The Emancipation of Mariah Carey: Inside The Making Of Her ESSENCE Cover 15 Years Ago
As the record-breaking album "The Emancipation of Mimi" turns 15 this week, a former editor remembers why the singer wanted to speak directly to Black women for the first time.
Color Me Beautiful: Halima Aden Isn't Changing For Anyone
Model Halima Aden began life in a refugee camp in Kenya. Now she’s poised to take on the world.
Riding Skye High: Justine Skye Is A Modern Day Mona Lisa And Beauty Inspiration
With her recent move to an independent label, the singer exudes creativity. She’s also the ideal beauty muse.
The King of Queens: How Regina King Became A Hollywood Legend
With a series on HBO, a number of projects in the works, and a first-look deal with Netflix, the Oscar winner is solidifying her status as the hardest working woman in Hollywood.
'Queen & Slim' Star Jodie Turner-Smith Has Us Under Her Spell
In the Black Lives Matter–inspired love story "Queen & Slim," new star Jodie Turner-Smith takes our breath away.
The Mane Attraction: Tracee Ellis Ross Is Living Her Juiciest Life
We’re wrapped up in all things Tracee Ellis Ross, who has launched her own hair care line. Here she reflects on what it means to be a badass Black woman showing up in the world as her most beautiful self—both inside and out.
The Future of Serena Williams: The Tennis Superstar And Designer Is Ready To Conquer More
She’s one of the best athletes of all time, and her place in history has been cemented. What’s next for the wife, mom, entrepreneur, activist and fashion designer? Everything.
Grammy-Winning Singer H.E.R. Has Bright Days Ahead
Grammy-winning singer H.E.R.—in the season’s best new shades—keeps R&B ablaze with unmatched artistry.
Glow Girl! Jackie Aina Is Taking The Beauty Industry By Storm
The YouTube star is now a bona fide beauty boss!
Lizzo Twerks To The Beat Of Her Own Bop
Lizzo is the fun-loving, body-positive pop princess we've been waiting for. Whether twerking on "Jimmy Kimmel" or killing the flute at Coachella, the Twin Cities rapper embodies the unapologetic ethos of her generation.
Diddy and Daughters Grace The Cover of ESSENCE As He Opens Up About Loving and Losing Kim Porter
Sean “Diddy” Combs and his daughters, D’Lila, Jessie, and Chance, grace the May cover of ESSENCE's Power Issue as they prepare for their first Mother’s Day without Kim.
ESSENCE’s 2019 Black Women In Hollywood Honorees Are Picture Perfect
KiKi Layne, Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, and Jenifer Lewis are this year's Black Women In Hollywood honorees. They also grace the cover of ESSENCE's Film Noir issue, on newsstands January 25.