Tina Mabry, Julie Dash, Kasi Lemmons And Gina Prince-Bythewood have signed on to direct the upcoming ABC civil rights anthology Women of the Movement, according to Deadline.   The producing team […] The post Tina Mabry, Julie Dash, Kasi Lemmons And Gina Prince-Bythewood To Direct ABC Limited Series ‘Women Of The Movement’ appeared first on Essence.

Black lawmakers made their voices heard as the House of Representatives impeached President Donald Trump on Wednesday, January 13 for a second time. Members of the Congressional Black Caucus—among them, […] The post Black Lawmakers Have Their Say During 2nd Trump Impeachment appeared first on Essence.

Our January/February 2021 issue is a collaborative effort between global pop star and entrepreneur Rihanna and celebrated artist Lorna Simpson. Simpson has been heralded for her work in the arts, […] The post 5 Things You Need To Know About Artist Lorna Simpson appeared first on Essence.

Mariah Carey recently sat down with Questlove (real name Ahmir Khalib Thompson) for a new episode of his podcast Questlove Supreme during which she detailed some of her struggles growing […] The post Mariah Carey Recalls How Important It Was To Be Seen As A Black Woman On The 2005 Cover Of ESSENCE appeared first on Essence.