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NOLAZINE INTERVIEWS
50 Cent Makes History as First Black TV Producer to Achieve Over 200 Million Views Across Five Hit Shows
Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson has once again proven his prowess, not only in music but also in the world of television, by making history as...
Microsoft Saved Apple From Bankruptcy With A $150 Million Investment For 7%, Now Worth $242 Billion
In 1997, Apple found itself on the edge of bankruptcy, struggling to survive as competitors like Microsoft dominated the tech world....
How Shaquille O’Neal Built Financial Success Beyond Basketball
Shaquille O’Neal is not only a basketball legend; he’s also a savvy entrepreneur with a portfolio that rivals some of the most seasoned...
From Trials to Triumph: Brooke’s Journey of Resilience, Success, and Generational Healing
Early Life and Family Background Brooke’s story begins in the small town of Violet, Louisiana, just outside New Orleans. Raised by her...
Bubbles, Michael Jackson’s Famous Chimp, Is Still Alive and Thriving at 41 Living In Florida
Bubbles, the chimpanzee who became a global sensation as Michael Jackson's beloved pet, is still alive and well at 41 years old, living...
Bill Gates Told His Harvard Professor That He Would Be A Millionaire By 30. At 31 He Became A Billionaire
At Harvard, a young Bill Gates made a bold proclamation to his professor: he would be a millionaire by 30. Little did he know, his...
Fat Joe refused to give up his son for Adoption. When his son mother walked away after she learn he was Autistic
Legendary New York rapper Fat Joe , born Joseph Cartagena , has long been known for his powerful music and larger-than-life persona....
The Real-Life Corrupt Cop Who Inspired Denzel Washington’s Character in Training Day
In the 1990s, Rafael Pérez became infamous as one of the dirtiest cops in the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), his actions...
Benaisha Poole-Wastson: The Founder of The Very 1st Afro-Latino Owned FDIC Bank
Benaisha Poole-Watson's journey from the Crenshaw District of South Central LA to becoming one of the top realtors in America is a true...
Aliko Dangote: The Richest Black Man In The World With A Networth of 13.4 Billion
Aliko Dangote, born on April 10, 1957, in Kano, Nigeria, is a name synonymous with industrial might and entrepreneurial brilliance. As...
How Ashley Lamothe Became One of Chick-fil-A’s Youngest Franchise Owners: From Drive-Thru to Dream Fulfilled
Imagine starting a job at Chick-fil-A at just 15 and turning that experience into owning your very own Chick-fil-A restaurant by the age...
The Unstoppable Force Who Transformed Music and Film by 25: Rap Icon Tupac Shakur
Tupac Shakur, known to the world as 2Pac or Makaveli, is often regarded as one of the most prolific and influential figures in music...
Karl Kani: The Godfather of Hip-Hop Fashion
Karl Kani, born Carl Williams on May 23, 1968, in Limon, Costa Rica, has become an iconic figure in the world of fashion, particularly...
The Rise of FUBU: From a Queens Basement to a Global Fashion Icon
FUBU, an acronym for "For Us, By Us," is more than just a brand—it’s a cultural movement that began in the streets of Queens, New York....
Ray Daniels: Power Broker, Music Executive, and Creative Visionary
Ray Daniels has become one of the most accomplished and influential figures in the music industry, with a career spanning over 17 years....
Suzanne Shank: The Woman Behind Detroit's $2-Trillion Powerhouse
Suzanne Shank is a name few Detroiters might recognize, yet she is a titan in the financial world, overseeing an empire that has managed...
Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka'oir: A Love Story of Loyalty, Business Savvy, and Family Growth
In 2014, before heading to jail, rapper Gucci Mane entrusted his girlfriend Keyshia Ka'oir with all the money he had left—a substantial...
One Womb, Three Nurses: Stephenson Triplets Graduate from Nursing School Together
Graduating from a nursing program is a monumental achievement. For the Stephenson sisters—Jean, Jeanet, and Jeanice—this milestone is...
A Rising Talent from New Orleans East: Discovering BM$ Jayy
BM$ Jayy, a New Orleans East rapper, began his musical journey at the age of 19, releasing his debut project in the pandemic year of...
DJ Irv and MC T. Tucker: The Birth of Bounce: How New Orleans, Louisiana Crafted a New Sound
The distinctive sound of New Orleans bounce music emerged in 1991 on a modest stage at Ghost Town, a club in the 17th Ward. That year, MC...
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