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ESSENCE's Year in Review 2014

This year had its fair share of highs and lows, let's take a look back at the most memorable moments of 2014.

  Dec 8, 2014

The Sexiest Man Of 2014 Is…Omari Hardwick

When the time came to decide which celeb heartthrob deserved this honor, only one brother came to mind. In 2014, Power star Omari Hardwick ruled our TV screens and our hearts, each time leaving us wanting more. Let’s look back at his sexiest year ever!

  Dec 16, 2014

Meet The Newlyweds

Ever wonder how past Just Engaged couples’ wedding days turned out? We did too, so we checked in with those who tied the knot in 2014 for a look inside their big days.

Highlights from 2013

  Dec 4, 2013

ESSENCE's 2013 Bridal Bliss Awards

We’re celebrating Black love with a tribute to the most spectacular wedding moments of the year. We rounded up the sweetest kisses, most romantic gowns and stunning details ever. See which weddings made our list!

  Dec 10, 2013

The Year in Celebrity Moms

Whether it was Tamar Braxton, Halle Berry, Monica and Phaedra Parks welcoming babies or Kerry Washington and Vanessa Simmons announcing they were expecting, here’s a look back at how celeb moms spent the past year.

  Dec 9, 2013

Eye Candy: ESSENCE's Sexiest Man of the Year

Of course you saw this one coming. Gorgeous Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom star Idris Elba has always reigned supreme as the Black woman’s ultimate crush, so it’s only right that we pay tribute to his all-around greatness like only ESSENCE can.


From Big Chop To Big Impact
  Apr 7, 2025

From Big Chop To Big Impact

Dermatologist Camille Howard-Verović’s Girl + Hair line helps Black women embrace their tresses in all their glory—and features products designed with natural strands in mind.