2009 NYC Marathon Winners Derartu Tulu and Meb Keflizighi attend a press conference at Tavern on the Green in New York City.
General William E. “Kip” Ward, the U.S. Army’s only African-American Four-Star General, stopped by the ESSENCE office on November 2.
General William E. “Kip” Ward, the U.S. Army’s only African-American Four-Star General, and his lovely wife, Joyce, paid a special visit to the ESSENCE office on November 2.
Gabrielle Union celebrates her birthday at Imagine Sundays at LIV in Miami on November 1.
Amerie parties at Imagine Sundays at LIV in Miami on November 1.
AJ Calloway and Gabrielle Union party at LIV in Miami on November 1.
Mary J. Blige performs at the after-party for AFI Fest 2009 and Lionsgate’s “Precious: Based on the Novel ‘PUSH’ by Sapphire” at the Chateau Marmont on November 1 in West Hollywood, California.
“Precious” executive producer Oprah Winfrey and Mary J. Blige talk at the after-party for AFI Fest 2009 and Lionsgate’s “Precious: Based on the Novel ‘PUSH’ by Sapphire” at the Chateau Marmont on November 1 in West Hollywood, California.
Natalie Cole performs on stage in Switzerland on October 31.
Kelly Rowland has a blast on the beach on October 31.
Lance Gross and Eva Marcille attend Eva Marcille’s 25th birthday celebration at EZ Studios on October 31, 2009 in New York City.
Lenny Kravitz performs at the 2009 Voodoo Experience at City Park on November 1, 2009 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Singer Kelly Rowland hangs out on the beach on October 31.
Kelly Rowland makes time for some exercise on the beach on October 31.
Alicia Keys takes to the streets to film her new music video for her second single “Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart” from her upcoming fourth album.
Model Heidi Klum® and husband musician Seal (L) arrive to Heidi Klum’s 10th Annual Halloween Party Presented by MSN and SKYY Vodka held at the Voyeur on October 31, 2009 in West Hollywood, California
La Toya Jackson works behind the counter to raise money for AIDS Project LA at Millions of Milkshakes on October 31, 2009 in West Hollywood, California.
Nick Cannon and singer Mariah Carey attends a Halloween celebration at M2 Ultra Lounge on October 31, 2009 in New York City.
Alicia Keys hops on a motorcycle while filming her new music video for her song “Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart,” which is her second single off her upcoming fourth album.
Niecy Nash and Eva Marcille Pigford attend Eva Marcille Pigford’s 25th birthday celebration at EZ Studios on October 31, 2009 in New York City.
Jay-Z performs at the Air Canada Centre on October 31, 2009 in Toronto, Canada.
Nick Cannon and Lester Holt as Susan Boyld at the “Today Show Halloween Weekend” to promote the new season of “America’s Got Talent” in New York City.
Selita Ebanks arrives to Heidi Klum’s 10th Annual Halloween party held at Voyeur on October 31, 2009 in West Hollywood, California.
Forest Whitaker and his family enjoy a warm sunny day in Los Angeles
Monique Coleman arrives at Heidi Klum’s 10th Annual Halloween Party Presented by MSN and SKYY Vodka held at the Voyeur on October 31, 2009 in West Hollywood, California.
Iman out and about in SoHo on October 31.
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama greet parents, trick-or-treaters and local school children at the north portico of the White House during a Halloween celebration on October 31, 2009, in Washington, D.C.
Model Naomi Campbell arrives for the grand opening night of the Kerzner Mazagan Beach Resort on October 31, 2009 in El Jadida, Morocco.
Rick Fox and actress Eliza Dushku arrive at Heidi Klum’s 10th Annual Halloween Party Presented by MSN and SKYY Vodka held at the Voyeur on October 31, 2009 in West Hollywood, California.
TV personality Wendy Williams attends the 25th Anniversary Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Concerts Official Gift Lounge produced by On 3 Productions at Madison Square Garden on October 29, 2009 in New York City.
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon leaving Nobu 57 after eating dinner together in New York City on October 30.
Al Roker appears on the 2009 Halloween Episode of NBC’s ‘Today’ at Rockefeller Center on October 30, 2009 in New York City.
