ESSENCE Black Women In Sports To Honor WNBA Icon Sheryl Swoopes And Hopkins Royals Girls High School Basketball Coach Tara Starks
The ladies will be celebrated with a brunch event as part of the NCAA 2022 Women's Final Four basketball tournament weekend festivities.
Watch: Aunjanue Ellis’ 2022 Black Women In Hollywood Awards Acceptance Speech
The Mississippi-bred actress spoke about the beauty of Blackness, and even took the audience to church with some compelling words of wisdom.
Nia Long Delivers A Powerful Acceptance Speech At The 2022 Black Women In Hollywood Awards
“My prayer is that we heal from being a fractured community and transform into a united nation of Black love and acceptance with a collective purpose mastered by us, and for us,” the actress said.
WATCH: See The Stars Who Electrified The Red Carpet At The 2022 Black Women In Hollywood Awards
Quinta, Nia, Aunjanue, Chanté, and all your favorite celebrities came out for the 15th annual BWIH Awards at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel.
15 Years of Black Women in Hollywood: The Honorees
From Ruby Dee to Zendaya, let’s take a look back at the talented women honored at the Black Women In Hollywood ceremony over the years.
9 Things You Should Know About ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Honoree Chanté Adams
This Star of TV, Film and Stage Will Be Celebrated at the 2022 BWIH Awards Airing On Monday, March 28th, from 7-10pm EST on ESSENCEStudios.com and ESSENCE.com.
11 Times Nia Long Made The Culture Proud On Screen
From ‘Boyz n the Hood’ to ‘The Banker’ this beautiful actress has provided countless moments on film that captivated audiences everywhere.
13 Reasons Why Quinta Brunson’s Rise Is No Surprise To Anyone Who’s Been Paying Attention
This writer, producer and content creator has been helping to redefine comedy in the digital age for almost 10 years.
Black Women In Hollywood To Know: Actresses
From leading ladies to superb supporting stars, these are the forces to reckon with in front of the camera.
Black Women In Hollywood To Know: Directors
From influential dealmakers to a new era of leading ladies, they are forces to reckon with in film and TV—and they’re making things happen
15 Times Whoopi Goldberg Unapologetically Shattered Hollywood's Glass Ceiling
Tune in as we celebrate Whoopi Goldberg alongside 4 other amazing ladies, at the 14th annual ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards, April 22 at 7PM EST.
Laverne Cox & Storm Reid To Host ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards Virtual Events
Cox will host the event, while Reid will host the virtual pre-show red carpet...don't miss it!
This 16-Year-Old Wigmaker Is Helping Kids With Cancer With His Latest Project
Celebrity wig specialist Trenton Lee is raising money for an initiative that he hopes will curb bullying for kids experiencing hair loss.
Janet Jackson, Dreezy, Naomi Osaka And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Celebrities are wearing masks, speaking at the DNC, pushing voting initiatives and still looking amazing on social media.
Rico Nasty, Vanessa Simmons, Tyra And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Red lips, dramatic lashes, and enviable skin—these ladies served it all this week.