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Essence's Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Essence's Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon
By · September 5, 2008October 30, 2020
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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Luncheon honoree and recipient of the Power Award Jada Pinkett Smith is all smiles with husband Will Smith and their good friends Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes. The Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon and Awards, presented by Lexus, were held at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Hollywood power player and ESSENCE March cover girl Tracey Edmonds works the room.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

ESSENCE March cover star Paula Patton enjoys the luncheonís lively atmosphere.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

ESSENCE March cover star Ruby Dee is greeted by actresses Sheryl Lee Ralph and Lynn Whitfield. Dee received the luncheon’s Legend Award.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actresses Vivica Fox and Raven-Symone make their way to the luncheon.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Soul singer Ledisi graces the mic.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Will Smith is all smiles with wife Jada, and friend and former co-star Nia Long.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actresses Taraji Henson and Tracee Ellis Ross add glamour to ESSENCE’s celebration of girl power.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress Gabrielle Union poses with sophistication and style.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Dreamgirl Sharon Leal joins the party.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress and Turks and Caicos First Lady LisaRaye smiles brightly at the elegant affair.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson enjoys the special occasion to celebrate Black Women in Hollywood.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress Tia Mowry proves she’s all grown up

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress Jurnee Smollett embraces Pauletta Washington with her Lexus Rising Star Award in hand

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress Vanessa Williams smiles bright.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Will Smith greets Black Hollywood legend and luncheon honoree Ruby Dee.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph gracefully makes her to the luncheon.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Boxer and television host Laila Ali enjoys the opportunity to mingle with other great women in entertainment.

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Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon

Actress and new mom Garcelle Beauvais glows in green.

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