched the Netflix horror series “Stranger Things,” then you’re already familiar with Caleb McLaughlin (born 2001), who’s part of the main cast as Lucas Sinclair. Before getting that big break, McLaughlin appeared in the Broadway musical “The Lion King” and even the opera “Lost in the Stars.” Since transitioning from stage to screen, the New York-born actor has appeared in the films “High Flying Bird” (2019) and “Concrete Cowboy” (2020).

16. Tyrel Jackson Williams

Parents and children-at-heart will recognize Tyrel Jackson WIlliams (born 1997) for his starring roles in the Disney productions “Lab Rats,” a TV series, and “Pants on Fire” (2014), a straight-to-TV movie. Boosted by his Disney credits, the New York-born actor has since starred in the first two seasons of the IFC series “Brockmire,” as well as films like “Thunder Force” (2021) and “Hollywood Stargirl” (2022).

17. Amandla Stenberg

LA-born actor Amandla Stenberg (born 1989) had her breakthrough role playing Rue in the dystopian action movie “The Hunger Games” (2012). Since then, Stenberg has starred in such films as teen drama “The Hate U Give” (2018) and dark comedy “Bodies Bodies Bodies” (2022). As for TV, you can catch Stenberg in the short-lived supernatural drama “Sleepy Hollow” and the Disney miniseries “The Acolyte.”

18. Chosen Jacobs

Massachusetts-born actor Chosen Jacobs (born 2001) kicked off his career by playing Will Grover on the CBS series “Hawaii Five-O.” Since then, he’s played the central character Mike Hanlon in the horror remakes “It” (2017) and “It Chapter Two” (2019). The future’s looking bright for this 23-year-old actor, and we can’t wait to see what he does next.

19. Trevor Jackson

Like many other actors on this list, Trevor Jackson (born 1996) is a Disney Channel alum, having starred as Kris McDuffy in the TV movie musical “Let It Shine.” The Indianapolis-born actor has since expanded his repertoire with roles like Aaron Jackson on the Freeform series “Grown-ish” and Kevin Blake from the Syfy anthology “Eureka.” Jackson has also maintained his musical aspirations, releasing three studio albums from 2018 to 2021.

20. JD McCrary

Like Jackson, JD McCrary (born 2007) is a multi-talented star in the making. The up-and-coming African-American actor voiced young Simba in the live-action “The Lion King” (2019) and even lent his voice to a track on co-star Childish Gambino’s album “Awaken, My Love!” (2016). Since then, California-born McCrary has appeared in the comedy “Little” (2019) alongside Issa Rae and Regina Hall and even released his own EP titled “Shine” that same year.

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Shakira may have already set the music world ablaze earlier this year with her album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, but the global superstar is showing no signs of slowing down. Moments ago, Shakira thrilled fans by announcing her new single Soltera, slated for release on September 25.

The buzz surrounding Soltera ignited earlier this month after Shakira was spotted filming a music video, sparking speculation of a new release. Today’s confirmation has sent her fanbase into a frenzy, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the Colombian singer’s storied career.

The announcement of Soltera comes hot on the heels of major accolades for Shakira, who secured three nominations at the upcoming Latin GRAMMY Awards. Her nominations include Album of the Year for Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, Song of the Year for Entre Paréntesis, and Best Latin Electronic Music Performance for Tiësto’s remix of BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53.

In addition to new music, Shakira is preparing to take her electrifying stage presence worldwide on the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which is set to kick off this November.

As she continues to push boundaries and redefine her artistry, Soltera promises to be yet another standout moment in Shakira’s illustrious career. Fans won’t have to wait long to hear what she has in store next.

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Natasha Rothwell is ready to step into her upcoming role as “Reesa Teesa.” 

As previously reported by theGrio, the actress is scheduled to star in the TV adaption of the viral “Who TF did I Marry” TikTok saga. While fans reportedly envisioned her playing in a Hollywood adaptation of the viral 52-part series, Rothwell says producing the series was the last thing on her mind. 

“I binged it on site,” she told People magazine, remembering the first time she watched the social media videos. “[I did not think] ‘Oh, how do I make this into something?’I [but rather] ‘I want to do everything in my power to help this woman get her flowers,’ because it was the most vulnerable act of honesty [and] radical vulnerability that I’d ever seen.” 

Earlier this year, social media could not stop talking about Tareasa “Reesa Teesa” Johnson and her captivating recounting of her marriage and divorce to the man she refers to as “Legion.” Candidly sharing the details of her complicated experience married to “Legion” who she claims is a pathological liar, Johnson’s videos each amassed over six million views on social media. So, Rothwell was not surprised to see “very competitive” negotiations unfold in Hollywood for Johnson’s story. 

