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Bokeem Woodbine Breaks Down His Role In Quirky Series, ‘Government Cheese’
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Oprah Channeled Equestrian-Chic At Paris Fashion Week FW26
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Misty Copeland And Sophia Wilson Redefine Strength in New Aveeno x TOGETHXR Campaign
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ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Honoree Zinzi Coogler’s Beauty & Style Evolution
From vamp lips to ceremonial gowns, take a look at how the honoree’s beauty and style has evolved over the years.
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In The Chair With: Cliff Vmir
The celebrity hairstylist and brand founder tells ESSENCE all about his favorite products, wig myths, and more.
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K. Michelle’s Beauty Evolution
From bold red hair to soft natural beats, look at how the new "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star’s beauty has evolved over the years in honor of her 44th birthday.
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Olandria’s New Pixie Cut Took Over Milan Fashion Week FW26
From Olandria's rockstar look at Blumarine to her sweetheart GCDS moment, the ‘Love Island’ star proved wolf cut pixies are the perfect spring style.
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ESSENCE's Black Women In Hollywood Honoree Kerry Washington's Beauty & Style Evolution
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