Loren LoRosa gets into a powerful conversation sparked by Angela Bassett reflecting on her decades-long career, the roles she intentionally chose, and what it meant to navigate Hollywood when opportunities for Black actresses were few and far between. From being advised not to play Katherine Jackson to struggling to find work after What’s Love Got to Do with It, Loren breaks down the lessons she took from Angela’s journey.

Loren also connects Angela’s perspective to Issa Rae’s recent comments about power in Hollywood, the changing landscape for Black creators, and what it means to create your own opportunities when traditional doors don’t open. Plus, Angela reveals how James Earl Jones inspired her to become an actress—and Loren reflects on the kind of impact and longevity she hopes to build with her own platform.}

Loren LoRosa gets into a powerful conversation sparked by Angela Bassett reflecting on her decades-long career, the roles she intentionally chose, and what it meant to navigate Hollywood when opportunities for Black actresses were few and far between. From being advised not to play Katherine Jackson to struggling to find work after What&rsquo;s Love Got to Do with It, Loren breaks down the lessons she took from Angela&rsquo;s journey.
Loren also connects Angela&rsquo;s perspective to Issa Rae&rsquo;s recent comments about power in Hollywood, the changing landscape for Black creators, and what it means to create your own opportunities when traditional doors don&rsquo;t open. Plus, Angela reveals how James Earl Jones inspired her to become an actress&mdash;and Loren reflects on the kind of impact and longevity she hopes to build with her own platform.}

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In today&rsquo;s media everyone&rsquo;s posting, everyone&rsquo;s sharing, but who&rsquo;s really vetting news while moving culture forward in a engaging and impactful way? &ldquo;The Latest with Loren LoRosa&rdquo; a daily trending topic break down features exclusive celebrity news, breaking news and convos about the newest pop culture show &amp; destination for the culture.

The Latest with Loren LoRosa

The Angela Bassett Blueprint

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