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Pinky Cole And Derrick Hayes Are Hot In The Kitchen On ESSENCE Jan/Feb Cover
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Pinky Cole And Derrick Hayes Are Hot In The Kitchen On ESSENCE Jan/Feb Cover

For the entrepreneurs behind Slutty Vegan and Big Dave's Cheesesteaks, a love of food and community—and now each other—has turned their multimillion-dollar businesses into a family affair.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Jan 18, 2022
The Queens of 'Queen Sugar'
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The Queens of 'Queen Sugar'

After Ava DuVernay signed on to direct OWN’s TV adaptation of Natalie Baszile’s book in 2016, she brought a crew of Black women into the fold with her.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Sep 14, 2021
Rick Ross Becomes A Boss In Healthcare With $1 Million Investment In Jetdoc
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Rick Ross Becomes A Boss In Healthcare With $1 Million Investment In Jetdoc

The Florida rapper teamed up with serial healthcare entrepreneur Tommy Duncan to create a telehealth startup that provides affordable access to care for underserved communities
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Apr 29, 2021
Black Creatives Share How They Found Success By Tapping Into Their Imaginations
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Black Creatives Share How They Found Success By Tapping Into Their Imaginations

Whether their talents lie in fashion design, jewelry making, film directing, social media, the culinary arts or the written word, these creators have given us soul-restoring artistry.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Feb 26, 2021
Sheryl Lee Ralph Is Living The Life Of Her Dreams
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Sheryl Lee Ralph Is Living The Life Of Her Dreams

With over four decades on stage and screen, this actress and activist—and now director—shows no sign of slowing down.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Dec 11, 2020
Serena Williams Shares Her Love For Gaming From Childhood To Now
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Serena Williams Shares Her Love For Gaming From Childhood To Now

The tennis phenomenon talks Nintendo childhood memories, her love for Nintendo Switch, and how competitive she is playing Mario Tennis Aces
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Dec 3, 2020
Kimberly Drew And Jenna Wortham Celebrate The Spectrum Of Blackness In New Book
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Kimberly Drew And Jenna Wortham Celebrate The Spectrum Of Blackness In New Book

"Black Futures" is a tribute to global Black culture and these coeditors remind us of the fullness of who we are.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Dec 1, 2020
Their Light Will Forever Shine: Remembering the Celebrities We Lost So Far in 2020
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Their Light Will Forever Shine: Remembering the Celebrities We Lost So Far in 2020

Life is fragile, fleeting, finite. Let’s honor those we’ve lost by living.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Nov 19, 2020
Meet Folake Olowofoyeku: Star of America’s First Sitcom Featuring a Nigerian Family
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Meet Folake Olowofoyeku: Star of America’s First Sitcom Featuring a Nigerian Family

"People need to be reminded immigrants are not villains, they're just looking for a better life... in fact, we are all immigrants,” says the 'Bob Hearts Abishola' star.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Nov 17, 2020
Leslie Jones Keeps It All The Way Real, About Everything
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Leslie Jones Keeps It All The Way Real, About Everything

The three-time Emmy-nominee talks about the need for an updated Constitution, not being acknowledged by Black people, and how the new "Supermarket Sweep" and "Coming 2 America" are major wins for the culture.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Oct 15, 2020
Inside Debbie Allen's New Role As A Grandmother 
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Inside Debbie Allen's New Role As A Grandmother 

The living legend has partnered with #LoveIsGrand, a campaign to celebrate grandparents and the timing couldn't be sweeter: her second grandbaby is on the way!
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Sep 11, 2020
These Disruptors Are Doing Everything But Sticking to Sports On Their New TV Show
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These Disruptors Are Doing Everything But Sticking to Sports On Their New TV Show

Jemele Hill and Cari Champion are here to shake things up on "Stick To Sports."
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Aug 19, 2020
'Stargirl's' Anjelika Washington Reveals How Racist Set Incident Pushed Her To Ask More Of Hollywood
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'Stargirl's' Anjelika Washington Reveals How Racist Set Incident Pushed Her To Ask More Of Hollywood

The actress took to Instagram recently to show her stunt double dressed in blackface and a wig.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Aug 5, 2020
'Die Hart' Star Nathalie Emmanuel Manifested Her Breakout Role
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'Die Hart' Star Nathalie Emmanuel Manifested Her Breakout Role

The British actress is now starring opposite Kevin Hart and John Travolta in a brand new Quibi series.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Jul 21, 2020
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Love Called, KEM Answered

After a six-year hiatus, the soulful singer is back and ready for his “greatest musical moment,” he says.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Jun 9, 2020
Why Michelle Obama Offered The ‘Becoming’ Director The Coveted Job On The Spot
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Why Michelle Obama Offered The ‘Becoming’ Director The Coveted Job On The Spot

Meet Nadia Hallgren, who captured our forever first lady for a new Netflix documentary.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · May 6, 2020
'Luke Cage' Star Mike Colter Dusts Off His Superhero Cape Again In ‘Breakthrough’
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'Luke Cage' Star Mike Colter Dusts Off His Superhero Cape Again In ‘Breakthrough’

The film, also starring "This Is Us" actress Chrissy Metz, is out Wednesday.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Apr 16, 2019
Beyond Her Wildest Dreams: Brandy On Learning Her True Self At 40
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Beyond Her Wildest Dreams: Brandy On Learning Her True Self At 40

The R&B singer, who's performing at Essence Fest this year, talks starring opposite Queen Latifah on "Star," overcoming her insecurities and returning to Broadway.
By Jennifer Ogunsola · Apr 11, 2019
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