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However, unlike other producers and executives, Rothwell had a unique vision for her adaptation of “Who TF Did I Marry.” 

“It was not her trauma that interested me and [made me] want to throw my hat in the ring,” she explained. “It was her — who she is as a person, how she survived all of it — and viral fame, how she’s surviving that. I was like, ‘Oh, now this is when I lean in.’” 

After dedicating almost eight years to creating her recently released Hulu show “How to Die Alone,” the actress and producer says she took a similar approach in her negotiations with Johnson. Ultimately her “ if it’s meant to be, it will happen” attitude paid off when she was notified that the viral TikTok storyteller specifically wanted to work with her. 

“ I got the call from my team, [and they said], ‘She specifically wants to work with you. You saw her in the meeting. She felt seen. It wasn’t opportunistic,’” she added. 

However, just as Johnson felt seen, the “How to Die Alone” actress felt seen when the duo met for dinner earlier this month. Feeling like she met her “twin,” Rothwell compared their interaction to being in “a mutual love bubble of just enjoying each other and understanding each other and learning about each other.” 

“I’m definitely excited to approach her story in a 360 [degree] way and not just … retell the story we’ve all consumed. I think she’s far more interesting than what has happened to her,” she said, revealing that the series is in “a very nascent stage.”

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In a high-profile moment ahead of the 2024 presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris received a major endorsement from pop superstar Taylor Swift. Harris expressed her gratitude and admiration for Swift’s decision, stating:

“I am very proud to have the support of Taylor Swift. She’s an incredible artist, and I really respect the courage that she has had in her career to stand up for what she believes is right.”

Swift, who has become increasingly vocal about political and social issues, took to Instagram to publicly share her support for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. In a heartfelt letter, Swift urged her millions of followers to do their research, pointing to the importance of being informed in an era rife with misinformation. She also addressed a recent false endorsement of Donald Trump, clarifying her stance and reinforcing her commitment to supporting candidates who reflect her values.

“I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election. I’m voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them,” Swift wrote in her post. “I think she is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos.”

Swift’s message further praised Walz for his long-standing advocacy on issues such as LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive freedoms, and healthcare access, aligning these priorities with her own values. She concluded her post by encouraging her fans, particularly first-time voters, to register and vote early, linking resources for voter registration in her Instagram story.

Swift’s endorsement is expected to bring significant attention to Harris’s campaign, especially among younger voters and women, demographics that have been strong supporters of the pop icon.

As the 2024 election season intensifies, Swift’s political engagement continues to show the growing impact of celebrities using their platforms to influence important political discussions. For Harris, the endorsement adds to her momentum, and as she stated, reflects the shared commitment to fighting for justice and equality.

With the backing of one of the world’s most influential artists, Harris’s campaign could see a boost in outreach, particularly with younger and socially conscious voters.

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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson will not speak or appear at former President Donald Trump‘s rally on Saturday in the eastern part of his state following a CNN report about his alleged posts on a pornography website’s message board, two people familiar with the matter said Friday.

Robinson is not expected to attend the event in Wilmington, according to a person on the Trump campaign and a second person familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss internal planning.

Robinson has been a frequent presence at Trump’s North Carolina campaign stops. The Republican nominee has referred to Robinson, who is Black, as “Martin Luther King on steroids” and long praised him. But in the wake of Thursday’s CNN report, the Trump campaign issued a statement that didn’t mention Robinson and instead spoke generally about how North Carolina was key to the campaign’s efforts.

With the deadline now passed for him to withdraw, Robinson remained the Republican candidate for governor on Friday. His decision to keep campaigning could threaten GOP prospects in other key races, including Trump’s efforts in a battleground state he twice won.

Robinson has denied writing the posts, which include racial and sexual comments. He said wouldn’t be forced out of the race by “salacious tabloid lies.” While Robinson won his GOP gubernatorial primary in March, he’s been trailing in several recent polls to Democratic nominee Josh Stein, the state’s attorney general.

“Let me reassure you the things that you will see in that story — those are not the words of Mark Robinson,” he told supporters in a video released by his campaign. “You know my words. You know my character.”

State law says a gubernatorial nominee had until Thursday night to withdraw as a candidate, the day before the first absentee ballots requested by military and overseas voters are distributed. The State Board of Elections is unaware of any such withdrawal notice, spokesperson Pat Gannon said. State Republican leaders could have picked a replacement had a withdrawal occurred.

