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Nia Long Has Another Reunion Coming: Confirmed for "Are We There Yet" Franchise

  The actress is reuniting with Ice Cube for the third installment of the Are We There Yet? franchise. Nia Long is going back to a role she first played more than 20 years ago. The actress will reprise her role as Suzanne Kingston in Are They Gone Yet? , the third film in the Are We There Yet? franchise, reuniting with Ice Cube, who will return as Nick Persons. The film is currently in development at Skydance Sports. Long and Ice Cube first appeared together in the 2005 comedy Are We There Yet? , which followed Nick as he tried to win over Suzanne while taking her two children, Lindsey and Kevin, on a cross-country road trip. The pair returned for Are We Done Yet? in 2007, with Nick and Suzanne now married and building a home together. Nearly 20 years later, Suzanne and Nick are entering another chapter. This time, they have grandchildren. Chris Hazzard and Mike Fontana are writing the new film. A director and release date have not yet been announced. For Long, the reunion come...
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Regina King Named Festival Ambassador for ABFF’s 30th Anniversary

 

The 30th American Black Film Festival returns to Miami Beach, May 27–31, 2026, under the celebratory theme The Homecoming. Marking three decades of championing Black storytelling and creative vision, the festival has named Regina King as its Festival Ambassador.Regina King’s career speaks for itself. 

An Academy Award winner for If Beale Street Could Talk and a multiple Emmy winner for her work in television, King has spent decades shaping the landscape of Black film and TV. From early roles that helped define a generation to commanding performances in projects like Watchmen, American Crime, and Seven Seconds, her work consistently centers depth, care, and truth.

Beyond acting, King’s impact behind the camera has been just as powerful. Her directorial debut One Night in Miami earned critical acclaim and multiple awards, solidifying her voice as a filmmaker committed to nuance, intention, and Black interiority. She has continued to expand that legacy by creating space for stories that might otherwise be overlooked, both as a director and a producer.

As Festival Ambassador, King represents more than prestige. She represents longevity, excellence, and responsibility. Her presence reflects ABFF’s mission to uplift bold voices while honoring those who have paved the way. At a moment when the festival is celebrating three decades of influence, King stands as a living example of what sustained artistry and integrity look like.

This anniversary also offers a moment to truly love on Regina King. To acknowledge not just her awards and accolades, but the care she brings to every role, every project, and every story she touches. She is an inspired choice and a powerful representative for a festival rooted in Black creativity, community, and vision.

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