KiKi Shepard was known for "Baywatch," "A Different World," and "Showtime at the Apollo," which filmed at Harlem's famous Apollo Theater.
"Amateur Night at The Apollo" returns live and in person, and vocalists, rappers, dancers, comedians, musicians, and more will compete for a chance to win a grand prize of $20,000.
150 of the top jump roping teams from around the world took part in the 30th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic on Sunday.
The Harlem concert hall is celebrating it's reopening with a star-studded lineup that will include Nona Hendryx, Bishop Hezekiah Walker and the cast of the Broadway show "Ain't Too Proud to Beg."
At least eight organizations in the Tri-State are receiving money from the donation, including Hostos Community College, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Apollo Theatre, El Museo del Barrio, Ballet Hispánico, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, The Studio Museum in Harlem, and Dance Theatre of Harlem.
The legendary Apollo Theater is honoring the superstar for her cultural significance, international success and longevity in the entertainment business.