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Author: Lauren Porter

Public Apology: Boyz II Men's Shawn Stockman Tells Social Media He's Sorry For Cheating On Wife
Celebrity · Love & Sex

Public Apology: Boyz II Men's Shawn Stockman Tells Social Media He's Sorry For Cheating On Wife

By Lauren Porter · Nov 23, 2016
Gucci Mane Just Pulled Off The Most Romantic (And Blingy) Proposal Ever
Celebrity · Love & Sex

Gucci Mane Just Pulled Off The Most Romantic (And Blingy) Proposal Ever

By Lauren Porter · Nov 23, 2016
Bridal Bliss: Michael and Hollani's Sweet Florida Ceremony Is As Good As It Gets
Weddings

Bridal Bliss: Michael and Hollani's Sweet Florida Ceremony Is As Good As It Gets

By Lauren Porter · Nov 23, 2016
Naya Rivera Announces Divorce From Husband Ryan Dorsey
Celebrity · Love & Sex · News

Naya Rivera Announces Divorce From Husband Ryan Dorsey

By Lauren Porter · Nov 22, 2016
15 Feel Good Holiday Traditions You Should Never Get Over
Lifestyle

15 Feel Good Holiday Traditions You Should Never Get Over

By Lauren Porter · Nov 22, 2016
Black Wedding Moment Of The Day: This Mom Praying With Outstretched Arms Over Bride And Groom Is Taking Us To Church
Weddings

Black Wedding Moment Of The Day: This Mom Praying With Outstretched Arms Over Bride And Groom Is Taking Us To Church

By Lauren Porter · Nov 21, 2016
Angela Simmons Gets Real About Losing Virginity, Sharing Pregnancy News With Her Dad
Celebrity · Love & Sex

Angela Simmons Gets Real About Losing Virginity, Sharing Pregnancy News With Her Dad

By Lauren Porter · Nov 21, 2016
Keshia Knight Pulliam's Best Bump Photos
Celebrity Moms

Keshia Knight Pulliam's Best Bump Photos

By Lauren Porter · Nov 21, 2016
What We Know About Kandi Burruss’ Ex, Russell Spencer
Celebrity · Love & Sex

What We Know About Kandi Burruss’ Ex, Russell Spencer

By Lauren Porter · Nov 21, 2016
A Drinking Game For Single Ladies Tired Of All The Questions and Comments During The Holidays
Lifestyle · Love & Sex

A Drinking Game For Single Ladies Tired Of All The Questions and Comments During The Holidays

By Lauren Porter · Nov 21, 2016
Can You Guess The Holiday Movie Hunk?
Celebrity · Holidays

Can You Guess The Holiday Movie Hunk?

By Lauren Porter · Nov 21, 2016
13 Desserts To Make This Holiday That Aren't Pie
ESSENCE Eats · Food & Drinks · Recipes

13 Desserts To Make This Holiday That Aren't Pie

By Lauren Porter · Nov 18, 2016
Russell Westbrook Gets Major Support From Wife Nina On His Hall Of Fame Night
Black Celeb Couples · Love & Sex

Russell Westbrook Gets Major Support From Wife Nina On His Hall Of Fame Night

By Lauren Porter · Nov 18, 2016
18 Fantastic Gifts For The Foodie Friends In Your Life
Lifestyle

18 Fantastic Gifts For The Foodie Friends In Your Life

By Lauren Porter · Nov 18, 2016
Black Wedding Moment Of The Day: This Bride And Groom's Son Is Ushered Down The Aisle In The Most Adorable Way
Weddings

Black Wedding Moment Of The Day: This Bride And Groom's Son Is Ushered Down The Aisle In The Most Adorable Way

By Lauren Porter · Nov 17, 2016
#TBT: 12 Times Ginuwine Had Us Feeling Anxious
Celebrity · Entertainment

#TBT: 12 Times Ginuwine Had Us Feeling Anxious

By Lauren Porter · Nov 17, 2016
At Age 23, I Still Talk To My Mother At Least 3 Times A Day—Science Says That’s Totally OK
Lifestyle

At Age 23, I Still Talk To My Mother At Least 3 Times A Day—Science Says That’s Totally OK

By Lauren Porter · Nov 17, 2016
Loni Love Opens Up About Miscarriage That Stopped Her From Wanting Kids
Celebrity · Love & Sex

Loni Love Is Perfectly Happy Not Being Married, So Stop Asking Her If She’s Ok

By Lauren Porter · Nov 17, 2016
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