Issa Rae is ready for her next act. The actress-filmaker spoke to PEOPLE at the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Awards on Sunday, Feb. 15, opening up about her work-life balance and exciting new projects.

Issa Rae has come a long way from the days of her YouTube series “Awkward Black Girl,” but without the guts to upload and $25, she may not have ever realized her dream.

Issa Rae is "just getting started in so many ways" with her production company Hoorae, fresh off the success of its film "One of Them Days." Speaking Thursday during a panel at the Variety Entertainment Marketing Summit presented by Deloitte, Rae teased ...

Issa Rae is one of the most influential creators of this generation. She made her mark on different platforms, from YouTube to HBO, by telling stories that reflect the real and often hilarious lives of Black women. However, she’s not just a writer or ...

Issa Rae is reflecting on the personal trait that has shaped both her successes and struggles. In her new essay collection, I Should Be Smarter Now, the Barbie star, 40, revealed that she went through a tough time while trying to work her way up in ...

That focus has helped Rae go from producing an indie web series with nothing but Kickstarter donations to starring in and producing hit shows and films. In addition to her role in Mattel’s billion-dollar tent pole, Rae has gotten busy behind the camera ...

Google has announced Issa Rae as the new cameo voice of Google Assistant, following in the footsteps of John Legend. The new feature is available on any device with Google Assistant, including Google Home speakers, Smart Displays and on mobile for both ...

Issa Rae has long been a champion of stories that are as vibrant, complex, and unapologetically bold as her own career. Her reading list reflects a deep appreciation for diverse voices that challenge the status quo and explore the messy intricacies of the ...