Shelby Stewart
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12 Museums That Amplify Black Culture And History
Honoring our undeniable brilliance, cultural contributions and outstanding fortitude is something ESSENCE has consistently done for more than 50 decades; not merely one (short) month...
What’s Missing From The ‘Mob Wife Aesthetic’ Conversation
Put on a fur coat, some gold jewelry and red lipstick, and you might hear someone jokingly call you a mob wife. The mob wife...
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Has Been Accused Of Sexual Harassment In New Lawsuit
Following a chain of lawsuits filed against Sean “Diddy” Combs following the expiration of the Adult Survivors Act in November 2023, one more claim can...
Here’s The Lineup of Presenters Unveiled for the 96th Oscars
On Monday, the Oscars announced their first slate of presenters for the 96th edition of the coveted award show. Showrunners Raj Kapoor and executive producers...
Beyoncé Is The First Black Woman To Top Hot 100 Chart With A Country Song
Last week, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter’s “Texas Hold ‘Em,” topped the country music charts, securing the number one spot. The news marked a milestone for the Renaissance...
Why Are So Many Black Shows Getting Canceled?
She’s Gotta Have It. Raising Dion. Survivor’s Remorse. Girlfriends. These shows are but a glimpse into the Black shows we’ve seen get the boot over...
Here Are The Presenters For The 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
As the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards is on the horizon, the presenters for this year’s show have been announced. Dubbed the only awards...
Exclusive: ‘Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard’ Returns
Martha’s Vineyard, with its picturesque landscapes and sun-drenched vineyards, becomes the stage for a summer full of secrets, drama, and unexpected twists for a group...
Exclusive: ‘Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard’ Returns
Martha’s Vineyard, with its picturesque landscapes and sun-drenched vineyards, becomes the stage for a summer full of secrets, drama, and unexpected twists for a group...
Future Nostalgia
This issue’s release date marks my two-year anniversary with ESSENCE. When I began, I was confident that this moment—the next chapter in ESSENCE’s legacy—would happen...