<p>ESSENCE's Year in Review 2012</p>
<p>This year had its fair share of highs and lows, from the re-election of President Barack Obama (four more years of Michelle!) to the Trayvon Martin tragedy. Let's take a look back at the most memorable moments of 2012.</p>
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Prosecutors Won't Charge Cuba Gooding Jr. After Groping Allegation
A woman claims the actor grabbed her butt at a Los Angeles party but prosecutors will not press charges due…
17 Times Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka'oir Were The Perfect Pair
In honor of the Wopsters’ second wedding anniversary, we’re tipping our hats to one of hip hop’s flyest couples.
Nipsey Hussle’s Children To Inherit $1 Million Each: Report
The late rapper had two children: a 10-year-old daughter named Emani and a 3-year-old son, Kross, with Lauren London.
Megan Thee Stallion Opens Up About Missing Her Late Mother In Touching Tribute
The rapper lost her mother to brain cancer earlier this year.
Zendaya, Issa Rae, Indya Moore, And More Celebs Out and About
Some of our favorite celebs attend the Ferragamo Hollywood Rising Celebration and other events around the globe.
Gina Rodriguez Apologizes For Using N-Word: 'I Have Some Serious Learning' To Do
Looks like the actress has let us down again.
Cardi B and Offset in Turks and Caicos Is The Baecation Moment We All Need
The 27-year-old rapper came through dripping and living her best life on the Caribbean island for her birthday.
Cuba Gooding, Jr., Turns Himself In After Three Women Accuse Him Of Sexual Misconduct
The Oscar winner has now been linked to an alleged five accusations of misconduct.
Tyra Banks Booked Her Role In Cult Classic 'Higher Learning' After Appearing On ESSENCE's Cover
Director John Singleton’s publicist noticed Banks after seeing her on the June 1993 cover.
See Cardi B's Extravagant Birthday Surprise From Offset
After receiving some pricey gifts, the rapper and her hubby jetted off to Turks and Caicos for a fabulous getaway.