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The Often Forgotten Assassination Of Dr. King’s Mother
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination in April 1968 by James Earl Ray is considered by many to be one of the most tragic events…
Catching Up With 2022 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalist Omar Salam
Right before we entered the month of May, the CFDA and Vogue announced the finalists for the 2022 Fashion Fund – a grant/mentorship program established…
Killer Mike Talks His Identity, New Show and Black Financial Literacy
Killer Mike is a lot things: musician, activist, and businessman among many others. Most importantly though, he’s Michael Render. A household name since the aughts…
Back To the Pynk: Essence Staffers Weigh In On Their Favorite P Valley Moments 
“Down in the valley where girls get naked…” We’ll be able to sing our favorite theme song again very soon as it was recently announced…
Watch Essence Festival of Culture 2022: ESSENCE Studios Center Stage™
Finding your tribe in the entertainment industry is not easy. In an intimate conversation hosted by ABC7 anchor Leslie Sykes, Black female leaders at The…
Kevin Hart And The Plastic Cup Boyz Tore Up The Stage During The Opening Night Of The ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2022
The opening night of the 2022 ESSENCE Festival of Culture was filled with lessons about life, love, and of course – lots of laughter. Kevin…
How Chefs From St. Martin Brought ‘The ‘Melting Pot Of The Caribbean’ To ESSENCE Fest
St.Martin natives Chef Kareem Brooks and Chef Kénila Hyman gave a culinary demonstration during the first-ever ESSENCE Eats Food And Wine Festival at the 2022 ESSENCE…
WATCH: Eddie Murphy, Keke Palmer And Pete Davidson Blend Action With Comedy In Prime Video’s ‘The Pickup’
The film’s stars discuss working with each other, learning from director Tim Story, and making sure the experience is as real as possible. The post…
WATCH: Bridal Bliss: Noni and DeChaun Went From Island Vows To An Atlanta Celebration
The couple, who met in middle school, dish on their love story, the proposal, and the three events they held to honor their commitment. The…
WATCH: Senator Angela Alsobrooks on Black Women’s Power in Politics “Our Presence Changes the Discussion”
The history-making first-term Senator talks legacy, purpose and building generational power in politics. The post WATCH: Senator Angela Alsobrooks on Black Women’s Power in Politics…