“We are staying in this race,” Robinson said in the video. “We are in it to win it.”

Robinson has a history of inflammatory comments that Stein has said made him too extreme to lead North Carolina. They already have contributed to the prospect that campaign struggles for Robinson could help Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris win the state’s 16 electoral votes.

“The fallout is going to be huge,” Chris Cooper, a political science professor at Western Carolina University, said Friday.

Losing swing district races for a congressional seat and the General Assembly would endanger the GOP’s control of the U.S. House and retaining veto-proof majorities at the legislature.

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CNN, which describes a series of comments that it said Robinson posted on the message board more than a decade ago, sent tremors through the state’s political class. While the state Republican Party came to Robinson’s defense, individual GOP leaders raised concerns and suggested Robinson needed to address the allegations more fully.

CNN reported that Robinson, who would be North Carolina’s first Black governor, attacked civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. in searing terms and once referred to himself as a “black NAZI.” CNN also reported that Robinson wrote of being aroused by a memory of “peeping” women in gym showers when he was 14 along with an appreciation of transgender pornography. Robinson, at one point, referred to himself as a “perv,” according to CNN.

The Associated Press has not independently confirmed that Robinson wrote and posted the messages. CNN said it matched details of the account on the pornographic website forum to other online accounts held by Robinson by comparing usernames, a known email address and his full name.

CNN reported that details discussed by the account holder matched Robinson’s age, length of marriage and other biographical information. It also compared figures of speech that came up frequently in his public Twitter profile that appeared in discussions by the account on the pornographic website.

The state GOP said in a statement late Thursday that while Robinson has “categorically denied the allegations” it wouldn’t “stop the Left from trying to demonize him via personal attacks.”

But U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., who endorsed a Robinson rival in the primary — citing Robinson’s lack of legislative and business experience — said on X that Thursday “was a tough day, but we must stay focused on the races we can win.”

“If Harris takes NC, she takes the White House,” he added. “We can’t let that happen.”

Democrats jumped on Robinson and other Republicans after the report aired, using every opportunity to show on social media photos of Robinson with Trump or with other GOP candidates attempting to tarnish them by association.

Stein and his allies have highlighted past comments by Robinson, such as a Facebook post from 2019 in which Robinson said abortion in America was about “killing the child because you weren’t responsible enough to keep your skirt down.” And there’s a 2021 speech by Robinson in a church in which he used the word “filth” when discussing gay and transgender people.

Robinson, 56, was elected lieutenant governor in his first bid for public office in 2020. He tells a life story of childhood poverty, jobs that he blames the North American Free Trade Agreement for ending, and personal bankruptcy.

Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, a top surrogate for Harris, said late Thursday on X that Trump and state GOP leaders “embraced Mark Robinson for years knowing who he was and what he stood for … They reap what they sow.”

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Diamond-certified and three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning hip-hop icon Future continues his impressive streak with the release of the much-anticipated MIXTAPE PLUTO today. The 17-track project arrives alongside the official music video for “TOO FAST,” directed by Kid Art. Set in the vibrant streets of Harlem, NYC, the video sees Future reflecting on the highs and lows of his fast-paced life, capturing the spirit of the mixtape.

PLUTO was executive produced by 808 Mafia’s Southside, with Wheezy serving as co-executive producer. The mixtape’s album art pays homage to the legendary Dungeon Family and the late Rico Wade, featuring the iconic Dungeon Family house in Atlanta bathed in infrared purple light. This house, home to their storied studio and Wade’s mother’s basement, is where Future’s career took root, making the imagery a fitting tribute to his origins.

True to its title, MIXTAPE PLUTO strips Future’s sound back to its raw essence, delivering a featureless project that showcases him at his purest.

In addition to the digital release, exclusive merchandise is available at Freebandz.com, including limited-edition t-shirts, CDs, and vinyl variants in both black and green. These items feature 11 core tracks from the mixtape, cementing the project’s importance with a collectible touch.

The release of MIXTAPE PLUTO follows Future’s two chart-topping collaborative albums with Metro Boomin earlier this year, WE DON’T TRUST YOU and WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU. The albums dominated the charts and the hip-hop landscape, earning critical praise and bringing Future his ninth and tenth Billboard 200 No. 1s. The single “Like That,” featuring Kendrick Lamar, spent three weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking one of the year’s biggest moments in music.

With MIXTAPE PLUTO, Future rounds off an incredible run of 2024 releases, offering fans a return to the raw, unfiltered sound that made him a rap trailblazer. As he continues to shape the future of hip-hop, this latest project solidifies his status as one of the genre’s most innovative and influential voices.