Alicia Keys takes to the streets to film her new music video for her second single “Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart” from her upcoming fourth album.
Veronica Webb at the party for the 25th Anniversary of Indochine Nightlife and the new book “Indochine: Stories Shaken and Stirred.”
Alicia Keys films her new music video for her second single “Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart” on October 30.
Angela Simmons having lunch at Da Silvano in New York City on October 29.
Beverley Knight performs at Westfield SHopping Centre on October 30, 2009 in London, England.
Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth out and about in Beverly Hills on October 30.
Whoopi Goldberg dresses up in costumes to celebrate Halloween on ‘The View,’ Friday, Oct. 30, 2009.
Santigold attends the Music Unites Fall Masquerade Gala at the Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center on October 29, 2009 in New York City.
Jay-Z and Alicia Keys perform their monster hit “Empire State of Mind” before Game Two of the 2009 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium on October 29.
Actress Kerry Washington attends the Music Unites Fall Masquerade Gala at the Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center on October 29, 2009 in New York City.
Jay-Z and Alicia Keys strike their best b-boy stance before they perform prior to Game Two of the 2009 MLB World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on October 29 in the Bronx borough of New York City.
Sherri Shepherd dresses up in costumes to celebrate Halloween on ‘The View,’ Friday, Oct. 30, 2009.
Actress Lynn Whitfield attends the “Poliwood” screening at The Paley Center for Media on October 29 in New York City.
Actress Tasha Smith pays a visit to the ESSENCE office in New York City on October 26.
Mos Def makes moves with his family after arriving at LAX airport in Los Angeles.
Music producer Quincy Jones and Bermuda Premier Dr. Ewart Brown attend the Bermuda Music Festival’s pink carpet premiere of Michael Jackson’s “This Is It.”
Attendees at the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding shared camera time in New York on October 28.
Tichina Arnold and her daughter Alijah Kai look surprised to see the paparazzi in Hollywood on October 29.
Keri Hilson, Regional Vice President for the Coca-Cola Company Steven Boyd, Executive Director and Co Founder for Entertainers 4 Education Tonya Lewis attend the 4th Annual Stay in School Pep Rally & Concert held at Tribecca Performing Arts Theatre on October 27.
Patti LaBelle attends a press conference at the Table Bay Hotel on October 29, 2009 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Brandy gets her shop on along West Hollywood’s popular Robertson Boulevard.
Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins stops by the ESSENCE office to show some love on October 28.
Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins let ESSENCE staffers in on what she’s been up to during a special visit on October 28.
Chanel Iman walks the red carpet at The Gentlemen’s Ball 2009 at The Edison Ballroom on October 28, 2009, in New York City.
Rashida Jones attends the International Womens Media Foundations Courage In Journalism Awards on October 27.
Singer Robin Thicke was on hand to sign autographs at Hugo Boss Men’s Fragrance at Macy’s Dadeland in Miami.
First Lady Michelle Obama and Vice-President Joe Biden’s wife, Jill, escort New York Yankees legend and Baseball Hall of Famer Yogi Berra onto the field at Game One of the World Series in the Bronx, New York, on October 28.
Paula Patton is all smiles on the red carpet at the AVON Foundation for Women in New York City on October 27.
R&B artist K’Jon makes a pit stop at the ESSENCE office and shares how his career has blown up since releasing his hit single, “On the Ocean.”
Gayle King is all smiles at the New York premiere of “This Is It” in New York City on October 27.
Veteran supermodel Iman takes a walk in SoHo, New York, on October 28.
Songstress Alicia Keys performs at the 2009 Women’s Conference held at Long Beach Convention Center on October 27, 2009, in Long Beach, California.
Letoya Luckett and Ludacris shoot her new video “Regret.” Her sophomore album, “Lady Love,” is in stores now.
Will Smith makes his way inside the premiere of “This Is It” at the Nokia Theatre in L.A. on October 27.
Fabolous and Trey Songz do their thing in New Jersey on October 27.
In-demand singer, songwriter and producer The-Dream wows the crowd in New Jersey on October 27.
Keri Hilson kills it onstage at New York radio station Power 105’s Powerhouse concert in New Jersey on October 27.
