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Tirhakah Love is a writer from Houston Texas who began writing culture criticism at MTV News. His work on music, pop culture, and politics have been published in the New York Times, Rolling Stone, The San Francisco Chronicle and LA Times. He also hosts a forthcoming YouTube series and podcast called Free Cable.

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‘Forza Horizon 5’: The Perfect Game for the COVID Era

THE SWEET ESCAPE

The Mexico-set racing game is not only stunning but incredibly addictive. We spoke with creative director Mike White about how he and his team crafted it.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 28, 2021

Edi Gathegi: I Won’t Be Another Dead Black Guy in a Movie

RISING STAR

The journeyman actor of “StartUp” and “Twilight” opens up about his heroic neo-Western “The Harder They Fall” and escaping Hollywood typecasting.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 26, 2021
opinion

Is Will Smith Having a Meltdown—or Baring His Soul?

TELL-ALL

The Fresh Prince of the Overshare has exposed himself to the masses like never before. But it wouldn’t be wise to bet against him.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 25, 2021

Netflix’s ‘Cowboy Bebop’ Is a Flaming Pile of Space Trash

LOST IN TRANSLATION

The live-action remake of the beloved anime series, starring John Cho, doesn’t seem to understand what made the original so great.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 19, 2021
opinion

Mel Gibson Is Proof That ‘Cancel Culture’ Is Mostly Bullsh*t

GUESS WHO'S BACK... BACK AGAIN

The actor and director—who beat up his ex-girlfriend and has been caught spewing racist, antisemitic and sexist drivel—is now directing “Lethal Weapon 5.”

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 16, 2021

‘Insecure’s’ Honesty Is the Perfect Chaser to ‘Succession’

#NATHANHIVE

The fourth episode of the hit HBO series’ final season sees Issa and Nathan forge a much deeper connection. [Warning: Spoilers]

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 14, 2021
opinion

Shuri’s Anti-Vax Sideshow Is an Insult to Chadwick Boseman

THE SCIENTIST?

Wright’s Shuri took the lead when Boseman died from cancer, after shooting ‘Black Panther’ while deeply immunocompromised. Now, she’s jeopardizing the health of her cast and crew.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 12, 2021
opinion

Shailene Woodley’s Aaron Rodgers Defense Is Pure Clownery

THE FAULT IN OUR STARS

The actress has decided to defend her public health menace of a fiancé by attacking the media instead of addressing his wildly irresponsible behavior.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 11, 2021
opinion

What the Hell Is Alec Baldwin Thinking?!

NO THANKS

Worst idea ever.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 08, 2021
opinion

The NBA Isn’t Nearly as Progressive as It Thinks It Is

A new ESPN investigation into the Phoenix Suns’ toxic racist, sexist culture under owner Robert Sarver exposes the NBA’s racist rot.

Tirhakah Love | Published Nov 05, 2021