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WATCH: In My Feed - Black Women Showed Up And Out At The Kentucky Derby

By Essence · Updated May 8, 2024
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The Kentucky Derby is a cultural event that traditionally represents excellence, wealth, status, strategic horse-betting, and, unfortunately, an “old boys club,” however, Black women are flipping old-age traditions on its head at the historic Churchill Downs by inserting themselves in a conversation that historically excluded their presence. Take a look at who showed up.

TOPICS:  black-women fashion style The Kentucky Derby