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Maurice Cassidy
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Entertainment Writer, The Shade Room
Los Angeles, London
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I no longer cover technology/cybersecurity from Toronto
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By Maurice Cassidy| The Shade Room Verified Gayle King is defending her spot on that all-female Blue Origin space mission, and she’s not taking the online shade lightly! The 70-year-old news anchor linked up with Katy Perry, Lauren Sanchez, activist Amanda Nguyen, rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, and Kerianne Flynn for a minutes-long trip to the stars. But instead of applause by all, the crew got DRAGGED by some for allegedly being out of touch.
By Maurice Cassidy| The Shade Room Verified Boston Richey is back in hot water, and this time the feds are not playing! The rapper was reportedly arrested in Florida, a decision ordered by Judge Martin A. Fitzpatrick on Monday, April 14, for violating his bond in a federal drug conspiracy case. To top it off, however, his pregnant ex-girlfriend Tatiana Chanell recently filed a police report, accusing him of putting his hands on her. That report has social media questioning whether her abuse allegations may have played a part in his arrest.
Issa Link-Up! Social Media Reacts After Justin Bieber Turns Up At Sexyy Red’s 27th Birthday Party (VIDEO)
By Maurice Cassidy| The Shade Room Verified Justin Bieber was out here turning all the way up at Sexyy Red’s 27th birthday party this week! In a video clip going around on social media, the pop star was caught getting DOWN to Rod49’s hit song ‘Mama’ in the club. But Justin didn’t just bring the moves, he brought the energy, from his outfit to snapping photos, including with Sukihana! The link-up has since left a lot of people talking, as they reacted to the Biebs casually chilling with Sexyy and her crew.
Company Info
The Shade Room
The Shade Room (TSR) is an independent media company based in Los Angeles, founded in March 2014 by Angelica Nwandu. Initially focused on Instagram, TSR has evolved into a multimedia platform that covers celebrity news, pop culture, politics, and breaking stories, particularly for the African American community. The company employs 35 full-time staff and operates across various social media platforms, including Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Twitter (X), YouTube, and its own website. TSR provides hourly updates on trending topics, exclusive interviews, and investigative journalism, blending professional reporting with audience contributions. The platform encourages community engagement through interactive forums and user-submitted tips. With a significant reach, TSR's Instagram account alone attracts 32 million users weekly and generates 1.5 billion impressions monthly. The company monetizes its content through partnerships, sponsored content, and advertising, leveraging its extensive social media presence.
Los Angeles, California, United States
Founded: 2014