Angela Johnson

Brooklyn, New York

Senior Writer at The Root

Articles

You'll Never Guess What Happened to Michael Jordan's Long Lost Ferrari

1 week ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

From his shoes to his jerseys to his love letters to his teenage girlfriends, anything former NBA great Michael Jordan has ever touched is considered a treasure to his legions of fans. That’s why one Jordan super fan went on a quest to uncover the mysterious whereabouts of his long-lost sports car. Suggested ReadingTristan Wilds Talks Swagger, The Wire, & D'Angelo on That's So RandomSuggested ReadingTo call the 1992 Ferrari 512 TR a sports car is a serious understatement.
Inside Sidney Poitier and Diahann Carroll's Steamy, Messy Nine-Year Love Affair

1 week ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

The world will always remember actors Sidney Poitier and Diahann Carroll for their historic contributions to film and television. They made history and opened doors for future generations of actors, including Denzel Washington and Viola Davis. Oh, and did we mention they were both drop-dead gorgeous? But what you may not know is that Poitier and Carroll were entwined in a steamy nine-year romantic affair that ended with hurt feelings, broken marriages and broken promises.
A Man Who Says He Drove for Vin Diesel For Nearly 20 Years Shares Shocking Allegations

1 week ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

They say if you want to know the truth about someone, ask their employees. Well, actor Vin Diesel may not want anyone doing that right now after a man who says he was Diesel’s driver for nearly two decades just came out with some awful allegations about how he was treated while working for the “Fast and Furious” star and how their professional relationship came to an end.
Is This Exciting Law Roach Muse the New Zendaya? Check Out Their Amazing Style Collaborations

1 week ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

Stylist to the stars Law Roach loves to play with us, teasing us with announcements of retirement only to come back on the scene and serve us a jaw-dropping look. Although Roach, who made a name for himself making actress Zendaya look like a million bucks, has been stepping away from the spotlight lately, he showed up at the Fashion Trust Awards in Los Angeles on April 8 with a new lady on his arm, 30-year-old actress-singer Ryan Destiny.
Photo Album of Zendaya's New Fashion Successor. Guess Who She Is!

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Angela Johnson

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysStylist to the stars Law Roach loves to play with us, teasing us with announcements of retirement only to come back on the scene and serve us a jaw-dropping look.
Trump Proves With This Petty Decision That Obama Lives Rent Free in His Head

1 week ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

President Donald Trump has made no secret about his hostility towards former President Barack Obama, using his platform to spread misinformation, including claims that Obama was not born in this country and calling him the founder of ISIS. But late last week, Trump took the pettiness to a whole new level of low, showing some not-so-subtle shade to America’s first Black President. Suggested ReadingCan Donald Trump Serve As President From Prison?
Inside Diddy's Day at the Metropolitan Detention Center

1 week ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

In the early 1990s, the Federal Bureau of Prisons opened the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn. The facility, which currently holds nearly 1,200 inmates, is primarily used for people awaiting trial in federal courts in Manhattan or Brooklyn and has long been the target of criticism from those who have complained about violence, overcrowding and unsanitary conditions.
Remember Eric B. & Rakim? The Legendary 80s Hip-Hop Duo Was Rocked By Betrayal

1 week ago | theroot.com | Angela Johnson

If you listened to hip-hop in the late 1980s and early 1990s, it was all about Eric B. & Rakim. The New York-based duo was known for their unique sound, which was the perfect blend of DJ Eric B.’s crisp cuts and unique sampling skills and Rakim’s smooth cadence and undeniable knack for wordplay. But a dispute that was part business and part personal would ultimately mean the end of the group as fans knew it – until they made a surprise appearance together to celebrate one of their greatest collabs.
Remember Eric B. & Rakim? The Legendary 80s Hip-Hop Duo Was Rocked By Betrayal

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Angela Johnson

‘Real Time’: Bill Maher Praises “Gracious & Measured” Trump After White House Dinner: “Not As F—ed Up As I Thought”Although Bill Maher swears he “didn’t go MAGA” during his visit to the White House, he seems to have a new favorite dinner host. On Friday’s episode …
Remember Eric B. & Rakim? The Legendary 80s Hip-Hop Duo Was Rocked By Betrayal

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Angela Johnson

If you listened to hip-hop in the late 1980s and early 1990s, it was all about Eric B. & Rakim. The New York-based duo was known for their unique sound, which was the perfect blend of DJ Eric B.’s crisp cuts and unique sampling skills and Rakim’s smooth cadence and undeniable knack for wordplay. But a dispute that was part business and part personal would ultimately mean the end of the group as fans knew it – until they made a surprise appearance together to celebrate one of their greatest collabs.