Cortney Wills examines the effect Hollywood has on Black children and how stories about Black families are represented onscreen with guests Debra Martin Chase, Denene Millner, and Lexi Underwood.

Crucial Content: Why Representation Matters for Black Kids

Acting up is smart, relevant and dedicated to supporting Black Excellence in Hollywood. Hosted by Cortney Wills, TheGrio’s Entertainment Director and pop culture junkie, covering music, TV and film since 2005, she guides us through one-on-one conversations with icons, celebrities, actors, producers, directors, and all the Black people who keep this industry thriving.

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