Tag Archives: Whitney Houston
Bobbi Kristina Involved in Car Crash with Boyfriend
How would Whitney take this?
How would Whitney take this?
By Sasha King
Bobby Brown Taping Reality Show With New Wife
It's his prerogative!
Bobby Brown is reportedly taping for a new reality show with new wife Alicia Etheredge,…
By Sasha King
Actor and TV Host Terrence J Talks Hollywood Wins and Whitney Houston Memories
Former 106 & Park co-host taking career to the next level
Famous as co-host for BETs top-rated show “106 & Park,” Terrence J is making major…
By Janell Hazelwood
Decoded: 7 Celebrities Who Went From Fat to (Financially) Fit
Physical fitness is not just a great lifestyle choice in some cases it can increase your marketability and revenue
Physical fitness can be a large part of personal branding & revenue generation. These celebrities…
By Shydel James
On Set With ‘Sparkle’ Costume Supervisor Devon Patterson-Wilson
The Detroit native explains how what she looks for in employees and how Sparkle helped her hometown's economy
Veteran costume supervisor Devon Patterson-Wilson shares how her career evolved from earning $50 a day…
By Darralynn Hutson
Kevin Liles: More Than Music
Former Def Jam music man talks about the importance of expanding his brand beyond the industry and giving back by paying it forward
How the former Def Jam music man has expanded his brand beyond the industry and…
By Kenya N. Byrd
‘Sparkle’ Producer Debra Martin Chase Reflects on Career & Whitney
The veteran movie producer shares her career journey and explains the industry's evolution
Hollywood veteran Debra Martin Chase shares her trade secrets on moviemaking and adapting to the…
By Darralynn Hutson
![For aspiring actors trying to get their foot in the door, casting calls can be a daunting experience. Sure, you know the basics (i.e. memorize your lines, know your character), but do you really know what impresses those all-powerful casting directors? Take note from industry veteran Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd, known for casting such notable movies as Stomp the Yard, Notorious, and Whitney Houston’s final film, Sparkle. With over 10 years in the business, Byrd has helped launch countless careers, including Laz Alonso [Jumping the Broom, Avatar], Michael Kenneth Williams [Boardwalk Empire], and, if you follow these tips closely, you could be the next star in the making to go from the casting couch to the big screen. —Aliya Ewing](http://cdn4.blackenterprise.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2012/04/Twinkie-Byrd-620x480-90x100.jpg "Twinkie-Byrd-620x480")
Twinkie Byrd’s 5 Tips on Making it As an Actor
The Sparkle casting director shares her advice on how to make a lasting impression in Hollywood
Discovering stars like Laz Alonzo and Columbus Short, Sparkle casting director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd shares…
By Aliya Ewing
Casting Director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd on Sparkle, Jordin Sparks & Success
From music videos to major films, the New York casting director has always had an eye for future stars
Sparkle casting director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd shares her techniques on grooming stars like Jordin Sparks,…
By Aliya Ewing
Whitney Houston Leaves Everything to Bobbi Kristina
The iconic singer's will pinpoints her daughter as the sole beneficiary
Whitney Houston left her entire estate to her 19-year-old daughter Bobbi Kristina, according to reports.…
