This Is Why Black Awards Shows Must Happen
American Black Film Festival creator Jeff Friday told ESSENCE the reason why he created his own awards show to celebrate us.
What Is Your Legacy? Black Celebs Share Their Inspirational Responses After Kobe Bryant's Death
"Hopefully I lay down a foundation or a blueprint that encourages people to be the best version of themselves," Michael B. Jordan shared with ESSENCE.
Deon Cole Addresses Homophobic Comments About His Bell Bottoms
"We got too much hate. It's bigger than my bell bottoms," Cole shared.
Here's How Supermodel Jasmine Tookes Got Ready For The 51st NAACP Image Awards
The model gives ESSENCE a few BTS getting ready moments.
This Was The Go-To Beauty Color For The NAACP Awards
The stars kept it regal in this color made for melanin-rich skin tones.
Tracee Ellis Ross Celebrates Powerful Women In NAACP Image Awards Speech
Quoting Audre Lorde, the "Black-ish" actress gave thanks to the Black women who are telling our stories.
Rihanna Issues Call To Action During Inspiring NAACP Speech: 'We Can Only Fix This World Together'
The singer called on allies "to pull up" and work with each other to fix issues facing the world.
Kobe And Gianna Bryant Honored With Special Tribute At NAACP Image Awards
The tribute opened with an empty basketball court onstage and featured highlights from the late NBA superstar's career.
Celebs Couldn't Get Enough Of Jill Scott's NAACP Image Awards Performance
Stars like Tracee Ellis Ross, Cynthia Erivo, and Sterling K. Brown swayed and sang along to hits "The Way" and "Do You Remember."
The Best Looks From The 51st NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet
Our favorite looks from tonight's ceremony.
The Best Beauty Looks From The 51st NAACP Image Awards
Black beauties flooded the red carpet at the 2020 NAACP Image Awards.
We See You! Marsai Martin Lands Three NAACP Image Awards
The actress was recognized for her hit film "Little" and ABC's "Black-ish."
Rihanna To Be Honored With President’s Award At NAACP Image Awards
"Rihanna epitomizes the type of character, grace, and devotion to justice that we seek to highlight in our President’s Award,” said President Derrick Johnson.
Did You Know "Maxine Shaw" Inspired Stacey Abrams, Ayanna Pressley And Marilyn Mosby?
And this is why representation matters.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters Says She’s Not Backing Down From Her Goal To Have Trump Impeached
During her NAACP Image Award acceptance, Congresswoman Maxine Waters confirms where she stands on a Donald Trump impeachment.
Angela Rye’s NAACP Awards Makeup Look is Date Night Ready
Snag Angela's dreamy date night look here!
Watch Jay Z’s Full Speech From The NAACP Image Awards And Other Memorable Moments From The Night
The Carters stole the show at the 50th annual NAACP Image Awards
Janet Mock Says 'Respectability Politics Won't Save Us' After ‘Pose’ Snubbed By NAACP Image Awards
The critically-acclaimed FX show received zero nomination from the NAACP Image Awards.