Rapper Kid Cudi, actor Mark Wahlberg and singer Akon hang tight at the Gentlemen’s Ball 2009 at The Edison Ballroom on October 28 in NYC.
Chris Brown returns to the stage during a performance at New York radio station Power 105’s Powerhouse concert in New Jersey on October 27.
Sean “Diddy” Combs chills on the balcony of his room at the Hotel Fassano in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on October 25.
Mariah Carey enjoying the view from the balcony of the Copacabana Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Corbin Bleu looks sexy on the red carpet at the premiere of Sony Pictures’ ‘This Is It’ held at Nokia Theatre in L.A. on October 27.
Director Spike Lee, daughter Satchel Lee and son Jackson Lee attend the ‘Michael Jackson’s This Is It’ New York premiere at the Regal E-Walk in New York City on October 27.
Janet Jackson is front and center at the Machida vs Shogun UFC fight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Connor Cruise, son of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, on the set of the remake of the film “Red Dawn,” currently filming in Michigan on October 25.
Sherri Shepard is ready to watch the premiere of Sony Pictures’ ‘This Is It’ held in New York City on October 27.
Omarion out and about in New York City on October 27.
Model Sessilee Lopez looks stunning on the red carpet at the premiere of ‘This Is It’ in New York City on October 27.
Jay-Z and Robin Thicke chop it up at Germano Studios in NYC on October 25.
Singer Toni Braxton is picture perfect in New York City on October 27.
Oprah Winfrey was on hand to support acting legend Cicely Tyson at the grand unveiling of the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing & Fine Arts on October 24 in East Orange, New Jersey.
Sherri Shepherd and a guest smile for the cameras at the 4th annual Thurgood Marshall College Fund Front Row Fashion Show at the Roseland Ballroom on October 24 in New York City.
A glowing Nia Long looks fabulous at the premiere of Sony Pictures’ ‘This Is It’ held at Nokia Theatre in L.A. on October 27.
Bebe Winans, Susan L. Taylor, Nick Ashford, Valerie Simpon and stylist Ellin LeVar share camera time at the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing & Fine Arts grand unveiling on October 24 in East Orange, New Jersey.
Monica attends a BET event on October 25 in New York City.
Tyrese Gibson and his precious little daughter look picture perfect at the ‘This Is It’in L.A. on October 27.
Naomi Campbell arrives at the 4th annual Thurgood Marshall College Fund Front Row Fashion Show at the Roseland Ballroom on October 24 in New York City.
Shannon Kane attends the 4th annual Thurgood Marshall College Fund Front Row Fashion Show at the Roseland Ballroom on October 24 in New York City.
Reality TV star Sheree Whitfield works the red carpet at the 4th annual Thurgood Marshall College Fund Front Row Fashion Show at the Roseland Ballroom on October 24 in New York City.
Angela Bassett was sure to be in attendance at the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing & Fine Arts grand unveiling on October 24 in East Orange, New Jersey.
Rev. Al Sharpton, right, presents an award to Joe Jackson at the National Action Network headquarters on October 24, 2009 in New York City.
The stunning harpist Rashida Jolley complements a dapper Ludacris at The Ludacris Foundation’s 6th Annual Benefit Dinner on October 24 in Washington, D.C.
Common cleans up nicely at the Ludacris Foundation’s 6th Annual Benefit Dinner on October 24 in Washington, D.C.
Keri Hilson performs at the Wachovia Center on October 23 in Philadelphia.
Mary J. Blige attends the Gucci Icon-Temporary Flash Sneaker Store launch on October 23 in New York City.
Wyclef Jean is in the building at the Gucci Icon-Temporary Flash Sneaker Store launch on October 23 in NYC.
Jay-Z gives the people what they want at the Wachovia Center on October 23 in Philadelphia.
Gabrielle Union arrives at the 2009 Rodeo Drive Walk of Style Awards Ceremony October 22 in Beverly Hills, California.
Mariah Carey out and about in Brazil on October 24.
Actress Gabourey Sidibe arrives at the London premiere of “Precious” during the Times BFI 53rd London Film Festival on October 23 in London, England.
Actor Dwayne Johnson is snapped on location during the filming of “The Other Guys” on October 23 in New York City.
