Flashback Fridays
Back in the day who was your favorite artist or actor?

Flashback Fridays

Who can forget that feel-good vibe you first heard when you heard the sweet sounds of Jackson 5, the hardcore rhymes of Roxanne Shaunte, the New Jack Swing of Guy or the first time you saw Foxy Brown nee Pam Grier and "Miami Vice"'s Phillip Michael Thomas or learned about the "Facts of Life" from Tootie nee Kim Fields? We can't.

Essence.com travels back to the future with our new weekly interview series, "Flashback Fridays" and pays homage to those cultural and musical icons who helped influence and shape our lives and pop culture.

Flashback Fridays 2008 Essence Music Festival

Festival Flashback
Never-before-seen photos from backstage at the 2008 ESSENCE Music Festival
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Flashback Fridays Alfonso Ribeiro

Alfonso Ribeiro
The "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" star dishes on Michael Jackson, Will Smith, and his new game show
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Flashback Fridays Marla Gibbs

Marla Gibbs
The TV legend on motherhood, and working with Sherman Hemsley
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Flashback Fridays Bern Nadette Stanis

Bern Nadette Stanis
The darling of "Good Times" reflects on the show's highs and lows. Plus, photos with her favorite celebs
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Flashback Fridays Karyn Parsons

Karyn Parsons
The actress talks about her life after Hilary Banks and being biracial. Plus, personal photos
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Flashback Fridays KRS-One

KRS-ONE
The legendary rapper crusades against violence in America. Plus, personal photos
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Flashback Fridays Mint Condition

Mint Condition
The R&B band discuss their new sound and staying alive in the industry
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Flashback Fridays Siedah Garrett

Siedah Garrett
The award-winning singer and songwriter tells her favorite Michael Jackson and Oprah memories. Plus, personal photos
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Flashback Fridays Regina Belle

Regina Belle
The songbird tells her testimony of industry catfights and moving to gospel. Plus, personal photos
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Flashback Fridays Keith Sweat

Keith Sweat
The crooner tells why he'll always be a beggar and shares his lessons on love
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Tell us other stars you've been missing and we'll do our best to track them down. Share your thoughts below.




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-5 latest comments

Where is that fine black man;BILLY DEE WILLIAMS?

What is he doing now????

-shortcakes67

I would love to know how Demond Wilson is, what he has been up to, etc.

-RCL

I'm a huge fan of Christopher Williams, where is he and what is he up to? Is he going to release a CD in the near future? Any information is appreciated.

-KW

I miss Anita Baker. I really would like to know what she has been up to. She is one of my all time favorite artists, as well as several of my girlfriends. Please include Anita as one of the Flashback Friday artist. I know many of your readers will bevery happy if you do so.

-WDJ

I miss Minnie Ripperton,whose single greatest hit`Lovin' You,is and will always be a hit,even at her passing at an early age of breast cancer.A write-up on her would be nice.And also,Michael Jackson is an awesome entertainer and performer with his crowd pleasing charisma and dance moves.He is and will forever be the greastest entertainer in the world.I`d like to see an extensive portfolio on him,his accomplishments and his ever increasing views on world hunger.

-KITA