‘Black Twitter Made This Whole Thing Happen’: The Truth Behind Popeyes’ Viral Chicken Sandwich Campaign
Angela Brown and Randy Romero, social strategists for GSD&M who work with Popeyes, explained how organic interaction drove the chicken sandwich campaign to the next level.
Black Hotel Employee Refuses To Serve A Women Who Called Him The N-Word: ‘It’s Above Me Now’
A Black hotel employee decided to protect his peace after a woman on the phone called him a “f—n’ n—r” while he was at work. The employee recorded the conversation […]
'Loqueesha' Director Responds After New Film About A White Man Pretending To Be A Black Woman Is Dragged
The filmmaker tried to defend his choices by comparing his work to the 2004 movie "White Chicks."
Idris Elba's Fans Can't Handle The Fact That He Actually Got Married! Read The Most Hilarious Reactions
The internet is shook to its core by the news that the sexiest man alive is officially off the market and we can't stop laughing along.
Social Media Erupts After Boy Is Forced To Color In His Hair With Marker
Folks clap back after administrator colors in a black child's hair with a Sharpie.
Black Twitter Applauds Mahershala Ali's And Billy Porter’s Historical Oscars 2019 Attire
“You know the vibes,” says Twitter user Ivie Ani of Mahershala Ali’s iconic and Malcolm X-inspired wardrobe.
Jennifer Lopez To Pay Tribute To Motown At Grammys But Black Twitter Has Questions
The Grammys airs Sunday on CBS.
Watch #InMyFeed: Tracee Ellis Ross Honors Black Designers and More
ESSENCE’s daily digital show also discusses the forthcoming "Zola" film and Donald Trump.
Instead Of The Fourth Of July, Black Twitter Was Celebrating Malia Obama Day
Because not everyone received Independence on the national holiday, some Twitter users decided to turn Malia’s birthday into its own holiday.
Please Watch This Mother and Her Adorable Toddler Have #SalonTalk
We've all had this conversation...or something like it, with our stylist.
These Photos Of Black Men At Cambridge University Have People Concerned About Diversity
Inspired by #BlackMenOfYaleUniversity, these 15 men want to encourage Black students to apply.
If You're Focusing On White Racism In 'Dear White People,' You're Missing An Even Bigger Message
ESSENCE caught up with Nia Jervier (Kelsey), who dished on all things DWP, the importance of the show in today's political climate and the real message of Black diversity in the Netflix hit.
#BlackMenOfYaleUniversity Photos Give A Fresh Perspective On The Black Ivy League Experience
ESSENCE got the scope on these handsome young men, all students who are killing the academic game at Yale University
Serena Williams' Pregnancy Announcement Just Sent Twitter Into Mass Hysteria
The 23 Grand Slam singles titles winner announced she's pregnant and the internet can't even deal.
French Montana Deserves Every Drag He Gets For His Anti-Blackness
Twitter had a field day with the rapper who decided to publicly degrade a Black woman on social media.
#BlackWomenAtWork Is Trending On Twitter and Proving That Not Much Has Changed
Tamron Hall, Donna Brazile and Gina-Prince Bythewood have all joined the conversation as the viral hashtag emerged after disrespectful comments were made towards two notable Black women.
The 'Fellas In Headwraps' Twitter Movement Cannot Be Ignored
Before you take his hoodie, make sure your scarf is out of plain sight.
Nicki Minaj Finally Responds To 'ShEther' With 'No Frauds'
The diss track ropes in Drake and Lil Wayne on an uptempo beat.
An Education On Slavery And Why Ben Carson Was Dead Wrong
On Monday the surgeon turned legislator claimed that slaves were the same as free-willed immigrants.