Clarence O. Smith, Visionary Co-Founder of ESSENCE Magazine, Dies At 92

Clarence O. Smith, Visionary Co-Founder of ESSENCE Magazine, Dies At 92

Essence Magazine:

(Photo by L. Busacca/WireImage for J Records) By Shelby Stewart ·Updated April 28, 2025

Clarence O. Smith, one of the four pioneering founders who launched ESSENCE Magazine in May 1970, passed away on Monday, April 21, at the age of 92. A passionate strategist, a masterful communicator,

Shelby Stewart
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