Inside Brooke DeVard’s Beauty Diaries at ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood, presented by smartwater®. Glam, culture, and the Creator Award moment.
In the luxe lounge at ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood, the Naked Beauty host blends style, intention, and storytelling—all while wearing H&M.
From her Whitney Houston tribute to a Joyce Bryant-inspired gown, here are 5 times the actress used archival fashion to honor Black icons.
At the 2026 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood luncheon, Chase Infiniti, LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Kerry Washington were honored in a room filled with legacy, laughter and love.
Take a peek inside the exclusive gift bag filled with top beauty products that we gifted Hollywood's most talented stars.
From Denzel Washington to Michael B. Jordan, reflecting on these first Oscars moments reminds us that success starts with a breakthrough performance—and an unforgettable look on the red carpet.
Zendaya, Coco Jones, Wunmi Mosaku, and more gathered at the Fairmont Century Plaza and stepped into the VIP photobooth.
With Zendaya rocking a replica of the powerhouse singer's iconic flower dress at ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood yesterday, we're reminded why Houston is a forever style muse.
From braided ponytails to braided buns, take a look at all the best styles from ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood.
Learn how to refresh your look with advice from celebs exclusively from the smartwater lounge at ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood 2025.
The first ever ESSIE’s Choice Award.
Black Women in Hollywood honoree Ruth Carter looks back on her long career of telling stories through costume design in film and television.
BWIH honoree Gugu Mbatha-Raw describes her work as an artist and her love of being in the comforts of home.
BWIH honoree Regina King on what it really means to be fierce and fearless while chasing your dreams.
Stars give us an insider’s view of our annual bash.
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There is so much to celebrate about Lupita Nyong’o. As ESSENCE gears to celebrate her at our 7th annual Black Women in Hollywood, we see that regular people aren’t the only ones who are excited by the Kenyan stunner. Here’s a look at her celebrity fans.
ESSENCE honored Oprah Winfrey, Alfre Woodard, Gabrielle Union, Mara Brock-Akil, Naomie Harris and little Quvenzhané Wallis at the 2013 BWIH event.
As Hollywood’s best and brightest sisters streamed into the event, many stopped by our photo booth to have a little fun.
Stars give us an insider’s view of our annual bash.
Take a peek inside the Telfar gift bag which included everything from Cécred products to Topicals’ under eye patches, and more.
Black Hollywood showed up and out with ESSENCE this week, bringing with them the spirit of friendship, collaboration, and a sprinkle of that famed Black Girl Magic
From flipped-ended bobs to sculpted blush, here are all the beauty looks that defined the 17th annual BWIH red carpet.
Hosted by Method Man, this year’s ceremony highlights the achievements of Halle Bailey, Danielle Brooks, Kathryn Busby, and Nkechi Okoro Carroll.
The 17th Annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards will be hosted by Method Man.
“Sheryl is a legend,” Brunson said at this year’s ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood ceremony. “She is incredible. She’s been living in our homes, and in our hearts for years.”
"One thing I love about Black women is, we're there for each other," the Mayor said to a swell of applause at the annual gathering of Black women leaving an impact in entertainment
The stars of Black entertainment brought their best looks to the Fairmont Century Plaza. From Meagan Good to Quinta Brunson, here are some of the portraits from this year’s luncheon.
