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The article discusses African American cornerback Malcolm Butler of the New England Patriots who was selected as the journal's breakout player of the year for 2015, and it mentions how Butler helped secure the Patriots' victory in the National Football League's (NFL's) Super Bowl XLIX championship game by intercepting a pass thrown by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson. Parades in honor of Butler are examined, along with his celebrity status following the Super Bowl XLIX game.

The article offers a brief profile of several African celebrities along with their achievements. Topics discussed include Dikembe Mutombo who is retired National Basketball Association (NBA) Basket baller; and won the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) scholarship; Liya Kebede, Fashion Model/Designer, who has represented brans like Louis Vuitton; and musician Akon who increased awareness regarding underprivileged youth.

The article focuses on singer and actress Whitney Houston, who passed away on February 11, 2012. Details of Houston's death in the Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles, California are presented, along with reactions to her death from her mother Cissy Houston, record industry executive Clive Davis, and her daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown. The singer's career, problems with drug addiction, and erratic behavior before her death are also discussed.

An interview is provided with Eddie Murphy, a musician, actor and comedian who appears in the motion picture "Tower Heist." Murphy discusses his career in the entertainment business, looking at working as an African-American actor, his roles in motion pictures including "The Nutty Professor," "Vampire in Brooklyn," and "Dr. Dolittle," and hip-hop music. He also looks at doing stand-up comedy, the television program "Saturday Night Live," and his music performance in the film "Dreamgirls." Other topics include movie sequels, his childhood, and the musician Michael Jackson.

The article presents an overview of singer Michael Jackson's Neverland ranch in California's Santa Ynez Valley. A discussion of the history of the 2,700 acre property, which was developed in 1982 by real estate developer William Bone and contains a 13,000 square foot main house that was designed by architect Robert Altevers, is presented. INSET: The King and the King.

The article features African-American gay media personality Kalen Allen. It discusses the popularity of his online videos and the role of his work with lesbian talk show host Ellen DeGeneres on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" in the fame he has attained. It describes his experiences with bullying, his other projects, including a lead role in Seth Rogen's film "An American Pickle" and the lessons he learned from DeGeneres who he describes as a mentor.

The article offers information about the donations of African-American celebrities for the campaign of U.S. President Barack Obama for the 2012 presidential election. Topics include the financial support of celebrity couple Michael and Mattie Lawson, the views of the Black Caucus about the performance of Obama, and the support of actors such as Samuel L. Jackson for Obama.

The article discusses the business ventures of Curtis Jackson (50 Cent), which include a stake in the beverage company Glacéau. An overview of other business areas where 50 Cent is involved, including branded clothing, videogames and a record label, is provided. A Photograph of 50 Cent's business executives is also included.

The article presents a discussion of the legacy of entertainer Michael Jackson, on the occasion of the first anniversary of his death. It is said that his popularity had grown considerably following his demise. His achievements as a singer and dancer are described, and sales information is proved for several products. Various controversies surrounding Jackson are also noted, such as his allegedly unwholesome interest in children, and his intemperate enthusiasm for plastic surgery.

The author reflects on the $400,000 gambling debt of Charles Barkley, former National Basketball Association (NBA) player and basketball television analyst. Particular attention is given to how Barkley's public image has not been tarnished. The author believes that his approval rating is the result of his talent for being witty and displaying refreshing candor.

The author discusses the lack of recognition of African Americans in the annual Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, which demonstrates the lack of diversity in the U.S. motion picture industry and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which remains dominated by white and men. He highlights the need to challenge the American motion picture industry in which studios held the same values and legacy of self-entitled exclusion and white male privilege, to change the Oscars.

The article features André Leon Talley, editor of the Russian fashion magazine "Numéro Russia." Topics discussed include his former role as editor of "Vogue" magazine, his curation of various fashion shows, and his passion for gloves. Also described are changes in his personal fashion style, his childhood in Durham, North Carolina during the 1950s and 1960s, and his entry into fashion publishing.

The article presents a profile of actor Tyler James Williams, in which he discusses his love of music, his relationship with his brother Tyrel, and his role on the children's television show "Sesame Street."

The article reports on the announcement of the return of the scripted police drama "Lincoln Heights" by the Walt Disney Co. during the Television Critics Association (TCA) Press Tour. It states that the series is the only scripted show which features African-American cast. According to Lincoln Heights executive producer Kathleen McGhee-Anderson, to reach growing multicultural television audience, younger and more visionary network executives with progressive view towards it are needed.

An interview with actress Willow Smith, the daughter of actor Will Smith, is presented. When asked about the fact that her first movie, "Kit Kittredge: An American Girl," opens on the same day as her father's film "Hancock," Smith indicated there was friendly competition between the two. Smith also said that her father has offered her acting advice.

The author of the editorial reflects on the effects of fame, and how the cause of ex-professional football player O. J. Simpson's fame is unimportant. The author points out that the same amount of fame Simpson possessed that freed him from imprisonment in his 1995 murder case will prevent him from being indicted for the 2007 armed robbery charges brought against him.

The article informs that Oscar awards are immune to scandal and ratings as African American celebrities and activists plan to boycott the 88th Academy Awards ceremony on February 28, 2016. It cites the case of the 2015 Oscar awards where advertisers were paid for 30-second television advertisements and drew fewer viewers and lower household rating. Also reported is the response of the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and media buyers to the controversy.