
'The Coloring' Of LeToya Luckett
We all have our insecurities. In this episode of "The Coloring," singer LeToya Luckett gets real about the one thing that made her insecure growing up, and how she overcame it. Here's the coloring of LeToya...and her legs.

The Coloring Of Issa Rae
The power and versatility of Black hair is immeasurable. It can stand up. It can sway. It's curly and it's straight. It conveys moods. It makes statements. But actress Issa Rae knows that you can be just as powerful without it. In this episode of ESSENCE's "The Coloring" — an animated video series that serves as an expression of Black Girl Magic — Issa tells us a story about the time she dared to shave her head bald...and how it transformed her life in a big way. This is the coloring of Issa Rae.

'The Coloring' Of Poet Aja Monet
What is freedom? It’s the power to speak and act without restraint. It’s the small act of resistance. And for poet Aja Monet, it’s the shared experience of power between Black women that speaks to our resilience and triumph, no matter our situation in life. Here, Aja takes us on a journey of a time she felt that empowerment and liberation, a time where fellowship among Black women allowed freedom to float up beyond walls mean to keep it suppressed. Here is the coloring of Aja Monet.

10 Michelle Obama Quotes That Made Us Proud To Be Black Women
There will never be a first lady quite like Michelle Obama.

10 Of President Obama's Most Hilarious Quotes Referencing Black Culture In 2016
2016 has been a year filled with moments from our First Family that we'll forever cherish and many of the most unforgettable gems came courtesy of President Obama's unparalleled sense of humor. As we continue to celebrate Obama's final year as POTUS, here's a round up of 10 unapologetically Black quotes from the Commander-in-Chief that kept us laughing.

6 Ava DuVernay Quotes to Reaffirm Your #BlackGirlMagic
Ava DuVernay appeared at the 2016 ESSENCE Festival Empowerment Experience for a keynote conversation with Melissa Harris-Perry.

12 Inspiring Muhammad Ali Quotes That Will Move You
Muhammad Ali was a champ inside and outside the boxing ring. The Greatest of All Time also had an unforgettable way with words. Here's a look at his most inspiring words of wisdom.

15 Lupita Nyong'o Quotes We Cherish
15 times Lupita Nyong'o's words gave us life and inspired us to celebrate our beauty and humanity.

13 Toni Morrison Quotes On Life And Love That Make Everything Okay

10 Bold Shonda Rhimes Quotes to Inspire the Boss In You
All hail Shonda Rhimes! The mastermind behind the greatest Thursday-night network line-up (and our ESSENCE cover star!) is a fountain of wisdom. Check out 10 of Shonda's most powerful words and get ready to channel your inner boss lady.

11 Viola Davis Quotes That Prove She is the Black Voice We Need in Hollywood
Viola Davis made history when she became the first Black woman to take home the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, and she moved us to tears with her subsequent speech. The How to Get Away With Murder actress has been an outspoken advocate for diversifying Hollywood, and last night was no exception. Here are 11 times Viola has been unafraid to say what needed to be said.

Poet Aja Monet Explores Love and Courage in New Video for 'Be Brave'
The poet and singer gave ESSENCE.com an exclusive first look at the music video for her new poem, "Be Brave."