‘The View’ Takes on ‘Watershed Moment’ in History and America’s ‘Responsibility’ to Confront Racism (Video)

Bob Verini In more than 20 years of acting, Dublin-born Andrew Scott has amassed a resume whose depth and breadth are surely the envy of his peers.Acclaimed TV roles range from the drolly comic, Golden Globe-nominated “Hot Priest” of BBC Three’s “Fleabag,” to the psychopathic Jim Moriarty in BBC’s “Sherlock.” Scott received a BIFA Supporting Actor award as a taciturn bibliophile in the feature film “Pride,” and an Olivier Award nomination for the most un-taciturn Prince of Denmark in a West End

doctored version of footage that originally aired on CNN showing a black toddler and a white toddler giving each other a hug.

(CNN)Gabrielle Union helped kick off some conversations about race in Hollywood and now she's got even more to say.The actress appeared this week on "The Daily Show with Trevor Noah" and talked about what's currently happening with race relations in the United States, as well as the investigation that followed her exit from NBC's "America's Got Talent." "Silly me, I thought 'independent' was like independent," said Union, who said she has participated in the investigation.

Tom Tapp Deputy Managing EditorThe Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed on Thursday that the region has surpassed the grim milestone of 3,000 confirmed deaths from coronavirus. Just days before, California as a whole surpassed 5,000 deaths.The revelation came on the same day that Governor Gavin Newsom announced that masks would be required in all public spaces — with a few exceptions.L.A.

Mobo boss Kanya King has said that recent weeks have marked a “watershed moment” in the fight for racial equality.

Tom Tapp Deputy Managing EditorThe number of coronavirus cases in Los Angeles County crossed the 75,000 mark on Tuesday.The county Department of Public Health reported another 1,337 cases of the virus, while Long Beach confirmed 78 more and Pasadena added 10. The new cases gave the county a total of 75,172.Meanwhile, another 33 deaths were reported by the county.

Stanley Tucci, Aaron Paul and Kristen Bell have appeared in a video in which they pledge to take responsibility for their role in “eradicating racism” in America.

, which depicted the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in its remixed universe that blended real-life events with alternative versions of history, was one of 10 scripted TV series to earn a Peabody Award for Entertainment in 2019.

Tom Grater International Film ReporterHong Kong’s two major theme parks, Disneyland and Ocean Park, are set to re-open as part of the local government’s plans to reboot the region’s economy.The South China Morning Post is reporting that Ocean Park will open to visitors from Saturday (June 13), with the Disneyland resort on Lantau Island set to follow soon on an unspecified date.

As protests continue around the globe in response to the murder of George Floyd at the hands of four Minneapolis police officers, some popular Sesame Street characters joined CNN’s Van Jones and Erica Hill and a group of experts to address the problem of racism and discuss how to fight against it.

Billionaire Tom Gores' investment vehicle has taken an ownership stake in Paradigm Talent Agency, led by his brother, chairman and founder Sam Gores. The agency has also retained former Warner Bros.

Claudia Eller, the editor-in-chief at Variety, is leaving her position following complaints made against her during a company town hall meeting on Thursday, TheWrap has learned.

Sam Gores’ brother Tom Gores and his investment company Crescent Drive Media has taken an ownership stake in Paradigm, the agency’s CEO Sam Gores announced in a letter to employees Thursday, obtained by TheWrap.

Many celebrities and organizations are continuing to use their platforms to honor George Floyd as everyone continues to use their voices to make sure that he gets the justice that he deserves.

Jay-Z has taken out a full page ad dedicated to memory that—per —will be featured in newspapers across the country including the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Chicago Tribune and the Philadelphia Enquirer.

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Meghan Markle has always been a vocal supporter of equality. From backing for female rights to working for the underprivileged, Meghan has supported the right causes. Amid the Black Lives Matter protests, an old video of Meghan Markle speaking out against racism has now resurfaced and is widely being shared on the web. In the video, the Duchess of Sussex can be seen wearing a 'I Won't Stand For Racism' tee as she recalls some unpleasant moments she has experienced as a woman of colour. 

Jay-Z and Roc Nation are honoring the memory of George Floyd.