MIXTAPE PLUTO Tracklisting:

1. TEFLON DON






2. LIL DEMON






3. SKI






4. READY TO COOK UP






5. PLUTOSKI






6. TOO FAST






7. OCEAN






8. PRESS THE BUTTON






9. MJ






10. BRAZZIER






11. SOUTH OF FRANCE






12. SURFING A TSUNAMI






13. MADE MY HOE FAINT






14. TOLD MY






15. OATH






16. LOST MY DOG






17. AYE SAY GANG

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Today, 52 former football legends who played at 25 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), issued a statement endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for the upcoming presidential election in November. In their joint statement, the group praised Harris’ leadership, integrity, and commitment to justice, while also encouraging citizens to exercise their right to vote for candidates of their choice.

The football legends, many of whom have achieved notable success in the NFL, emphasized that their endorsement was based on careful consideration of the candidates and their platforms. In a statement accompanying their endorsement, the group acknowledged the importance of informed voting, urging citizens to study the candidates and their positions on key issues before making their own decisions.

“We encourage all citizens to study the candidates and issues and make their own judgments,” the group stated. “We have done so, and are inspired and proud of the leadership that President Harris and Vice-President Walz will provide. But throughout our careers, we have competed on the merits, and we respect the rights of others to compete now and reach their own conclusions about candidates.”

The group includes some of the most revered figures in HBCU football history, including ten Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees and two Super Bowl MVPs.

Below is the full list of the 52 HBCU football legends endorsing the Harris-Walz ticket:

1. Joe “747” Adams (Tennessee State University)
2. Willard Bailey (Virginia Union University, Norfolk State University, Virginia University of Lynchburg)
3. Antoine Bethea (Howard University)
4. Mel Blount (Southern University)
5. Emerson Boozer (University of Maryland Eastern Shore)
6. Robert Brazile (Jackson State University)
7. Waymond Bryant (Tennessee State University)
8. Harold Carmichael (Southern University)
9. Harry Carson (South Carolina State University)
10. Raymond Chester (Morgan State University)
11. Ben Coates (Livingstone College)
12. Greg Coleman (Florida A&M University)
13. Kevin Dent (Jackson State University)
14. Richard Dent (Tennessee State University)
15. Parnell Dickinson (Mississippi Valley State University)
16. Donald Driver (Alcorn State University)
17. Leslie Frazier (Alcorn State University)
18. Jimmie Giles (Alcorn State University)
19. James “Shack” Harris (Grambling State University)
20. Bill Hayes (Winston-Salem State University, North Carolina A&T State University)
21. Thomas “Hollywood” Henderson (Langston University)
22. Kenny Houston (Prairie View A&M University)
23. Richard Huntley (Winston-Salem State University)
24. Harold Jackson (Jackson State University)
25. Richard “Tombstone” Jackson (Southern University)
26. Willie Jeffries (South Carolina State University, Howard University)
27. Billy Joe (Central State University, Miles College, Florida A&M University)
28. Ed “Too Tall” Jones (Tennessee State University)
29. Willie Lanier (Morgan State University)
30. Henry Lawrence (Florida A&M University)
31. Albert Lewis (Grambling State University)
32. Frank Lewis (Grambling State University)
33. Jim Marsalis (Tennessee State University)
34. Charlie Neal (HBCU Broadcaster)
35. Timmy Newsome (Winston-Salem State University)
36. Nate Newton (Florida A&M University)
37. Lemar Parrish (Lincoln University of Missouri)
38. Robert Porcher III (South Carolina State University)
39. Pete Richardson (Winston-Salem State University, Southern University)
40. Art Shell (University of Maryland Eastern Shore)
41. Donnie Shell (South Carolina State University)
42. Jackie Slater (Jackson State University)
43. Torrence Smalls (Alcorn State University)
44. Joe Taylor (Howard University, Virginia Union University, Hampton University, Florida A&M University)
45. Dr. Dennis Thomas (Former MEAC Commissioner)
46. Willie Totten (Mississippi Valley State University)
47. Johnny Walton (Elizabeth City State University)
48. Everson Walls (Grambling State University)
49. Sammy White (Grambling State University)
50. Doug Williams (Grambling State University)
51. Erik Williams (Central State University)
52. Roynell Young (Alcorn State University)

As the November election approaches, these men are rallying their communities to stay informed and engaged in the electoral process. The group hopes to inspire a strong voter turnout, especially from HBCU graduates and supporters across the country.