Gabrielle Union And Tracee Ellis Ross Are 53 And Fabulous
From their beauty brands to flawless skin, the actresses share more than just a birthday, but jaw-dropping beauty moments.
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The Oscar-winning actress and mother of two is radiating confidence, peace, and glow in a beautiful new photo.
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The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: You Deserve To See The World—Alone
Tracee Ellis Ross’s new series and the solo travel boom remind us: joy doesn’t need company. Experts weigh in on how to do it and why it's so popular.
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Regina King Shares Heartfelt Tribute To Late Son Ian: ‘You See Him In Me'
King’s late son died by suicide in 2022 at the age of 26. This new venture is something she believes he would have loved.
Beauty
Aug 19, 2025
Tracee Ellis Ross Ushers Pattern Beauty Into Its Body Care Era
Ross opens up exclusively to ESSENCE about her body care routine, bringing the Midnight Amber–scented products to life, and more.
Lifestyle
Aug 18, 2025
Viola Davis Rings In Her 60th Birthday With Husband In Luxurious Cabo Celebration
As the Oscar-winning actress transitions into a new decade, she expresses gratitude for how far she has come and everything she has acquired along the way.
Beauty
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Tracee Ellis Ross Channels Diana Ross With Fluffy Blowout
The ‘Solo Traveling’ star closes out summer in style with a beauty look that channels her mother.
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Aug 11, 2025
Star Gazing: 2025 MVAAFF, Whitney Houston’s Anniversary Gala, Gabrielle Union, Tyla, And More
From Hollywood premieres to island gatherings, these moments captured Black excellence in every setting.
Beauty
Aug 1, 2025
A Look Back At Halle Berry's Most Iconic Beauty Moments
From her trans-seasonal pixie to powdered under eyes, take a look back at the actress’s best beauty looks in honor of her birthday.
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Entertainment
Jan 9, 2020
ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards To Honor ‘Pose’ Series, Melina Matsoukas, Niecy Nash & Lashana Lynch
The annual celebration will shine a spotlight on several Black women in Hollywood who are owning their narrative and transforming the art of storytelling.
Celebrity
Dec 20, 2019
Gabrielle Union Says Her Viral ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Speech Changed Everything
“I led in that room with the absolute truth and it freed me in a way that I have never been freed before,” she told ESSENCE six years later.
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Feb 22, 2019
Nobody Celebrates You Like Your Sisters! What It’s Like to Attend ESSENCE’s Black Women In Hollywood Awards
The annual Hollywood event is more than just a fabulous party, it’s where Black Girl Magic comes to life.
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Feb 22, 2019
What About Your Friends? Regina Hall Thanks Her Circle of Sisters In This Moving Black Women In Hollywood Moment
“They showed up when they knew I couldn’t and that’s what life requires.”
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Feb 21, 2019
Marsai Martin Honored With Reign On Award On Black Women In Hollywood Red Carpet
Martin was presented with the award for her work in Hollywood and inspiring others in the industry to do the work.
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Mar 6, 2018
Video Recap: Here's An Exclusive Look At The 11th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards Red Carpet
Tiffany Haddish, Lena Waithe, Danai Gurira, Tessa Thompson, Tina Knowles, Jussie Smollett and many more had much to say as they graced the 2018Black Women In Hollywood red carpet!
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Kaavia James Interviewed Her Mom, Gabrielle Union, And It Was The Cutest Thing Ever
One of our favorite mother-daughter duos got to interview one another, and we learned just how close they are.
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Apr 22, 2025
Gabrielle Union Celebrates Her Mother’s 78th Birthday With A WWE Theme
The actress threw her beloved mom a befitting birthday party filled with line dancing, wrestling, and joy.
Entertainment
Apr 21, 2025
Star Gazing: Coachella Weekend Two, ‘Abbott Elementary’ Finale, Cynthia Erivo, Michael B. Jordan And More
From Sheryl Lee Ralph’s Walk of Fame celebration to the ‘Sinners’ red carpet, Black Hollywood continues to shine bright.
Entertainment
Apr 17, 2025
Issa Rae, Rashida Jones And Tracee Ellis Ross Rewire Reality In Season 7 Of ‘Black Mirror’
Netflix’s iconic anthology returns with bold new stories starring Black women leads—each confronting mortality, memory, and media in eerily relevant ways.
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From North Philly To National Advocacy:"The Twin Sister Docs"Are Redefining What It Means To Care For The Culture
From the exam room to the classroom, twin sisters Dr. Elana McDonald and Dr. Delana Wardlaw leverage medicine, mentorship and advocacy to bridge healthcare gaps and foster community trust.
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Apr 16, 2025
“We Can’t Shrink From The Fight”: Black Maternal Health Advocates On The Crisis—And The Hope—Driving Change
Black women are speaking up, organizing and demanding a future where every mother is seen, heard and safe.
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Apr 10, 2025
WATCH: Viola Davis Talks Work Life Balance
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Apr 10, 2025
Viola Davis On Power, Parenthood, And Playing The President In ‘G20’
The Oscar winner opens up about balancing her character, the importance of portraying a strong Black family, and the emotional depth behind her latest role.
Entertainment
Apr 9, 2025
How Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin & Christopher Farrar Built The First Family In ‘G20’
In Prime Video's new thriller, the Suttons are caught in a global crisis—and the actors behind it share how they brought heart and heroism to the screen.