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Melonie Diaz cast as lesbian sister in ‘Charmed’ reboot
the actress will play a witch whose magical power is time-freezing

Melonie Diaz (Photo courtesy of Instagram)
Melonie Diaz has been cast as the first magical sister in the “Charmed” CW reboot, according to Deadline.
Diaz, 33, will portray Mel, the middle sister and a witch whose power is time-freezing. Mel experiences a tragic accident that leaves her “angry” and “even violent” causing rifts with everyone around her. She is also a lesbian who is dating female Detective Soo Jin.
The “Charmed” reboot will also follow Mel’s two other sisters. Madison is Mel’s younger sister who is invested in pledging a sorority and “horrified” to learn about her power to hear people’s thoughts.
Macy, whose power is telekinesis, believes she is the oldest sister to Madison and Macy. She and her inspiring filmmaker boyfriend Galvin (Ser’Darius Blain) move to the college town where she begins to work at the university lab.
Diaz has appeared in “Fruitvale Station,” “A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints” and “The Belko Experiment,” among others.
The DC Black Pride Opening Reception was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Friday, May 22. Grammy Award-winning artist Durand Bernarr was the headline performer. Comedian Anthony Oakes was the host. Speakers included Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson and Center For Black Equity President Kenya Hutton, as well as speakers from health organizations and sponsors. The event featured performances from Billy the Goat, Jay Columbus, Akeem Woods, Rue Pratt, Be Steadwell and Bennu Byrd.
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PHOTOS: Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball
Back-to-back events held on first night of D.C. Black Pride
The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. Following the pageant, Black Pride events continued with the 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball.
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PHOTOS: Helen Hayes Awards
D.C.-area productions honored at Theatre Washington’s annual ceremony
Theatre Washington’s 42nd Helen Hayes Awards were held at The Anthem on Monday, May 18.
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