Watch Janelle Monáe And Tessa Thompson Play 'Truth Or Dare 4 Democracy'
Find out what Tessa made Janelle take a bite of for the culture.
Every Single Hidden Meaning In 'Antebellum' Explained By The Directors
Filmmakers Bush and Renz break down the Easter eggs in their new flick, streaming now. (Serious spoilers ahead!)
'Antebellum' Stars Janelle Monáe And Gabourey Sidibe Discuss How Film 'Humanizes' Black Women's Power
In this virtual roundtable with ESSENCE senior entertainment editor Joi-Marie McKenzie, the stars of "Antebellum" reveal why this movie is perfect to watch in this moment of racial reckoning.
Meet The Brothers Behind The ‘Hauntingly Beautiful’ Music In Janelle Monáe's 'Antebellum'
Brothers Nate Wonder and Roman Gianarthur went from the studio to the big screen.
Janelle Monáe Shares How She Was Triggered Filming 'Antebellum' On A Plantation: ‘I Felt Everything’
In her upcoming horror film "Antebellum," Monáe plays an author who — like herself — speaks out about systemic racism.
Janelle Monáe On Embracing Her Limits: "I Have To Take Care Of My Body"
In 2019, the artist was very booked and very busy—including filming her new series Homecoming—but a health scare reminded her she’s priority number one
Netflix's 'Rhythm + Flow' Is Now Looking For Season 2 Contestants
Calling all rappers.
Coachella May Be Rescheduled In October Due To Coronavirus Concerns: Report
If postponed, Coachella would be the third major festival to be impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.
Kendrick Lamar And Dave Free Launch New Creative Company pgLang
The company's mission is to serve "creators and projects that selflessly speak with, and for, the shared experiences that connect us all."
'I Am No One's Property': Megan Thee Stallion Gets Greenlight From Judge To Release New Music
The rapper is currently wrapped up in a legal battle with her label over claims that 1501 Certified Entertainment is stopping her from releasing music.
Janelle Monáe Says 'Antebellum' Will Give Viewers 'Deeper Appreciation For Black Women'
The film, from the producers of "Get Out" and "Us," hits theaters April 24.
'From Slave Ship To Space Ship': The Black History Of Space Exploration Detailed In Fascinating New Doc
"Black in Space," premiering tonight on the Smithsonian Channel, shares the Black history of NASA's space program set against the backdrop of the Civil Rights Movement.
The Best Looks From The 51st NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet
Our favorite looks from tonight's ceremony.
Bill Signed Into Law Makes Go-go The Official Music Of D.C.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser signed a bill Wednesday that officially makes go-go music the sound of our nation's capital.
Robin Thede Uses 'A Black Lady Sketch Show' To Honor Jackée Harry And Other Women Who've Inspired Her
The show creator and comedian spoke with "Yes, Girl!" podcast about celebrating the women who "gave us so much."
'Boyz N The Hood' Actress Esther Scott Dead At 66
The actress, who also appeared in "90210" and "Birth of a Nation," passed away after suffering a heart attack.
Tennis Star Naomi Osaka To Be Subject Of Netflix Docuseries
The series will follow Osaka's journey from last year's US Open to preparing for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Essence Fest 2020: Here's The Full Superdome Lineup So Far!
Bruno Mars, Janet Jackson, Summer Walker, Patti LaBelle, Raphael Saadiq, Tamia, Jidenna, Saweetie, Sir & more. Tickets on sale now!