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It’s Not Just “Shade,” It’s Colorism: A Deep Dive Into Colorism On The ‘Real Housewives’ Franchise
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It’s Not Just “Shade,” It’s Colorism: A Deep Dive Into Colorism On The 'Real Housewives' Franchise

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Tyrese Gibson Reveals Damaging Effects Of Colorism During His Childhood

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By Britni Danielle · Aug 14, 2018
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She Tried It: Beauty Blogger Claims She Didn't Know This 'Chocolate Challenge' Was Blackface

By Samantha Callender · Jul 13, 2017
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Ebonee Davis and Brandice Daniel Come Together For a Powerful Discussion About Fashion Diversity

By Jalisa Jones · Jul 2, 2017
The Internet Quickly Checks This Makeup Artist For Disguising Blackface As ‘Transformation’
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The Internet Quickly Checks This Makeup Artist For Disguising Blackface As 'Transformation'

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