Lifestyle
Feb 6, 2025
Bump Alert: All The Black Celebrity Women Pregnant In 2025
From well-known rappers to actresses and basketball wives, little ones are on the way. See who’s having their first baby (and their fourth!).
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Entertainment
Jul 10, 2025
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce On Her Paris Olympics Exit—And Why Her Road To Recovery Led To New York, Not Jamaica
The legendary sprinter got candid in her new documentary, and a Q&A that followed the premiere, about injury, legacy, and why she’s not done just yet.
Health and Wellness
Jul 8, 2025
4 Reasons Why You Need A Summer Wellness Bucket List
Turn up the joy, connection, and fun this summer by creating a summer wellness bucket list. Here’s why should you make one.
Lifestyle
Jul 10, 2025
Exclusive: Odeal’s New EP Turns His Passport Stamps Into A Soundtrack For The Summer
Born in Germany and raised between Spain and the UK, the dreamy singer draws inspiration from travel—reflected in the vibrant, genre-blending sounds of his latest project.
Health & Wellness
Lifestyle
Jul 5, 2025
The 'Change Room' At The 2025 ESSENCE Festival Got Real About Black Women's Experience With Menopause
From hot flashes to vaginal dryness, no topic was off-limits.
Lifestyle
Jul 3, 2025
These 3 Easy Meals Helped Lizzo Drop Pounds And Stay Energized
The 37-year-old, who has lost a significant amount of weight, shared exactly what she eats daily with her adoring fans.
Lifestyle
Jul 2, 2025
Exclusive: Chrisette Michele Addresses 'Severe' Autism Diagnosis And Dating While On The Spectrum
The Grammy-winning artist opened up about her severe autism diagnosis, which was met with backlash by people in the autistic community.
Relationship Advice
Lifestyle
Jul 9, 2025
Mel B Marries Longtime Love Rory McPhee In London
The 50-year-old Spice Girl married hairdresser Rory McPhee after getting engaged in 2022 in a gorgeous ceremony.
Health and Wellness
Jul 8, 2025
Jonathan Majors And Meagan Good Are Building A Fitness Empire
The actors are expanding their partnership beyond romance and taking on the business world together through fitness and wellness.
Lifestyle
Jul 7, 2025
Eva Marcille Might’ve Just Soft-Launched A Rekindled Romance With Ex Michael Sterling
The lawyer and model finalized their divorce in 2023 after four years of marriage and giving birth to two kids.
Travel
Lifestyle
Jul 11, 2025
'Tiana’s Joyful Celebration' Disney Exhibition Will Tour Museums Starting In 2026
The exhibition launches at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, March 2026 and will stop in 12 additional cities come 2027.
2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture
Jul 7, 2025
I Went To ESSENCE Fest Alone (Again)—And It Was Everything
From soul-stirring performances to beauty-filled moments, this weekend was a reminder that moving at your own pace is its own kind of joy.
Lifestyle
Jul 7, 2025
Magic Johnson’s Annual Couples Yacht Trip Is Back And Luxurious As Ever
The former NBA player, his wife, and other celebrity couples tour Europe on a luxury yacht every year and the trip is undoubtedly fabulous.
Money and Career
Money & Career
Jul 10, 2025
On Black Women's Equal Pay Day, Here’s What 3 Black Women Want You To Remember
July 10 is not “equal” for all women, with Black women and Latinas facing an even bigger pay gap than women overall.
Money & Career
Jul 10, 2025
We've Won One Battle For Black Women's Equal Pay, But The War Is Still On
Black Women’s Equal Pay Day came earlier this year. It’s still not enough, though.
News
Jul 10, 2025
Leveling The Equal Pay Field: Why Black Women Need To Speak Up About Their Salary To Friends And Family
This wage gap is partly because we don’t negotiate as much as other groups, and companies have used secrecy to their advantage.
Lifestyle
May 29, 2025
Home Style: Black-Owned New Orleans-Inspired Décor To Add To Your Home
The owner of Whitney J Décor, in the Big Easy, shares ideas for adding flair reminiscent of the city to your space.
Lifestyle
May 15, 2025
Step Inside College Hoop Star JuJu Watkins's Cozy, Redesigned Cali Apartment
The USC basketball phenom enjoyed a makeover of her pad by Pottery Barn Teen, filling the space with must-have pieces that match her minimalist style.
Lifestyle
Apr 14, 2025
Home Style: How To Turn Your Bathroom Into A Beauty Room
Justina Blakeney of Jungalow shares Black-owned decor items perfect for a beauty room that offers space for both self-care and glowing up.
Food and Drinks
Lifestyle
Jul 6, 2025
EFOC 2025: May The Best Beignet Win!
From stuffed seafood beignets to sweet ones topped with powdered sugar, this competition was dusted in powdered sugar and full of flavor.
Lifestyle
Jul 6, 2025
ESSENCE Fest’s Hurricane Royale Cocktail Competition Was A Whole Vibe—Thanks To Big Freedia
The Queen Diva brought the bounce, the crowd brought the hype, and NOLA’s top mixologists brought the rum.
Lifestyle
Jul 2, 2025
Plant-Based In The Big Easy: Where To Eat Vegan In New Orleans
The city is known for rich, meaty dishes, but these 10 restaurants offer unforgettable flavors through hearty, delicious plant-based meals.
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2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture
Jun 27, 2025
No Crew, No Problem: 5 Tips For Rocking ESSENCE Festival Solo
ESSENCE Fest solo? Not only is it possible—it’s a power move. You call the shots, move on your own terms, and make the weekend all yours.
Lifestyle
Jun 27, 2025
Tyra Banks Opens Ice Cream Shop in Australia to Honor Her Mom: ‘This Is Dedicated To You’
The iconic supermodel opened a flagship ice cream store in Australia that took her mom down memory lane, ultimately bringing her to tears.
Lifestyle
Jun 26, 2025
Struggling After Divorce? Tia Mowry Has Advice That Might Help You Heal
The talented actress filed for divorce in 2022 and has since embarked on a journey of self-discovery while parenting her two children.
Lifestyle
Jun 26, 2025
Meet Sam Jordan, The Entrepreneur Bringing Afro-Caribbean Luxury To LA’s Dining Scene
With Lucia, Sam Jordan is proving there’s space—and demand—for Black-owned fine dining that celebrates culture without compromise.
Lifestyle
Jun 26, 2025
Here's Why Stronger Boundaries Are A Must For A Drama-Free Summer
Wellness experts share the importance of summer boundaries and offer practical tips to safeguard your well-being.
Beauty
Jun 26, 2025
Couple-Care: Nia Mariah & Kiana Brooks
The couple opens up about their favorite couple-care memory, the lessons they’ve learned, and what being in love looks like for them.
Lifestyle
Jun 26, 2025
June’s Black Love Highlights: Exotic Escapes, Red Carpet Glam, And Romantic PDA
The summer is off to an excellent start for our favorite Black celebrity couples, and we are basking in their glow.
Lifestyle
Jun 25, 2025
Ashanti Shares How She And Nelly Are Keeping Their Son Out Of The Spotlight
The singer and rapper had their first child together, Kareem Kenkaide Haynes, in July 2024 and haven't revealed him to the public yet.