ROBIN THEDE

Looking for something a bit lighter to binge during these uncertain times? Here are a few recommendations, including "Girls5Eva" and "A Black Lady Sketch Show."

An all-new season of HBO’s A Black Lady Sketch Show is now available for streaming. Watch the season 3 premiere today when you register for HBO Max. Created by and starring Robin Thede, A Black Lady Sketch Show is a hilarious half-hour series depicting a slew of awkward situations, outlandish scenarios, and compelling characters. The successful actor, comedian, and writer features herself, Quinta Brunson, Ashley Nicole Black, and Gabrielle Dennis as the show’s core cast of comedy players. Where to watch:You can stream A Black Lady Sketch Show season 3 with an HBO Max subscription.

Robin Thede, the star and creator of HBO's "A Black Lady Sketch Show," is using her clout to create opportunities for Black women in Hollywood.

Television shows that reflect the nation’s increasing racial and ethnic diversity are finding favor with industry gatekeepers and viewers.

Stars such as Kathryn Hahn, Robin Thede and Bridgerton” creator and showrunner Chris Van Dusen expressed joy after being nominated for the upcoming 73rd Emmy Awards.

(AP Photo/W.A.Harewood, File)LOS ANGELES – Cicely Tyson was a Black actor who knocked down doors so other women of color could walk through them. Tyson strategically selected powerful roles with an intent to elevate how Black actors were perceived. Tyson desired to get away from the negative portrayals of Black women with the hopes of highlighting them with powerful prestige. “Tyson showed the world that the Black woman is more than a moment. He went on to say that Tyson “became a vessel through which all the dignity of who she was as a Black person, a Black woman, could flow.”Tyson’s fame transcended all media.

FILE - Cicely Tyson arrives at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 20, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles, File)LOS ANGELES – Reaction to the death of Tony and Emmy-winning actor Cicely Tyson at 96. Thank you Cicely Tyson. Cicely Tyson just published her memoir this week!! "I’m sad to hear the news that we lost our dear Cicely Tyson, the sweetest person I’ve ever met.