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Articles by: Sonaiya Kelley

Jhené Aiko's Killer 'Skipping Stones' Smoky Eye Is the Perfect Fall Makeup Look
Beauty · How-To

Jhené Aiko's Killer 'Skipping Stones' Smoky Eye Is the Perfect Fall Makeup Look

The singer plays a super chic psycho in this new video collaboration. 

By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 30, 2016
Disney Under Fire For Racially Insensitive 'Moana' Halloween Costume
Fashion

Disney Under Fire For Racially Insensitive 'Moana' Halloween Costume

With Halloween just around the corner, here's a friendly PSA.
By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 22, 2016
Jussie Smollett Just Revealed A Huge Secret About His 'Empire' Character
Celebrity · Entertainment

Jussie Smollett Just Revealed A Huge Secret About His 'Empire' Character

Only Empire superfans will notice this.

By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 21, 2016
'Atlanta' Is The Slightly Dark, Introspective Dramedy The Black Community Needs
Entertainment

'Atlanta' Is The Slightly Dark, Introspective Dramedy The Black Community Needs

Donald Glover's 'Atlanta' is a deep departure from the comedic, light-hearted, Black-led sitcoms we're used to. But this is a good thing. Let me explain. 

By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 20, 2016
Miss DC Proudly Rocked Her Natural Texture While Competing for Miss America
Celebrity

Miss DC Proudly Rocked Her Natural Texture While Competing for Miss America

Despite being advised not to, Cierra Jackson wore her hair natural throughout the competition.

By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 20, 2016
What's Going On Between Kanye West and Kid Cudi?
Celebrity

What's Going On Between Kanye West and Kid Cudi?

The former G.O.O.D. music artist went off on Twitter with a series of shady tweets.
By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 16, 2016
Watch As FLOTUS' Hairstylist Transforms Our Entertainment Director's Hair Into A Chic Undercut
Hair

Watch As FLOTUS' Hairstylist Transforms Our Entertainment Director's Hair Into A Chic Undercut

Johnny Wright, the man responsible for Michelle Obama's mane, transformed our Entertainment Director Cori Murray's on Facebook Live.

By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 16, 2016
Why Meme Culture Glorifying The 'Crazy Ex' Can Be False, Dangerous Or Even Fatal
Culture

Why Meme Culture Glorifying The 'Crazy Ex' Can Be False, Dangerous Or Even Fatal

The murder of 19-year-old Kendra Childs is proof that we as a community have to do better.
By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 16, 2016
SheaMoisture Debuts New Video For #BreakTheWalls Campaign
Beauty

SheaMoisture Debuts New Video For #BreakTheWalls Campaign

The popular brand continues to challenge industry standards by calling for a wider definition of beauty.

By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 15, 2016
New York Fashion Week

All Of The Melanin-Poppin Hair and Beauty Moments From The Yeezy Season 4 Show

The Yeezy Season 4 show was a study in natural beauty.
By Sonaiya Kelley · Sep 7, 2016
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