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  1. Searching for a little creative inspo? Then let’s Spring Into Inspiration with 9-time nominee, , who offers some sage wisdom on being yourself when starting your career. What advice would you give to someone just starting in your field?

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  2. When Rashida Jones took over as president of last month, she made history as the first Black woman to lead a cable news network. Her achievement is evidence of the talented Black women throughout the industry who are influencing the future of TV.

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  3. What happens when , , , & all get in a virtual room to talk comedy and TV? Hilarious and insightful moments like this one. If you missed “Breaking Barriers in Comedy: A Celebration of Black Television,” watch here:

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  4. Mark your calendar! The 73rd Awards will air LIVE on Sunday, Sept. 19 at 8pm ET/5pm PT on , and will be available to stream live and on demand on ! For more info, visit .

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  5. When ’s late night series first premiered in 2016, she became one of only a handful of women in late night TV history. Since then, has left its mark by candidly highlighting issues like women’s health that many male-led shows don’t.

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  6. We’d like to extend our congratulations to these winners who just won last night, along with a special congrats to honorees and !

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  7. Go Under the Cover with star, ! She spoke with about creating the fourth season of the series—and talked about family life with her kids and husband, .

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  8. According to , the -winning doc, , saw a viewership surge of 4,665% last year amidst the dialogue around Black lives in the U.S. At the 2017 Creative Arts , called on those with power in the industry to stand up for progress.

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  9. Which television character do your friends say is just like you?

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  10. to 1997, when won the for Variety, Music or Comedy Special for his stand-up special, Chris Rock: Bring the Pain. Can you name the other category he won that night?

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  11. If you missed "Breaking Barriers in Comedy: A Celebration of Black Television"—or you'd just like to rewatch your favorite moments—don't worry. You can rewatch the virtual event right here:

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  12. And on that note, our virtual panel has come to a close! A huge thank you to for your thoughtful moderation—and to panelists , , and for your insights. We're grateful to each one of you for your time and continued impact!

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  13. Our panelists name some of the people who helped them get where they are. From parents to comedy mentors and inspirations, it's really special to hear , , & shouting out the people who invested in them.

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  14. As the creator of a series based on his own life, offers some advice for aspiring Black creators looking to capitalize on this moment in the television landscape: Write it. As he puts it, "What's the show you want to be in?"

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  15. "At least give it a shot." describes the expectation—and opportunity—that Black comedians have to bring serious issues to their audiences, while still bringing the laughs.

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  16. All three panelists get some appreciation from , who credits them for paying it forward and holding the door open. They discuss the many ways, from performances to simply navigating the industry, that having a mentor can help.

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  17. Black creators should be able to tell their stories, says . She explains how opportunities to tell stories that center Black narratives—without necessarily catering to white audiences—have evolved over time.

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  18. We're joined by our talented panelists—, , & —along with our moderator for the discussion, ! Let's jump right into the highlights.

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  19. Starting now: "Breaking Barriers in Comedy: A Celebration of Black Television," a lively conversation about the impact and evolution of Black sitcoms from some of the format's most daring and innovative creators. Follow along as we tweet some of the highlights.

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  20. Though the -winning fantasy series had long been popular, the final season of took things to the next level—with the series finale setting 's all-time ratings record. Which GoT character were you saddest to say farewell to?

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