Mary J. Blige looks better with each passing day. Here she is at the Fashion Group International’s 26th Annual Night Of Stars on October 22.
During a taping on her talk show for an episode about good manners, Tyra is arrested by the public conduct police.
Samuel L. Jackson on location filming “The Other Guys” in Manhattan on October 23 in New York City.
Mariah Carey is welcomed by a crowd of onlookers in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Mario, who is promoting his new album, “DNA,” is snapped by the cameras during a visit to MTV’s “It’s On with Alexa Chung” in NYC on October 22.
Rapper and actor Ludacris serves up a big smile during the National Press Club Newsmaker Luncheon on October 23 in Washington, D.C.
Alicia Keys makes the rounds while promoting her upcoming album “The Element of Freedom” in NYC on October 22.
Jennifer Hudson turns the table on paparazzi while in Los Angeles on October 22.
Tracee Ellis Ross is spotted hailing a cab on the streets of New York City on October 22.
Kimora Lee Simmons with daughters Ming Lee and Aoki Lee at the Hello Kitty 35th anniversary celebration on October 22 in Culver City, California.
Mary J. Blige speaks at the opening of her new resource center for physically and emotionally abused young women in her hometown of Yonkers, New York, through her Foundation For the Advancement of Women Now (FFAWN) organization on October 22.
Kerry Washington will appear in “Race,” a new play on Broadway alongside David Alan Grier and others. Here she is at the show’s photo call at the Atlantic Theater Company on October 22 in NYC.
50 Cent and date Jamelia attend the London premiere of “Dead Man Running” at Odeon Leicester Square on October 22 in London, England.
Alicia Keys is snapped in New York’s Times Square on October 22 in New York City.
Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom at their wedding ceremony in Santa Monica.
Rapper and businessman 50 Cent is seen out and about in London on October 22.
Thandie Newton is joined by her precious little girls at the world premiere of “Fantastic Mr. Fox” at the London Film Festival on October 14.
Robin Thicke performs onstage at the 2009 Angel Ball to Benefit Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation hosted by Denise Rich at New York’s Cipriani on October 20, 2009 in NYC.
Jay Alexander filming an episode of “The Tyra Banks Show” on October 21.
Oprah Winfrey and her beloved dog Sadie leave a salon in Beverly Hills on October 20.
Michelle Obama jump-ropes double dutch on the South Lawn of the White House during an event promoting exercise and healthy eating for children October 21, 2009, in Washington, D.C.
A svelte Sherri Shepherd looks fab at the 2009 Angel Ball at New York’s Cipriani on October 20 in New York City.
Dwayne Johnson arrives at New York’s Trump Towers in his workout wear on October 21.
Chris O’Donnell and LL Cool J shoot scenes for “NCIS: Los Angeles” in Venice Beach on October 20.
Ciara spotted arriving at Phillip Chow restaurant on October 21 in Beverly Hills, California.
Country music artist Rissi Palmer performs at an elementary school in Atlanta on October 21.
Star Jones rests with her luggage after arriving at Los Angeles International Airport on Ocotober 21.
Natalie Cole beams at the 2009 Angel Ball at Cipriani on October 20 in New York City.
Still promoting her comeback album, “I Look to You,” Whitney Houston performs on London TV show “X Factor” on October 21.
Famed producer Swizz Beatz attends the 2009 Angel Ball at Cipriani on October 20 in New York City.
LL Cool J and Chris O’Donnell filming “NCIS: Los Angeles” in downtown Los Angeles on October 22.
Kim Kardashian celebrates her 29th birthday with pals Lala and Ciara.
A dapper Terrence Howard leaves Gramercy Park Hotel in New York City on October 21.
“Precious” star Paula Patton strikes a pose on the 2009 Angel Ball red carpet at Cipriani on October 20 in NYC.
Dywane Johnson on the set of his upcoming film “The Other Guys” in Manhattan on October 21.
British sensation Estelle is in the house for the 2009 Angel Ball at Cipriani Wall Street on October 20 in NYC.
Star Jones greets power couple Robin Thicke and Paula Patton at the 2009 Angel Ball to Benefit Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation.
Just weeks after giving birth to her beautiful baby boy, Jennifer Hudson works the red carpet at the 2009 Angel Ball at Cipriani on October 20 in NYC.
