For nearly 30 years, the ESSENCE FESTIVAL OF CULTURE'S forever home has been NOLA. A new report conducted by Dillard University highlights the event's deep economic and cultural impact on the city.

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At 11 a.m. on a Wednesday, I’m on the phone with Tia Mowry, listening to her sing the lyrics to Mariah ­Carey’s “Butterfly.” ...

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Michael paused to consider Coogler’s words, but was quick to turn the spotlight back to the director. For him, the groundwork for his approach to acting was established early.

While the dreamy actor has been the imaginary husband of many Black women since he got his big break in the early '90s, his heart has always been with Pam.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 13: Marjorie Elaine Harvey attends Anastasia Beverly Hills Mother’s Day Celebration on May 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.

The new title is befitting of the 20-year old champion. On top of being a Grand Slam champion in both singles and doubles, she made history at the 2023 US Open becoming the youngest American to ...

Tika Sumpter is stepping into her author era, releasing her first children’s book, and if that sounds surprising, you haven’t been paying attention.. The 44-year-old mama has been dominating ...

From micro-brows to dark eyeshadow, see how the supermodel’s beauty looks have evolved over the years as she celebrates her 69th birthday.

It wasn’t until the 2022 Grammys, when Jon Batiste took home five awards, including Album of the Year, that I’d even heard his name.I was late. But it was clear he was someone I needed to pay ...

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