21 Powerful Images Of Black Dads In Action
Leading up to Father's Day 2020, here's another reminder that Black fathers matter!
Kandi Burruss Gets Emotional On Explaining Police Brutality To Her 4-Year-Old Son
The "Real Housewives Of Atlanta" star fought back tears describing the heartbreaking moment her son asked about police brutality.
Lizzo Addresses Body-Shamers Who Question Her Health In A Powerful Video
"I'm not working out to have your ideal body type," said the singer.
NATIVE SON Founder Emil Wilbekin Launches Virtual Black Gay Leadership Forum
The first-of-its-kind event will host the top 100 Black gay leaders, business executives, activists, entrepreneurs, media, and academics.
Bridal Bliss: Mia And William Had Plenty Surprises At Their Upscale Glam Wedding
The couple's North Carolina wedding was grand, joyful and oh so glamorous.
The Honey Pot And Acessa Health Partner To Offer Free Menstrual Products To Fibroid Sufferers
The first 150 ESSENCE readers to sign up will receive a care package from the organic feminine care brand.
Dear Black Woman: It's Ok If You Need A Day Off From Fighting Racism
If Black women are to survive, we must tend to our mental health first.
Meet The Sweet North Carolina Couple Whose Protest Engagement Went Viral
Marjorie and Xavier became Insta-famous after getting engaged at a protest in Downtown Raleigh.
Why Black Women's Trauma Doesn't Look Like Everyone Else's
During a recent town hall with ESSENCE, licensed clinical psychologist Sherry Blake explains how Black women confront trauma in our everyday lives.
Tika Sumpter Says Black Women Shouldn't 'Protect' Their White Partners From The Race Talk
The 'Mixed-ish' actress says Black women in interracial relationships should never feel uncomfortable bringing up the topic of race with their White partners.
This Couple Said 'I Do' In Philadelphia During The Black Lives Matter Protest
While folks were on the front lines fighting for justice, love still reigned supreme.
Lauren London Joins 'Red Table Talk,' Opens Up About Grief And Gun Violence
The actress sat down with Jada Pinkett Smith and activist Erica Ford to discuss how gun violence affects women.
9 Techie Father's Day Gifts For The Gadget-Loving Dad
The only thing technology-loving dads cherish more than family are their gadgets. We've rounded up these electronic gifts with the techie dad in mind.
Congrats All Around! These Celebrity Kids Are Officially Graduates
Ludacris, Kandi Burruss and Eddie Murphy are some of celebrity parents that celebrated their kids' graduations.
Exclusive: Meet The Genius Women Behind The 'Black Girls In Trader Joes' Movement
Two women, who met on Instagram, bonded over their love of this grocery store and connected thousands of other Black foodies in the process.
Bridal Bliss: The Bride (And Her Bridesmaids) Wore White At This Ballroom Wedding
Leanna and Clifton's ballroom wedding had flair and a dash of Caribbean flavor.
Celebrity Parents Speak On The Worries Of Raising Black Children In America
These discussions matter! Celebrities like Ciara, Kevin Hart and Jamie Foxx speak on their fears while parenting Black kids today.
Black Moms On The Front Lines: Kenya Slaughter Steps Up For Retail Employees' Rights
Slaughter, a Dollar General employee and mother, spoke to ESSENCE about becoming an essential worker when she least expected it.
Sammie On Why He's 'Single But Not Eligible'
The singer—whose new album, "Such Is Life," drops this week—talks about why he's living single all 2020.