Mya at STK restaurant in Los Angeles on October 20.
Clive Davis, Jennifer Hudson, Denise Rich and Russell Simmons come out to support Rich at her annual Angel Ball to Benefit Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation.
Toni Braxton does her thing onstage at the Breakthrough Ball fund-raising gala at The Plaza Hotel on October 20 in NYC.
Singer and “Dancing With the Stars” contestant Mya performs in Cali on October 19.
Beyonce poses for photographers as she arrives at Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea on October 19, 2009.
Model Amber Rose beams on the red carpet at Elle’s 16th Annual Women In Hollywood Tribute at the Four Seasons Hotel on October 19 in Beverly Hills, California.
Calvin Klein Collection Spotlight Award recipient Zoe Saldana is in the building at the 16th Annual ELLE Women in Hollywood Tribute at the Four Seasons Hotel on October 19 in Beverly Hills, California.
It’s so good to see Whitney back on the scene. Here she is at X factor studios on October 19.
“Hustle & Flow” costars Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson reteam for the 2009 Soul Train Awards pre-party at La Pomme on October 19 in New York City.
Taraji P. Henson and Terrence Howard get their groove on at the 2009 Soul Train Awards pre-party at La Pomme on October 19 in NYC.
In preparation for her turn to the spotlight, Rihanna hits up Milk Studio in NYC on October 19.
Jennifer Hudson and designer Donatella Versace attend the 2009 Whitney Museum Gala at The Whitney Museum of American Art on October 19 in New York City.
BET’s “106 & Park” hosts Terrence J. and Rocsi greet Terrence Howard at the 2009 Soul Train Awards Pre-Party at La Pomme on October 19 in New York City.
Supermodel Chanel Iman looks gorgeous at the 2009 Whitney Museum Gala at The Whitney Museum of American Art on October 19 in NYC.
The Noisettes backstage at the Girl Guides Big Gig at Wembley Arena in London.
Whoopi Goldberg, recipient of the Marlon Brando Award, attends the 2009 Stella by Starlight Gala at a private residence on October 19 in New York City.
The Rev. Al Sharpton makes his way inside the 2009 Stella by Starlight Gala on October 19 in New York City.
Erica Reid and Antonio L.A. Reid are on hand for the 2009 Stella by Starlight Gala at a private residence on October 19 in New York City.
Actress Ruby Dee arrives at the 2009 Stella by Starlight Gala on October 19 in New York City.
Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee Simmons arrive with daughters Ming Lee and Aoki Lee at the opening-night gala for Cirque du Soleil’s “Kooza” at Santa Monica Pier on October 16 in Santa Monica, California.
Halle Berry out and about in Beverly Hills on October 17.
Don Cheadle arrives for the opening-night gala performance of “KOOZA,” the new big top touring show from Cirque du Soleil, on October 16 in Santa Monica, California.
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds is recognized at the 1st Annual Noble Humanitarian Awards at Beverly Hills Hotel on October 18 in Beverly Hills, California.
Jermaine Dupri walks his pup in Los Angeles on October 17.
Ne-Yo celebrates at his 30th birthday party at Cipriani 42nd Street on October 17, 2009 in New York City.
Regina King looks fab at Ne-Yo’s 30th birthday party at Cipriani 42nd Street on October 17 in NYC.
Diana Ross takes the stage at the Gelredome Arnhem for her “Symphonica in Rosso 2009” concert.
Jermaine Dupri and Janet Jackson are spotted out and about in Los Angeles on October 17.
Laurence Fishburne makes a trip to Mr Bones Pumpkin Patch in Los Angeles on October 17.
Vivica A. Fox gets her party on at Room Service on October 17.
Honoree Queen Latifah arrives at the 4th Annual Black Girls Rock! awards at the Times Center on October 17 in NYC.
Omarion stops by the ESSENCE office for a sweet hello in New York City.
Naomi Campbell arrives at the 4th Annual Black Girls Rock! awards at the Times Center on October 17 in NYC.
Regina King and Tracee Ellis Ross host the 4th Annual Black Girls Rock! awards at the Times Center on October 17, 2009 in New York City.
