2019 Essence Festival: Aldis Hodge On Finding Brotherhood in 'Brian Banks'
Tina Knowles-Lawson, Kelly Rowland and Solange Join ESSENCE In Honoring The Hometown Heroes of Baton Rouge’s Historic Floods
Tina Knowles Lawson Reveals Why She and Richard Lawson Almost Never Married
Tina Knowles Lawson opens up about her marriage to Richard Lawson and what happened to almost make them call it quits before they tied the knot.
Congrats! Marsha Ambrosius Is Pregnant
The singer showed off her baby bump during a tribute to Prince at the ESSENCE Festival.
Tina Knowles Lawson Honored with the Inspiring Leadership Award At ESSENCE Festival
Solange and Kelly Rowland present Mama Tina with the award during the Empowerment Experience at the 2016 ESSENCE Festival
Terry McMillan on the Incredible Role Her Girlfriends Play in Her Life
“There's a certain kind of sisterhood that we have as Black women," said McMillian during her keynote at the 2016 ESSENCE Festival.
#BlackLivesMatter: We Asked, You Answered
ESSENCE Festival attendees had more on their minds than just taking in the concerts and enjoying the festivities. The #BlackLivesMatter movement was at the forefront of many attendees' thoughts and they had no trouble sharing with us the reasons why Black lives matter to them and how to keep the conversation going.
Margaret B. Smith: Collecting A Treasure Trove of Empowerment and History with ESSENCE
“ESSENCE brings out the natural beauty of African-American women and I consider it an honor and a pleasure to be able to hold these pieces of history in my hand,” says New Orleans native and ESSENCE Magazine collector, Margaret B. Smith.
Why Donna Brazile Doesn’t Need the Internet
Author and political analyst Donna Brazile stopped by the ESSENCE Festival newsroom with a few jokes in tow.
Sybrina Fulton Issues Challenge to ESSENCE Festival Audience
“I need you to make sure you’re voting in all elections," said Sybrina Fulton to ESSENCE Festival attendees.
ESSENCE Empowerment: Black Men Talk Romance and Natural Beauty
ESSENCE Empowerment: Alicia Keys & Melissa Harris Perry Work To Educate Women
The singer/activist and journalist discuss the impact that HIV/AIDS is having on the Black community.
ESSENCE Festival: On the Scene at Family Day
The 2014 ESSENCE Festival kicked into gear with a Family Day in New Orleans' Woldenberg Park. Good food, great music and community. See who was in attendance.
Trey Songz Heeds Charlie Wilson's Fashion Advice
Festival goers may have noticed Songz' sharp suit. Learn about the man that inspired his wardrobe change.
ESSENCE Honors Mothers Who Lost Children To Gun Violence
Women who have lost loved ones to violence march together and pay remembrance in New Orleans.
Jill Scott Puts Final Touches On Lullaby Album
The lyrics are meant to be encouraging and nourishing to the spirit,” explained Scott.
Iyanla Vanzant: Fix Your Life & Get Happy
The ESSENCE Empowerment Experience's speaker offers advice on how to handle detractors and critics in your personal life.
Civil Rights Pioneers Share Stories Of Strength
Thought leaders gathered to discuss important moments, both past and present.
Kenya Moore & Others on Finding Your Sexy
ESSENCE gathered Victoria Rowell, Kenya Moore, Nicole Murphy and more to discuss what sexy truly means and how you can achieve it today.